UPDATED with PHOTO GALLERY! Hundreds gather to pray on eve of installation of Bishop John Barres as leader of the Diocese of Rockville Centre.
Announcement day gives diocese first glimpse of new bishop+
Bishop Barres looks forward to being 'point guard' for the Church in Rockville Centre.

Cardinal Dolan’s Letter to Governor Andrew M. Cuomo+
Cardinal Dolan has expessed his disappointment with Governor Cuomo's support of the Reproductive Health Act.

Benedict XVI to the Young “in Search of a Maker.”+
God created us, He made us in His image, and above all He gave us the gift of His son...

US Bishops: Negotiations Essential To Preventing Military Conflict With Iran+
“A diplomatic solution is preferable to military action...” wrote Bishop Richard E. Pates of Des Moines, Iowa,

Cardinal Dolan offers prayers for families, victims of Connecticut school shooting+
Prays that peace that passes understanding is with them
Benedict XVI: Seeking Signs of God in a Distracted World+
Pope Benedict XVI sent out his first-ever message via Twitter under his personal Twitter handle: @pontifex.