Parishioners who donate to special collections in the Diocese of Brooklyn for Haiti disaster relief can feel confident their donations will reach their intended recipients, despite the turmoil in that nation, officials said.
Bishop Nicholas DiMarzio
Diocese Has Deep Connections to Haitian-Americans, Immigrants
The Diocese of Brooklyn has the second highest population of Haitian-Americans and immigrants in the U.S. The diocese’s mobilization to help quake-ravaged Haiti stems from the solid bond between the long-suffering nation and the Roman Catholic Church.
Parishioners Shrug Off Summer Heat to Invoke St. Rocco
Despite an air conditioner breakdown, parishioners filled the pews on Aug. 15 at St. Jospeh’s Parish in Astoria, Queens to celebrate the Feast of St. Rocco, the protector against contagious diseases. Because of the coronavirus, Bishop Nicholas DiMarzio said prayers for St. Rocco’s intercession are vital.
Dioceses Begin to Address Vaccine Mandates, Religious Exemptions
As more institutions enact COVID-19 vaccination mandates, Catholic leaders find themselves answering questions from parishioners about whether or not they can claim a religious exemption from getting the jab.
Bishop DiMarzio Visits Local Scouts in Upstate New York Camp
On August 3, roughly 230 scouts from the New York City area — including the Diocese of Brooklyn — received a special treat when Bishop Nicholas DiMarzio visited them during their week-long stay at Ten Mile River Scout Camps in upstate New York. It was the first time the troops and the bishop could gather together since the pandemic canceled last year’s activities.
We, as Christians, Are Called to Do the Right Thing
This week, we have seen the kindness of Saint Michael’s parishioner in Sunset Park, Sean Conaboy, recognized by Bishop Nicholas DiMarzio.
Samaritan’s Bravery Earns Him Medal From Bishop
Sean Conaboy, the St. Michael’s Church parishioner who tackled a suspect who was stabbing a woman at the Union Square station two months ago, received a medal from Bishop Nicholas DiMarzio at the Diocese of Brooklyn chancery on July 20.
Our Lady of Mount Carmel Honored With Gusto After Last Year’s Scaled-Down Feast
The mercury climbed to 91 degrees in Williamsburg on Friday, July 16, but faithful Catholics ignored the heat and humidity to turn out for a full-fledged return of Our Lady of Mount Carmel Feast and procession.
Relic of Blessed Carlo Acutis Arrives in Diocese of Brooklyn
On July 14, Bishop Nicholas DiMarzio officially accepted the first-degree relic of Blessed Carlo Acutis — tiny strands of his hair — that was brought to the U.S. from Italy.
‘From the First Day I Came Here, I Felt Welcomed’
“Officially, we are a part of this amazing diocese. I am grateful to God,” Father Israel Perez said on June 30, the day he and four of his fellow priests were incardinated and officially became part of the Diocese of Brooklyn.