In the Cristo Rey Brooklyn High School’s SPARK summer program, “SPARK” stands for: spirituality, professionalism, academics, resilience, and knowledge.
Bishop Robert Brennan
Diocese of Brooklyn Celebrates Special Mass for Victims of Venezuela Earthquakes
Bishop Robert Brennan celebrated a special Mass on June 29 dedicated to the people of Venezuela following the recent devastating earthquakes.
The Tablet Wins More Than Two Dozen Awards at Annual Catholic Media Association
The Tablet made its presence known at the Catholic Media Association Conference held in Atlantic City June 17-19, winning more than two dozen awards for its coverage of local and international Catholic news.
Diocese of Brooklyn Mass of Consecration to Sacred Heart of Jesus Stirs Hopes for Peace
On June 12, the Diocese of Brooklyn joined a nationwide effort to consecrate the United States to the Sacred Heart of Jesus for the country’s 250th birthday. Msgr. Joseph Grimaldi, the vicar general for the diocese, celebrated Mass at the Cathedral Basilica of St. James.
New York Pro-Life Advocates Unmoved by Suicide Law Rules as Public Comment Underway
The state of New York has opened a two-month public comment period for the physician-assisted suicide law signed by Gov. Kathy Hochul four months ago, but pro-life advocates continue their opposition.
Director of Vocations for Diocese of Brooklyn Hopes Surge in Catholics Will Bring More Priests
Priestly ordinations in the United States have shown a modest rise at the same time more adults and teens are entering the Catholic Church — a pairing that is stirring hope for future vocations.
Transitional Deacon Emerges From Ordination Rite as Father Paul Zwolak, Newest Priest for the Diocese of Brooklyn
Transitional Deacon Paul Zwolak emerged from his ordination June 6 as Father Zwolak, the newest member of the pastoral staff at St. Thomas Aquinas Parish in the Flatlands.
St. Edmund Church in Breezy Point Rededicated, 13 Months After Devastating Easter Fire
Bishop Robert Brennan rededicated St. Edmund Church in Breezy Point 13 months after a devastating Easter fire, celebrating the restoration of the parish’s beloved church.
72 High School Students Confirmed as Diocese of Brooklyn Sees Youth ‘Resurgence’
Candidates, sponsors, and loved ones filled the Immaculate Conception Center in Douglaston as 72 students from high schools across the Diocese of Brooklyn received confirmation.
Bishop Robert Brennan: AI Can’t Replace True Relationship With Christ, Prayer
As the Church grapples with the rise of artificial intelligence and it’s use among the faithful, and clergy alike, Bishop Robert Brennan has raised concerns about the potential impacts.