Letters to the Editor, Week of March 28, 2026

by Courtney Mares VATICAN CITY (OSV News) – Speaking from the loggia of St. Peter’s Basilica on Easter, Pope Leo XIV delivered a passionate appeal for peace, declaring that the power of the risen Christ is “entirely…

Father Joseph is the host of a new half-hour television show, “Faith Explained,” that will air on NET-TV. Part talk show and part educational series, “Faith Explained” will feature Father Gibino speaking to viewers about issues of interest…

From simple smocks to jumpers to plaid skirts, Catholic school uniforms have evolved over the decades, says Sally Dwyer-McNulty, a history professor at Marist University and author of a book on Catholic clothing. The post From Sailor…

In a twist of fate, St. Frances Cabrini narrowly missed being a passenger on the Titanic. Because of a change in plans, she did not board the doomed ship and avoided a tragic fate when the supposedly “unsinkable” ship sank on April 15,…

Pope Leo XIV sent Easter greetings to Catholics in Gaza as they celebrate Easter amid the fear and uncertainty of war, said Father Gabriel Romanelli, pastor of Holy Family Parish. The post Pope Leo XIV Sends Easter Greetings to Catholic…

The Secretariat for Evangelization and Catechesis for the Diocese of Brooklyn has reported that 1,288 people — including 683 catechumens and 605 candidates — will become fully initiated into the faith at Easter Vigils this year throughout…

Faithful from across Brooklyn and Queens gathered at the Cathedral Basilica of St. James for Easter Mass on April 5, leaving many hopeful for the future of the Church. The post Cathedral Basilica of St. James Fills With Hope This Easter…

Chris Campo said he was “humbled” to have his feet washed by Bishop Robert Brennan at the Mass of the Lord’s Supper on Holy Thursday. The post Bishop Robert Brennan Washes Feet of 12 During Mass of the Lord’s Supper in Brooklyn appeared…