The Holy Union Sisters have been an intrinsic part of the Spiritual, Educational and Pastoral Life of Immaculate Conception Parish. For the past 71 years, they have educated thousands of school children thereby strengthening families and the parish. Michelle Powers reports on the community saying their last goodbyes as the sisters move closer to their Motherhouse in Fall River, Massachusetts.
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SSN 07 – EP 26
This week on “In the Arena”, Pastor Tom Doyle joins Monsignor Kieran Harrington to talk about Christians in the Middle East and his new book “Standing in the Fire: Courageous Christians Living in Frightening Times”. Then, Monsignor talks with the ‘The Hill’ reporter, Joe Concha, and the associate editor of Commonweal, Matthew Sitman, about current events and Deacon John Catalano about his new book, “Does God Speak to Us? What about Me?”. All this and much more on “In the Arena”: faith at the forefront of today’s news and events.
60 Second Review – “Kong: Skull Island”
Steven Greydanus reviews the return of Hollywood’s “biggest star” to the silver screen in KONG: SKULL ISLAND!
60 Second Review – “Logan”
David DiCerto reviews the final adventure of Hugh Jackman as the mutant Wolverine in LOGAN!
Church and State Help Queens Immigrants
In Queens, Church and State join forces to help alleviate anxiety among immigrant residents as national migration policy undergoes changes. Tim Harfmann is at St. Leo in Corona for a well-attended town hall.
NYPD & FDNY Honored As “Heroes of the Month”
Solving one of the most notorious murder cases in recent New York history highlights a celebration of heroes at Brooklyn’s Borough Hall. Tim Harfmann has the story.
St. John’s: Connecting Careers In Communications
St. John’s University is preparing its students for the real world. Currents anchor Liz Faublas participates in a panel discussion on the importance of social media branding and networking. Tim Harfmann reports from the university’s Queens campus.
Bishop Recognizes Leader for Work in Immigration
The Bishop of the Diocese of Immigrants, Nicholas DiMarzio, is recognizing a humble leader for helping immigrants. Katie Engesser reports from the Friar Club in Midtown Manhattan where the ceremony takes place.
Feeling Christ’s Passion
One parish is giving Catholics a new perspective- a journey through the last week of Jesus’ life using all 5 senses. Katie Engesser reports from St Thomas Aquinas Parish in Brooklyn.
Blessed Oscar Romero’s Possible Miracle
Pope Francis is growing the roster of Catholic Saints. The Holy Father is authorizing steps so five children of Fatima and Mexico may be canonized. And Vatican officials are intently studying the miracle attributed to Blessed Oscar Romero – what the current Archbishop of San Salvador describes as the “decisive phase.” Our Michelle Powers tells us that holy intercession involves the gift of life.