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Legacy and Life of the Papacy
What is today a sacred institution that inspires over one billion Catholics around the globe, the papacy is also an ongoing evolution that parallels western history and spirituality of the last 2,000 years. From St. Peter to John Paul II to Pope Francis – How has the history of the papacy matched the inspiration of Christ, and what is this message doing for people every day, in the lives they lead here in New York.
Diocese Vigilant Against Sex Abuse
In the Diocese of Brooklyn, combating sex abuse is a top priority for Bishop Nicholas DiMarzio. Currents News Konrad Aderer talks with the leaders of the programs that protect children and help victims.
“110 Years and We Never Missed an Issue”
The Brooklyn Diocese and DeSales Media Group are organizing World Communications Day, 2018. The focus this year–the truth will set you free. A major highlight of the big media event that has attracted communicators from around the world…celebrating Ed Wilkinson’s five decades of service to The Tablet. Tonight, Currents News, Michelle Powers, goes behind-the-scenes to show us how the famous newspaper is produced…
Fr. Tom Colucci
On the season finale of On The Block: Former Firefighter, Father Tom Colucci, talks with Ed Wilkinson about his decision to enter the priesthood after retiring from the NYFD.
Yom HaShoah 2018
Today, at sundown, Holocaust Remembrance Day begins. At Brooklyn’s St. Francis College, one woman gives her testimony about how she endured Nazi horror as just a little girl. Currents News, Michelle Powers, reports.
‘Jesuits & Jedi’
The Catholic Brother known as the “Pope’s astronomer,” is spreading the word that God can be found in stories like Star Wars. Currents News Tim Harfmann reports a new guide to galaxy films is being preached.
Poll Shows National Decline in Church Attendance
A new Gallup poll shows fewer and fewer Catholics attending weekly Mass. Currents News Konrad Aderer checks in on how churches are still thriving in the Diocese of Brooklyn, on the strength of vibrant immigrant communities.
Embracing Pope Francis’ Call to Holiness in Brooklyn
This week, Pope Francis released “Gaudete et Exsultate”, a new apostolic exhortation calling on Catholics to have the courage to be holy. Currents News Konrad Aderer seeks out the first reactions from a priest and parishioners in Brooklyn.
Divine Mercy and Saints in Ridgewood
At Our Lady of the Miraculous Medal in Queens, Italian and Polish communities come together on Divine Mercy Sunday, and dedicate images of Our Lady Czestochowa and St. Anne. Currents News Konrad Aderer reports on the deep devotion of the parish to their saints.