The so-called “SoHo sheep” have taken over the cemetery at the Basilica of St. Patrick’s Old Cathedral. To help trim to tall grass, the parish had the three animals imported from their upstate farm. Tim Harfmann reports from Lower Manhattan, where the woolly trio has onlookers flocking from all over New York City.
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Mother Teresa had a Gift for Her
It was 24 years ago when Yvonne Samaroo met Mother Teresa. At the time, Mrs. Samaroo was volunteering for the Missionaries of Charity at Our Lady of Victory in Brooklyn and she hasn’t stopped since. Michelle Powers met with her and filed this report.
LIZ FAUBLAS PREVIEWS TONIGHT’S NEWS
Liz Faublas gives the rundown for the August 23rd episode of Currents, including a grand jury handing down an indictment in the Imam murder case. Also, a look into the civil defense drills that were held in a Seoul subway station.
Stained Glass Windows: Immaculate Conception Center
In the final installment of his series on stained glass windows throughout the Diocese of Brooklyn, Tim Harfmann visits the Immaculate Conception Center in Douglaston and talks with Deacon Stanley Galazin. Click here to watch the other parts of Tim’s series.
MTA Plans New Train Cars
With the number of people riding the subway increasing and trains becoming more crowded with passengers, transit officials are planning to incorporate new train cars that should increase subway ridership. Katie Engesser reports on the new changes to come to the MTA.
’92: The Striped Sari Comes to Brooklyn
It was in 1992 when Father Joseph Nugent spoke with Mother Teresa and asked her to send sisters who would work with the pregnant young women of the community and help them to choose life. Now, 24 years later, the Missionaries of Charity are a staple to the Diocese of Brooklyn. Michelle Powers filed this report about how the sisters got their start at Our Lady of Victory Church in Bed-Stuy.
Cathedral of St. Vibiane and San Antonio de Pauda Churches
Joe Estevez visits the Cathedral of St. Vibiana and San Antonio de Padua Churches in Los Angeles.
Modern Parenting
This week on “In the Arena” join host, Monsignor Kieran Harrington, Vicar of Communication for the Diocese of Brooklyn, as he is joined by Author of the new book “UnSelfie: Why Empathetic Kids Succeed in Our All-About-Me World”, Michele Borba, and NewsMax contributor, Bill Tucker, as they discuss her new book and parenting. Then, Monsignor is joined by founder and CEO of STOPit, Todd Schobel, and Keynote speaker and Cyber safety expert, Sgt.Tom Rich, to discuss internet safety and cyber bullying. All this and more on ‘In the Arena’
A Doggone Day in Brooklyn
Dogs and owners gathered in Prospect Park for a day of fun, letting dogs roam free and play games for prizes. Katie Engesser reports as Brooklyn goes to the dogs.
Haitian Community Gathers for Youth Talk Show and Celebration
At Our Lady of Miracles in Canarsie, over 100 people gathered to celebrate their Haitian heritage. The event featured a youth talk show, music, food and guest speakers — including NET TV’s Liz Faublas. Tim Harfmann speaks with Bishop Guy Sansaricq and Fr. Charles Borno on the importance of the event.