Metuchen Deacon Grew Up in Richmond Hill Parish

Thomas Sommero, a former member of Holy Child Jesus parish, Richmond Hill, was ordained a permanent deacon for the Diocese of Metuchen, N.J. He will serve at the parish of Our Lady of Mount Virgin, Middlesex. Born in Queens, he attended Holy Child Jesus School; Christ the King R.H.S., Middle Village; and St. John’s University. […]

Queens Schools Sweep Oratorical Contest

The Diocesan Oratorical Contest, sponsored by the Office of the Superintendent ~ Catholic School Support Services, was held at Our Lady of Mercy Academy.

Tablet TALK: First Communion in Astoria

This week in Tablet TALK: 86 students from Our Lady of Mt. Carmel receive first communion, Our Lady of Fatima School honors its patroness, St. Frances Cabrini Catholic Academy hosts a family fun day, and more.

Blood Center Honors Parishes, Schools

Blood Center Honors Parishes, Schools

A blood donors campaign recognition ceremony was held at Immaculate Conception Center, Douglaston. The New York Blood Center honored the parishes and schools that achieved significant goals with their blood drives. The top three Queens parishes were St. Margaret, Middle Village; Holy Child Jesus, Richmond Hill; and Our Lady of the Snows, N. Floral Park. […]

Parish Celebrates Milestones

Parish Celebrates Milestones

Holy Child Jesus parish, Richmond Hill, recently celebrated the birthday of two parishioners. Gisel Gaviria celebrated her 15th birthday and Millie Bello marked her 105th birthday. After the blessing, Millie offered her flowers to the altar of Mary, so that she may bless “us” and “her” throughout her life. Shown, from left, Auxiliary Bishop Octavio […]

Holy Child Jesus soup supper Tablet Talk

Tablet TALK: HCJ Soup Supper Supports Pantry

This week in Tablet TALK, Holy Child Jesus holds a Lenten Soup Supper, service awards at St. Sebastian’s in Woodside, and a national honor for a St. Francis professor.