Press Releases
Official Appointments
ROCKVILLE CENTRE, NEW YORK – May 16, 2019 – The Most Reverend John O. Barres, Bishop, Roman Catholic Diocese of Rockville Centre appointed the...
Death of Father Harold Buckley
Prayers are requested for the repose of the soul of Father Harold Erwin Patrick Buckley who died on May 11, 2019 in Florida. The...
Diocesan Statement: Moto Proprio – Vos Estis Lux Mundi
DATE:
May 9, 2019
RE:
Moto Proprio – Vos Estis Lux Mundi (“You are the light of the world”)
FROM:
Sean P. Dolan on behalf of Bishop John Barres
Bishops...
Father Walter Kedjierski Appointed Executive Director of the Secretariat of Ecumenical and Interreligious Affairs...
ROCKVILLE CENTRE, NEW YORK – APRIL 24, 2019 – It was announced today that Father Walter Kedjierski has been appointed Executive Director of...
Over 31 Buses of Diocesan Pilgrims Set to Participate in March for Life 2019
THIRTY ONE BUSES OF PILGRIMS SET TO ATTEND 46TH ANNUAL MARCH FOR LIFE WHILE NEW YORK STATE LEGISLATORS PLAN TO SIGN DESTRUCTIVE ‘REPRODUCTIVE HEALTH...
Death of Reverend Robert Blyman
January 8, 2019
Prayers are requested for the repose of the soul of Reverend Robert Blyman who died on January 5, 2019. The arrangements are...
Rest in Peace Rev. Msgr. James M. McDonald
November 16, 2018
Death of Reverend Monsignor James M. McDonald
Prayers are requested for the repose of the soul of Reverend Monsignor James M. McDonald who...
President of U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops Makes Statement at Close of Public Sessions;...
President of U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops Makes Statement at Close of Public Sessions; Fall General Assembly, Baltimore Nov. 12-14
November 14, 2018
BALTIMORE—On the final...
Rest in Peace Father Santiago Dineros
November 13, 2018
Death of Reverend Santiago Dineros
Prayers are requested for the repose of the soul of Reverend Santiago Dineros who died on Wednesday,...
Rest in Peace Rev. Msgr. William Jablonski
November 12, 2018
Death of Reverend Monsignor William Jablonski
Prayers are requested for the repose of the soul of Reverend Monsignor William Jablonski who died...
Official Appointments
23 October 2018
Official Appointments:
* Father Edward Sheridan
* Father Jason Grisafi
ROCKVILLE CENTRE, NEW YORK – October 23, 2018 – Most Reverend John O. Barres, Bishop,...
Religious Jubilee Mass Homily
ST. AGNES CATHEDRAL
MOST REVEREND JOHN O. BARRES, STD, JCL
October 7, 2018
Today we celebrate the Religious Jubilee Anniversaries of our dedicated women and men religious...
Bishop Barres Issues Invitation to Catholics in Diocese to Pray for Survivors of Clergy...
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
10 September 2018
BISHOP BARRES ISSUES INVITATION TO CATHOLICS IN DIOCESE OF ROCKVILLE CENTRE TO PRAY FOR SURVIVORS OF CLERGY SEXUAL ABUSE
ROCKVILLE CENTRE,...
Statement – Father Brian Brinker
STATEMENT
DATE: September 7, 2018
RE: Father Brian J. Brinker
FROM: Sean P. Dolan, Director of Communications
In the course of the Diocese of Rockville Centre’s Independent Reconciliation...
Statement – 9/6/18 – New York Attorney General Subpoena
STATEMENT
DATE: September 6, 2018
RE: New York Attorney General Subpoena
FROM: Sean P. Dolan, Director of Communications
We have received a subpoena and we are in the...
Statement from Bishop John Barres in Response to Presidential Statement Issued in Consultation with...
STATEMENT
DATE: August 28, 2018
RE: Response to Presidential Statement Issued in Consultation with the Executive Committee of the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops
FROM: Most...
Encounter – “If one member suffers, all suffer together with it”
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jigaUdLhGts
President of U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops Renews Commitment for Greater Effectiveness and Transparency...
August 27, 2018
WASHINGTON— Cardinal Daniel N. DiNardo of Galveston-Houston, President of the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops (USCCB) has issued the following statement.
Cardinal...
Pope Francis: Letter to the People of God
Pope Francis has responded to new reports of clerical sexual abuse and the ecclesial cover-up of abuse. In an impassioned letter addressed to the...
Response to Pope Francis’ Letter to the People of God
STATEMENT
DATE: August 20, 2018
FROM: Most Reverend John O. Barres, Bishop, Diocese of Rockville Centre
“I am extremely moved by Pope Francis’ Letter to the People...
Telecare becomes Catholic Faith Network
Contact Name: Joe Perrone
Title: General Manager
Number: 516.538.8704 x 118
Email: JPerrone@CFNtv.org
Telecare TV Announces Rebrand to Catholic Faith Network
UNIONDALE, NY, August 9, 2018: Telecare, the television...
Closing of Our Lady of Lourdes Elementary School, West Islip
STATEMENT
DATE: August 2, 2018
RE: Closing of Our Lady of Lourdes Elementary School, West Islip
FROM: Sean P. Dolan
We are deeply saddened at the closing...
Episcopal Ordination of Bishop-elect Richard Henning – Homily of Bishop John Barres
Episcopal Ordination of Bishop-elect Richard Henning
St. Agnes Cathedral
Homily of Most Reverend John O. Barres
July 24, 2018
Bishop-elect Henning, as a son of Oak Island, the...
“What is the surfer without the wave?” Remarks of Bishop Richard Henning
Some twenty years ago on a beautiful summer day, I sat on a beach chair at Ponquogue Beach in Hampton Bays with good friends....
Evening Prayer Homily of Bishop-Elect Richard Henning
Evening Prayer Homily of Bishop-Elect Richard Henning
Church of Our Lady of Loretto, Hempstead, New York
July 23, 2018
“Tres Teresitas”
After my ordination in 1992, Bishop McGann...
Media credentials necessary for ordination of Bishop-elect Richard Henning
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
MEDIA CREDENTIALS NECESSARY FOR ORDINATION OF BISHOP-ELECT RICHARD HENNING
Evening Prayer
Monday, July 23, 2018
7:00 p.m.
Church of Our Lady of Loretto
104 Greenwich Street
Hempstead,...
Over 90 Young Adults Attending Camp Quo Vadis
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
9 July 2018
OVER 90 YOUNG ADULTS ATTENDING SECOND ANNUAL CAMP QUO VADIS
Held July 8-13 at the Seminary of the Immaculate Conception
ROCKVILLE...
Bishop-Elect Henning to be Ordained Auxiliary Bishop on July 24
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
6 July 2018
BISHOP-ELECT RICHARD HENNING TO BE ORDAINED AS AUXILIARY BISHOP OF
ROCKVILLE CENTRE ON JULY 24th AT ST. AGNES CATHEDRAL
...
Official Appointments: Fathers Rannazzisi and Sikorski
26 June 2018
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Official Appointments:
Father Gregory Rannazzisi (left photo)
Father Allan Sikorski (right photo)
ROCKVILLE CENTRE, N.Y. – June 26, 2018 –...
Diocese Announces New Office of Parish Evangelization and Pastoral Planning and Announces New Appointments
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
29 June 2018 – The Solemn Feast of Saints Peter and Paul
Diocese of Rockville Centre Announces New Office of Parish Evangelization and...
Statement: Family Separation on U.S./Mexico Border
STATEMENT
DATE: June 20, 2018
RE: Family Separation on U.S./Mexico Boarder
FROM: Sean P. Dolan
Most Reverend John O. Barres, Bishop of Rockville Centre, echoes the statement of...
DRVC Appoints Nolan Reynolds to Lead Youth Ministry
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
22 June 2018
DIOCESE OF ROCKVILLE CENTRE APPOINTS NOLAN REYNOLDS TO LEAD
YOUTH MINISTRY
ROCKVILLE CENTRE, NEW YORK – June 22, 2018 –...
Diocese of Rockville Centre Announces New Office of Parish Evangelization and Pastoral Planning to...
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
29 June 2018 – The Solemn Feast of Saints Peter and Paul
Diocese of Rockville Centre Announces New Office of Parish Evangelization and...
Bishop Barres to Ordain Deacon Leo Song on June 23
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
20 June 2018
BISHOP BARRES TO ORDAIN DEACON LEO SONG ON JUNE 23
ROCKVILLE CENTRE, NEW YORK – June 20, 2018 – Most...
Statement from Bishop-elect Richard G. Henning
STATEMENT
DATE: June 8, 2018
RE: Announcement
FROM: Bishop-elect Richard G. Henning
Praised be the Name of Our Lord Jesus Christ.
I am grateful to His Holiness, Pope Francis,...
Statement from Most Reverend John O. Barres
STATEMENT
DATE: June 8, 2018
RE: Bishop-elect Richard G. Henning
FROM: Most Reverend John O. Barres
The Diocese of Rockville Centre rejoices in Pope Francis' appointment of...
Pope Francis Names Rev. Msgr. Richard G. Henning as Auxiliary Bishop of Diocese of...
EMBARGOED UNTIL 6:01 AM EDT ON 6/8/18
8 June 2018
Pope Francis Names Rev. Msgr. Richard G. Henning as Auxiliary Bishop of
Diocese of Rockville...
The Death of Reverend John Hien
“Go into the world and proclaim the Gospel to every living creature.”
-Mark 16:15
May 22, 2018
Death of Reverend John Hien
Prayers are requested for the...
Bishop Barres to Ordain 5 Men to Permanent Diaconate
For Immediate Release
18 May 2018
Bishop Barres to Ordain Five Men to Permanent Diaconate
• Ordination on Saturday, May 19 in St. Agnes Cathedral
ROCKVILLE CENTRE, N.Y....
Bishop Barres Ordains 5 Men to Permanent Diaconate
Most Reverend John O. Barres, Bishop, Roman Catholic Diocese of Rockville Centre ordained five men to the Permanent Diaconate on Saturday, May 19, 2018...
Knights of Columbus Profiles “Singing Seminarians” as ‘Everyday Heroes’
New Video Series Shows How Ordinary Men Can Make an Extraordinary Impact
NEW HAVEN, Conn. – “Everyday Heroes,” a new nine-part online video series, including...
Apostolic Athletes Book by Trent Beattie Features Bishop Barres
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
CONTACT: Sean P. Dolan
(p) 516-678-5800, ext. 625
(c) 516-510-0473
E-mail: sdolan@drvc.org
APOSTOLIC ATHLETES BOOK BY TRENT BEATTIE FEATURES BISHOP BARRES
ROCKVILLE CENTRE – April 27, 2018...
78th Anniversary Mass of Monsignor Bernard J. Quinn Death Homily
Most Reverend John O. Barres
Diocese of Rockville Centre (NY)
St. Brigid Parish (Westbury, NY)
April 7, 2018
We celebrate this 78 th Anniversary Mass of Monsignor Bernard...
Holy Week and Easter Masses
28 March 2018
HOLY WEEK AND EASTER MASSES
Holy Thursday through Easter Sunday
March 29, 2018 – April 1, 2018
HOLY THURSDAY CHRISM MASS – March 29,...
Rev. Caetano Costa, 76
“Go into the world and proclaim the Gospel to every living creature.”
-Mark 16:15
March 26, 2018
Death of Reverend Caetano Costa, 76
Prayers are requested for the...
Diocese of Rockville Centre Announces School Consolidation and Closing
CONTACT: Sean P. Dolan
(p) 516-678-5800, ext. 625
(c) 516-510-0473
E-mail: sdolan@drvc.org
DIOCESE OF ROCKVILLE CENTRE ANNOUNCES SCHOOL
CONSOLIDATION AND CLOSING
Plan Is Part of Broader Effort To Strengthen...
Statement of Bishop Barres on passing of Billy Graham
DATE: February 21, 2018
RE: Statement of Bishop Barres on...
Statement from Most Rev. Robert Coyle
DATE:
February 20, 2018
RE:
Appointment Statement
FROM:
Bishop Robert J. Coyle
Today I humbly accept the appointment to serve the people of God on Long Island as an auxiliary...
Statement from Archbishop Broglio
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
02/20/2018
Archbishop Timothy Broglio Expresses Gratitude for Auxiliary Bishop Robert J. Coyle’s “Selfless Ministry”
Comments on Holy See’s transfer of Bishop Coyle to...
Statement: Hidden Disgrace II Report
The Independent Reconciliation and Compensation Program (IRCP) was established by the Diocese of Rockville Centre (the “Diocese”) in October 2017 to enable survivors of...
Passing of Rev. Msgr. James A. Brassil
January 24, 2018
Death of Reverend Monsignor James A. Brassil
Prayers are requested for the repose of the soul of Reverend Monsignor James A. Brassil who...
Death of Deacon Patrick Logsdon, 68
“Go into the world and proclaim the Gospel to every living creature.”
-Mark 16:15
November 7, 2017
Death of Deacon Patrick Logsdon, 68
Wake:
Wednesday, November 8, 2017 2:00...
Statements on the Death of Deacon Logsdon
DATE: November 5, 2017
RE: Deacon Patrick Logsdon
FROM: Most Reverend John Barres, Bishop, Diocese of Rockville Centre
Deacon Logsdon life was an expression of the corporal...
Statement: Nov. 4 — Deacon Patrick Logsdon
STATEMENT
DATE: November 4, 2017
RE: Deacon Patrick Logsdon
FROM: Sean P. Dolan
This morning we learned of the news of the tragic death of Deacon Patrick Logsdon,...
Diocesan Vocations Director to Enter 2017 Ithaca College Hall of Fame
ROCKVILLE CENTRE, N.Y. – October 19, 2017–Father Joseph Fitzgerald, Director of Vocations, Diocese of Rockville Centre will be enshrined into the Ithaca College Hall...
Diocese of Rockville Centre Announces Independent Reconciliation and Compensation Program for Survivors of Clergy...
EMBARGOED UNTIL 10/16/17 AT 6:00 AM EDT.
DIOCESE OF ROCKVILLE CENTRE ANNOUNCES INDEPENDENT RECONCILIATION AND COMPENSATION PROGRAM FOR SURVIVORS OF CLERGY SEXUAL ABUSE
ROCKVILLE CENTRE –...
Rev. Msgr. Alexander Manly, 85
“Go into the world and proclaim the Gospel to every living creature.”
-Mark 16:15
October 6, 2017
Death of Reverend Monsignor Alexander F. Manly, 85
Prayers are requested...
Death of Rev. Msgr. Joseph Granata, 69
Go into the world and proclaim the Gospel to every living creature.”
-Mark 16:15
September 29, 2017
Death of Reverend Monsignor Joseph P. Granata, 69
Prayers are requested...
Bishop Authorizes Additional Natural Disaster Collection
Bishop Barres Authorizes Additional Special Collection to Aid those Affected by Recent Natural Disasters
ROCKVILLE CENTRE, N.Y. – September 28, 2017 – At the request...
Bishop Barres, Bishop To Visit The Holocaust Memorial & Tolerance Center of Nassau County...
Bishop Barres, Bishop To Visit
The Holocaust Memorial & Tolerance Center of Nassau County (HMTC)
September 26, 2017, at 1 p.m.
For a Museum Tour...
Statement from Most Rev. John O. Barres, Bishop Reference: Bishop-elect Alfred Schlert
DATE: June 27, 2017
RE: Bishop-elect Alfred Schlert
FROM: Most Rev. John O. Barres, Bishop, Diocese of Rockville Centre
I am ecstatic about Pope Francis’ providential choice....
Diocesan Statement: Michael Wustrow
DATE: September 15, 2017
RE: Michael Wustrow
FROM: Sean P. Dolan
The Diocese of Rockville Centre and the Parish of Saint Agnes Cathedral, Rockville Centre are saddened...
Bishop Barres to Offer Meditation Tonight at Opening Prayer Service for 72nd Session of...
ROCKVILLE CENTRE, N.Y. – September 8, 2017–The Most Reverend John O. Barres, Bishop of the Roman Catholic Diocese of Rockville Centre (@BishopBarres) (www.drvc.org), will...
Bishop Barres statement on DACA
STATEMENT
DATE: September 5, 2017
RE: Rescission of DACA
FROM: Most Reverend John O. Barres, Bishop, Diocese of Rockville Centre
The Diocese of Rockville Centre stands in unison...
Relics of St. Padre Pio at St. Rocco Parish Glen Cove on Oct. 8
ROCKVILLE CENTRE, N.Y. – October 6, 2017 -- The relics of one of the Catholic Church’s most beloved saints, Padre Pio of Pietrelcina, will...
Bishop Barres Authorizes Special Collection to Aid those Affected by Hurricane Harvey
ROCKVILLE CENTRE, N.Y. – August 28, 2017 –The Most Reverend John O. Barres, Bishop of the Roman Catholic Diocese of Rockville Centre, today asked...
Diocese of Rockville Centre Once Again Puts a New Spin on Raising Funds for...
25 AUGUST 2017
Event set for Saturday, October 28, 2017
There is still time to form a SPIN team or reserve a ZUMBA spot!
ROCKVILLE CENTRE, NEW...
Pastoral Visit To The Diocese Of Rockville Centre By Cardinal Gregorio Rosa Chavez
02 August 2017
MEDIA ADVISORY
NEWS MEDIA ARE INVITED TO COVER THESE EVENTS.
THESE EVENTS ARE LIMITED TO MEDIA CREDENTIALED BY
THE OFFICE OF COMMUNICATIONS.
TO...
Naming of First Bishop of the New Eparchy in Parassala, India and New Bishop...
DATE: August 7, 2017
RE: Naming of New Bishop of the Syro-Malankara Eparchy of Saint Mary Queen of Peace of the U.S. and Canada and...
Pastoral Visit to DRVC August 18-20 by Cardinal Chavez
02 August 2017
CALENDAR ANNOUNCEMENT
WHAT: PASTORAL VISIT TO THE DIOCESE OF ROCKVILLE CENTER BY CARDINAL GREGORIO ROSA CHAVEZ
Pope Francis appointed Bishop Gregorio Rosa Chavez the...
Calendar Announcement: Holy Hour and BBQ with Bishop Barres
31 July 2017
CALENDAR ANNOUNCEMENT
WHAT: DIOCESE OF ROCKVILLE CENTRE – MILLENNIAL MISSIONARIES 2017 – CELEBRATING OUR FAITH HOLY HOUR AND BBQ WITH
BISHOP JOHN BARRES
Catholic young...
Statement from Most Rev. John O. Barres
DIOCESE OF ROCKVILLE CENTRE OFFICE OF COMMUNICATIONS STATEMENT
DATE: July 11, 2017
RE: Pope Francis Appointment of Bishop Nelson J. Perez as the Bishop of the Diocese of Cleveland
FROM: Most...
Pope Names Bishop Perez as Bishop of the Diocese of Cleveland
DIOCESE OF ROCKVILLE CENTRE OFFICE OF COMMUNICATIONS
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
CONFIDENTIAL
Strictly EMBARGOED
July 11, 2017 6 a.m. Eastern Daylight Time
POPE NAMES BISHOP PEREZ AS BISHOP OF THE DIOCESE...
Statement from Most Rev. Nelson J. Perez
DIOCESE OF ROCKVILLE CENTRE OFFICE OF COMMUNICATIONS STATEMENT
DATE: July 11, 2017
RE: Pope Francis Appointment of Bishop Nelson J. Perez as the Bishop of the Diocese...
Statement from Most Rev. William Murphy
DIOCESE OF ROCKVILLE CENTRE DIOCESE OF ROCKVILLE CENTRE
OFFICE OF COMMUNICATIONS STATEMENT
DATE: July 11, 2017
RE: Pope Francis Appointment of Bishop Nelson J. Perez as the Bishop...
RE: Bishop-elect Alfred Schlert
FROM: Most Rev. John O. Barres, Bishop, Diocese of Rockville Centre
I am ecstatic about Pope Francis’ providential choice. Bishop-elect Alfred Schlert has a blend...
Announcement by Diocese of Brooklyn of Independent Reconciliation and Compensation Program for abuse victims
DATE:
June 22, 2017
RE:
Announcement by Diocese of Brooklyn of Independent Reconciliation and Compensation Program for abuse victims
FROM:
Sean P. Dolan
Since October of 2016 when the Archdiocese...
Bishop Barres to ordain five men to priesthood on 6/24
From left: Rev. Mr. Liam McDonald, Rev. Mr. John Wachowicz, Rev. Mr. Michael Bissex, Rev. Mr. Christopher Sullivan and Rev. Mr. Michael Plona.
ROCKVILLE CENTRE,...
Statement from Bishop Barres on Anti Christian Symbols on churches
DATE: June 19, 2017
RE: Anti-Christian Vandalism at four Amityville-area churches
FROM: Most Rev. John O. Barres, Bishop, Diocese of Rockville Centre
The recent news that four...
St. John the Evangelist Mass for Healing
MEDIA ADVISORY
WHAT:
MASS FOR HEALING AT ST. JOHN THE EVANGELIST
The parish of Saint John the Evangelist, Center Moriches continues to seek healing and peace in...
Statement from Bishop John Barres on situation at St. John the Evangelist Church, Center...
Date: May 19, 2017
Today is a sad day for all of us on Long Island and in particular, the parish of Saint John the Evangelist...
Death of Rev. Lawrence O’Leary
May 2, 2017
Death of Reverend Lawrence O'Leary, 87
Prayers are requested for the repose of the soul of Rev. Lawrence (Larry) O'Leary who died on...
Easter Sunday Homily – Bishop Barres
EASTER HOMILY 2017
As we celebrate Easter with our families and our parish families, we ask the Risen Lord for a true resurrection of our...
Recent Gang Violence – English | Spanish
DATE: April 18, 2017
RE: Recent Gang Violence
FROM: Most Rev. John O. Barres, Bishop, Diocese of Rockville Centre
During Holy Week we all learned of the...