Currents correspondent Katie Breidenbach reports on the questions surrounding supposed apparitions of the Virgin Mary in Medjugorje, Bosnia following the Pope’s announcement that he will visit the Bosnian capital of Sarajevo in May.
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Brooklyn Diocese Celebrates Black History, Culture
Currents correspondent Tim Harfmann reports on the Black History Month Mass celebrated at the Co-Cathedral of St. Joseph in Prospect Heights.
Vaccinations: For and Against
Currents anchor Liz Faublas speaks with Dr. Meghan Clark, Assistant Professor of Theology at St. John’s University, about the pros and cons of vaccinations.
Loughlin Girls Making Their Mark on the Court
Currents sports correspondent Jim Mancari visits the Bishop Loughlin Girls Varsity Basketball Team, which is in the midst of a strong 2014-2015 season.
“White Zombie” & “The Road To Peace”
Dan Roebuck and Monsignor David Cassato discuss the 1932 horror film, “White Zombie,” starring Bela Lugosi and “The Road To Peace,” an inspirational documentary hosted by Bing Crosby.
Religion in Church & State and The Anti-Vaxxer Movement
Christine Emba, of New Criterion, and Matthew Schmitz, of First Things, join host Monsignor Kieran Harrington in-studio to discuss and debate Religion in Church & State with call in guests, Father Alonzo Cox, and Assemblyman Karim Camara. Then, Monsignor and the panelists tackle the issues of the anti-vaxxer movement and Boko Haram.
Values Keep Church, Country Strong
Currents correspondent Kate Breidenbach reports from the 115th Annual Cathedral Club Dinner at the Marriott Marquis in Times Square, featuring Congressman Peter King as the keynote speaker.
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Ed Wilkinson: Cathedral Club Is a Sign of Catholic Maturity
Pope Francis Will Speak to Congress
When Pope Francis visits the U.S. in September, he will go to Washington, D.C. and address a joint session of Congress, the first time a Pope will do so. For some thoughts on the forthcoming address, Currents correspondent Michelle Powers spoke with Father Joseph Holcomb, a Priest of the Brooklyn Diocese who previously served the Church in Washington, D.C.
NY Catholics Pushing Education Tax Credit
The Catholic Church in New York State wants a measure known as the Education Tax Credit to become law. Brooklyn Bishop Nicholas DiMarzio discussed the issue with Currents News Director Ed Wilkinson.
Transfiguration Shelter Remains Independent
Currents correspondent Konrad Aderer revisits the homeless shelter at Transfiguration Parish in Williamsburg, to learn why it remains independent of New York City’s shelter system.