by Cindy Wooden ABOARD THE PAPAL FLIGHT TO BRAZIL (CNS) – With economic hard times as an excuse not to hire young people, the world risks tossing them aside and endangers its own future, Pope Francis said. Speaking to reporters aboard the papal flight to Rio de Janeiro July 22, the pope declined to answer […]
Our Youth
Music, Laser Light Show and Free Food At St. Athanasius
As St. Athanasius parish, Bensonhurst, celebrates its 100th anniversary, Msgr. David Cassato, pastor, hosted an event to encourage youth participation. The parish youth rally featured live music, celebrities, games, rides, food and a laser light show – all free. “The point is that the church is open to all people,” the pastor said. “I want […]
Youth Views: Reflect on the Fifth Commandment, Thou Shall Not Kill, as it pertains to your life.
Teen News Flash: June 22
A Fortissimo Birthday William Ross Cadelina, son of William and Rosebelle Cadelina of Glen Oaks, will be serenading his friends at a piano recital on his 17th birthday. A junior student of Bayside H.S., Cadelina has been playing piano under the guidance of Ramona Arceo. His repertoire consists of classical pieces by great composers like […]
Teens Take Charge at the NYPD
For one day, the New York City Police Department underwent an enormous personnel change. Students who wrote winning essays in the NYPD’s annual Police Commissioner for a Day Essay Contest, served as honorary officers, bureau chiefs, borough and precinct commanders. Alanna McAuliffe, a junior at Bishop Kearney H.S., Bensonhurst, filled the top position, police commissioner. […]
A Window to WWII
Biotechonology Comes to St. Francis Prep
St. Francis Prep, Fresh Meadows, is one of the first high schools in New York City to design a comprehensive course in biotechnology. Biotechnology is a fast growing, high-paying field with many different employment opportunities. It utilizes modern technology to harness both the cellular and molecular processes that give rise to various biological functions. This […]
Xaverian Men Soar to Rank of Eagle
Eight students from Xaverian H.S., Bay Ridge earned the title of Eagle Scout, the highest rank attainable in the Boy Scouting Program of the Boys Scouts of America. They were required to earn at least 21 merit badges and demonstrate scout spirit through service and leadership. Each completed an extensive service project. Senior Anthony Mecca, […]
Youth Views June 8
Reflect upon the following: A truly gentle and humble soul Already here on earth the air of paradise breathes, And in the fragrance of her humble heart The Creator Himself delights. — St. Faustina Kowalska, Divine Mercy in My Soul Judie Zhang, junior The Mary Louis Academy Those who are humble are rich with […]
Learning Living History from Warriors
Junior and senior students from Bishop Kearney H.S., Bensonhurst, traveled to Washington, D.C., to visit active duty members of the military, wounded soldiers and retired veterans from World War II and the Korean War. This was the fourth consecutive year that Kearney girls have generously given their time and talents to personally say thank you […]