Obituaries, Week of December 21 2024 - The Tablet
Dec 18, 2024 · Father Daniel S. Murphy, a retired priest of the Diocese of Brooklyn, was born on Oct. 27, 1944, in New York, was ordained to the priesthood on May 30, 1970, and died on Dec. 12.He was 80. Father Murphy served the Diocese of Brooklyn as pastor of St. Saviour (Park Slope), Holy Child Jesus (Richmond Hill), and St. Andrew the Apostle (Bay Ridge).
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Diocesan News Former St. Francis Chancellor’s Legacy of Service, Faith Honored with Chapel Dedication. Frank Macchiarola left an imprint on New York City when he helped steer the near-bankrupt city out of stormy financial waters in the mid-1970s and by serving as the public schools chancellor from 1978 to 1983.Read More
Understanding the Jubilee and Its Roots From the Bible
Oct 30, 2024 · A Holy Year, or jubilee, is a “great religious event” in the Catholic tradition, according to the Vatican. The Holy See describes it as one of “forgiveness of sins and also punishment due to sin … reconciliation between adversaries, of conversion and receiving the Sacrament of Reconciliation, and consequently of solidarity, hope, justice, commitment to serve God with joy and in peace ...
Obituaries, Week of October 12, 2024 - The Tablet
Oct 9, 2024 · Margaret Grace Shepherd returned to the Lord Friday, September 20th, after a long life of faith.. She was born in Brooklyn on January 20th, 1927 to Edward and Bernice Wiggins. In September of 1948, she married the love of her life, John Shepherd, at …
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Nov 20, 2024 · Sister Maureen Skelly, S.C. (Sister Ann Marian), a Sister of Charity-Halifax for 70 years, died at Elizabeth Seton Residence in Wellesley, Massachusetts on Sept. 25 at 89.
Jesus: The Reason For the Season - The Tablet
Dec 4, 2024 · As we pulled out the Thanksgiving leftovers for a weekend meal, we found ourselves preparing to celebrate the first Sunday of Advent. As much of 2024 time seems to be accelerated at a far quicker pace than years past, we need to set aside some time for personal reflection of the reason for the season.
Campaign Kicks Off to Provide a ‘Bright Christmas’ for Children
Nov 27, 2024 · The Tablet’s time-honored tradition of raising money to help those in need and ensuring every child has a gift to open on Christmas morning officially began on Nov. 22 with the launch of the 2024 Bright Christmas campaign.
Beyond the Candy: The Spiritual Roots of All Hallows Eve
Oct 31, 2024 · This holiday’s roots stretch back to the 4th century when Christians sought to solemnly venerate Roman martyrs some 300 years after the resurrection of Christ. In that period, persecution against Christians came in “waves,” said Father Michael Bruno, dean of seminarians and professor of church history at St. Joseph Seminary and College at Dunwoodie, Yonkers.
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4 days ago · For many people, having a sibling who mirrors their every move might seem more frustrating than comforting. However, for two sets of twins in New York City, their shared bond has profoundly strengthened their faith and spiritual lives.