There are 38 saints who have the distinction of being doctors of the Church — a title bestowed by popes over the centuries to individuals whose writings and teachings have made profound contributions to Church doctrine.
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St. John’s University ROTC Cadet’s Journey to U.S. Military Began in His Native China
Yechao Li, a senior at St. John’s University, is looking forward to graduating in May and stepping into his future, having already made an arduous journey to get to this point. Li has come from China — fleeing religious persecution in his native country and finding freedom.
Nearly 100 Religious Sisters, Brothers Celebrate World Day for Consecrated Life in Queens
The religious sisters attending the World Day for Consecrated Life event at St. John’s University represented different cultures, languages, and ministries, but they celebrated a shared mission — living the Gospel as servants of the universal Church.
By Any Name, the Mother of Jesus is Beloved by Catholics
She is known by various names, including the Virgin Mary, the Blessed Mother, and Mary, the mother of Jesus. Or simply Mary. But whatever name Catholics prefer to call her, there is one thread that runs through all of the titles — a deep love and devotion for her.
A Second Chance at Life: St. John’s Administrator Seeks Living Kidney Donor
For the last 36 years, Christine Goodwin, an assistant provost for Institutional Research in St. John’s University’s Office of Institutional Research, has lived thanks to a kidney donated by her father.
Johnnies Head Into Season With Highest-Ever Preseason Ranking
St. John’s men’s basketball enters the 2024-25 season with its highest-ever preseason ranking — No. 5 in the nation. Under Hall of Fame coach Rick Pitino, the Red Storm are reloaded with top transfers and hungry for redemption after last year’s second-round NCAA Tournament exit.
St. Francis Prep Graduates Make Cheer-ful Reunion at St. John’s University
This fall, four former members of the St. Francis Prep varsity cheerleading team are all now teammates once again for the St. John’s University cheer squad.
Former St. John’s Track Star Hitting Her Stride as a Nun
Former St. John’s track star Jacqueline Gallagher is trading the starting line for a spiritual path as she prepares to profess her first vows with the Dominican Sisters of St. Cecilia, embracing a lifelong journey of faith.
Largest Donation in SJU History Funds Basketball Facility, Student Scholarships
After decades of supporting Catholic education, William Janetschek is investing in its future at St. John’s University, unlike anyone has before — gifting the university a $32.5 million donation last month.
Diocese of Brooklyn, St. John’s University Partner to Support Future Catholic School Teachers
Jill Anzalone, a rising freshman at St. John’s University, has long harbored a desire to become a Catholic school teacher.