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Diocese, Parishioners Enthusiastic About Upcoming Jubilee Pilgrimages

October 30, 2024

The Diocese of Brooklyn will make its presence felt in the Jubilee Year, as nearly 200 people will set off on pilgrimages to Rome to share in the excitement with Catholics worldwide. At least three groups from the diocese will travel to Italy next year, and by far, the largest contingent the diocese will send is young people. Dozens of youths have already signed up for a youth focused pilgrimage with Father James Kuroly, director of the Youth and Young Adult Ministry for the diocese, and Bishop Robert Brennan. 

Catholic Power and The Ballot Box

October 28, 2024

The presidential election is just over a week away, and many readers have already made their choice — and some have already voted. On a return flight from his recent Southeast Asia trip, Pope Francis was asked if there were situations when a Catholic could vote for a candidate who was in favor of abortion. 

The Tablet 2024 Catholic Voter Guide

October 23, 2024

Back in November 2007, when the body of Catholic bishops in the United States approved a new voting guide for Catholics, Bishop William Skylstad of Spokane, then-head of the bishops’ conference, said it was a “good teaching document” that was important given the complexities of the current political situation. In 2024, a complex political situation remains, as neither major political party candidate fully aligns with the Church on the central issues. Pope Francis even recently opined that while U.S. Catholics “have to vote” this election, they are choosing “the lesser evil.” 

Survivor Gets Courage From St. Agatha’s Intercession

October 22, 2024

In the Diocese of Brooklyn, there is a retired religious sister who is a picture of good health — vibrant, active, and filled with joy. However, one might be surprised to learn that she fought off breast cancer — twice.

Our Lady of Pompeii Revival at Shrine Church of St. Bernadette

October 17, 2024

“I want all the attention on the Blessed Mother.” That is what John Cordi, Brooklyn native and lifelong parishioner at the Shrine Church of St. Bernadette in Dyker Heights, recently told people at the parish’s celebration of the Rosary of Our Lady of Pompeii. 

Forming Your Conscience Heading Into the 2024 Election

October 17, 2024

On his return to Rome from Southeast Asia, Pope Francis was asked about whom he would vote for in the U.S. election. First, the Holy Father said he does not vote in U.S. elections, and then said, “Both are against life. The one who kicks out migrants and the one who kills children. In general, it has been said that not to vote is bad, it is not good. You should vote. You should choose the lesser evil. Who is the lesser evil, that man or that woman? I do not know. Everyone should think in conscience and vote.” 

Exploring the Worlds of Profound Meanings

October 17, 2024

In the summer issue of the newsletter by Commonweal Magazine, there was an essay by Pat Ballan entitled “Every Picture Tells a Story.” The essay was about a painting of Joan of Arc that is present in the Metropolitan Museum of Art in Manhattan. I wonder if I have ever thought of paintings as telling a story.