Catholic New York

Father McGivney’s Beatification a Boost for Priesthood, Knights

When Father Michael McGivney is beatified on Saturday, Oct. 31, at St. Joseph’s Cathedral in Hartford, Conn., it will be a signal honor for the Knights of Columbus, which he founded in 1882, as … more

By John Woods | 10/21/20

The Toxic Waste of Roe v. Wade

Great Britain’s parliamentary democracy has no constitutional text, but rather a “constitution” composed of centuries of legal traditions and precedents. So when British courts make grave … more

By GEORGE WEIGEL | 10/21/20

Is Anyone Listening?

I often watch the television game show “Jeopardy,” and I find that it can be a mental workout, with plenty of questions I can’t answer. So I was delighted one evening when the final question … more

By CLAUDIA McDONNELL | 10/21/20

God Can, and Does, Bring Good From Evil

Let me say it again! God can—and does—bring good out of evil.Lord knows, there’s a lot of evil these months. Our city, our beloved country, our world community—yes, even our … more

By CARDINAL TIMOTHY M. DOLAN | 10/21/20

Hacia una Fraternidad Universal

La tercera encíclica del papa Francisco “Fratelli Tutti”, como él mismo lo precisa, es una encíclica social; la cual no tiene como propósito resumir la doctrina del amor fraterno, sino … more

Por PADRE LORENZO ATO | 10/21/20

El Poder Atemporal del Rosario

Este viernes tengo el honor de ofrecer una misa conmemorativa para una mujer notable, Stephanie O’Keefe, la madre de mi maravillosa asistente administrativa, Ann O’Keefe Bave, quien fue al Señor … more

POR CARDINAL TIMOTHY M. DOLAN | 10/21/20

Thankful Sendoff for His Priestly Service in Kingston

Parishioners of St. Mary-St. Peter in Kingston, in the archdiocese’s northern reaches, turned out at the five parish Masses this past weekend to say thank you to Father Daniel Maichiki, a priest … more

By John Woods | 10/7/20

Embracing What Is

When I arrived at Pyramid Life Center in the Adirondack Mountains last month to lead a retreat, I was excited but nervous. As is always the case when I lead a group, I want to be sure I give … more

By MARY DeTURRIS POUST | 10/7/20

The Hope of the Good News

This has been a difficult year. Whichever way we look at it, either from a secular perspective or a religious one, we will not be sorry to see 2020 end. From the tragic stories about the coronavirus … more

By FATHER CHRISTOPHER ARGANO | 10/7/20

Our Balm for 2020: the Communion of Saints

Paula Kraus wasn’t afraid to utter the wish burning on her heart, the one that seizes so many preparing to lose a loved one. The Minnesota mom yearned for some kind of indication that, though … more

By CHRISTINA CAPECCHI | 10/7/20

Hacia una Cultura de la Paz y Solidaridad Mundial

Es posible hacer realidad la utopía de la paz y solidaridad mundial? En principio una utopía, no es una falsa conciencia, sino un ideal motivador para la acción, ideal basado en una visión … more

Por PADRE LORENZO ATO | 10/7/20

The Rosary’s Timeless Power

This Friday I have the honor of offering a Memorial Mass for a remarkable woman, Stephanie O’Keefe, the mother of my wonderful administrative assistant, Ann O’Keefe Bave, who went to … more

By CARDINAL TIMOTHY M. DOLAN | 10/7/20

Garbage Pickups and Putdowns

Garbage collection and recycling days can differ for many reasons, not the least of which is location, location, location. I recall the first time I visited a recreational theme park and discovered … more

By FATHER BOB PAGLIARI, C.Ss.R., Ph.D. | 10/1/20

Pope’s Message as Relevant Today as When He Visited Us

Can it really be five years since Pope Francis was among us New Yorkers in person at St. Patrick’s Cathedral, Madison Square Garden, Central Park, the United Nations, the National Sept. 11 Memorial … more

By John Woods | 9/23/20

Mass, Sacraments and Devotions Offer Renewal And Comfort for Catholics, Especially Now

For our families whose loved ones died during this time of pandemic, we express our heartfelt sympathy and prayers. Our funeral rites are a great consolation and help us to express our love for those … more

By Bishop Gerardo J. Colacicco | 9/23/20

Seeking a Harvest of Courtesy

Season of mists and mellow fruitfulness,” the poet John Keats called this time of the year in his ode “To Autumn.” The words evoke a peaceful scene, a season suited to reflection and grateful … more

By CLAUDIA McDONNELL | 9/23/20

Theology of Home: an Invitation to Reclaim What Matters Most

The color-coded books first caught my eye. It’s become one of my favorite flourishes in interior design, one that always stops me in my Instagram scrolling. And here it was, on the … more

By CHRISTINA CAPECCHI | 9/23/20

Christ at the Center of the Council

Conversations with Father Robert Imbelli have been a great blessing in recent years. I have rarely met a more even-tempered and gracious man: a true churchman who, in retirement after years of … more

By GEORGE WEIGEL | 9/23/20

Don’t Ignore God’s Grace and Mercy

Just imagine for a moment...the headlines and news alerts come out announcing medication to heal those with the coronavirus, and a vaccine to keep us safe from ever contracting it. It’s been … more

By Cardinal Timothy M. Dolan | 9/23/20

Justicia y Gratuidad

Uno de los temas teológicos que generan mucha controversia es el referido a la gracia y mérito. El mérito está relacionado con el tema de una justicia de carácter retributiva o distributiva. Por … more

Por PADRE LORENZO ATO | 9/23/20