William Ford III, the incoming president of Cristo Rey Brooklyn High School, says he doesn’t feel the weight of family history as he settles into his new role; instead, he insists, he just feels “really blessed.”
Bishop Francis X. Ford M.M.
Bishop Ford’s Life Was Defined by Compassion
To his final days, Bishop Francis Xavier Ford MM was a faithful witness of the presence of God in his humble servant and the Lord continues to offer that grace to all who are willing to confide in the Spirit’s presence in their lives.
From Brooklyn to China: Bishop Ford’s Global Journey of Faith
The cause of canonization for Bishop Francis Xavier Ford has taken on special meaning in the Diocese of Brooklyn, where he was born and raised before beginning his journey of faith.
Communist China’s Complicated History With Catholic Church
There have been Catholics in China since the Tang Dynasty in the 8th Century. But China has had a complicated relationship with the church — especially over the past 71 years when Communists have controlled the country.
The Long Road to Sainthood
The journey to sainthood in the Catholic Church involves several steps that can take many years.
Bishop Ford Guild Promotes Sainthood for Brooklyn-Born Missionary
The cause for canonization for Bishop Francis Xavier Ford (1892-1952) is getting a helping hand from the Bishop Francis Xavier Ford, M.M. Guild, which is is planning to intensify its efforts.
Tablet Talk Jan 12
Manganos Mark 75 Years of Marital Bliss; 2019 Men’s Vocation Retreat with Bishop Nicholas DiMarzio; Bishop Francis Xavier Ford Guild;
Camp Fatima for boys and Camp Bernadette for girls; A Pancras Christmas Season
Politics in China Could Delay Canonization of Bishop Ford
A couple of months ago, I thought it was a slam dunk that Bishop Francis X. Ford would soon be beatified and on his way to canonization. But with recent developments in the Church in Communist China, I think the timeline may be longer.
Inspiration and Work for the Canonization of Bishop Ford
The Diocese of Brooklyn began the processes for Maryknoll Bishop Francis X. Ford’s cause for canonization shortly after the 50th anniversary of his death.
Bishop Francis X. Ford – Quintessential Missionary
While an observance of the 100th anniversary of the ordination to the priesthood of the late Bishop Francis X. Ford, M.M., was being celebrated, his colleagues at Maryknoll were excited about the prospects of his being canonized a saint.
