This week on “In the Arena” join host, Monsignor Kieran Harrington, vicar of communication for the Diocese of Brooklyn, as he is joined by Dr, William Baker, to talk about the new documentary, ‘Sacred’. Then, the founder and artistic director of Fellowship for Performing Arts, Max McClean, talks about his faith journey and the new play “C.S. Lewis Onstage: The Most Reluctant Convert”. All this and much more on “In the Arena”. “In the Arena”: faith at the forefront of today’s news and events. Coming to you from the heart of New York
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Meet the Priests: Father Daniel Kingsley
Katie Engesser continues her series on the newly ordained with Father Daniel Kingsley. Born in Brooklyn, Father Kingsley isn’t a stranger to hard work. But after he was ordained he was given perhaps his hardest job of all.
A Staple to the Diocese: Monsignor Austin Bennett
Today, God’s people in Brooklyn and Queens are praying for the heavenly repose of the soul of Monsignor Austin Bennett. Our Michelle Powers attends the Mass of Christian burial at Saint James Cathedral Basilica.
Bishop DiMarzio Visits Two Standout Queens Academies
On a morning in Catholic Schools Week, Bishop DiMarzio visited two standout Catholic Academies in Queens and engaged with some young, inquisitive minds. Our Konrad Aderer follows Brooklyn’s Bishop on his tours of Divine Wisdom Catholic Academy and Our Lady of Mercy Catholic Academy.
St. Anselm Recognizes Veterans and First Responder Parents
Continuing Catholic Schools Week’s focus on service, St. Anselm Catholic Academy hosts the men and women who keep our country and our city safe. Our Konrad Aderer brings us to the luncheon the Bay Ridge school held for its parents who serve and their children.
Celebrating Faith and Diversity At Resurrection-Ascenscion
Auxiliary Bishop Octavio Cisneros continued his Catholic Schools Week tour of our Diocese, celebrating the faith and diversity of Resurrection Ascenscion Catholic Academy in Rego Park. Our Konrad Aderer brings us along as he shares and gets to know the students.
Venetian Churches in Brooklyn
Venice, Italy is a city of canals and churches. At St Francis College in Downtown Brooklyn some of the most gorgeous historical churches are on display in a photography exhibit by a school alumni. Katie Engesser talks with the artist and takes a tour of some of the best the city has to offer.
Rockville Centre Diocese Welcomes Bishop Barres
Tim Harfmann reports from St. Agnes Cathedral in Rockville Centre, where Bishop John Barres is installed as the fifth leader of the Long Island diocese. Along with Brooklyn Bishop Nicholas DiMarizo, Cardinals Dolan and McCarrick, and many more, gather for the installation Mass.
Catholic Brooklynite Named Borough’s Parks Commissioner
His mission is to help protect God’s green Earth. Martin Maher, a parishioner at Holy Name of Jesus Church, is the newly appointed commissioner for parks in Brooklyn. He oversees the borough’s nearly 900 parks, playgrounds, gardens, recreation centers, pools and beaches. Tim Harfmann speaks with the commissioner, who is also active in his parish’s Boy Scout troop.
Going for Gold for Catholic Schools Week
The Olympics – science Olympics – are highlighting the value of Catholic education in Bay Ridge, Brooklyn today. Students in grades six through eight at Saint Patrick Catholic Academy are competing in a series of experiments. Our Michelle Powers is on hand for the results.