Writings

The brutal and senseless attack at Saint Francis Catholic Church in Owo, Ondo State, Nigeria yesterday is another in a growing number of attacks on Christians in Nigeria. Yesterday’s attack was especially horrific, as at least 50 worshippers were slaughtered merely for gathering to celebrate the great Feast of Pentecost, traditionally recognized as the “birthday of the Church.”

Last night I celebrated Mass at Saint Rita's in the Bronx and received the relic of Blessed Carlos Acutis. He is a shining model for the faithful young people of the world who want to make a difference.

Let me begin by thanking you for the many calls, cards, messages of sympathy, and, most importantly, your prayers for the repose of the soul of my dear Mom, Shirley Jean Radcliffe Dolan and for the consolation of my family and me. They are much appreciated. Might I give you an update on a few things? I promise to be brief.

Usually I breeze through the three morning papers here – – the Wall Street Journal, the New York Post, and the Daily News – – if I look at them at all. But this morning two articles made me slow down and read them carefully.

Come join me as I take you to some of my favorite Catholic spots in New York over the coming weeks. From Old Saint Patrick’s to the Seton Shrine, and even a tavern in between — see Cardinal Dolan’s New York on my social media channels starting tomorrow at 10AM EST