For me, this story begins in the fall of 1988. I was a new parish representative selected to the Office of Black Ministry in those days. The scene was the monthly Parish Liaison meetings for the OBM.
Up Front and Personal
Pray for Members Of Consecrated Life
When we think of consecrated life, most of us think of the familiar and traditional forms of religious life: sisters, brothers, and religious order priests. The presence and influence of these religious may be the reason that many of us are practicing our faith in the Church today.
Remember to Minister To the Sick With Prayer
Considering the heightened risks of COVID-19, isolation under quarantine, and thousands of nursing home deaths in 2020, the elderly were hit hard during this pandemic — and still are.
Words (and Images) Matter in Definition
In a culture where we are conditioned to speak of the unborn human being as a “fetus,” a “clump of cells,” or a “choice,” it is important to not disguise what abortion really is — gruesome, inhumane, violent, horrific, and terribly damaging not only to the unborn person but to mothers, fathers, community, society, nation.
A Saintly Role Model For Modern Journalism Students
The spring 2022 semester at St. John’s University will be another opportunity to introduce my students to the patron saint of journalism, St. Francis De Sales, whose feast day is Jan. 24, and my ongoing goal to make this 17th century Bishop relatable to 21st century students.
Reflecting on My Mission To Fight for Life
Very soon, I will retire from my position at the New York State Catholic Conference. I have worked for this organization for 38 years; I literally grew up here.
Counting My Blessings
I walked towards the Second Avenue subway with tears in my eyes.
Languages Tell Stories, Love Speaks Volumes
For me, being able to speak two languages besides my native English has always been a gift.
An Eyewitness to The Storm’s Wrath
We are used to severe storms in Western Kentucky, but it was unusually warm and humid for December, and that’s never good.
High Hopes for Hispanic Solidarity
On Tuesday, December 7, I had the blessing, along with another 40 Hispanic leaders for the Diocese of Brooklyn, to participate in the Synod process, under the auspices of the Diocese of Brooklyn Office of Hispanic Concerns.