Paula Katinas

As a medic in the German Army during World War II, Willi Graf saw many atrocities, including the Warsaw Ghetto. He summed up his shock in one word. “Terrible!” he wrote in a diary entry in 1941. (Photo: Wikipedia)

BROWSVILLE — Gerald Smith had fallen on hard times in his life and had become homeless, sleeping in city shelters, on the subway, on park benches, and anywhere he could rest his weary head for a night. But now he has an apartment to call his own, thanks to Catholic Charities Brooklyn & Queens (CCBQ).

“Every parent wants their child to have a great education and the best possible chance to succeed,” said Governor Kathy Hochul announcing her decision on Oct. 8. (Photo: Wikmedia Commons)

St. Bernadette students visit a senior citizens home to create friendships and enjoy arts-and-crafts activities with older adults.

Bishop Robert Brennan led hundreds of faithful through the streets on Oct. 17 for a procession to show solidarity with Haitian migrants.

A slain NYPD police officer was remembered as a hero 54 years after his death. A headstone was rededicated at his gravesite.

BAY RIDGE — E ighth – grader Anthony Franki understands that his day sitting i n a class at Bay Ridge Catholic Academy might look much different had he been born in the 18th century, before the advent of stringent child labor laws.

Marie DeFonzo, 98, pours her life experiences into her poetry with her Catholic faith and love for God as recurring themes.

DYKER HEIGHTS — By the time the Shrine Church of St. Bernadette opened its doors on Oct. 19 to offer the faithful the chance to venerate first – class relics of the church’s namesake, the line stretched around the block.

The Diocese of Brooklyn Youth Day draws 1,500 students for a vibrant celebration of faith, community, and youth engagement.