Repentance, the Bath of the Soul

Repentance means change of mind, and change of attitude in a person’s life. Repentance is the first word of God to the first humans, and the first and last word of the Lord and of the Forerunner.

Is repentance real? Can any Catholic repent, regardless of how egregious their behavior? Looking at New Yorkers who have turned from sin, and those who want to, we will delve into the mystery of God’s forgiveness, and how repentance works in New Yorker’s lives. Does repentance guarantee forgiveness from God? What about those whose lives were affected? How can priests and the Church support this process?

Brooklyn Academy Excels in 2018 Math Bowl

An East Williamsburg academy definitely has their fair share of math geniuses, out-computing dozens of other Catholics schools in Brooklyn and Queens. Currents News Tim Harfmann has the story.

Rosary for Life Founder Prays for Ireland

Wyn Powers is the founder of Rosary for Life, a worldwide association of Catholics praying for an end to the culture of death. On eve of Ireland’s referendum on abortion, Currents News Konrad Aderer talks with the Irish-born Mrs. Powers about the power of the Rosary she hopes will protect the unborn in her home country.

Here Comes the Navy: Parade of Ships

Fleet Week 2018 begins with the annual nautical parade. Michelle Powers reports from the Fort Hamilton Army Base at the mouth of the Narrows.

Blessed Mother Painting Causes Controversy

An image of the Blessed Virgin Mary that once caused a firestorm in Brooklyn is raising eyebrows again. Many have called it outrageous and sacrilegious. This time the controversy is taking place on the other side of the East River. Currents News Tim Harfmann has the exclusive report.

St. Pio & Blessed Mother Honored in the Streets

In Queens, two beloved figures of the Church are honored through the streets. A Brooklyn-born bishop returns to his home diocese for the celebration. Currents News Tim Harfmann reports on the procession.

Irish Pro-Lifers Gain Ground Ahead of Vote

Days before Ireland’s May 25 referendum on abortion, the country remains deeply divided. Currents News Konrad Aderer reports on the recent resurgence of pro-life voters in the polls and on the streets

Pope “Talking Sculpture” Opens Dialogue

A larger-than-life version of Pope Francis is standing tall in a New York church. The statue is known as a “talking sculpture,” a tradition dating back centuries that gives the faithful an opportunity to share messages with the Holy Father and each other. Currents News Tim Harfmann reports. To learn more about the cause, visit talkingsculpture.com.

Pope Francis Gives Special Blessing to Long Islanders

In a private audience caught on video, Pope Francis gives a blessing in English to Catholic media watchers of the Diocese of Rockville Centre. Currents News Konrad Aderer gets the story from Monsignor Jim Vlaun, President and CEO of Telecare.

Cardinal Tagle Addresses St. John’s University

Cardinal Luis Antonio Tagle, Archbishop of Manila, gives the commencement address at St. John’s University. Currents News Konrad Aderer reports on what the wildly popular champion of the poor and vulnerable had to say.