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Synod Listening Sessions Set During Lent

Synod listening sessions have been set in the 12 deaneries of the archdiocese during Lent. All of the deaneries had set their dates as of Tuesday, March 8, and 10 had also announced their … more

3/10/22

Father Espaillat spoke about the chains of sin and how Christ can break those chains.

Bishop Espaillat Initiated Successful Plan to Spread Good News

Auxiliary Bishop Joseph Espaillat has evangelized people with Jesus and the Gospel at archdiocesan parish missions during his time as a leader of the archdiocesan Catholic Charismatic … more

By DAN PIETRAFESA | 3/10/22

Bishop-elect John Bonnici greets a young parishioner at St. Augustine’s Church in Larchmont Feb. 6.

Those Who Know Bishop Bonnici Say He Brings People Together

Deacon Peter Reynolds knew this day would come and was thrilled to be part of it at the ordination Mass for Auxiliary Bishop John Bonnici at St. Patrick’s Cathedral March 1. “I told him over … more

By DAN PIETRAFESA | 3/10/22

ANSWERING THE CALL—Father John Bonnici shows his gratitude as he is congratulated by Cardinal John O’Connor, who ordained him to the priesthood June 22, 1991, at St. Patrick’s Cathedral.

Moral Theology Background Serves Him Well as Life, Family Advocate

Moral theology, Auxiliary Bishop John Bonnici believes, “is a wonderful discipline and study; it really touches people at very personal moments in their lives—from the moment of conception until … more

By CHRISTIE L. CHICOINE | 3/10/22

Yonkers St. Patrick’s Parade Returns March 19

The 65th Yonkers St. Patrick’s Day Parade is scheduled for Saturday, March 19, at 1 p.m., on McLean Avenue in Yonkers. The parade will follow an 11 a.m. Mass in the St. Barnabas High School … more

3/10/22

WELCOME—Cardinal Dolan, presides at a Lenten prayer service and Scripture reflection for separated and divorced Catholics March 5 in the chapel of St. Joseph’s Seminary, Dunwoodie. The gathering was sponsored by the archdiocesan Family Life Office.

Cardinal Dolan Leads Lenten Prayer, Reflection for Separated and Divorced

At a Lenten prayer service, Cardinal Dolan told separated and divorced Catholics that God makes a continuing effort to cleanse, purify and restore His people. Baptism is the first cleansing, he said, … more

By BETH GRIFFIN | 3/9/22

Cathedral Mass Begins St. Patrick’s Day Celebrations

Cardinal Dolan will serve as principal celebrant for the annual St. Patrick’s Day Mass at St. Patrick’s Cathedral Thursday, March 17, at 8:30 a.m. Bishop Robert Brennan of Brooklyn will … more

3/9/22

Ash Wednesday Visit

Cardinal Dolan went to Bedford Hills Correctional Facility on Ash Wednesday, March 2, to visit female inmates and correctional officials and staff. more

3/9/22

PRAYERS FOR HOMELAND—Fervent prayers for war-torn Ukraine were made by worshipers at St. George Ukrainian Catholic Church in Manhattan’s East Village Feb. 27. Cardinal Dolan visited that day to express his solidarity with parishioners, telling them that “you always inspire us because you believe in the power of resurrection.”

Cardinal Dolan Prays at St. George ‘in Solidarity With Our Cherished Ukraine’

With the attack continuing in their native land, and many worried about friends and relatives now under siege in Ukraine, parishioners of St. George Ukrainian Catholic Church in Manhattan’s East Village joined their prayers with those of their bishop and Cardinal Dolan at a Divine Liturgy Sunday. more

By JOHN WOODS | 3/9/22

FAITHFUL STEP—Catechumens sign the Book of the Elect during the March 6 Rite of Election at St. Patrick’s Cathedral. They are preparing to enter the Catholic Church in their parishes at the Easter Vigil, April 16, when they will receive the sacraments of initiation. Full coverage on Page 3.

Cathedral Rite of Election Draws Catechumens From More Than 50 Parishes

The Rite of Election at St. Patrick’s Cathedral March 6 drew more than 220 catechumens who were thanked by Cardinal Dolan “for the inspiration you give me.” The cardinal served as principal … more

By ARMANDO MACHADO | 3/9/22

Rite of Election Returns to Cathedral on First Sunday of Lent

The annual Rite of Election is returning to St. Patrick’s Cathedral after a one-year absence amid the coronavirus pandemic. more

By CHRISTIE L. CHICOINE | 2/18/22

Msgr. John P. Meier, an alumnus and former chairman of the Scripture department at St. Joseph’s Seminary, Dunwoodie, returns to deliver a lecture on “The Historical Jesus: An Overview” Feb. 3 in celebration of the seminary’s 125th anniversary.

Scripture Scholar Explores Historical Jesus in Seminary Anniversary Lecture

Msgr. John P. Meier, noted scripture scholar and a priest of the Archdiocese of New York, returned to St. Joseph’s Seminary Feb. 3 to deliver a lecture on “The Historical Jesus: An Overview” in celebration of the 125th anniversary of his alma mater. more

BY BETH GRIFFIN | 2/4/22

Honored guests line up in the receiving line for the 76th annual Alfred E. Smith Memorial Foundation Dinner Oct. 21 at the Javits Center in Manhattan. From left, Frank Bennack, Jr., Cardinal Dolan, Condoleezza Rice and journalist Maria Bartiromo, mistress of ceremonies.

Al Smith Dinner, Back in Person, Marks Milestone in Style

Condoleezza Rice, former U.S. Secretary of State, said the celebration of the 76th annual Alfred E. Smith Memorial Foundation Dinner was “a testament to the resilience of Americans, particularly New Yorkers, in the face of the Covid-19 pandemic.” more

By CHRISTIE L. CHICOINE | 10/29/21

Pilgrimage of NYC 2013 [Photo gallery]

PILGRIMS OF NEW YORK—Catholics carried crosses and prayed the Rosary, proudly showing their faith from one end of Manhattan to the other during the fourth annual Pilgrimage of New York March 23. more

Matt Schiller | 4/17/13

Mary DeTurris Poust Book Signing [Photo gallery]

Mary DeTurris Poust, a Catholic New York columnist, author, blogger and TV host, signs copies of her two latest books, “Cravings” and “Everyday Divine: A Catholic Guide to Active … more

Matt Schiller | 3/6/13