Catholic New York

Father Kwan Is Administrator of Transfiguration Parish

Father Roger Kwan has been appointed administrator of Transfiguration parish in Manhattan, the Cardinal’s Office announced. Father Kwan assumed his new role April 25 after serving since 2019 … more

5/5/22

Dominican Sisters of Sparkill Elect Leadership Team

The Dominican Sisters of Sparkill, at their General Chapter April 19-21, elected their next leadership team: Sister Irene Ellis, O.P., prioress; Sister Marie Peter Buckley, O.P., councilor; Sister … more

5/5/22

Appointments for Four Auxiliary Bishops, Five Priests

Four auxiliary bishops and five priests of the archdiocese have received appointments, the Cardinal’s Office has announced. All the appointments became effective April 1. Auxiliary Bishop … more

4/6/22

HOLY HOUR—Then-Father Joseph A. Espaillat reverently holds a monstrance during Holy Hour last May at the 2021 New York Catholic Youth Day at St. Anthony of Padua Church in the Bronx, where he is pastor. He spoke to the youths about the importance of seeing the Light of Christ.

God Uses New Bishop as ‘Instrument to Reach the Young’

Whether through mainstream Youth Ministry gatherings or unconventional street-smart get-togethers, many people in the Archdiocese of New York understand newly ordained Auxiliary Bishop Joseph A. … more

By ARMANDO MACHADO | 3/14/22

Auxiliary Bishop Joseph Espaillat celebrates his ordination to the episcopacy with those dear to them during a reception at Cathedral High School in the New York Catholic Center in Manhattan following the ordination Mass at St. Patrick’s Cathedral March 1.

Reception Attendees Express Rousing Approval of New Auxiliaries

Auxiliary Bishop Emeritus Gerald Walsh arrived at a reception for New York’s new auxiliary bishops, Bishop John Bonnici and Bishop Joseph Espaillat, with the same content expression he exhibited … more

BY CHRISTIE L. CHICOINE AND ARMANDO MACHADO | 3/10/22

Auxiliary Bishops of the Archdiocese of New York

Following is a listing of the auxiliary bishops of the Archdiocese of New York along with their episcopal responsibilities: Bishop John Bonnici Pastor of SS. John and Paul, Pastor of St. … more

3/10/22

Father Espaillat spoke about the chains of sin and how Christ can break those chains.

Bishop Espaillat Initiated Successful Plan to Spread Good News

Auxiliary Bishop Joseph Espaillat has evangelized people with Jesus and the Gospel at archdiocesan parish missions during his time as a leader of the archdiocesan Catholic Charismatic … more

By DAN PIETRAFESA | 3/10/22

Bishop-elect John Bonnici greets a young parishioner at St. Augustine’s Church in Larchmont Feb. 6.

Those Who Know Bishop Bonnici Say He Brings People Together

Deacon Peter Reynolds knew this day would come and was thrilled to be part of it at the ordination Mass for Auxiliary Bishop John Bonnici at St. Patrick’s Cathedral March 1. “I told him over … more

By DAN PIETRAFESA | 3/10/22

ANSWERING THE CALL—Father John Bonnici shows his gratitude as he is congratulated by Cardinal John O’Connor, who ordained him to the priesthood June 22, 1991, at St. Patrick’s Cathedral.

Moral Theology Background Serves Him Well as Life, Family Advocate

Moral theology, Auxiliary Bishop John Bonnici believes, “is a wonderful discipline and study; it really touches people at very personal moments in their lives—from the moment of conception until … more

By CHRISTIE L. CHICOINE | 3/10/22

New York Auxiliary Bishops John S. Bonnici, 57, left, and Joseph A. Espaillat, 45, exchange smiles during their episcopal ordination March 1 at St. Patrick's Cathedral.

The Episcopal Ordination of John S. Bonnici and Joseph A. Espaillat

3/2/22

Cardinal Dolan lays hands on the head of Auxiliary Bishop John S. Bonnici, 57, during his episcopal ordination March 1 at St. Patrick's Cathedral.

Bishop Bonnici and Bishop Espaillat Ordained at Joyous Cathedral Mass

Auxiliary Bishop John Bonnici and Auxiliary Bishop Joseph Espaillat were ordained bishops at a Mass for the Ordination of Bishops at St. Patrick’s Cathedral March 1. “Move over New … more

By DAN PIETRAFESA | 3/2/22

The Most Reverend Joseph Armando Espaillat

For his personal coat of arms, His Excellency, Bishop Espaillat has selected a gothic shape shield, frequently used in Roman Catholic Church heraldry, a device that reflects his life as a priest and … more

3/1/22

Bishop Espaillat, ordained March 1, is pictured in an official portrait.

Bishop Espaillat Meets People Where They Are in Delivering the Lord’s Word With Passion

In the silent moments of a Holy Hour last year, Father Joseph A. Espaillat, holding a monstrance, told 170 teenage faithful to “look at Jesus and allow Him to speak to you; we can’t be the … more

By ARMANDO MACHADO | 3/1/22

Bishop Bonnici Listens to Each Person’s Story in Helping Them Reach Heaven

“I’m very understanding.” So says Bishop John Sam Bonnici, reflecting on what was supposed to be a crowning moment of his altar boy years, being selected to carry a statue of the … more

By CHRISTIE L. CHICOINE | 3/1/22

The Most Reverend John Sam Bonnici

For his personal coat of arms, His Excellency Bishop Bonnici has selected a gothic shape shield, frequently used in Roman Catholic Church heraldry, a device that reflects his life as a priest and now … more

3/1/22

Father John Bonnici is ordained a priest by Cardinal John O’Connor June 22, 1991, at St. Patrick’s Cathedral.

Bishop Bonnici—Through the Years

3/1/22

The waters of baptism welcome the future bishop.

Bishop Espaillat—Through the Years

3/1/22

Bishop-elect Joseph Espaillat and Bishop-elect John Bonnici make their oath of fidelity and profession of faith witnessed by Cardinal Dolan Feb. 15 in the New York Catholic Center in Manhattan. The cardinal will ordain them as bishops March 1 in St. Patrick’s Cathedral.

March 1 Mass of Ordination for New Auxiliary Bishops

Cardinal Dolan will be the principal ordaining bishop and celebrant at the Mass of Ordination of Bishops for Bishop-elect John Bonnici and Bishop-elect Joseph Espaillat at St. Patrick’s … more

By CHRISTIE L. CHICOINE | 2/23/22

El obispo-electo Joseph Espaillat y el obispo-electo John Bonnici hacen su juramento de fidelidad y profesión de fe atestiguada por el Cardenal Dolan el 15 de febrero en el New York Catholic Center en Manhattan. El cardenal los ordenará como obispos el 1 de marzo en la Catedral de San Patricio.

Misa de Ordenación de Nuevos Obispos Auxiliares el Primero de Marzo

El cardenal Dolan será el obispo ordenante principal y el celebrante de la Misa de Ordenación de Obispos para el obispo electo John Bonnici y el obispo electo Joseph Espaillat en la … more

Por CHRISTIE L. CHICOINE | 2/23/22

Father Constanza Elected President of Paulist Fathers

Father René Constanza, C.S.P., was elected the next president of the Paulist Fathers and will assume his new role in June. Father Constanza has served as rector of St. Andrew Cathedral in … more

2/9/22