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10/21/2025

Sister Patricia Sullivan, OP, Dominican Sister of Hope and beloved math educator, passed away October 15 at 84. Her life of service, teaching, and justice leaves a lasting impact.

https://thegoodnewsroom.org/obituary-sister-patricia-sullivan-op/

Mount Saint Mary College

Sister Patricia entered eternal life on October 18. Her dedication to teaching mathematics spanned decades, including 36 years at Mount Saint Mary College in Newburgh.

10/21/2025

Las Hermanas de la Vida han lanzado La esencia de la vida, una miniserie formativa en línea que invita a redescubrir el valor sagrado de la vida humana a través del acompañamiento compasivo y la escucha profunda.

Lea el artículo completo aquí: https://thegoodnewsroom.org/la-esencia-de-la-vida-una-serie-que-invita-a-acoger-y-proteger-la-dignidad-humana/

Crédito de la foto: Hermanas de la Vida

10/21/2025

In Midtown Manhattan, St. Patrick's Cathedral, the Episcopal Church of St. Thomas, Fifth Avenue Presbyterian Church, and City Relief joined forces to serve New York’s homeless community. Together, they’re offering more than meals; they're offering dignity and hope.

Watch the video: https://thegoodnewsroom.org/new-york-city-faith-communities-unite-to-address-critical-homeless-crisis/

Video Credit: Mary Shovlain/The Good Newsroom

10/21/2025

Watch Timothy Cardinal Dolan's homily from this morning's Mass at St. Patrick's Cathedral here. Cardinal Dolan examines a comparison made to Jesus in today’s readings.

Cardinal Dolan examines a comparison made to Jesus in today’s readings.

10/20/2025

El domingo 19 de octubre de 2025, el papa León XIV proclamó santos el doctor José Gregorio Hernández Cisneros, conocido popularmente como el “médico de los pobres”, y a Carmen Elena Rendiles Martínez, fundadora de la congregación Siervas de Jesús en Venezuela. Este hecho supone un hito para la Iglesia católica de Venezuela, que presenta así a sus primeros santos.

Lea el artículo completo aquí: https://thegoodnewsroom.org/san-jose-gregorio-hernandez-y-santa-carmen-rendiles-los-dos-primeros-santos-de-venezuela/

📷: Foto OSV News/Gaby Oraa, Reuters, Catholic Press Photo

10/20/2025

Sacred Heart Parish on Staten Island joyfully celebrated its 150 year anniversary with a special Mass led by Timothy Cardinal Dolan, drawing a packed crowd and heartfelt tributes. The celebration highlighted the parish’s rich history, recent restorations, and vibrant community spirit.

Read the article: https://thegoodnewsroom.org/staten-islands-church-of-the-sacred-heart-marks-its-150th-anniversary-with-mass-gala/

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10/20/2025

Arthouse2B hosted a Mass for Artists to celebrate the arts through community and fellowship by bringing creatives together for the group’s first New Works Festival. The Mass was also accompanied by music from The Higher Word Orchestra who led a holy hour afterwards. This festival features new performances put together by members of the collective and will continue for a second weekend on October 24 and 25.

Watch the video here: https://thegoodnewsroom.org/mass-for-artists-at-catholic-center-at-nyu-begins-arthouse2bs-new-works-festival/

The Catholic Center at NYU

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10/20/2025

El 19 de octubre cientos de fieles se congregaron en la Catedral de San Patricio para asistir a la solemne Misa en honor al Señor de los Milagros, celebrada por monseñor Joseph Espaillat. Al finalizar la Misa, la celebración continuó con una emotiva procesión por las calles de Nueva York.

Mire el video completo aquí:
https://thegoodnewsroom.org/multitudinaria-misa-y-procesion-en-honor-al-senor-de-los-milagros/

St. Patrick's Cathedral

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10/20/2025

Pope Leo XIV has accepted the resignation of Bishop Edward Scharfenberger of Albany and appointed Bishop Mark O’Connell of Boston as his successor.

Read the article: https://thegoodnewsroom.org/bishop-scharfenberger-of-albany-retires-boston-auxiliary-bishop-oconnell-named-successor/

Photo Credit: OSV News/Gregory L. Tracy, The Pilot

10/20/2025

“May the passion of Christ live in your hearts!” Have you ever heard that prayer from St. Paul of the Cross? He founded the Passionists, who had a great impact on me.

10/20/2025

Watch Timothy Cardinal Dolan's homily from this morning's Mass at St. Patrick's Cathedral here. Cardinal Dolan shares the prayer of St. Paul of the Cross, founder of the Passionists.

Cardinal Dolan shares the prayer of St. Paul of the Cross, founder of the Passionists.

10/18/2025

Today is the feast of St. Luke the Evangelist. Did you know St. Luke was also a physician? It’s a good day to thank almighty God for our health care professionals.