Yasmeen Qureshi, Sophomore St. Francis Prep I’m motivated by the people around me. Each day I can’t wait for an opportunity to see my friends and connect with other people. Andrew Laurenzano, Junior Holy Cross H.S. I am committed to sports and my education. I commit myself to sports because I love […]
Our Youth
VCBB Mission Trip Makes an Impact
By Nicole Noel The youth from the Vicariate of Black Catholic Concerns (VBCC) Youth Leadership Ambassador Program were given the opportunity to travel to New Orleans, La., April 6- 9 on a mission trip with Father Dwayne Davis, parochial vicar from St. Thomas Aquinas parish, Flatlands. Every year the group participates in a community service […]
Co-Cathedral Was Rockin’ During Diocesan Youth Day
Cars slowed and passersby paused to witness the exuberance emanating from St. Joseph Co-Cathedral as nearly 1,200 teenagers gathered for Brooklyn Catholic Youth Day.
What food or dish brings back pleasant memories for you?
Melissa Lent, junior Christ the King R.H.S. Jasmine rice always brings back good memories of family dinners. Any Chinese dish reminds me of my dad cooking for us and the conversations we’ve had over dinner. Joanna Rizzo, sophomore Archbishop Molloy H.S. My grandma’s tri-color cookies: She always makes them around Christmas time and […]
Having Fun in Color at Molloy
During Spirit Week at Archbishop Molloy H.S., students submitted original artwork, presented their musical abilities in front of a packed theater, and dressed in Molloy gear from head to toe.
Youth Views: Divine Mercy
In honor of Divine Mercy Sunday, reflect on these words that Jesus spoke to St. Faustina as are recorded in her diary.
“The loss of each soul plunges Me into mortal sadness. You always console Me when you pray for sinners. The prayer most pleasing to Me is prayer for the conversion of sinners. Know, My daughter, that this prayer is always heard and answered.”
Our Youth Honor Holy Week
Youth from through out the diocese celebrate this holiest of times in unique ways.
Youth Views: What Is Easter?
Sean Faison-Ince, senior St. Edmund Prep Easter is a reminder of Jesus’ significance to me. It also reveals to me how many people are Catholic just like me. Seeing the parishioners walk down my street shows how many faithful there are. Anna Occhino, senior St. John’s Prep Easter is a time of reverence and […]
Youth Follow Jesus Unto Death
Youth from St. Pancras Church, Glendale, and St. Finbar, Bath Beach, performed live Stations of the Cross.
Det. McDonald Visits St. John’s Prep Students
Detective Steven McDonald talked about being shot and left quadriplegic, and he said his faith and ability to forgive enabled him to go on with life.