In honor of America’s 250th birthday, The Tablet is looking at the proud history of the Diocese of Brooklyn. Namely, the different ethnic groups that make up the “Diocese of Immigrants.”
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New York City Basketball Old-Timers Talk Big Game at Annual Induction Ceremony
The Old-Timers organization celebrated its 67th annual induction ceremony in New York City, welcoming in six new members.
Low & Behold: Catholicism Rides Shotgun in Chicano Car Culture
If they’re lucky, artists they can create art that feels like a personal blessing. For photographer Wendy Random, that blessing can be found in the lowrider cars she photographs in California, New York, and around the world.
Defending Faith: Brooklyn’s Fight Against Nativist Violence in 1854
In 1854, anti-Catholic mobs in Williamsburg threatened to burn down Ss. Peter and Paul Parish. Father Sylvester Malone, his parishioners, and Mayor William Wall defended Brooklyn’s Catholic community against nativist violence.
Historic St. Agnes Parish Set for Featured ‘Sacred Sites Tour’ Spot
Bob Grande sat down in an oak pew at St. Agnes and gazed at the ceiling of the Gothic-style church that was completed in 1913. “I’ve been here 81 years,” said the retired carpenter. “I was baptized, confirmed, everything here. And I never get tired of looking. I always see things that I haven’t seen before. It just never gets tired.”
Back to School 2024
The Tablet offers this special supplement to help families gear up for the new school year. It is created in collaboration with local Catholic academies, schools and the Office of the Superintendent – Catholic School Support Services, as well as community partners.
Back to School 2023
The Tablet offers this special supplement to help families gear up for the new school year. It is created in collaboration with local Catholic academies, schools and the Office of the Superintendent – Catholic School Support Services, as well as community partner
Senior Residence to Boost Affordable Green Housing
The Livonia C3 Senior Residence plans to offer 142 affordable rental apartments for seniors and formerly homeless adults in Brooklyn’s Brownsville neighborhood.
‘A 40-Day Pilgrimage Of Faith’ Across the Diocese of Brooklyn To Start During Lent
In response to a desire from the Brooklyn and Queens faithful for more collaboration between diocesan deaneries and parishes, the diocese will launch a 40-day Lenten-season pilgrimage “where people can visit different parishes, experience the beauty of the church, the beauty of the community that’s there.”
Back to School 2022
The Tablet offers this special supplement to help families gear up for the new school year. It is created in collaboration with local Catholic academies, schools and the Office of the Superintendent – Catholic School Support Services, as well as community partner