Just days after a terrorist attack in Nice, France killed at least 84 people, Brooklyn’s Bishop Nicholas DiMarzio gathers the French community in Carroll Gardens. Together they hold Mass and pray for peace. Currents Correspondent Katie Breidenbach reports that the threat of terrorism looms even as the faithful meet in Brooklyn.
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Upcoming Conventions and Forgiveness
This week on “In the Arena” join host, Monsignor Kieran Harrington, Vicar of Communication for the Diocese of Brooklyn, as he is joined by Bruce Blakeman to discuss the the upcoming Republican National Convention. Then, Monsignor is joined by Detective Steven McDonald to discuss forgiveness, the Mychal Judge 9/11 Walk of Remembrance. All this and more on ‘In the Arena’
New York Mourns, Steps Up Security After France Attack
Following the deadly terror attack in Nice, France, police patrol the French Consulate of New York and special units are sent to key locations such as Times Square and Grand Central Station. Mourners leave flowers and messages of condolence at the Consulate, paying their respect for the scores killed. Currents Correspondent Katie Breidenbach reports on New York’s reaction to the Bastille Day tragedy.
60 Second Review – “Independence Day: Resurgence”
Deacon Steven Greydanus reviews the sci-fi blockbuster sequel, INDEPENDENCE DAY: RESURGENCE!
Life and Death
Today we discuss both life and death, starting off at a rally in Pasadena California to talk about abortion with Minister Ignacio Gomez and members of the Knights of Columbus, David Flores, Jeff Storey, and Tim O’Donnell about their efforts of repealing Roe v. Wade. Later we meet Maria Nunez, a mother with many children to talk about the tradition of having huge families and how Faith forms her.
Food, Games and History: Brooklyn Celebrates Bastille Day
The streets of Carroll Gardens are shut down as French New Yorkers celebrate their independence with food, music, and games. Currents Correspondent Katie Breidenbach reports as St. Agnes Church, the only Brooklyn parish to celebrate a French-language Mass, joins in. The priest in charge of that Mass, Fr. Paul Anel, hopes that Catholicism will bring hope to the country that is living in the shadow of terrorism.
What’s Mercy Got To Do With It?
On this episode of Too Blessed to Be Stressed, David, Jahaira, and Dj David Dorian are joined by Fr. Agustino Torres.
60 Second Review – “The Innocents”
David DiCerto reviews the Polish-French indie drama about true-life events following WWII, THE INNOCENTS!
Dozens Overdose on K2 in Bed-Stuy
Up to 33 people were hospitalized Wednesday after apparent overdoses of K2, also known as synthetic marijuana. Currents Correspondent Katie Breidenbach reports from Bedford-Stuyvesant where residents say the drug is a constant problem.
Alexander Hamilton: The Man and the Legacy
In the spotlight ever since the hit Broadway musical, Alexander Hamilton is honored by a crowd of fans who gather at his Manhattan gravesite. Trinity Episcopalian Church hosts a ceremony to honor the founding father 212 years after his death. Lauded as a key interpreter of the Constitution, Hamilton died on July 12th, 1804 after a infamous dual with his bitter rival Aaron Burr. Currents Correspondent Katie Breidenbach speaks with fans, historians, and a direct descendant of this great man.