Visitation of the Blessed Virgin Church in Redhook, Brooklyn was on the verge of bankruptcy when Father Claudio arrived, and then Hurricane Sandy made things even worse. Anthony Mangano visits the church to learn how the church was brought back to life by Father Claudio and the members of Koinonia John the Baptist.
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Students Pray the Rosary with the Bishop of Brooklyn
Controversy Rains on Columbus Day Parade
Columbus Day is a time to honor Catholic explorer Christopher Columbus, his Italian heritage and the discovery he made. This year, though, controversy swirls on the sidelines as marchers parade past St. Patrick’s Cathedral in the rain. The clamor is over the future of Columbus statues in New York, particularly the 125-year-old monument at the southwest corner of Central Park. Some want it removed, while others fiercely defined it. Currents News Tim Harfmann reports that the Bishop of Brooklyn is at the forefront of Columbus Day.
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This week on In the Arena, Monsignor Kieran Harrington talks current events with Noah Rothman of Commentary Magazine. Then he’s joined by Brandon Vogt, and authors Edie Sunby and Dr. Mary Neal talk about their books, “The Miracle Walker” and “7 Lessons from Heaven”. All this and more on In the Arena, faith at the forefront of today’s news and events!
Catholic Charities Collects Donations for Puerto Rico
At Bishop Nicholas DiMarzio’s urging, Catholic Churches throughout Brooklyn and Queens are taking action to help the people of Puerto Rico. The parishes are conducting emergency collections of ‘material goods.’ Essential items include nonperishable food, baby formula, flashlights and batteries. The supplies will be shipped out through Catholic Charities. Currents News Tim Harfmann has the latest on the relief drive.
Sheen Center Screens New Christmas Movie
The story of the Nativity – the first Christmas – debuts at a gala hosted by Cardinal Timothy Dolan. The animated motion picture features an all-star cast of voices. Currents News Tim Harfmann reports from the Catholic cultural center in Manhattan.
A ‘Star’ Prepares to Shine
One of the ways Bishop Nicholas DiMarzio encourages the Diocese of Immigrants ‘to share the journey’ of migrants is by highlighting the contributions they make. He does so with awards that recognize individuals from many nations. Currents News Tim Harfmann profiles a Catholic woman — a shining star — with Latin American roots.
Brooklyn Kids Help Puerto Rican People
Bishop Nicholas DiMarzio is paying attention to Puerto Rico in the wake of Hurricane Maria. He is requesting all churches in Brooklyn and Queens collect ‘material goods’ for the US island’s residents. The items in greatest need include non-perishable food, baby formula and flashlights and batteries. The students at Brooklyn’s St Bernard Catholic Academy are making a special effort to help today. Currents News Katie Engesser has the story.
CMS Honors Migration Leaders
Bishop Nicholas DiMarzio is recognized around the world for his leadership on matters involving migrants, immigrants and refugees. The Pope is launching a global campaign to share their journey. Against that backdrop, Currents News Katie Engesser reports that the Holy Father’s United Nations representative is with Bishop DiMarzio at a gala for a major migration organization that the Bishop helps guide.
Praying to End the “Culture of Death”
Celebrating their 25th anniversary, Rosary for Life continues to pray for the end to the culture of death. Michelle Powers has the story.