Hosts Father Duffy and Rabbi Hirschfield honor St. Patrick’s Day with the help of Kevin Toolis, author of “My Father’s Wake: How the Irish Teach Us to Live and Die”. Later in the show, author Jeanne Nigro argues for the importance of Passover for Christians and Jews alike….And start Holy Week the right way with a visit to your local church to honor Reconciliation Monday. All this and more on In the Arena, faith at the forefront of today’s news and events!
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‘Martha’s Ministry’ Prepares for Easter Vigil
The clock is ticking in the Catholic Church. Palm Sunday is only 10 days away. Then, the resurrection of the Lord follows. A dedicated team is hard at work preparing for the Easter Vigil at a Brooklyn church. Currents News Tim Harfmann visited them.
I Can Only Imagine: Special
Join us for an exciting new episode of Walk In Faith with host Craig Syracusa. Ahead of the premiere, he talks to Dennis Quaid, singer Amy Grant and actress Madeline Carroll, stars of the new movie I Can Only Imagine – the inspiring and unknown true story behind the band MercyMe’s beloved, chart topping song that is a gripping reminder of the power of true forgiveness.
Opening Young Eyes to Career Options
Students expand their horizons at the first Career Day at St. Margaret Catholic Academy in Queens Village. Currents News Konrad Aderer reports on how the school presents a wide range of professional options, pushing beyond traditional options especially for girls.
9/11 Museum Honors Catholic Teacher
A second-grade teacher at a Brooklyn Catholic academy has received a national award from the 9/11 Tribute Museum. Currents News Konrad Aderer reports on how the honoree, Nancy Re Cregan, inspires students to guide their own lessons about compassion.
The Fighting Irish: The Battle to Keep Catholicism
The Irish battle over the sanctity of life is being waged during troubling times for the country’s Catholic Church. Once the bastion of Saint Patrick, Catholics and religious are in steep decline. Currents News, Michelle Powers, talked to the new leader of the Irish Apostolate in the Brooklyn Diocese about this troubling trend.
To contact Father Christopher Heanue, e-mail [email protected].
Fr. Victor Bolanos
Father Victor M. Bolaños, Parochial Vicar and Director of New Evangelization at the Presentation of the Blessed Virgin Mary Church in Jamaica, Queens had travelled the world as a successful engineer. He talks to Ed Wilkinson about why he gave up his career for God and the Neocatechumenal Way.
Practice Makes Perfect for Irish Step Dancers
Keeping in step with their St. Patrick’s traditions are the Buckley School step dancers, who will perform their Irish jigs throughout Brooklyn this weekend. Currents News Tim Harfmann attends their practice where Irish pride is on display.
Catholic Schools Remember Parkland
The shooting rampage took place one month ago. Today, students across America walked out of their classrooms in a movement that demands action against gun violence. Currents News, Michelle Powers, reports from Saint Francis Prep in Queens, where protests mixed with prayers.
Five Lives Lost in Helicopter Crash
Five young people starting out on their careers lost their lives in a tragic helicopter accident off of Manhattan’s East side. Currents News Konrad Aderer reports on their lives and accomplishments.