In preparation for the Vatican’s next global gathering of prelates, known as a synod, Pope Francis is asking bishops to listen to the comments and concerns of young Catholics. Tim Harfmann took a similar survey, speaking with Brooklyn Auxiliary Bishop Raymond Chappetto and students at Xaverian High School.
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‘Strength To Love’ Concert Honors MLK
Tim Harfmann reports from the Co-Cathedral of St.Joseph as the Foundation for the Revival of Classical Culture and The Schiller Institute Chorus perform their ‘Strength To Love’ concert. The classical music presentation is a tribute to Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s vision for the future.
Haitian Catholics Remember Deadly Earthquake
On the seventh anniversary of the horrific earthquake in their homeland, Haitian Catholics gather for Mass with Auxiliary Bishop Guy Sansaricq. Tim Harfmann reports from St. Jerome Church, where they pray for loved ones they lost and a brighter future for the island.
Queens Neighborhood Roads Rated Worst in the City
In a new report by the city’s Independent Budget Office, all 188 neighborhoods in New York City were ranked by the condition of their streets. And while Brooklyn was at the top, at the bottom was Kew Gardens in Queens. Katie Engesser reports from a parish in the neighborhood, where she learns first hand just how awful the roads can be.
Patroness of Immigrants Remembered in Brooklyn
On Sunday, Pope Francis told the whole world to pray to Mother Cabrini, the patron saint of immigrants. But this holy woman had a home among the Italian American immigrants of Brooklyn. Katie Engesser reports from Sacred Heart St Stephens, where the memory of Mother Cabrini’s presence is still strong.
Hopeful for Change, Diocese Will March for Life
A week after the Inauguration, on Friday, the 27th, the Washington Mall will be packed with people once again. The throngs on the march for life. Our Michelle Powers talks with Bishop James Massa who will be leading Catholics from Brooklyn and Queens
Division Remains on Eve of Inauguration
On the last day before the Inauguration of Donald Trump to the presidency, people of our Diocese remained as divided as our country. Our Konrad Aderer checks in with parishioners on the upcoming transfer of power.
Brooklyn Catholics Honored to Attend Inauguration
When our 45th President is inaugurated on Friday, the Church will be represented not only by Cardinal Timothy Dolan, but by prominent Catholics from our Diocese. Currents correspondent Konrad Aderer meets two local leaders just before they head to Washington to partake in the transfer of power.
NYC Construction Deaths and Injuries Rise
Construction worker deaths and injuries in New York are spiking while job site inspections are plummeting, according to a report out tonight. Our Michelle Powers speaks to the Brooklyn priest who serves as chaplain to the building industry.
On MLK Day, Bed-Stuy Parish Celebrates and Reflects
St. Martin De Porres Parish celebrated the birthday of Martin Luther King, Jr. with uplifting song and prayerful reflection on his life and message. Our Konrad Aderer brings us to the Bedford-Stuyvesant celebration and asks congregants what inspiration they draw from Dr. King in a post-election atmosphere of controversy.