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Baltimore Archbishop William E. Lori, supreme chaplain of the Knights of Columbus, left, prays Aug. 4 at the granite sarcophagus holding the remains of Father Michael McGivney, founder of the Knights of Columbus, at St. Mary’s Church in New Haven, Conn. Later at the opening Mass of the Knights’ 138th annual Supreme Convention, it was announced a new Blessed Michael McGivney Pilgrimage Center will be created at the current Knights of Columbus Museum in New Haven.

Knights Pilgrimage Center Will Focus on Founder’s Spirituality, Charity

A new Blessed Michael McGivney Pilgrimage Center planned by the Knights of Columbus will focus on “the spirituality and charitable vision of our founder and his legacy,” said Supreme Knight Carl A. Anderson in announcing the new center Aug. 4. The center will be located at the current Knights of Columbus Museum in New Haven, Conn. more

8/5/20

IN REMEMBRANCE—People in Hiroshima, Japan, pray for atomic bomb victims at Peace Memorial Park Aug. 6, 2019.

Nuclear Era That Began in 1945 Poses Moral Questions for the 21st Century

The Japanese cities of Hiroshima and Nagasaki were destroyed by atomic bomb explosions 75 years ago this August, hastening the end of World War II. more

By DENNIS SADOWSKI | 8/5/20

Catholic Leaders Call For Prayers, Help After Massive Beirut Blasts

Lebanese were reeling after a massive explosion at Beirut’s port destroyed homes, businesses and livelihoods across the capital, and Catholic leaders immediately took action and called for international support. more

By DALE GAVLAK | 8/5/20

A young woman is pictured in a file photo near a church in Rajaf, South Sudan. The murder of three young girls in South Sudan’s capital, Juba, has generated response from Catholic leaders and united the entire country.

‘These Were Innocent Children,’ Archbishop Says of South Sudan Murders

The Catholic archbishop of Juba condemned “in the strongest terms possible” the murder of three young girls, killed while watching television in their Juba home. more

By FREDRICK NZWILI | 8/5/20

Dan Anderl poses for a photo with Bishop James F. Checchio of Metuchen, N.J., in this 2018 photo. The son of New Jersey federal Judge Esther Salas, he was fatally shot at the family’s North Brunswick, N.J. home July 19.

Federal Judge Speaks Out on Son’s Murder, Calls for Protection of Judges

Federal Judge Esther Salas said the July 19 death of her only child, Daniel, killed at their family home by a lawyer, could not be in vain and in an Aug. 3 video called for the protection of “my brothers and sisters on the bench.” more

By RHINA GUIDOS | 8/5/20

Trump, Congress Urged to Make ‘Access to Quality Education’ a Priority

Two U.S. cardinals and the president of the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops have an urgent message for President Donald Trump and the U.S. Congress: The next emergency stimulus package must help tuition-paying families keep their Catholic and other nonpublic schools open this fall. more

8/3/20

People in San Diego hold signs supporting the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals program June 18.

Faith Leaders Criticize Trump’s Plan to Reject New DACA Applicants

Faith leaders and immigrant advocates have denounced the Trump administration’s plan to reject first-time applications for the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals program, known as DACA, and limit DACA renewals to one-year extensions instead of two. more

By CAROL ZIMMERMANN | 8/3/20

In Planning Jan. 29 March for Life, Officials Mindful of Health Safeguards

In the midst of the uncertainty of the COVID-19 pandemic, the annual March for Life rally on the National Mall and march to the Supreme Court in Washington, D.C. are still scheduled for Jan. 29. Beyond that, the details are in flux. more

By KURT JENSEN | 8/3/20

Christians Must Courageously Share With Others, Pope Says at Angelus

True compassion requires “courageous sharing,” not telling people to go fend for themselves, Pope Francis said. more

By CAROL GLATZ | 8/3/20

Aug. 2 Live-streamed Organ and Trumpet Recital From the Basilica of St. Patrick’s Old Cathedral

A live-streamed organ and trumpet recital featuring Jared Lamenzo, organist and director of music at the Basilica of St. Patrick’s Old Cathedral in Manhattan, and virtuoso trumpet player Angela Gosse will be played from the basilica Sunday, Aug. 2, at 2:30 p.m. Lamenzo will play the basilica’s 1868 Henry Erben pipe organ. more

8/1/20

Priestly Care for Dying

Our family wants to thank you so much for your May 21 article about the priest volunteers for hospital and nursing home visits during Covid-19. Thanks to your article by Dan Pietrafesa, we knew … more

7/30/20

Assisting Religious

Thank you for sharing the news of the SOAR! Covid Rapid Response grant program with Catholic New York readers (CNY, July 16). I want religious women and men to know that they can turn to SOAR! … more

7/30/20

COVID Pandemic Should Raise Questions About Faith, Pope Says

Besides the immediate considerations of trying to stay healthy, to mourn the dead and protect others, the coronavirus pandemic should be prompting Christians to reflect on their faith, Pope Francis wrote. more

By CINDY WOODEN | 7/30/20

VISITANTE IMPORTANTE—Un grupo de niños ensayan para el papa Francisco, quien visitó de sorpresa su programa de verano en la sala de audiencias Pablo VI del Vaticano el 20 de julio. Unos 100 niños de empleados del Vaticano asisten al programa durante el mes de julio.

Papa Hace Visita Sorpresa a Niños de Empleados del Vaticano

Cuando Zoe, de 10 años de edad, llegó tarde a un campamento de verano del Vaticano, no esperaba encontrar al papa Francisco allí. “Me quedé fría porque fue una sorpresa y yo nunca lo había … more

7/30/20

St. Anthony's, Nanuet, Offers Virtual Concert

St. Anthony’s parish in Nanuet is offering a free virtual concert titled “St. Anthony’s Festival Concert.” Lisa Chen, music director/organist at St. Anthony’s, … more

7/30/20

Sister Maureen Kelly, F.S.P.,

Sister Maureen Kelly, F.S.P., who taught at several schools in the archdiocese, died July 10 at St. Cabrini Nursing Home in Dobbs Ferry. She was 84. She taught at St. Teresa’s School in … more

7/30/20

Sister Ann Stankiewicz, O.P.

Sister Ann Stankiewicz, O.P., a member of the Dominican Sisters of Hope who served at Mount St. Mary College in Newburgh, died July 1 at the Wartburg in Mount Vernon. She was 86. Sister Ann served … more

7/30/20

Father Raymond A. Schroth, S.J.

Father Raymond A. Schroth, S.J., who served as associate editor of America magazine, died July 1 at Murray-Weigel Hall, the Bronx. He was 85. Father Schroth, the author of seven books, was … more

7/30/20

Sister Janet Meehan, R.D.C.

Sister Janet Meehan, R.D.C., who taught at two high schools in the archdiocese, died June 17 at St. Cabrini of Westchester in Dobbs Ferry. She was 78. Sister Janet served for many years at John F. … more

7/30/20

Sister M. Isabel Schratwieser, I.H.M.

Sister M. Isabel Schratwieser, I.H.M., who taught at Immaculata High School in Manhattan for six years, died July 16 at Our Lady of Peace Residence in Scranton, Pa. She was 97. Sister Isabel was … more

7/30/20