The Filipino parishioners of the Brooklyn Diocese are celebrating the Simbang Gabi, a nine day novena preparing the Catholics for the coming of Christ. Katie Engesser reports from the Church of the Guardian Angel in Brighton Beach as the Bishop of Brooklyn Nicholas DiMarzio joins in the faith filled merriment.
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Ti Piace il Presepe?
A presepio has been an important feature of Christmas celebrations in Italy for centuries. Appearing in churches, piazzas, and living rooms, the scene always includes a crèche, but is also known for elaborate reenactments of traditional or contemporary life. Many are complete with local buildings, streets and pastimes. Bishop Nicholas DiMarzio has one of his own at the Chancery. Michelle Powers spoke with him about its history.
It’s a Wonderful Christmas!
70 years ago, Frank Capra’s “It’s a Wonderful Life” hit the theaters, becoming a classic for all generations. Now at the Sheen Center they are bringing the film back to big screen and sharing the Christmas spirit with an unlikely guest. Katie Engesser reports.
Colores litúrgicos. La misa: ¿Español o Latín?
En la séptima edición del “Al pan, pan”, el padre Del Valle y Jorge I Domínguez conversan sobre algo que todos vemos y a veces no entendemos: los diferentes colores de las vestimentas del sacerdote. ¿Qué significan esos colores? ¿Tienen el mismo significado en todo el mundo? Y en la segunda parte del programa hablan sobre la misa en latín: su historia y su reciente resurgimiento en los Estados Unidos.
Defending Child Nutrition After the Election
In the wake of the election, child nutrition advocates and service providers are preparing to defend aid programs like SNAP under a Republican controlled government. Currents correspondent Konrad Aderer brings us to a forum of the CUNY Urban Food Policy
“Santa’s Toy Shop” Opens for Parents in Queens
For some families, getting gifts under the tree can be difficult. But as Katie Engesser reports the parents of Brooklyn and Queens are getting some help by elves from Catholic Charities.
A Caribbean Beat in the Heart of Flatbush
A Caribbean beat can be felt in the heart of Flatbush thanks to the talented young musicians of the New York Pan Stars Steel Orchestra. Currents Anchor Liz Faublas earned and learned a few notes when she met up with them.
Thousands March for Immigrant New York
On International Migrants Day, three thousand people gathered for the “March for Immigrant New York” at Dag Hammarskjold Plaza. Konrad Aderer joined immigrants, organizers and city officials as they sent a message of solidarity and defiance to President-elect Donald Trump and his immigration platform.
Parish Celebrates 150th Anniversary
Sacred Heart Saint Stephen’s Church in Carroll Garden is celebrating a milestone anniversary- 150 years of faith. Katie Engesser reports from the church in Brooklyn as she finds out just what has kept this parish thriving for over a century.
Coptic Christians Pray for Egypt Bombing Victims
Following the terror attack at St. Mark’s Cathedral in Cairo, at least two dozen innocent people are dead. Tim Harfmann reports from Ridgewood, Queens where parishioners at St. Mary & St. Antonios Coptic Orthodox Church are praying for their homeland.