This week the MTA is expected to vote to raise the price of Metrocards for the second time in two years, in a move some say will hurt the poor most of all. Our Konrad Aderer examines the impact of the fare hike on the poor, and takes us into the subways for a talk with some riders.
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Nazareth HS is “zSPACE” to be
Catholic schools in Brooklyn and Queens are doing amazing things. Tonight, our Michelle Powers has a report from Nazareth High School in East Flatbush where a new high-tech science lab provides students training in the most advanced surgical and medical procedures.
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This week on “In The Arena”, join host, Monsignor Kieran Harrington, as he is joined by the founder and artistic director of the Fellowship for Performing Arts, Max McLean, to talk about the new play, “Martin Luther on Trial”. Then, Associate online editor of Commentary Magazine, Noah Rothman, and Editor of the Tablet, Ed Wilkinson, join Monsignor to discuss the March for life and the inauguration of Donald Trump. This and much more on “In the Arena”. “In the Arena”: faith at the forefront of today’s news and events. Coming to you from the heart of New York.
Meet the Priests: Father Ralph Edel
Katie Engesser is talking to the newly ordained priests of the Brooklyn Diocese and today she stopped by St. Margaret’s Church in Middle Village, Queens. There is Father Ralph Edel, ordained just last year, who is preaching to parishioners of all ages.
Honors Students Watch Inauguration
Students in AP History at Bishop Loughlin Memorial High School watch the swearing-in and address of our 45th U.S. President, Donald Trump. Our Konrad Aderer gets the immediate reactions of some of Brooklyn’s brightest history students.
Young Mother Chooses Life
The eyes of the world are upon Washington today as the Trump Era begins.
One week from now – next Friday – the Nation’s Capital will, once again, draw Americans from across the land.
This time, to March for Life.
One new mother will be watching closely for she owes the birth of her baby to The Bridge To Life.
An organization, which is headquartered in Queens and helps people choose life.
Our Michelle Powers has the story.
TMLA Basketball Player Earns National Honor
Danielle Patterson, a 6’3″ center on The Mary Louis Academy’s varsity basketball team, has been chosen to play in the McDonald’s All-American Game. Only 24 players made the cut, and the Marine Park, Brooklyn, native is the only New Yorker. More importantly, Danielle is making school history. Tim Harfmann speaks with the high school senior before the nationally televised event.
Pope Asks Bishops to Hear Young Catholics
In preparation for the Vatican’s next global gathering of prelates, known as a synod, Pope Francis is asking bishops to listen to the comments and concerns of young Catholics. Tim Harfmann took a similar survey, speaking with Brooklyn Auxiliary Bishop Raymond Chappetto and students at Xaverian High School.
‘Strength To Love’ Concert Honors MLK
Tim Harfmann reports from the Co-Cathedral of St.Joseph as the Foundation for the Revival of Classical Culture and The Schiller Institute Chorus perform their ‘Strength To Love’ concert. The classical music presentation is a tribute to Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s vision for the future.
Haitian Catholics Remember Deadly Earthquake
On the seventh anniversary of the horrific earthquake in their homeland, Haitian Catholics gather for Mass with Auxiliary Bishop Guy Sansaricq. Tim Harfmann reports from St. Jerome Church, where they pray for loved ones they lost and a brighter future for the island.