2002

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January 2, 2002
Elementary teachers to get pay hike
"Older" altar servers retiring from ranks
38 Churches, schools have been burglarized
Bishop's cabinet will streamline diocesan administration

January 9, 2002
Friends of the seminary gather to pray for vocations
Telecare telethon seeks support for diocesan TV effort
2002 Bishop's Annual Appeal kick-off
Vincentians offer financial management
Epiphany pageant introduces a clutzy angel named Gloria
Catholic video magazine launched on L.I.
Monthly march for life
"Lord of the Rings" considered as a modern parable
Tradition: Jews do a Christmas good deed

January 16, 2002
Pro-life progress keeps movement's hopes high
Students bring joy, caring to seniors
Pantries still need stocking
Montauk parish volunteers teach English to neighbors
Holy Name Societies name 2001 poster contest winners
St. Mary's, East Islip, creates middle school
Bereavement support groups cover variety of needs

January 23, 2002
State putting squeeze on crisis centers
Rev. Butts rekindles common dreams
Lessons of faith are mixed in with 3R's
Varied activities set for Catholic schools
Key to evangelization lies in sharing faith from person-to-person
Bishop Murphy at the Vatican
Burglaries highlight security needs in parishes, schools
Religious symbols send different signals to different groups

January 30, 2002
Bishop John McGann dies at 77
March for life: protestors bring cause to D.C.
Diocese gathers to pray for solidarity
2002 Appeal includes new challenge from bishop
New documentary on the Pope
Vision, hard work bring water to mission villages

February 6, 2002
Diocese says goodbye to a good shepherd
Bishop Murphy's homily
Bishop's simplicity made him extraordinary
Focus was always on other people
Essential Long Islander knew needs of people
Bishop's work extended beyond Long Island
Veteran photog found helpful, willing subject
St. Agnes mourns one of the family
A priest among priests ...
Little Flower needs homes for emotionally troubled kids
Diocesan youth to join Bishop Murphy for bus pilgrimage to WYD
Dedication energizes chairperson of Bishop's Annual Appeal
Bishop Murphy's statement on Wellness Act
Holy Trinity leads local contingent at Millrose
Report on the Diocesan mission in the Dominican Republic, part 2

February 13, 2002
Bishop urges Catholics to make their presence felt
Sisters living in the joy of their calling
Lenten guidelines
D.A. blasts "harassment " of crisis pregnancy centers
Basketball team enjoys cultural exchange
Art as ministry: painter talks to teens about God in a different way
State's bishops feel "Wellness Act" compromises freedom
Msgr. Beckmann leaves parish for post in cabinet
WTC victims turning to diocesan fund
Complex conflicts spawning new exodus
Chapin named to head building, research depts.
10 parishes have reached their goal
Report on the Diocesan mission in the Dominican Republic, part 3

February 20, 2002
Fact and fiction about the scrolls
Importance of couples stressed by "Encounter" pioneer
Reconciliation: "misunderstood" sacrament gets airing
Volunteers provide the "appeal" for fund-raising effort
Rite of election and call to continuing conversion
Diocesan marriage preparation programs offered
Church's movement into technological world detailed 
Parish talent shows put young people in a good spotlight

February 27, 2002
Delegation brings cross to WTC site
Faith on Film offers fodder for movie enthusiasts
Msgr. James Collins, a priest 62 years, dies at 89
Conference publishes booklet on Church's social teaching
Catholic ecumenists hoping movement will be fruitful
Service helps with discernment process

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March 6, 2002
Teacher has taste for nutrition, wins Dole award
Teen gathering echoes with resounding "Yes, Lord"
Mass offered for Father Warren Parrini in Bohemia
Catholic Conference seeks help on "conscience bill
Retrouvaille offers a lifeline for troubled marriages
Nurses agree on pact
Vermonters on spring break aid L.I. ministry
Diocese offers prayers, support to those suffering with AIDS
Top student musicians band together
St. Patrick isn't only for the Irish
175 CYO teams compete in playoffs

March 13, 2002
Father Penzes, parishioner killed at Mass
Haitians learning to live in suburbs
Parish soup supper brings generations together 
Rabbi Klenicki shares his view on the Jewishness of Jesus
Stewardship training days are a chance to trade ideas
St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Regional School's East Meadow campus to close in June
Principal's door remained open for 32 years
Long Beach principal brings special love to her job

March 20, 2002
Fr. Penzes, Mrs. Tosner remembered at rites
Friends, relatives remember kindness, love of Mrs. Tosner
Parish struggling to continue after losing pastor, parishioner
Military colleagues remember a caring chaplain
Vigil Mass at Our Lady of Peace
Bishop Murphy appoints 3 new pastors
High school students participate in Reconciliation services
Ex-diocesan staffer facing charges
Citing challenges, bishop encourages priestly vocations
Teen group reenacts the Stations of the Cross
Bishop reconsecrates the church
Wellness Act draws fire of Church leaders at forum

March 27, 2002
Administrator is appointed to replace slain priest
To forgive is a tough challenge, but it can "set you free"
Signing ministry brings Church to those with special needs
Father Burghardt offers another vision of Catholic justice

April 3, 2002
Holy Thursday Chrism Mass; Bishop reaffirms calling of priests
Divine Mercy gaining popularity
Fathers Coogan, Brisotti given new assignments
MTV's Matt Smith joins teen lock-in
"Friar Suppliers" teaching young and old true Gospel values
Retreat house threw open its doors in wake of tragedy
Stations of the Cross reenactments

April 10, 2002
St. Hedwig's celebrates 100th
Annunciation, pro-life linked
Advocates and opponents debate voucher proposal
Young orators share pro-life opinions
Parish welcomes young families with stories and prayer
Stop World Hunger group plays tennis to feed people

April 17, 2002
Msgr. Alesandro named pastor of St. Dominic's in Oyster Bay
Other appointments
Family Ministry, PFI combined
Confirmation class makes trip to Ground Zero
New Spanish newspaper makes debut in diocese
Pre-school programs instill knowledge, love of God
Young author to share mission of life
Bhutto calls Sept. 11 events "hijacking" of Muslim religion
Author suggests a need to insert "soul" in to the education forum
Fourteen priests celebrate 60th, 50th and 25th jubilees

April 24, 2002
High Tech skills displayed at Share Fair
Bishop Murphy sets press conference
Third Continental Congress focuses on vocations
"Sublime to ridiculous" all part of successful campus ministry
St. Mary's reaching out with new Outreach location
Prom Boutique fulfills dreams...Princess for a day
Broadcaster tells charismatic meeting: "God is exciting"
Using TV to get the message out
Participants find new reverent focus in celebration of the Latin Mass

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May 1, 2002
Social worker, therapist named to new panel
Special math program adds up to success for students
300 attend "special needs" service
Advocates for disabled funded by new grant
David Haas' many musical gifts to lurgy
Joys, struggles mark Cenacle's 75 years of service
Chaminade students tour Germany
New pastor installed
130 couples celebrate Golden Anniversary

May 8, 2002
Multicultural workshop teaches tolerance, self-awareness
Father DeGrocco named secretary to Bishop Murphy
Father Philip Reehil dies at 81
Homebound parishioners share their strength in prayer
Local Sister chairs national federation of Dominican congregations
Father Murray installed
Students create memorial to special principal
Girl Scouts honored at diocese's 45th convocation
Patricia Lynch named CYO Volunteer of the Year
CYO announces this year's boys' basketball league champions
Parish videos evangelize and build sense of community

May 15, 2002
Little Sisters mark jubilee of serving
Workshop participants told "persistence" is key in obtaining jobs
Haitian community celebrates Flag Day
Kellenberg students add to teacher's marathon effort
St. Patrick's Church helping touring group with disaster recovery
Bishop to ordain 16 deacons Saturday

May 22, 2002
Sixteen ordained to diaconate
Grand jury hearing testimony
Goals surpassed
Respect Life awards presented
Telecare adding 4 new programs
Maryknoll priest’s dream of serving in Russia realized
L.I. Maryknoll jubilarians
Religious of Sacred Heart of Mary celebrate jubilees
Spanish-speaking charismatics gather for Pentecost
Adult Confirmation class involves sowing seed of faith

May 29, 2002
Different roads lead to priests' ordination June 8
Deacon John O'Farrell
Deacon Todd Saccoccia
Deacon Walter Kedjierski
All parishes to offer healing Masses
For Coach Carnesecca, "It's a good feeling when you can help"
A time to remember
State Right to Life Committee plans new strategies
Priest, 95, returns to St. Aidan's to celebrate 70th jubilee

June 5, 2002
New middle school to open in Freeport
TLIC staff win 5 prizes in Catholic Press competition
Diocese institutes special phone line to report abuse
Battles over religious rights continue in NY state legislature
Kellenberg High senior has enjoyed 12 perfect years
Charities seeking help form community in dealing with racial issues
Parish celebration focuses on true love
Blindness is not obstacle in ministry
Long Islander believes Padre Pio interceded for him
Residents form a family at Charities house in Amityville
An "army" in love is focus in Malta
Lourdes: A gathering in faith and love

June 12, 2002
Four priests ordained
St. Christopher's choristers past and present
Diocese discounts reports of lawsuit
"God Squad" hears call to follow Tiger Woods
St. Frances de Chantal Church celebrates 50th anniversary
Bishop Murphy will address Housing Partnership
With help from CMMB, doctor finds hope in HIV-AIDS fight
375 receive basic theology certificates 

June 19, 2002
Hearing aids recycled for the needy 
Bishop Murphy sends clear message on high cost of housing on L.I.
Diocesan pilgrimage set for Sept. 14
Deacon's family will carry on father's legacy of serving
Sister Alice O’Shaughnessy gets honorary doctorate

June 26, 2002
LI pilgrims celebrate the canonization of Padre Pio
St. Pio plays a part in Long Island love story
10 priests retiring, 1 pastor named
Appointments
Diocese joins effort to assist Church in Latin America
Pastoral Formation sends forth 12th class of graduates 
Bishop Murphy offers tips to those attending WYD
Hall of Fame inductee's roles include coach, police officer
Legislature OKs Wellness Act with contraception mandate
Former educator brings passion for people to ministry
St. Anthony celebrating 50th
LICAN pushing initiative to improve public transportation

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July 3, 2002
Social Ministry reaches beyond the primary needs
Social Ministry Awards
Diocese still reaching out to those affected by WTC
St. Edward's celebrates 50th
Stella Maris students at the heart of a new state veterans proposal
Pietrelcina: Long Island "paisanos" make a special side trip
Magnificat participants find deeper hunger being filled

July 10, 2002
Chaplains support and serve wherever they're needed
Mass for Father Thomas P. O'Donnell
Seminary program wins positive review
Two CHS hospitals introduce new technologies
Three new Sisters: recruits join Huntington community
Wisdom students compete in problem-solving odyssey
Catholics and Lutherans seek common understanding
Hospital continues Padre Pio's tradition of offering healing
Diocesan pre-Cana schedule for 2002-2003

July 17, 2002
Faith sharing, pizza help to bring couples back
Father Reynolds dies
St. Rocco remains the focus of a festival filled with tradition
Kindness of volunteers keeps INN fare flowing to neighbors
Vacation Bible School is faith and fun
Great debate: Catholic and Protestant in face-off on Mary

July 24, 2002
Diocesan group "gets down"
Farmingdale student building a tradition
Teacher reflects on journey that led to Religious profession
CHS presents Bishop McGann Caring Awards
Swimmer brings sound experience to new fund -raiser
Spider-Man: Meek hero brings sound moral lessons to the screen

July 31, 2002
L.I. contingent revels in WYD
St. Anne's struggling to serve thousands in dire need
Hope House cleaning up thanks to kids at St. Patrick's
Local Hispanic community celebrates new saints
"Camp Courage" will focus on compassion, healing
Lynbrook group remembers "Father Larry" in special way

August 7, 2002
Bishop shares message about Penance
Sisters bring vocation message to WYD
"Simple pilgrims" enjoyed a totally different venue
WYD inquiring photographer: "What was your reaction to seeing the Pope?"
Nigerian Church official presides at wedding of friends

August 14, 2002
Young iconographers experience craft
Retreat targets a different type of hunger
Diocesan pilgrimage set for Sept. 14
Latin-American missionaries come to share, experience life here
Valley Stream teen experiences life of poor on streets of India
Engaged couple share ministry at World Youth Day
French contingent winds up WYD trip with L.I. visit
Teens share experience of praise, worship at WYD

August 21, 2002
In response to mandate on abuse: Diverse team to handle complaints
Education called key in easing welfare woes
St. Elizabeth continuing to tithe itself to others
Project Liberty facing concerns as anniversary nears
Sisters of Mercy bring hope to poor women, children in Panama

August 28, 2002
Summer is an essay in the making
Summer Session help ease scheduling woes.
A homeless man's death gives life to a new caring ministry
St. Philip Neri's WTC poster among many at Penn Station
Father Halpin, pastor, chaplain, dies at 74
In Panama, Center works toward solution

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September 4, 2002
Area poised to remember 9/11 
Kid, cop bonded in aftermath of 9/11
Brother Ryan Sheehan professes final Marianist vows
Religious studies course offerings for 2002-2003
Panama missions part 3: "In prison and  you visited me..."

September 11, 2002
Clergy, caregivers told to remember themselves
Bishop Murphy announces appointments of 2 pastors
Telecare beginning 2nd year of broadcasting high school sports events
Co-directors of Respect Life Office share varied experience
St. Anthony's marks 75th anniversary
Holy Name of Mary parish celebrates 100th anniversary
Brentwood mission group finds joy prevails in the midst of poverty

September 18, 2002
Diocesan pilgrims look for peace, reconciliation
Diocesan delegation participates in Black Catholic gathering
New director, seminary location boost vocations office
Prescription drug plan winning praise from many
Bishop Murphy reflects: joy, hope, gratitude have filled this first year
Plans to celebrate Eucharist, Church life
Diocese announces McGann Mercy H.S.
Bishop explains concerns about Voice of the Faithful

September 25, 2002
Stewardship staff keep parish groups energized
Co-op brings some justice for workers
Christian-Jewish Studies Center brings people together
CYO coaches, parents talk about sportsmanship and violence
New apartment complex dedicated
Sacred Heart celebrates 50th
Babylon group has warm spot for homeless
Interfaith center pushes companies to act responsibly

October 2, 2002
October is Respect Life Month
Photo changed view on life
Annual prayerful witness planned for this Sunday
Father Lawrence Sheehan, Jesuit served at St. Rose
Mass offered in Florida for Father Raymond Tortora
Too young for the Knights of Columbus? Try the Squires
Late teacher’s legacy ‘surprising’ 
Dominican Sisters, young and old, look to the future
Affordable housing crisis topic of L.I. conference
Taking time to pray while doing time
Golden jubilarians honored
St. George Trek brings faith and Scouting together
More than 170 Scouts and leaders honored

October 9, 2002
Sister Brigid gets state "lifetime achievement award"
Msgr. James McNamara to become pastor in Nesconset
Coach, firefighter being honored for life of service
Nocturnal adoration
Congregations plan gathering to share "secret" of vocations
Italians faced long struggle with hierarchy for recognition
Cardinal featured in documentary

October 16, 2002
Diocese’s Hispanics gather for special celebration
Musicians key in Rock Mass revival
Charities faces "painful" program cuts
Bishop visits Douglaston seminary
"Women Exploring" offers a virtual tour of Religious life
Abortion rates in U.S. decreased 11% between 1994-2000
World Mission Sunday - A history of caring, serving
Diocese planning special celebration
World Mission Sunday is a universal event
Sudan bishop shares life of his people
Through our generosity many are helped
From our missionaries

October 23, 2002
Bishop Murphy's statement on mixed commission to revise sex abuse guides
New pastor utilizes team in settling in
New school in Freeport meeting an unusual challenge
How should you talk to your teen-agers about sex? Honestly.
New group for singles, 30 to 60, mixes socializing with social issues
Religious jubilarians honored
Outreach workers learn is and outs of assistance forms
Shrinking government funding can't keep up with needs
Long Islanders attend canonization of Opus Dei founder
297 diocesan catechetical service awards presented

October 30, 2002
Priests encouraged to serve with caution
Many people are unaware they qualify for food stamps
Msgr. Michael Manzelli dies
Distinctive '60's flavor warms coffee house enthusiasts
Tradition of prayer for healing continuing at Masses
Confirmation at St. Dominic's
Bishop Wcela explains Catholic social justice teaching
Detroit auxiliary blasts war in Iraq, and the School of the Americas
At local youthfest, teens are challenged to change world
Sea Cliff tries various religious ed programs to welcome families

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November 6, 2002
Impact of abortion focus of St. John's symposium
Msgr. Manzelli, expert in Canon Law
St. Anthony's, Chaminade win Catholic league championships
Help the helpers help
Tolerance program strives to defuse prejudice, violence
Service is at the very core of the diaconate
Parishes, Pronto merging to better serve people in need
St. Boniface celebrates 150th.

November 13, 2002
Missionary with a tale to sell;  Wanted: one book publisher
Standing-room-only is norm, not exception for Hispanics
ICS professor offers insight on Catholic teaching on war
St. Gabriel's gives teens space and time to focus on God
Golden jubilarians honored
St. George Trek brings faith and Scouting together
More than 170 Scouts and leaders honored

November 20, 2002
Parish helps mediate Roosevelt crisis
CCHD projects target problems linked to poverty
Make miracles happen
St. Rose of Lima celebrates 50th
Pilot program helps bridge mortgage gap; CHS helping employees to buy homes
Charities workshop helps parishes advance social justice
Golden Weddings observed
Holy Name Society still praising God, helping pastors

November 27, 2002
Night of prayer has local origin
OLPH students, grads add memorial to restoration work
Committee encourages family rosary
Work on diocesan synod to begin in 2003
Saints of Africa: tapestry of piety fills history books
St. Patrick's marks anniversary

December 4, 2002
Four agencies keep bringing Christmas alive
Wyandanch youth learning about giving
The kindest cut of all: teen’s hair will help kids with cancer
Bishop Ronald Connors, 87, well-known here
‘Spread the Word’ Bible Geek is online with Scripture
Father Vlaun mixes good food, rock music in his radio ministry
Good Counsel Home offers peace, hope at a troubled time
L.I. native heading up CRS effort in Sierra Leone

December 11, 2002
Story of Jesus’ birth comes to life
Six deacons ordained
Father Granata named pastor; Father Kohli retiring
They need a little Christmas, right this very minute
Bishop Cardone shares mission stories during visit home
Real-life St. Nick brings a special message of caring 
Ronald Aldrich, CEO of Catholic Health Service, retiring
Revised music committee brings parishes into harmony
Basketball tournament fights breast cancer
Parish of Infant Jesus begins centennial celebration 

December 18, 2002
Christmas message (in English and Spanish)
Families look to make room for a spirit of Christmas
Advent appeal nets quick response, but more is needed
Declining enrollment forcing Riverhead school closing
Bishop Murphy’s statement
Bishop will cooperate in Boston probe
"Kid College" brings university profs into grade school
New Pastor Installed
Annual retreat offers handicapped time to re-energize
Bishop leads march, prayers for victims of violence, poverty
Woodbury parish hoping to help build church in Ethiopia

December 25, 2002
Concert showcases young talent
Christmas food project brings two cultures together
Office for senior priests focuses on encouraging retirees
Giving: not only at Christmas, but all through the year
L.I. doctor helping build clinic in Ghana

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