In Sheepshead Bay, Catholics and Jews cheerfully shared grape juice, matzoh and bitter herbs during a model Seder dinner.
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St. Mark’s Hosts Retreat Weekend for Young People
“Face 2 Face,” a Eucharist-centered retreat weekend for youth and young adults ages 15-30, was conducted Feb. 17-19 at St. Mark’s parish, Sheepshead Bay.
Former Tribunal Judge, Pastor Is Dead at 88
A Mass of Christian Burial for Msgr. Gerard J. Arella, pastor emeritus of St. Mark’s parish, Sheepshead Bay, was celebrated Feb. 3 in the chapel at Immaculate Conception Center, Douglaston. He died Jan. 31 at Bishop Mugavero Residence, Douglaston. He was 88.
Handel’s ‘Messiah’ in Long Island City
This week’s Tablet TALK salutes Knights and parishioners helping neighbors during the holidays, highlights Christmas events, has details about a New Year’s Eve party for the whole family and much more.
Sepulchre Knights, Ladies Elevated to New Ranks
The new ranks and members from the Diocese of Brooklyn are:
Rite of Election: More Than a Thousand People Prepare to Enter the Church
In Brooklyn and Queens, 1,125 adults and children will receive the sacraments at the Easter Vigil. Bishop Nicholas DiMarzio greeted them during the Rites of Election and Call to Continuing Conversion last Sunday, Feb. 14.
Day of Reconciliation and Renewal For the Year of Mercy
The Golden Age and Rosary societies of St. Mark Church, Sheepshead Bay, are hosting “Reconciliation and Renewal in the Year of Mercy,” a day of reflection and prayers on Saturday, March 29.
School Family Enjoys Thanksgiving Meal
Thanksgiving arrived early for one of Sheepshead Bay’s biggest families. St. Mark Catholic Academy came together to pray, eat and celebrate the gift of their school community Nov. 25.
Tablet TALK: Sheepshead Bay Extends Papal Welcome
This week’s Tablet TALK offers several faith formation opportunities, highlights a school science lab dedication in Dyker Heights, recognizes Mercy Home’s urban farmers and much, much more.
St. Mark’s Challenges Kids to Have Fun (with video)
Each Sunday morning from September to March, St. Mark’s hosts its Challenger Basketball Program for players with disabilities. The program began 15 years ago with eight kids and now includes 42 players.