Cartoon Sketchbook: July 7
July 7, 2026
Editorial cartoons using satire and humor to explore politics, world events, sports, public figures and social issues.
Editorial cartoons using satire and humor to explore politics, world events, sports, public figures and social issues.
ONE OF THE BUILDINGS EVACUATED in precautions involving an unstable construction site houses the headquarters of The Episcopal Church.
Parishioners bid an emotional farewell as Trinity Evangelical Lutheran Church in Bay Ridge held its final service after decades of worship.
VETERAN NEW YORK RADIO PERSONALITY DARREN GREGGS, whose voice and influence helped shape gospel radio for decades, died on Tuesday.
The Fellowship Hall, which has also served as a rectory, “is structurally sound and does not need to be demolished.”
Before joining faith-based media, Katinas reported for the Brooklyn Eagle and sister publications for many years.
“America 250: The Faith Story” is an hour-long broadcast beginning at 7 p.m. It explores the vital role religion and Catholics have played.
A JOURNEY THROUGH THE SONGS OF FAITH that have carried people through time is the theme of a sacred music concert this Saturday.
A selection of international news photos shows wildlife, markets, sports, and cultural and religious events around the world.
The school on Tuesday night presented a Beatles-themed spring concert titled “Here Comes the Sun,” featuring performances by students.
Councilmember Mercedes Narcisse, who represents several southeastern Brooklyn neighborhoods, is the bill’s main sponsor.
There are several eligibility requirements, including whether the house of worship is in an Environmental Justice area.
Ask people about their best teacher, then listen to what they say. The answer, it turns out, is likely more unifying than you expect.
President Donald Trump sparked immediate outcry on April 12, 2026, when he posted an image of himself as a Jesus-like figure.
Participating sites will showcase their buildings, histories and community programs through guided tours, lectures and musical performances.
The New York City Day of Prayer, observed annually on the first Thursday of May, celebrates NYC’s history of religious expression.
Following the Mass, the Gala Dinner Dance was held at The Knights of Columbus Ballroom, 1305 86th St., the church’s former meeting place.
The Interfaith Breakfast and Resource Fair, on May 1, is being offered exclusively to leaders representing Brooklyn houses of worship.
ALL THREE CANDIDATES IN LAST SATURDAY’S ELECTION FOR BISHOP of the Episcopal Diocese of Long Island have strong ties to the area.
Raised on Long Island in Huntington, Shoemaker is currently rector of St. Stephen’s Episcopal Church in Charleston, South Carolina.
A press release from the diocese announced the Currents News special, “Coming to Catholicism,” which will air Friday, April 17, at 7 p.m.
As part of the custom, the faithful bring baskets of Easter food, including bread, eggs, ham and sweets, to be blessed.
The evening procession begins at 7 p.m. at Sacred Heart-St. Stephen Roman Catholic Church on Summit and Hicks Streets.
The procession begins at St. James Cathedral-Basilica in Brooklyn at 10 a.m. and ends at the Orthodox Shrine of St. Nicholas.
JewQ is run by CKids International, a global Jewish educational organization affiliated with Chabad International.
A special Mass at St. Anselm Church honored Msgr. Michael Phillips, celebrating his decades of service to the Bay Ridge parish community.
Hosted by Brooklyn Amity School, the TCCNY and the PIINY, the event was attended by approximately 80 distinguished guests.
NEARLY 400 PEOPLE ATTENDED A SPECIAL CELEBRATORY MASS AND RECEPTION AT ST. ANSELM CATHOLIC CHURCH to honor Msgr. Michael J. Phillips, 91.
Brooklyn’s Bridge MCP hosted an interfaith celebration of Ramadan, Passover and Easter, promoting unity, inclusion and community solidarity.
Attacks on houses of worship may feel sudden and senseless, but they are part of a longer pattern that we have been tracking.
The grant will enable NYDIS to expand its emergency communications support for the faith sector.
BLIZZARD WARNINGS CAUSED BROOKLYN HOUSES OF WORSHIP TO ANNOUNCE CLOSURES as Winter Storm Hernando approached.
THE DIOCESE ON FEB. 18 MARKED THE BEGINNING OF LENT with Ash Wednesday masses around Brooklyn and Queens.
THE BISHOP-ELECT OF PALM BEACH, FLORIDA, who earlier in his ministry served Brooklyn, will be honored at his current parish this Sunday.
THE FOUNDING PASTOR OF THE CHRISTIAN CULTURAL CENTER IN BROOKLYN has been named as one of two co-chief chaplains of the NYPD.
Christian clergy across the United States participate in ongoing protests against harsh immigration enforcement actions and further funding.