In a new report by the city’s Independent Budget Office, all 188 neighborhoods in New York City were ranked by the condition of their streets. And while Brooklyn was at the top, at the bottom was Kew Gardens in Queens. Katie Engesser reports from a parish in the neighborhood, where she learns first hand just how awful the roads can be.
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Patroness of Immigrants Remembered in Brooklyn
On Sunday, Pope Francis told the whole world to pray to Mother Cabrini, the patron saint of immigrants. But this holy woman had a home among the Italian American immigrants of Brooklyn. Katie Engesser reports from Sacred Heart St Stephens, where the memory of Mother Cabrini’s presence is still strong.
Hopeful for Change, Diocese Will March for Life
A week after the Inauguration, on Friday, the 27th, the Washington Mall will be packed with people once again. The throngs on the march for life. Our Michelle Powers talks with Bishop James Massa who will be leading Catholics from Brooklyn and Queens
Division Remains on Eve of Inauguration
On the last day before the Inauguration of Donald Trump to the presidency, people of our Diocese remained as divided as our country. Our Konrad Aderer checks in with parishioners on the upcoming transfer of power.
Brooklyn Catholics Honored to Attend Inauguration
When our 45th President is inaugurated on Friday, the Church will be represented not only by Cardinal Timothy Dolan, but by prominent Catholics from our Diocese. Currents correspondent Konrad Aderer meets two local leaders just before they head to Washington to partake in the transfer of power.
NYC Construction Deaths and Injuries Rise
Construction worker deaths and injuries in New York are spiking while job site inspections are plummeting, according to a report out tonight. Our Michelle Powers speaks to the Brooklyn priest who serves as chaplain to the building industry.
On MLK Day, Bed-Stuy Parish Celebrates and Reflects
St. Martin De Porres Parish celebrated the birthday of Martin Luther King, Jr. with uplifting song and prayerful reflection on his life and message. Our Konrad Aderer brings us to the Bedford-Stuyvesant celebration and asks congregants what inspiration they draw from Dr. King in a post-election atmosphere of controversy.
Hispanic Parishioners Become Missionary Disciples
The V Encuentro is a evangelical movement sweeping the nation. Proposed by the US Conference of Bishops, they hope to encourage Hispanic and Latino Catholics to become missionary disciples for the church. Katie Engesser reports from a meeting within the Diocese of Immigrants, where the mission to revive the faith in the Hispanic and Latino people is already underway.
Filipino Immigrant Helps Others in Need
A couple from the Philippines island of Mindanao travels to Queens because America is “a nation of greener pastures… and endless possibilities.” Although they struggle financially, our Michelle Powers reports they are dedicated to helping other Catholics.
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This week on “In The Arena” join host, Monsignor Kieran Harrington, as he pays tribute to the late Detective Steven McDonald with the power of his testimony of forgiveness. Then, Bill Tucker joins Monsignor to discuss cabinet picks and Lynn Yen, Founder and Executive Director of the Foundation for the Revival of Classical Culture, and Soloist and Baritone, Frank Mathis, to discuss “Strength in Love” – a unity concert. 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.