On the eve of Mother’s Day, thousands joined in marching across New York City’s Brooklyn Bridge to demand an end to gun violence. The New York chapter of Moms Demand Action for Gun Sense in America, which advocates for reforms to reduce gun violence, organized the annual event to spread the organization’s message that the country needs stronger gun laws. Michelle Powers was there and filed this report.
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Clint Hill
This week on “In the Arena,” Monsignor Harrington is joined by former Secret Service Agent Clint Hill as he talks about his experience in the Secret Service and about his new book, Five Presidents: My Extraordinary Journey with Eisenhower, Kennedy, Johnson, Nixon, and Ford with its co-author Lisa McCubbins. Then Monsignor Harrington is joined by call-in guests, Javier Martinez-Brocal, Director of Rome Reports, and Rome Correspondent for the Tablet, Chris Lamb to talk about news from Rome.
Becoming a Mom – Again – Through Adoption
Brenda Hopkins fostered two-year-old Quintin from birth, and now she is officially his adoptive mother. With the help of HeartShare St. Vincent’s Services, an organization that helps New York families, Quintin now joins the family alongside Brenda’s three biological daughters. Ahead of Mother’s Day, Currents Correspondent Katie Breidenbach visits their home to learn the joys – and struggles – of fostering and adopting.
Stolen Jesus Statue Found in Williamsburg
A statue of Jesus stolen by young vandals is recovered in Williamsburg, as NYPD continues to search for the culprits. Currents correspondent Konrad Aderer reports.
De Blasio Fires Back at Reporters at Opening of New Precinct
Mayor de Blasio announces opening of long-sought police precinct in Queens, joined by NYPD Commissioner William Bratton. After Queens officials praise de Blasio for his commitment to public safety, reporters grill him on the ethics investigation which has dominated city news this week. Our Konrad Aderer reports from the scene.
Priest Candidates “Called to Serve” the People of God
Individual journeys led ten men to the same vocation: the priesthood. In a five-part series, “Called to Serve,” Currents Correspondent Katie Breidenbach introduces the men who will be ordained priests of the Brooklyn Diocese on June 4th. In the first segment, Deacon Gesson Agenis and Deacon Marcial Thomas explain that the people of God are their first priority.
View the second video in the “Called to Serve” Series here.
Icon of Perpetual Help Touches Faithful Today
As the icon of Our Lady of Perpetual Help nears the 150th anniversary of its public veneration, some parishioners at Our Lady’s namesake Basilica say they have received miracles through Mary’s intercession. Currents Correspondent Katie Breidenbach visits the Sunset Park church and hears insight from expert iconologist Brother Daniel Korn.
Religious Persecution Victims Fight For Freedom
At an international conference in Midtown sponsored by In Defense of Christians and other humanitarian organizations, victims and witnesses of religious persecution shared their experiences.
Fight For Religious Freedom Brought To The UN
Hosted by the Holy See, an international forum at the United Nations gave witnesses and victims of religious persecution the opportunity to share their experiences.
Priests Share Christian Persecution Stories
Ahead of an international conference for religious freedom, Tim Harfmann spoke with two priests who came face-to-face with the Islamic State. Fr. Douglas Al-Bazi describes his 9-day kidnapping by ISIS.