Bridging Generations: NYPD Explorers Light Up Bingo Night at ArchCare at Providence Rest

| 03/31/2025

By: Mary Shovlain

Once a month, NYPD Explorers visit ArchCare at Providence Rest in the Bronx for an evening of pizza, bingo, and connection with residents. On March 26, the tradition continued as teens in uniform brought laughter, stories, and companionship to the seniors—many of whom eagerly await the visit each month. What began as a simple community service event has grown into a heartwarming exchange of joy across generations.

Monsignor Luke Sweeney, S.T.L., is the dean of seminarians and professor of Catholic social teaching at St. Joseph's Seminary. We spoke with him about the next generation of priests, the upcoming comprehensive exams at the seminary, and how we can respect God's creation.

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Patrick Grady

| 03/12/2026

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Showcasing the flame as a symbol for the Holy Spirit, this exhibition offers a reflective environment to engage with the Holy Spirit this Lent.

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Patrick Grady

| 03/12/2026

Catholic Near East Welfare Association sends $1 million to support Catholic initiatives in Lebanon, Gaza, and the West Bank.

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The Good Newsroom

| 03/12/2026