Letters to the editor - Catholic New York

To the Editor: I loved Christina Capecchi’s “Starry Night” article (CNY, May 2) because it reflected my own attitude and that of some of my friends on the power of prayer at … more

5/16/13 | 44 views

Good Starting Point

To the Editor: I just read your article about the Rally for Life in the Bronx. At the end of the article, Edward Mechmann mentions the nyscatholic.org website. After reading this I … more

5/16/13 | 49 views

‘Love and Joy’

To the Editor: Congratulations to all involved in the Confirmation Mass for Children with Disabilities at the cathedral, and their families, friends and teachers. Special thanks to … more

5/16/13 | 48 views

All for Youth

To the Editor: On behalf of the Campus Ministry Department at the College of Mount St. Vincent, thank you for the wonderful coverage of New York Catholic Youth Day in the April 18 … more

5/16/13 | 49 views

‘Special Priest’

To the Editor: Having Msgr. Gerald Ryan, who died on April 11, as our pastor for 47 years was a great blessing (CNY, April 18). Abundant graces and favors were received by hundreds of parishioners … more

5/16/13 | 41 views

Cardinal’s Anniversary

To the Editor:This man was a man of peace who lived up to his episcopal motto, “There Is No Love Without Justice.”A man of serenity despite severe pain.Day after day, his patience and … more

5/2/13 | 145 views

Lack of Protest

To the Editor: When we seek refuge from inclement weather, we look for safety and shelter from the darkness and the storm. On April 15 in the city of Boston, in the aftermath of a terrorist … more

5/2/13 | 95 views

Masking Problem

To the Editor: By advocating for further gun control regulations to layer on top of existing laws (CNY, April 18), what is being asked for is a measure which only masks deeper socio-cultural … more

5/2/13 | 84 views

‘Church’s Finest Hour’

To the Editor: People may scoff at my claim that the Catholic Church is even capable of a renewal. Don’t I read the newspapers or look at the percentage of young adults rejecting … more

4/18/13 | 112 views

He Lived His Faith

To the Editor: Msgr. Gerald Ryan came to St. Luke’s as pastor when I was in the third grade in 1966. I knew him from the time I was 9, and I’m 55 now. He was the most Christ-like … more

4/18/13 | 119 views