As the U.S. government continues releasing information about unidentified anomalous phenomena (UAPs), the Catholic Church has been asking its own questions — for far longer than most people realize.
Father Joseph Gibino
Father Gibino Wants to Believe: Brooklyn Priest Says If UFOs Exist, They Are Part of God’s Creation
Father Joseph Gibino says he does not know if UFOs are real. Still, he’s open to the possibility, even though the Church has no official dogma on life beyond Earth.
Lights, Camera, Catechesis: Father Joseph Gibino’s Show Takes on Big Questions in Brooklyn
Father Joseph is the host of a new half-hour television show, “Faith Explained,” that will air on NET-TV. Part talk show and part educational series, “Faith Explained” will feature Father Gibino speaking to viewers about issues of interest to Catholics.
A Flippin’ Success: Diocese of Brooklyn Sees Rise in People Joining the Faith
The Diocese of Brooklyn has seen an increase in the number of people joining the faith in recent years, said officials, who said it’s part of a trend in dioceses across the country.
Hundreds Take Final Step Toward Full Communion at Call to Continuing Conversion
More than 450 people from across Brooklyn and Queens took their final steps toward full union with the Church by participating in the Call to Continuing Conversion celebrated at St. Thomas Aquinas Church on March 1.
Ash Wednesday Marks First Step in Lenten Pilgrimage for Faithful in Diocese of Brooklyn
In the Diocese of Brooklyn, Ash Wednesday marks not only the start of Lent, but the beginning of the diocese’s annual Lenten Pilgrimage.
‘New Vibrancy, Excitement’ Felt With Increase of Newcomers to The Faith
As the Diocese of Brooklyn sees an increase in people converting to the Catholic faith year over year, Father Joseph Gibino said the fruit of the Synod on Synodality is essential to maintaining the momentum.
Baptisms in Diocese of Brooklyn Rose in 2022 After a Decade in Decline
Baptisms inched back in the Diocese of Brooklyn in 2022 following a near decade-long decline, according to the latest data released. Meanwhile, diocese leaders are waiting on 2023 data to determine if the pandemic, or immigration, made unusual contributions.
CYO Inducts New Class of Hall of Famers at Dinner
For the first time since 2019, the Catholic Youth Organization (CYO) of Brooklyn and Queens hosted its Hall of Fame induction dinner.
Lenten Season Begins With Ash Wednesday Mass at the Cathedral
A parishioner receives ashes from Bishop Robert Brennan. (Photo: Alicia Venter) DOWNTOWN BROOKLYN — Prayer. Fasting. Almsgiving. These are the three pillars of Lent. For many, that involves sacrificing something simple, such as giving up coffee or junk food. But for Bishop Robert Brennan, the 40-day season is also a time to take on a […]