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.
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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.
Pope Francis Names New Cardinals
Pope Francis named 17 new cardinals Sunday, adding like-minded prelates from dioceses big and small to the College who will elect the next pope. Three are American. Michelle Powers spoke with Father Peter Purpura, who studied in Rome, about the Pope’s choices.
Precious Blood Monastery
Take a rare look into the cloistered life of nuns as they discuss their contemplative lives as well as the beautiful paintings and artwork inside their historic chapel in Brooklyn.
FDNY Employees Announce Anti-Discrimination Lawsuit
A group of civilian FDNY employees take the steps of City Hall to announce a new anti-discrimination lawsuit, citing unequal pay and opportunities for minority non-uniformed employees of the Fire Department. Our Konrad Aderer reports from the event.