Expressing his condolences to victims and their families, Pope Francis called for an end to terrorism following a string of deadly attacks in Berlin and Ankara.
Christmas
Mysteries to Ponder This Christmas
I LOVE THE days surrounding Christmas for several reasons. Some relate to wonderful memories of celebrating Christmas with my mother, father and sister from the time I was an infant right up to the age of 30, which was my age when my sister died. In addition to those memories, I experience deep joy reflecting on and celebrating the Incarnation.
Christmas and The Divine Proximity
IN OCTOBER 2001, I had a long conversation with Cardinal Joseph Ratzinger. It was but weeks after 9/11; a new century and millennium were opening before us; and I wanted to get Cardinal Ratzinger’s view on the main issues for the Church and for theology in the 21st century.
Bishop’s Christmas Luncheon 2016
More than 700 people of good will showed their support for Catholic education and evangelization by attending the annual Bishop’s Christmas Luncheon at Russo’s On the Bay, Howard Beach, Dec. 7.
Christmas Spirit Is Back In Grand Army Plaza
The initiative started three years ago when Father Michael Perry, pastor of Our Lady of Refuge, Flatbush, noticed that the Christmas tree that once adorned Grand Army Plaza was replaced with cones of lights
Bay Ridge Creche Lights Honor Festival Founder
Bay Ridge beamed with Christmas spirit when neighbors and friends gathered at Visitation Monastery and Academy Dec. 4 to light an outdoor manger scene and honor late civic leader Larry Morrish.
Maimonides Hospital Helps Brighten Christmas
Pastors and community leaders from 35 churches gathered at Maimonides Medical Center to receive their annual contribution from the Celebration of Light Program.
Bright Christmas Campaign Is Now Officially Underway
It hardly seems possible that Thanksgiving has arrived and Christmas is just around the corner. Parishes and diocesan groups are making their plans for Christmas celebrations and that, of course, means requests are arriving for help from The Tablet’s Bright Christmas Fund.
2015 Keep Christ in Christmas Art Contest Winners
Check out the winning and honorable mention art work and photos from the ceremony, as well as information on the contest.
Toy Drive Yields Christmas Miracles
Students’ toy drive at Holy Cross H.S. ensured many children had the best task on Christmas Day – unwrapping gifts they otherwise may not have had.
