Health coverage offered under the Affordable Care Act faces challenges as rates increase and private insurers drop out of state exchanges. Currents correspondent Konrad Aderer visits Fidelis Care, a Catholic nonprofit offering health coverage and an extensive community network to help consumers navigate the New York healthcare marketplace.
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Liz Faublas Previews Tonight’s News
Liz Faublas gives the rundown for the November 1st edition of Currents including the big showdown between the Cleveland Indians and the Chicago Cubs as they prepare for Game 6 of the World Series, ObamaCare open enrollment taking off today and the Vatican announces the next meeting of popular grass root organizations.
Go Cubs Go
Cody McCone is a Brooklynite and Chicago-native, but most important this November–he’s a Cubs fan. Michelle Powers sat down with him before Game 6 to talk all things Chicago, Cubs, and curses.
The Bishop of Brooklyn’s Lasting Legacy
Since the Most Reverend Bishop Nicholas DiMarzio came to the Brooklyn diocese in 2003, he has worked tirelessly to create a better church for everyone. Now, on his 20th anniversary as a bishop, we look back at the shepherd’s lasting legacy for our diocese.
Brooklyn Diocese Makes Pilgrimage to National Shrine
Tim Harfmann reports from Washington D.C., where thousands of Catholics from the Brooklyn diocese made the pilgrimage to the Basilica of the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception. Bishop Nicholas DiMarzio led a multi-language rosary before pilgrims had the opportunity to go to confession and admire the beautiful Church interior. The Bishop also celebrated Mass, which included prayers in 20 languages.
Three Decades of Ministry to Immigrants
Bishop Nicholas DiMarzio found his calling helping newcomers to our shores long before becoming Bishop of the Diocese of Immigrants. Our Konrad Aderer tracks DiMarzio’s profound impact on policy and the resources available to migrants and refugees.
Bishop Celebrates 20 Years
The Bishop of Brooklyn, Nicholas DiMarzio, is celebrating the twentieth anniversary of his ordination as a Bishop. Priests from around the Diocese gathered at Immaculate Conception Center in Douglaston to celebrate the joyful occasion. Michelle Powers was there and filed this report.
Final Days Until The Election
This week on “In the Arena”, join host Monsignor Kieran Harrington as he sits down with author of the new book: ‘Love Letters from Mount Rushmore’, Richard Cerasani. Then, Monsignor discusses and debates the hot-button issues and current events at home and abroad with the executive producer of special events at Newsmax, Bill Tucker. Then Monsignor speaks with co-host of ‘The Five’, Dana Perino about her new book “Let Me Tell You About Jasper.”
“The Cremated Body”: The New Church Rules on Cremation
The Vatican has recently released new guidelines on the cremation of Catholics. Currents reporter Katie Engesser speaks with the executive director of Catholic Cemeteries on how to properly care for the deceased.
Queens Neighborhood “Decks the Halls” Early
With Halloween fast approaching and Thanksgiving just around the corner, the Ridgewood neighborhood of Queens decided they would start their Christmas celebrations early. Katie Engesser talks to locals about the new piece of holiday cheer.