Ten Spanish saints have been named patrons of the upcoming WYD in Madrid, Spain, Aug. 16-21. During these final weeks leading up to this festival of faith, check here to learn more about these holy men and women. St. Rafael Arnaiz: WYD’s Youngest Saint Dates: April 9, 1911 – April 26, 1934 Feast Day: April […]
For the last 30 years, Holy Week observances in the Brooklyn Diocese have not been complete without the annual Caminata de los Jornadistas, or Walk of the Jornadistas. The diocesan Jornada Movement marked the 30th anniversary of this sacrificial walk observing Christ’s final pilgrimage to Mt. Calvary, on Holy Saturday, April 23. Hispanic and Latino […]
In preparation for Holy Week, nearly 600 Latin American lay ministers from parishes throughout the diocese met at the Immaculate Conception Center, Douglaston, April 16 to replenish the faith that drives them to serve their communities. “The Hispanic people have a great devotion to the Cross of Christ and to Our Blessed Mother,” said Auxiliary […]
