Tim Harfmann speaks with Bishop Gregory Mansour, the chairman of Catholic Relief Services. The humanitarian organization is preparing for its annual tradition, where Catholics put a financial contribution in small cardboard boxes to help over 100 countries where a bowl of rice might be the only source of nutrition.
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‘A Brave Heart’ Tackles Bullying At Sheen Center
Tim Harfmann reports from Manhattan’s Sheen Center, where a screening of ‘A Brave Heart: The Lizzie Velasquez Story’ spotlights the issue of bullying. The 78-minute documentary tells the story of a 27-year-old born with a rare disorder that prevents her from gaining weight. On social media, strangers label her “the world’s ugliest woman” and post hateful comments. Lizzie uses that hate as motivation to help others combat bullying, which often leads to suicide — the third leading cause of death among elementary school children.
Dioceses Celebrate Black History Month
Tim Harfmann reports from Douglaston, Queens as Catholics from the Brooklyn and Rockville Centre dioceses gather to celebrate Black History Month. Auxiliary Bishop Neil Tiedemann presides at the vibrant liturgy, joined by Brooklyn Auxiliary Bishop Guy Sansaricq and Long Island Auxiliary Bishop Andrzej Zglejszewski. Bishop Joseph Perry, the Archdiocese of Chicago’s vicar general, is the homilist of the Mass.
Meet the Priests: Father Chris Bethge
Katie Engesser continues her profiles on the newly ordained with Father Chris Bethge, who ministers at Incarnation Church in Queens. Father Chris says his motivation to priesthood came not only from God but from the priests in his life.
Brooklyn’s Black History Month
Borough hall’s fourth annual black history month event is a time for African Americans in Brooklyn to remember their roots. Borough president Eric Adams hosts the event, honoring the black artists who put made significant contributions in their crafts. Katie Engesser has the story.
2016 Best Picture Nominees Recap
David DiCerto recaps all 9 Best Picture Nominees for this year’s OSCAR Night, on ABC-TV, Sunday, February 26th at 8PM!
Youth “Face 2 Face” With Jesus
“Face 2 Face” is a Eucharistic centered retreat for teens and young adults. The youngsters spend a weekend in adoration and experience an encounter with Christ. Katie Engesser reports from the gathering in Sheepshead Bay as the youth are ignited in their love of God.
Father Rafael Perez
Ed Wilkinson, Editor of The Tablet talks with Father Rafael Perez, the Parochial Vicar at Divine Mercy Parish, in Greenpoint, Brooklyn.
60 Second Review – “The Lego Batman Movie”
David DiCerto reviews the colorful brick-take on the Caped Crusader in THE LEGO BATMAN MOVIE!
60+ Second Review – “Fences”
David DiCerto reviews the big-screen adaptation of the August Wilson stage play, FENCES!