Council Speaker Melissa Mark-Viverito’s disclosure of her childhood sexual abuse has sparked a new phase of an ongoing social media conversation driven by abuse survivors. Currents correspondent Konrad Aderer speaks with Diocesan experts on treating and preventing sexual abuse about the empowerment and consequences of this sharing.
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New Clinton Campaign Emails Spark Controversy
After WikiLeaks released a new batch of emails from Hillary Clinton’s campaign, Tim Harfmann gets reaction from Brooklynites and Michael Long, the chairman of the New York State Conservative Party.
Brooklyn Cafe Helps With Hurricane Matthew Relief
Tim Harfmann reports from Bedford Stuyvesant as a Haitian cafe collects hundreds of items to send to the homeland. After Hurricane Matthew devastated the country, the owners of Kafe Louverture wanted to help.
Religious Leaders Blast Report on “Discrimination”
Religious leaders — among them Bishop Gregory John Mansour– are asking President Barack Obama and congressional leaders to publicly reject a U.S. Commission on Civil Rights report that claims faith groups are using religious freedom as a pretext for discrimination. Michelle Powers spoke with Bishop Mansour and filed this report.
Filipino Shining Star
For nearly half a century, Catholic Migration Services has been helping immigrants settle in the Diocese of Brooklyn. The organization is honoring them with a “Shining Star” award, calling the immigrants beacons of hope for the world. Michelle Powers profiled the Filipino Shining Star for her work with music and young people.
Saint Feast Day Remembers Haiti Victims
While more news on the destruction of Haiti comes in, the Haitian community of St Teresa of Avila in Crown Heights, Brooklyn looks toward the feast day of their church’s namesake with special intentions in mind. Katie Engesser talks to clergy and laypeople on how they hope the saint closest to their hearts will help their loved ones back home.
Jogger Assaults Causing Citywide Concern
After the brutal death of Karina Vetrano and the Central Park assault, many runners are starting to worry about their daily jogs. Katie Engesser speaks with joggers and safety experts on how to stay safe during your morning run.
Liz Faublas Previews Tonight’s News
Liz Faublas gives the rundown for the October 13th edition of Currents including the Wikileak scandal that appears to place the Catholic Church at the center of a vicious attack, Brooklyn Borough President Eric Adams unveiled plans today to construct and preserve hundreds of affordable housing units across Brooklyn. Also, the introduction of a special feast day for the local Haitian community to gather together to share a moment of celebration amidst the pain.
Brooklyn Bishop Celebrates Silver Jubilee
Brooklyn Auxiliary Bishop Witold Mroziewski took his priestly vows 25 years ago in Poland. Now at Holy Cross Church in Maspeth, Queens he celebrates his anniversary with his fellow bishops and laypeople. Katie Engesser was there and filed this report.
Borough President Funds Faith-based Affordable Housing
With a symbolic check for over $2 million in hand, Brooklyn Borough President Eric Adams stands with clergy, elected officials, and developers who have come together to support faith-based housing development in Brooklyn. Our Konrad Aderer brings us to the press conference, held at Calvary Community Church in Crown Heights.