2006

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January 4, 2006
Diocesan relief effort netted $3.6M in 2005
Josephites have left mark on diocese
‘What new leaf do you plan to turn over this New Year that would be pleasing to God?’
Kwanzaa celebration
Founder, director of choir to coordinate ministry
Christopher credit union reflects Catholic values
Maria Regina Residence offers special care for elderly Religious
Teaching was main charism of congregation
33rd March for Life scheduled for Jan. 23 in Washington, D.C.
‘Family tier’ an inadequate solution to cable TV indecency (CNS)
Influential Jesuit: bad driving is a sin, should be confessed (CNS)
Vatican tells Neocatechumenal Way to change some Mass practices (CNS)

January 11, 2006
Tomorrow’s Hope: Foundation’s board members lead efforts to support Catholic schools
Raising funds and hope for future of schools
Bishop meets with Pope
Pro-life prayers pave the way for the march
Christophers sponsor poster contest
Telecare’s 15th annual telethon this weekend will sport a new look
Florida Supreme Court overturns statewide education voucher program (CNS)
New Zealand study shows mental health dangers after abortion (CNS)
Canadian high court rulings replace community standards for indecency (CNS)
Vatican reports 26 missionaries were murdered in 2005 (CNS)
PBS’ offering of ‘Bleak House’ has ability to renew an old genre (CNS)
Seminary spiritual director finds new rewards, challenges
A zeal for mission
Advertisements, ringtones, programs helping attract vocations (CNS)
Sister Chris Koellhoffer joins NCNWR board
No place like home: Papal apartment gets extreme makeover (CNS)
Four former archdiocesan staffers indicted in NYC fraud probe (CNS)

January 18, 2006
A special visitor: Bishop Murphy visits Our Lady of Mercy High School
Msgr. McDonald named rector of seminary
New CYO plan aims to refocus sports programs on ‘the kids’
Telecare enthusiasts hear the call
Molloy College leadership institute will examine problems
Religious educators tap variety of styles
Holy Name Societies honor winners in annual poster contest
Orlando bishop says U.S. ‘is at a crossroads in Iraq’ (CNS)
Altagracia celebration set for Saturday
Canadian bishops call for end of refugee agreement with U.S. (CNS)
Cardinal asks Senate to reject House immigration bill (CNS)
Priest seeks to help parishes develop ‘best practices’ (CNS)
Music common denominator for homeless people recruited for choir (CNS)
New York law making religious employers cover contraceptives upheld (CNS)
Marymount College to close in 2007 (CNS)
U.S. Ukrainian bishop retires; Canadian-born successor named (CNS)
Pope ad-libs, tosses texts to communicate, engage crowds (CNS)

January 25, 2006
Rally speakers praise pro-life efforts (CNS)
Prince of Peace School expands with new grade levels and programs
Schools opening doors in bid to share good things they offer
Altagracia celebration
St. Thomas School utilizing latest technology to improve curriculum
Catholic best sellers
Faith presentations reflect quality of message, says Vatican official (CNS)
The doctors are in: SS. Cyril and Methodius kids paired with Stony Brook med students
Four generations sharing Catholic school tradition
Indoor playground

February 1, 2006
Pope calls for deeper understanding of love (CNS)
Diocesan Office of Faith Formation created
For many priests retirement adds new meaning to service
Catholic Ministries Appeal begins annual campaign
Italian artist shares his relationship with Padre Pio in his artwork
Diocesan seminarians gain new insight during Holy Land pilgrimage
Helping seniors decipher Medicare Part D
Polish ancestry recalled
Bishop Skylstad calls encyclical ‘profound’ (CNS)
Vatican officials say Catholic aid is not just a response to material need (CNS)
Palestinian Christians take ‘wait and see’ approach to Hamas win (CNS)
Pope says marriage tribunals must act quickly, follow Church law (CNS)
‘On Eagle’s Wings’ tops all songs in online liturgical music survey (CNS)
Homelessness tarnishes effort to shine up Detroit for Super Bowl (CNS)
Poll shows Americans see poverty increasing, worry they may become poor themselves (CNS)

February 8, 2006
Young adults gather for Candlemas
Formation plan to bring all offices together
Catholic schools news
L.I. contingent to rally in support of proposed tax credit
Pope says religious orders give Church, world models for charity (CNS)
Holy Name of Jesus parish helps the masses understand the Mass
CYO developing student-athlete council to help keep focus on ‘kids’
PRONTO dedicates Bay Shore facility
Catholic Ministries Appeal: Catholic education a priority
Death-row inmate joins Church before execution (CNS)
Bishops ask for mercy; court stays execution (CNS)
Halt urged to FDA approval of RU-486 (CNS)
Loss, grieving is a universal experience (CNS)
Hospice helps patients, families find peace when death nears (CNS)
Catholic Charities head criticizes budget as ‘morally objectionable’ (CNS)
Pope authorizes indulgences for caring for sick, mentally ill (CNS)
Letter of intent: St. Anthony's H.S. football player gets scholarship

February 15, 2006
‘That Teen Show’ bringing diocesan teens to Telecare
Catholic Ministries Appeal: Catholic High School
Variety of programs brings area Catholic college students together
Manorville parish celebrates the past; looks toward the future
Olympic edition of Gospel being distributed (CNS)
Top CCHD award goes to head of New Orleans’ Cafe Reconcile (CNS)
World Day of the Sick Mass
Anointing offers hope, consolation for all
Prayer remains at the heart of the sacrament
Bishop blesses Child Life Playroom
Free food program
Free consultations offered on Medicare Part D drug plans
Staff members at Catholic care center believe no one should die alone (CNS)
Manhasset parish reaches out to victims of Katrina

February 22, 2006
Filipinos remain hopeful as search continues (CNS)
Catholic practices during Lent
Archbishop Gregory to visit Diocese of Rockville Centre
Area education tax credit supporters join Albany rally
Church making real effort to reach out to divorced and separated
Catholic Ministries Appeal off to fast start
Retrouvaille helps troubled couples to keep their marriages together
Peer ministry couple shares how program saved them
California leaders look to lessons from Oregon on assisted suicide (CNS)
Strong faith in God, duct-taped Bible help Olympic speedskater (CNS)
Catholic presence felt daily at World Council of Churches assembly in Brazil (CNS)
‘Freedomland’ a grim effort that falls short (CNS)
Inequities in health care pose a challenge (CNS)
Clinic offers more than just care (CNS)
Church teachings call for response to worldwide disparity in care (CNS)
Vatican official says Pope will fix liturgical abuses firmly, gently

March 1, 2006
Msgr. Coffey marks 75th jubilee
Archbishop Gregory helps mark 25th anniversary of diocesan ministry
Seminarian walks off with medal
World Wide Marriage Day 2006
Catholic Charities — serving the needy
L.I. residents sharing their devotion to Indian shrine
United in Heart and Mind: A Pastoral Letter by Bishop William Murphy
Three books for Lent (CNS)
Catholics, Orthodox will find path to unity, Pope says (CNS)

March 8, 2006
Catechumens called to join the elect
Diocese working to reach out to young adults
Bishop Murphy meets young adults at regular Faith on Tap session
A question about our diocese
‘Journey’ helps young adults to choose right paths
Second catechesis session set for March 24-25
H.S. students use break to help rebuild
Office of Faith Formation
College women’s retreat
Expert on ‘theology of the body’ to speak at seminar
Diocesan appointments
Pax Christi to honor L.I. couple for tsunami relief effort
Roe v. Wade: The decision we think we all know (CNS)
Ghanaian is living proof CRS’ Operation Rice Bowl is effective (CNS)
Rome to mark anniversary of Pope’s death  (CNS)
Couples learn a lot from a marriage inventory (CNS)
Marriage preparation program schedule for 2006
Presentation Sisters work to get residents home (CNS)
Two coordinators named for New Evangelization
Church leaders protest, seek calm after attack on Nazareth basilica (CNS)
Diocese making financial info available online

March 15, 2006
275 hear the call
Clear the calendar: For Pope, everything stops for retreat (CNS)
Teens experience reality at hunger banquet benefit
Seder experience brings new understanding of Passover
Regina Residence affirms life
Hearing about the spirituality of silence
Archbishop blesses dogs leading 58-year-old rookie on Iditarod race (CNS)
St. Patrick’s begins 150th celebration
‘A Year with John Paul II’
Hard work brings special honors to young diocesan musicians
Diocese begins accepting requests for tuition assistance
Catholic Charities in Boston Archdiocese to end adoption services (CNS)
Conscience must concur with Church’s moral teaching, politicians told (CNS)
Aid agencies say 3.5 million Kenyans face starvation (CNS)
Archbishop of Dublin says consumer concerns can have effect on globalization (CNS)

March 22, 2006
Annual Denzer Lecture at seminary: Scripture scholar says challenges repeated
Mercy dedication
Tax credits top list of concerns at Albany policy forum
Extreme Makeover: Faith Edition
Religious vocation included some most unusual twists
Friends, parishioners join for celebration of St. Pat’s 150th anniversary
Lenten journey
Vatican official says approach to media must include praise (CNS)
Interfaith forum discusses hope for end to war in Iraq
Compendium of catechism goes on sale in paperback (CNS)
Truth about human dignity will prevail (CNS)
Catholic group, UNICEF aid children, mothers with HIV (CNS)
Diocese working with other faith groups to protect young people
Vocare Award

March 29, 2006
Lenten pilgrimage
Pope creates cardinals, prays for their love for Church (CNS)
Catechesis works to blend teaching with today’s culture
Soup Supper with a twist
84 couples honored at Golden Wedding celebration
Rabbi and priest share views on afterlife, Holocaust, forgiveness
Workshop brings psychology and spirituality together in forgiveness
Our deacons -- a call to serve
Afghan Christian jailed over conversion released from prison (CNS)
Appointment announced
Jazz pianist, composer Dave Brubeck to receive Laetare Medal (CNS)
Pipe organs speak of tradition at L.I. parishes
Tuning business grows into a musical legacy
Organs of note ...

April 5, 2006
Late Pope remembered in song, prayer (CNS)
Teens share, use creativity to express pro-life views
Day of Reconciliation
Theologian shares late Pope’s message on sexuality
Hall of Fame inductee
Feminists for Life bring a strong pro-life message to Molloy College
Sisters visit St. Anthony to promote vocations and explain their role
Every parish benefits from Appeal
‘Come and see’ opens doors wide
Men let cameras in on their vocation discernment for cable TV series (CNS)
Chorale to perform for TV Mass
Current diocesan sex abuse audits not enough, says review board head (CNS)
Senior Health: Now that you’re retired, you have time to travel by train (CNS)
Senior Health: Making new friends can enrich your golden years (CNS)
Senior Health: Some tips for caregivers of persons with dementia (CNS)
Senior Health: Important considerations when a husband and wife both retire (CNS)
Financial info available online

April 12, 2006
Easter 2006: A Letter from Bishop William Murphy
Palm Sunday Mass
Scholars say ‘Gospel of Judas’ won’t alter our traditions
Appeal surges ahead
Tax credit issue before legislators
Diocese to honor 7 who have helped Catholic schools
Msgr. Guarino completes assignment in Rome, receives special papal honor
Pope formally welcomes new Coptic Catholic patriarch (CNS)
A year after election, world sees new style of papacy (CNS)
Private meetings, public appearances: A look at Pope’s first year (CNS)
Send-off of pilgrim cross opens countdown to WYD 2008 (CNS)
Last fresco fragments restored in Assisi basilica (CNS)
New ecumenical group founded (CNS)
New papal nuncio to U.S. impressed by vitality of U.S. Catholics (CNS)
At Catholic prayer breakfast, bishop urges battling moral relativism (CNS)
Church officials urge U.S. aid for critical human needs abroad (CNS)
USCCB head urges effort for marriage amendment (CNS)
Giant pyramid found under hill Mexican Catholics use on Good Friday (CNS)

April 19, 2006
Holy Week & Easter
Walking in ‘their’ shoes: West Islip Catholic students rally in support of immigrants
Manorhaven parish twinning with Catholics in Fallujah
St. John’s hoopster posts 2,000 career points
Plight of poor on L.I. is focal point of Holy Week service
Road trip: Sister Pat shoots America the beautiful
Catholic Ministries Appeal: Respect Life Ministry
Cardinal asks people to ignore boycott (CNS)
Way of the Cross: Simple service at Colosseum has global reach (CNS)
Pope: God’s infinite love purifies (CNS)
‘Destination Hope’: new complex for anti-gang program (CNS)
Catholic Charities says Web site falsely claims connection to agency (CNS)

April 26, 2006
Dedication ceremonies, St. William the Abbot, Seaford
Principal’s running to benefit school
Full house: elderly live like family at Harvest House
Diocese plans activities to mark Child Abuse Prevention Month
Help in a time of crisis
Twenty-five years of priesthood evolved from long discernment
Does Hollywood get religion right? Critics’ reactions vary (CNS)
Opus Dei called ‘complete opposite’ of ‘The Da Vinci Code’ portrayal (CNS)
Opus Dei forms new institute, issues video on members (CNS)
Catholic educators focus on keeping students safe on the Internet (CNS)
Educators recommit to teaching ministry (CNS)
St. Peter’s: 500 as masterpiece of art, faith (CNS)
Acolytes, readers installed
Recalling Fatima at the Immaculate Heart of Mary Shrine

May 3, 2006
Immigration rallies draw thousands (CNS)
Golden jubilarians honored during Mass in Sayville
Taxing experience: Catholic lobbying efforts pay off
John Michael Talbot to perform at Chaminade
One goal of Congress is to renew fervor for Eucharist
Committing one’s life to Christ and others
Church group supports chastity for homosexuals
Interfaith leaders link arms, ideas to foster world peace (CNS)
Holy Trinity trainer initiates effort to help storm victims in her hometown
Vatican officials suggests Catholics boycott film (CNS)
Priest helped Father Murray to nurture his own calling

May 10, 2006
Youth important part of Eucharistic Congress
Annual festival of choirs
Grandparents’ love, prayers helped form Father Seagriff’s vocation
New DVD offers insight into celebration of Eucharist
Water Walk helps students to appreciate plight of poor
A helping hand — Catholic Charities
Girl Scouts honored at convocation
Youth ministry raises a ton of money
Running principal raised $26,000 for school projects
Chinese priest who studied in U.S. ordained bishop with papal OK (CNS)
Pope completes first lap on roller coaster of China-Vatican relations (CNS)

May 17, 2006
Adoration offers a spiritual break
Army pen pal surprises St. Patrick students
Eucharistic Congress offers chance to learn more about Eucharist
‘Why are you here?’ - Inquiring photographer
Sr. Mary Alice Piil named director of Faith Formation
Three men to be ordained to diaconate Saturday
Diaconate jubilarians honored
Appeal surpasses $9.3 million mark
Domino founder’s plan for town near Catholic university sparks debate (CNS)
Vatican weighs in on U.S. reaction toward Iranian, Palestinian issues (CNS)
Telecare will air ‘Jesus Decoded’ a rebuttal to the Da Vinci Code (CNS)
Brooklyn native felt like pioneer when he was sent east
Boyhood memories helped Father Mason forge vocation to priesthood
Jubilarians honored
Cardinal McCarrick, Bishop Imesch resign; successors named (CNS)
House of Lords blocks assisted-suicide bill opposed by Church leaders (CNS)

May 24, 2006
An extraordinary benefit helps many
Bishop Wcela topping off 50 years of priestly service
Volunteers bring most special gift to faithful
Father John Derasmo grew up wanting to be a priest
Father O’Leary: the goodness of the people make the priest
24 awarded masters at ICS convocation
Serving our seniors – a priceless resource
TLIC honors next generation of journalists
Church’s prominent face in campaign a reflection of 40 years ago (CNS)
Vatican says Legionaries’ founder cannot exercise ministry publicly (CNS)
Bishop ordains three to diaconate
Neophyte Mass
St. Catherine of Siena honors five at PRIDE Award dinner
Ronald Weingartner named senior VP at St. Catherine of Siena Medical Center
Cecilia Hill named new director of infection control
Catholic Boy Scout honored for saving baby brother’s life

May 31, 2006
Exposition, adoration planned throughout the diocese
Shrine will host diocesan event
Pope calls for solid faith, reconciliation during visit  (CNS)
TLIC staff members, diocesan communications specialists honored
Relieving suffering in the Dominican Republic
Altar servers share unique opportunity, spirituality
‘Why do you want to be an extraordinary minister?’
Access to Freeport’s Adoration Chapel has been curtailed
Festivities planned for Eucharistic Congress
Rob Surette, world’s fastest portrait painter
Popular Catholic speaker coming to L.I.
Bishop Wcela marks 50th anniversary
Bishop Murphy names new pastors, administrator

June 7, 2006
Eucharistic Congress: Rain fails to dampen spirit of pilgrims
Cardinal sees Eucharist as source of power, light
Telecare pulled out all the stops to provide live coverage at shrine
We are the universal Church: What do you believe your culture brings to the Catholic family?
Collection will benefit mission chapel project
Young Catholics to gather June 10 in Hicksville
Bishop Murphy to ordain pair to priesthood Saturday
Longtime TLIC editor leaving paper
Lightening the burden of the deaf and disabled
Franciscan teachers helped mold author, theologian’s vocation
Father Babinski says early relationships helped draw him to priesthood
At 102, she gets honorary H.S. diploma (CNS)
At the movies ... New version of 1976 film adds to tainted view of Church (CNS)
Pope chooses three Brooklyn monsignors to serve as auxiliaries
Cardinal says marriage amendment a chance not to be squandered (CNS)
Priest says Scottish fans may sin if they don’t support England (CNS)
Pope says youth need to understand teaching on ‘love’ (CNS)
Reorganization of bishops’ conference seen as trimming a bureaucracy (CNS)
Cause opened for Marine chaplain who died in Vietnam (CNS)
Vatican review of English-language Mass translations moving along (CNS)

June 14, 2006
Young people bring energy to Congress
Are you proud to be Catholic?
Cardinal Egan to preside at closing of Congress
Two priests ordained for diocese
Seaford native comes home for final profession
Outreach at a time of need
Peter’s Pence collection
Stem cell presentation set for St. Agnes June 19d
Father Drab recalls words of Sister Clarissa that gave hint of vocation
Brother Shane meets Pope
A&E’s vocation miniseries taps into discernment factors (CNS)
Kidman’s wedding called a spiritual homecoming (CNS)
Pope reportedly following World Cup action (CNS)
St. Anthony team in ‘Challenge’ showdown

June 21, 2006
Cardinal Egan keeps focus on Eucharist at closing of Eucharistic Congress
The stars come out ... for Parkinson's research
‘What do I choose to do about it?’ Msgr. Hartman uses birthday to help fund research
Diocesan group attends Encuentro (CNS)
Father Pereda credits his parents with helping solidify his vocation
CYO scholarships available
Bishops OK new Order of Mass with U.S. adaptations (CNS)
Oasis of faith for 50,000 college students

June 28, 2006
120 participants of PFI are ready to serve
2006 PFI graduates
Ecumenical dream alive, flowering
Grateful first graduates thank De La Salle for support
Appeal surges past $10 million mark
A plan to study theology in U.S. evolved into long-term hospital ministry
Hofstra fills Msgr. Hartman chair for Catholic Studies
Pope’s pallium different from ones he’ll give archbishops
Africans asked to prepare for synod by discussing faith
Irish archbishop ordains 10 Paulist priests in Nigeria

July 5, 2006
Diocese wired into new ways for adults to learn
Special jubilee celebration for Bishop Wcela
Chaplain shares lessons of faith traditions
Telecare game show will debut in fall
Prayer group offers retreat via Internet
Parish social ministry -- a vital source in a time of crisis
Msgr. Caldwell finds renewed happiness in return to pastoral work
New and returning staff form nucleus for new direction
Surfing-savvy priest uses net skills to help refurbish his church (CNS)
Loaded Volvo SUV added to papal fleet (CNS)
A bridal couple’s checklist for a Church wedding
What happens after an engaged couple calls the church? (CNS)
Ecumenical couples face special faith challenges (CNS)
Education summit looks at closings, future (CNS)
Teacher’s family offering grants for Catholic school teachers
Police in India detain nuns, accuse them of prosletysing (CNS)
Catholic ranks in California are booming (CNS)
Best-selling Catholic books

July 12, 2006
Korean-American Cursillistas meet
One new pastor appointed, four veteran priests retiring from diocese
Diocesan Appointments
22,000 play vital role: Extraordinary ministers bring Christ to homes, facilities
Retired Franciscan missionary looks back on 60 years of priesthood
Deacon Connolly new director for diaconate formation
Some 200 people welcome Pope as he arrives for vacation (CNS)
Bishop Broderick dies; he was ex-head of CRS, former bishop of Albany (CNS)
Theology on Tap brings the Church to young adults (CNS)
News from our schools ...
Children helping children

July 19, 2006
Varied faith topics aired on Sister Pat’s ‘porch’
Diocesan parishes trying to be more welcoming
Our diversity creates unusual problems
Koreans working to retain culture, tradition
An attorney for those in need: 175 lawyers assist in 66 parishes
After 25 years, dental missionaries still making a difference
L.I. Catholics cooking up some good will
Word of the week ... catechesis
A special thank you to Sr. Mary Alice Piil
Walking pilgrimage will bring young and old to Doylestown shrine
Book review: New offering shows saints as advocates, models, comfort (CNS)
Burundian preaches forgiveness despite being targeted by Hutus (CNS)
Vatican asked to give more attention to North Korea (CNS)
Church leaders pray for Mideast peace, dialogue (CNS)

July 26, 2006
At 99, her presence warms hearts of others
Family, friends, colleagues pay respects to beloved priest, Msgr. William Costello
Diocese scrambling to recruit, train priests to serve Hispanics
Gospels inspire art
Catholic Ministries Appeal
Vatican announces World Peace Day theme with focus on human dignity (CNS)
Father Bruno heard call to priesthood growing up on Peconic farm
Charities helping seniors navigate rivers of bureaucratic paperwork
Vatican reviewing proposals for wording in Mass (CNS)
All children are owed health care, says CHA president (CNS)
Nashville Catholic hospital aids uninsured with low-cost drug program (CNS)
St. Catherine’s nurses raise $6,000 for Angela’s House
Kellenberg H.S. honored for blood drive participation
Officials say new ‘green’ hospital is healthy for patients (CNS)

August 2, 2006
Diocese plans pilgrimage to shrine Sept. 23
New mosaic dome to be unveiled (CNS)
New evangelization brings our Baptism into full focus
Putting ‘fun’ into fund raising
Parish phone service helps to keep homebound connected spiritually
Ministering to Catholics of African heritage
Father Connolly’s priesthood was fueled by awareness of social justice
Summer tradition: St. Rocco procession
Volunteers still needed to repair Gulf homes (CNS)
Diocesan foundation to award $1 million in aid to needy Catholic school students
Plan B action draws criticism (CNS)

August 9, 2006
Building friendships based on faith
St. Boniface teens take on challenge of organizing ministry
Archbishop Montalvo dies, former nuncio to U.S. (CNS)
Diocese answers challenge of ministering to Hispanics: 40% of U.S. Catholics -- 400,000 on Long Island
CRS helping displaced in Lebanon
Customer service: Vatican operators staff switchboard 24/7 (CNS)
Robert Malusa to make vows as Salesian Brother
Comics for Kingdom cleaning up comedy
Dominican Sisters gather to plan future, reflect on a rich past
Knights adopt resolutions on marriage, life, schools and other issues (CNS)
CDA gathering gives backing to varied issues (CNS)
Nuns care for leprosy patients on Chinese island (CNS)
Catholics working for social justice keep the faith in Washington (CNS)
Cardinal George is hospitalized again (CNS)
Getting to know the Bible and its influence on history, culture
Many young adults saddled with debt right out of the gate (CNS)
Still time to enroll your child in Catholic school
Rogan twins receive scholarships
How can young adults find their life’s work? (CNS)
The out-of-school, into-the-workplace wardrobe (CNS)
Young adults volunteer and see the world (CNS)

August 16, 2006
Happy 85th, Bishop Daly
Seniors instruct CYO baseball players
Volunteers sprucing up new Mommas House
Long Islander celebrates 50 years of caring as a Medical Mission Sister
Pope discusses Middle East, morality in wide-ranging interview (CNS)
Popes have moved by foot, train, plane and car (CNS)
Giving new life to used health-care equipment
Cardinal Arinze says faith in Christ ‘must be central’ (CNS)
Father Twomey edits latest book on theologian Henri Nouwen
A crisis – where to turn?: Parish and diocesan resources deliver hope and practical aid
Maryknoll again sponsoring student essay contest

August 23, 2006
Centennial Garden dedication
Knights working with Charities in effort to naturalize legal immigrants
Sisters of St. Joseph install new leadership
Pope John Paul I’s cause to be at Vatican by year’s end (CNS)
PFI is offering special catechetical course
Ministering to the multitude: Aiding the needy and passing on the faith — a huge undertaking
A year after hurricanes, Southern dioceses still trying to recover (CNS)
‘Curious George’ to debut on PBS Sept. 4 (CNS)
After one year Katrina, victims still trying to rebuild their lives (CNS)
Pope seeks release of kidnapped priest (CNS)

August 30, 2006
Divine Intervention ... coming to Telecare: New Catholic trivia game show will kick off fall season
Back to school
Brooklyn Catholics applaud ordination of three new auxiliary bishops (CNS)
Bountiful harvest helps West Babylon parish meet growing needs
Strengthening commitment to elementary schools: 22,000 students attend 58 elementary schools
Many parishes using Internet to share information
Catholic colleges top lists in regional rankings of top schools in the U.S. (CNS)
Sister Mary Luke Tobin dies; played role at Vatican Council (CNS)
Nuncio says church is fighting terrorism by examining its root causes (CNS)
China releases bishop jailed for 10 years (CNS)
PBS special again looks at faith and doubt after 9/11 (CNS)
Labor Day statement emphasizes challenges, rights of immigrants
Importance of women and girls in AIDS prevention noted (CNS)
Health crisis developing in New Orleans after Katrina (CNS)
Trip to Philippines changed lives (CNS)

September 6, 2006
Crunch time: kids get school uniforms for school
Diocesan reserves explained
Sept. 11 memorial Mass
Diocese finalizing plans for D.C. pilgrimage
Ministries Appeal passes $10.4 million mark
Diocesan discount for online courses
Not just for those in Baltimore, new catechism is for all of U.S. (CNS)
New beginnings: Italian cardinal to take over as secretary of state (CNS)
Intentions, petitions brought before Blessed Sacrament
Bishop asks diocesan pastors to continue spirit that filled Eucharistic Congress
Susan B. Anthony birthplace purchased by pro-life feminist (CNS)
Not your parents’ dress code: Tattoos, nose rings now among concerns (CNS)
Security challenge: Protecting workers who aid those in need (CNS)
Aid workers say situation in Darfur still not yet resolved (CNS)

September 13, 2006
9/11 – ‘The lives of all of us were changed’
His priesthood, campus role inspired by St. John Bosco
The votes are in: Teens’ ‘Church Idol’ a success at Manorville parish
Feast of San Gennaro
Soup kitchen gives patrons special picnic
Bringing the compassion of Jesus to patients and their families: Chaplains serve 27 hospitals, and many nursing homes
Father Logan to return to ministry
Retiring secretary of state’s book illustrates Vatican’s world role (CNS)
Christophers bring back bestseller
For Catholic NFL players, faith is more than a pre-game prayer (CNS)

September 20, 2006
Pope’s reference to Islam brings reaction, apology (CNS)
Boy Scouts honored at 49th convocation
150th celebration is frosting on cake for Academy of St. Joseph
Coughlin named director of H.R. for diocese
Our youth – a faith-filled passage to the future: 120,000 benefit from Youth Ministry
Teacher’s dream job finally comes true
‘Strengthfinders’ helps parishes unearth hidden talents
Father Francis Peluso, served in Roosevelt
Duquesne turns to prayer after shooting (CNS)
Molloy College celebrates 50 years of Dominican values

September 27, 2006
Pilgrims share special day - diocesan pilgrimage to Washington, D.C.
Telecare rolling out a new fall schedule this weekend
Merrick parish will host visit of relic of its namesake St. John Vianney
Learning to live our faith: Catholic High Schools
Music and faith are the mortar that holds together Dana Scallon’s life
Principal, priest to face sharks in bid to save diocesan schools
Pursuit of counseling skills led Father Devaraj to minister in diocese
Parishes using e-mail to help provide variety of information
Respect Life Sunday 2006
Well-known author has influenced many Catholics through his work
Kindergartners called heroes for reporting house fire (CNS)
Archbishop, ordinands excommunicated (VIS)
Bishop call death penalty ‘revenge’ (CNS)
St. Catherine of Siena named Bariatric Surgery Center of Excellence
St. Francis nurses receive national honor

October 4, 2006
Mass of Thanksgiving at the Seminary of the Immaculate Conception
Convocation planned on Oct. 14
Msgr. Maniscalco will direct Respect Life Office
Priest, principal go deep in challenge to raise cash for diocesan schools
Holy Family pastor installed
Fagan brothers will be honored at annual seminary musical Oct. 22
Faith study — easy access stressed: Courses at your doorstep or even your fingertips
Monthly event offers young Catholics time for prayer and friendship
Cardinal O’Malley’s blog makes a splash in Boston, cyberspace (CNS)
Former Mattituck resident answers call
Progress on TV-related ills can be made, with or without government
Burying the abandoned
When a loved one dies: What will I do with all this stuff?

October 11, 2006
Relic draws thousands to Merrick church
Religious jubilarians honored at special celebration
Appeal continues: $10.6 million mark passed
Tech day at Adventureland
New pastor installed
Young actresses share story of St. Therese
Seminary hosts meeting with Sikh leaders
Anniversary celebration
Students get history lesson without leaving classroom
Annual Red Mass
Bike/walk-a-thon Oct. 21 will help Catholic schools
Catholics unite in prayer for Amish neighbors (CNS)
Pope views movie about Pope John Paul I (CNS)
World Mission Sunday - Sunday, October 22
Adopt-a-Grandparent program forges generational friendships
Vatican’s U.N. nuncio: World ‘sleepwalking’ toward nuclear terrorism (CNS)
Pope schedules 2008 Synod of Bishops on Bible in life of church (CNS)
Visitors now can see Vatican City necropolis, tombs unearthed in 2003 (CNS)
St. Anthony’s dedicates new field

October 18, 2006
Operation Andrew
Moderate Muslims called key at lecture
Bioethicist warns about technology running loose
Bishop praises efforts of departing directors
Convocation gives participants ‘a taste’ of formation programs
St. Pius X rededicated
Stop World Hunger raises awareness
Cardinal calls love stronger than injustice and violence (CNS)
Alone on life’s journey … new hope: For single, divorced or widowed — diocesan activities abound
‘Catholic Guy’ awaiting debut as radio host on new Catholic Channel (CNS)
Padre Pio group invites young adults to monthly prayer, performances
‘Catholic Underground’ surfaces on Long Island for young adults
‘Fuzzie’ offers friendly safety tips

October 25, 2006
Three new pastors installed
Bullies, violence: Heavy topic -- light approach
‘Weather Bug’ buzzing at St. Raymond’s School
Family, friendship among values school continues to stress
Mission effort by youngsters recognized
Vatican says controversy shows importance of dialogue with Muslims (CNS)
State court upholds drug mandate that runs contrary to church teaching (CNS)
Catholic best sellers list for November
Parish begins yearlong celebration
Catholic Conference compiles guide for upcoming election
When building St. Peter’s, great minds did not always think alike (CNS)

November 1, 2006
Official appointments
RVC co-hosts National Deaf Cursillo
Seeking high school and college artists
Extraordinary ministers barred from purifying vessels (CNS)
Sacrifice for poor, not more
Help for the holidays
Astronaut shares adventures and advice at Chaminade
Students told to cultivate their gifts, remember the Giver
West Point candidate finds a new path to priestly calling
Voter guide update
Cross Country Championships
St. Mary’s parish social ministry cares in variety of ways
Vatican astronomer: faith and science meet in humanity
Preparing for life together
Bishops to take up documents on Communion, contraception, homosexuals

November 8, 2006
New pastor for St. Anne's, Brentwood
Always remember ... Veteran's Day Mass
Father Wickman dies
Newest effort brings ‘hope’ to schools
All Souls Day
Trappist proponent of centering prayer shares insight, benefits
Former friary became home of Virdone Residence
Appalachia tour gives a face to church teaching
Poverty, illness and unemployment fuel drug abuse in rural Virginia
Controversial mining practices leave landscape scarred forever
Diocesan CHSAA Soccer Championships
Learning from the pro
Diocesan educators honored
An annual time for prayer
2006 Tommy Awards
Keep Christ in Christmas magnet campaign
‘Brandy’ brightens the days for Consolation residents

November 15, 2006
Teacher honored
Bishops OK Iraq statement, funds for study (CNS)
Diocese honors Tuskegee Airmen for service, sacrifices
Help Wanted During This Thanksgiving Holiday
CCHD grants help fight poverty locally and nationally
Diversity heralded
Our parishes - Sacred Heart, Island Park
Former staffer writes book about evangelical movement
Confirmation retreat stresses beginning of faith life, not ending
Parish shares tips on ‘dos’ and ‘don’ts’ of bringing children to liturgies
Global conference yields practical ways Catholics can address poverty (CNS)
God’s wonders, diverse community greet priest working in Antarctica

November 22, 2006
Parish concludes 50th anniversary celebration
Jubilarians honored
Golden weddings celebrated
Catholic Communication Campaign announces art contest (CNS)
Catechetical Service Awards 2006
Our parishes - Holy Cross, Nesconset
Pope will meet with religious, secular leaders (CNS)
Franciscan, Jesuit influences helped define Fr. DiSpigno’s priesthood
Underground offers an upbeat tempo for younger diocesan Catholics
Senior housing a safe, affordable option
Turning the tables raises $9,000 to help INN keep its table bountiful
St. Edward’s group told they must also accept responsibility for environment
PBS preparing to air ‘Picturing Mary’ (CNS)
Milwaukee and Dominican Republic parish mark
25-year partnership (CNS)
Shrine dedicates new mosaic (CNS)
Parishioners donate papal gift to help fellow residents of Gaza Strip (CNS)

November 29, 2006
Mass of installation: Father John McCartney, Our Lady Queen of Martyrs, Centerport
Pope begins visit he calls ‘pastoral’ ... not political (CNS)
Diocese kicking off 50th anniversary
Thanksgiving
Catechists honored
Tomorrow’s Hope honored for its education effort
Interfaith effort hopes to raise awareness of Darfur
Got a Christmas favorite?
Father D'Agostino, built AIDS orphanage in Kenya (CNS)
TLIC Web site offers latest news
Regina Residence offers hope for young women
Advent Calendar
Appointments
Hollywood getting it right with "The Nativity Story" (CNS)

December 6, 2006
New pastor: Father James French, St. Anthony's, Oceanside
3 Sisters receive Pro Ecclesia Award
Speaker will bring frank, truthful talk about sex to diocesan teens
Edith Stein Day activities to include two faculty members from seminary
Our parishes: Church of the Blessed Sacrament, Valley Stream
CMA helps special ministry
Father Twomey’s dream to be a journalist quickly turned into a vocation
Catholic TV programming planning quality shows (CNS)
Christmas traditions, celebrations facing new scrutiny (CNS)
Catholic Channel debuts on Sirius Satellite (CNS)
Wedding stress: How to keep the big day in perspective (CNS)
Variety of marriage preparation programs available

December 13, 2006
Diocese enjoys surge in priestly vocations
Faith, friendship top priorities at Youth 2000 gathering
Appeal supports variety of ‘dependency’ programs
Parishioners invited back to old church
Our parishes: St. Agnes Church, Greenport
St. Agnes choirs bring voices and faith together in liturgy
Dedication of St. Padre Pio statue
The Nativity Story
Four L.I. residents inducted into Knights of Malta
Charities enjoy the surge in giving that prevails at Christmas time (CNS)
When it comes to fruitcakes, no one says it better than monks (CNS)
Brother, sister live their faith among orphans

December 20, 2006
Christmas ~ Navidad 2006
Bishop entertains senior priests, seminarians
Parishes beginning to make plans for annual trip to March for Life
Commack parish gets $10,000 ‘Dignity’ grant
Quest for accreditation netted playground, science equipment for school
Msgr. McGuire takes advice; writes memoir about his life
Father Mannion weighed many options as he considered priesthood
TLIC Christmas art contest
Catholic-backed clinic in Haiti becoming a reality  (CNS)
WebShepherds using technology to help nurture modern flock
Christmas Concert & Manger Dedication
Confirmation during annual Mass
Mount St. Mary again offering Bishop Murphy Scholarship
Pope sends envoy, $1.3 million to Nazareth (CNS)
Vatican lists pope’s Christmas schedule of prayer services (CNS)

December 27, 2006
Things really are looking brighter: Seminary boiler room a mechanical canvas
We miss you ... Will you come back?
Our Parishes: The Parish of St. Barnabas the Apostle, Bellmore
Franciscans offering prize for writing
Project Independence lives up to its name
CRS catalogue mixes social justice with unusual gifts
‘Rosary at the Rose Bowl’ hoping to draw 65,000 (CNS)
New anthology of Catholic praise music hits store shelves (CNS)
Shrine gets $1M from Knights for dome (CNS)
When charity prevails