Feast of St. Joseph at Precious Blood Monastery

The Sister Servants of the Lord and the Virgin of Matara, Community of St. Edith Stein at Precious Blood Monastery, Fort Hamilton, invite Tablet readers to join them for the Feast of Saint Joseph, on Wednesday, March 19.

Local Argentinian Priest, Sisters Rejoice Over Pope

While the world’s Catholics are rejoicing over the new Holy Father, Pope Francis, his election is even more momentous for Latin Americans, particularly those of Argentinian heritage.Among those bursting with pride is Father Francisco Walker, pastor of St. Agatha’s Church, Sunset Park, who was born in Buenos Aires, Argentina, just like the new pope.

Two Communities Share Local Cloister

    by Marie Elena Giossi Cloistered away in a monastery in Borough Park, the Sisters Adorers of the Precious Blood and Servants of the Lord and the Virgin of Matará Sisters (S.S.V.M.) minister unseen at the service of God and their brothers and sisters. More than a dozen Precious Blood Sisters and Sister Servants, […]