He talked about the close ties he has formed with the Hispanic community in the Diocese of Rockville Centre: It was the Dominican community that really embraced me and opened many, many doors for me, so I look forward to that. He spoke in Spanish during portions of the news conference. As for DiMarzio, he said hell be occupied in retirement fighting the lawsuits against him. [14] Brennan's motto, "Thy Will Be Done", a passage from the Lord's Prayer, is engraved upon the headstone of his grandfather, and was on a prayer card that he kept until his death. He knows New York. In the selection of Bishop Robert Brennan, the Holy Father has called upon a native New Yorker to return to lead the faithful of Brooklyn and Queens, DiMarzio said in a statement. (Photos: Jeffrey Bruno) Under his episcopacy, he said the Diocese of Brooklyn will fully embrace social media and technology as evangelization tools to draw young people to the Church. Gibino, Vicar of . Bishop Robert Brennan has been installed as the leader of the Diocese of Brooklyn. The Co-Cathedral is located at 856 Pacific Street in the Prospect Heights section of Brooklyn. Brennan, meanwhile, said he is confident in the results of the Vaticans robust and carefully done investigation. On July 25, 2012, he was ordained as Auxiliary Bishop for the Diocese of Rockville Centre. Joseph R. Grimaldi of St. Bernard of Clairvaux Church was named the new vicar general for the diocese, taking over for Auxiliary Bishop Emeritus Raymond Chappetto, whose retirement was accepted by Pope Francis on March 7. He received his episcopal consecration on July 25, 2012, from Bishop Murphy. [Related: The New Bishop's Coat of Arms Bears His Unique Message, And The Message of His Diocese] "This is home now," Bishop Brennan said during his homily later in the Mass. I'm aware that my information is being collected for marketing purposes. Hotels near Brooklyn, Nuremberg on Tripadvisor: Find 15,068 traveller reviews, 36,529 candid photos, and prices for 414 hotels near Brooklyn in Nuremberg, Germany. Earlier in the day, Bishop Brennan of Columbus, Ohio, was named by Pope Francis as the eighth Bishop of Brooklyn. Catholics are welcoming Bishop Robert Brennan to head the Brooklyn Diocese, after his predecessor, Bishop Nicholas DiMarzio, was investigated and cleared by the Vatican of child sex abuse allegations. To many clergy sexual abuse survivors, Fr. Do you have a photo or video you want to share with The Tablet? Your beautiful welcome to me lifted me up, preached Bishop Brennan. displayed an ornate letter from Pope Francis naming him bishop of Brooklyn and Queens. Brennan, 59, is a Bronx native and has served as the Bishop of Columbus, Ohio since 2019. Bishop Brennan praised the efforts of the diocese to assist victims. May God continue to bless you & all the people of Brooklyn and Queens.. He earned a Bachelor of Science degree in mathematics and computer science from St. Johns University, Queens, New York. At a time when large numbers of Catholic schools across the U.S. are closing, the Diocese of Brooklyn saw, during the COVID-19 pandemic something marveled at by Bishop Brennan. As my journey comes to an end as the Seventh Bishop of Brooklyn I am filled with thankfulness in all we have accomplished together during these past 18 years, DiMarzio wrote. It was a joyful ceremony at a historic Prospect Heights church, CBS2's Tony Aiello reported. "[7] The initiative, which was hailed as a hallmark of Brennan's 2 1/2 years in the diocese[8] is in the process of releasing draft models grouping parishes and resources together due in part to the shortage of Catholic priests,[9] and likely will result in the closures of some parishes. The appointment is effective as of July 1, 2022. Earlier this month, the Vatican announced that DiMarzio had been exonerated of allegations of sexual abuse dating back from half a centry ago. As bishop of the fifth largest diocese in the country and one considerably larger than many Catholic archdioceses in the United States, Brennan will shepherd more than 1.2 million Catholics in an urban diocese that encompasses the New York City boroughs of Brooklyn and Queens. In the end, that's what it is all aboutin Columbus, Brooklyn, and around the world," he continued. Bishop Brennan, who appeared relaxed and at ease in the spotlight, joked about being a New York Mets fan, despite being born in the Bronx. Mass in this diocese is offered in 33 languages. The timing of that fits perfectly with this transition, he said. By using this site, you consent to the placement and use of these cookies. It would be, quite honestly, a little foolish on my part to come in and say, ok, now its the Brennan way of doing things, Brennan said. I intend to continue that journey in faith, and I am eager to get to know each of the many and varied communities that form this amazing and unique diocese., At a time when large numbers of Catholic schools across the U.S. are closing, the Diocese of Brooklyn saw increases in enrollment during the COVID-19 pandemic something marveled at by Bishop Brennan. Born in the Bronx, Bishop Brennan is the son of Robert and Patricia Brennan. He also said he was proud of having ensured the Church stayed contemporary by maintaining a presence on social media, reforming the governance of Catholic education, and working to root out racism and sexual abuse in the Diocese. The Most Reverend Robert Brennan, Bishop of Brooklyn, has announced the selection of Deacon Kevin McCormack as the new Superintendent of Schools for the Diocese of Brooklyn. Brennan, 59, formally assumed the role at an installation ceremony, presided over by Timothy Cardinal Dolan, Archbishop of New York, and Archbishop Christophe Pierre, Apostolic Nuncio to the US, at the Co-Cathedral of St. Joseph in Prospect Heights. COVID was an unfortunate thing, but it gives us an opportunity to be able to appreciate what we have, and moving forward, to do so with charity, but also to rekindle that fire of faith, he said. Today I offer congratulations & prayers to my successor, Bishop Robert J. Brennan as he is installed as the Eighth Bishop of the Diocese of Brooklyn, DiMarzio said. Bishop Brennan, 59, was ordained a priest for the Diocese of Rockville Centre in 1989 and an Auxiliary Bishop of Rockville Centre in 2012. The world in the 21st century has changed enormously, Bishop Brennan said. He replaces Bishop Nicholas DiMarzio, who held the post for 18 years. As I prepare for a return to New York, I am ready and eager to embrace the people of Brooklyn and Queens as their pastor," he said in a statement following news of his appointment. [16] The Holy See is conducting an inquiry into the allegations against Bishop Chappetto, under the motu proprio Vos estis lux mundi. For more information regarding Catholic education in the Diocese of Brooklyn, visit catholicschoolsbq.org. Bishop Robert J. Brennan of Brooklyn, N.Y., is seen attending a roundtable discussion on racism and other issues of concern to Black Catholics prior to a prayer service in honor of the life and . Our Big City is a microcosm of Catholics throughout the world, so the community we build here can be a shining example of Gods love through the world., Fr. Brennan was appointed titular bishop of Erdonia and auxiliary bishop of the Diocese of Rockville Centre on June 8, 2012, by Pope Benedict XVI. "Bishop Brennan's energy makes him a perfect choice," DiMarzio added. Hes an avid traveler, visiting the homelands of many parishioners he serves and building a cultural connection with them. The Most Reverend Robert Brennan, Bishop of Brooklyn, has announced the selection of Deacon Kevin McCormack as the new Superintendent of Schools for the Diocese of Brooklyn. Brennan on Tuesday said that the Church has made great strides on eliminating sexual abuse by clergy and providing safer environments for children in the past two decades. Bishops Accused of Sexual Abuse and Misconduct, appointment was announced at the end of September. On behalf of the Diocese of Brooklyn, I welcome Bishop Brennan who I have known for many years, with confidence in his ability to lead our Catholic community and build upon the pastoral achievements we have made. Hes a quick study. And most of these things are things that have taken place in the past. [13] Brennan was installed by Cardinal Timothy Dolan on November 30, 2021, at the Co-Cathedral of St. Joseph in Brooklyn. He also expressed confidence in the findings of a Vatican investigation, known as Vos Estis Lux Mundi, into accusations of sex abuse against Bishop DiMarzio, dating back more than two decades, that cleared him after being independently led by a former federal prosecutor and the firm of a former FBI director. He said that strengthening the schools is a priority because schools are where one encounters Jesus Christ.. The world is found in Brooklyn and Queens, Brennan said. DiMarzio introduced Brennan at a Wednesday press conference at the Co-Cathedral of St. Joseph in Prospect Heights, calling him kind of the perfect guy for this diocese., He grew up here in New York, he was born in New York City, lived in Long Island, DiMarzio said. The Church and DiMarzio are still facing civil lawsuits in New Jersey under that states Child Victims Act. Leaving his position as pastor in Long Beach at that time, he resided in the parish of Our Lady of Peace in Lynbrook. The special mass took place at the Co-Cathedral of St. Joseph in Prospect Heights Tuesday. It was a year ago today the co-cathedral was filled with people from all over the diocese as we celebrated our unity in faith. The parishes of Brooklyn and Queens have long embraced the richness of that diversity and the bishops and diocesan leadership have sought to provide for and learn from immigrants from around the world. The announcement was made on Sept. 29 in Washington, D.C., by Archbishop Christophe Pierre, Apostolic Nuncio to the United States. Part of evangelization, he continued, is listening to everyday parishioners voice their views on the Church. Bishop Robert Brennan speaks during a news conference, Wednesday, Sept. 29, 2021, in the Brooklyn borough of New York. I am grateful that Bishop Brennan has placed his trust in me to build upon the formative work of Dr. Chadzutko and continue the blessed tradition of excellence in Catholic education, said Deacon Kevin McCormack. / CBS New York. He knows New York, he is someone familiar with the issues here, he knows a lot of the priests already in the Diocese. ROME Pope Francis on Sept. 29 named Bishop Robert Brennan of Columbus, Ohio, as the new bishop of Brooklyn, New York, formally accepting the resignation of 77-year-old Bishop Nicholas. Bishop Robert J. Brennan greets representatives of other faiths during his installation Mass as the eighth bishop of the Diocese of Brooklyn, N.Y., Nov. 30, 2021, at the Co-Cathedral of St. Joseph . We truly are the Diocese of Immigrants.. Brennan again noted the cultural richness and diversity of Brooklyn and Queens as he addressed his congregation in his first speech as Bishop. Deputy Press Secretary The Brooklyn Diocese wassued hundreds of timesunder New Yorks Child Victims Act, which allowed victims of childhood sexual abuse to sue their alleged abusers without regard to a statute of limitations. Knowing we are loved by Jesus, we will strive to show others his face, bearing the Joy of the Gospel and the Splendor of Truth. In 2010 he was appointed pastor of the Church of Saint Mary of the Isle, Long Beach, NY. #5 and #6 are from the Mass today celebrating the Bishops one-year anniversary, Adriana Rodriguez Bishop Brennan was born in New York City, lived in Long Island, and served as a priest in the Diocese of Rockville Centre. Click here to send it straight to our news desk. The news conference came after Bishop Brennan concelebrated his first Mass as bishop-designate with Bishop DiMarzio. There are several actions that could trigger this block including submitting a certain word or phrase, a SQL command or malformed data. in West Islip, New York; and St. Johns University, Jamaica, where he earned a degree in mathematics and computer science. We have to meet the needs of today with the tools of today.. Born in the Bronx and raised in Lindenhurst, Long Island, Bishop Brennan attended St. Johns University, where he earned a Bachelor of Science degree in mathematics and computer science. Read our. The new Bishop said Brooklyn is known beyond its borders for having a very, very robust victims assistance program, noting that he looks forward to working with that team, and credited DiMarzio with establishing it. Over the last 37 years at Xaverian, working with tremendous students and their families, dedicated staff, faculty, administrators, and devoted alumni and especially with my friend President Alesi, I learned what makes a Catholic School great. Brennan was ordained a priest for the Diocese of Rockville Centre on May 27, 1989, by Bishop John McGann. Deacon McCormack is a graduate of Cathedral College and holds a Master of Arts in Theology from the Seminary of the Immaculate Conception, and a Master of Science in Educational Leadership from Fordham University. In 2002, he was named Vicar General and Moderator of the Curia for the Diocese of Rockville Centre. [8] The initiative was to be continued by Brennan's successor in Columbus, Bishop Earl Fernandes. In June, Bishop Brennan ordained three priests to serve in the Diocese of Brooklyn, and earlier this month, ordained six transitional deacons on the path to the priesthood; three for the Diocese of Brooklyn, two for the Archdiocese of New York, and one for the Diocese of Rockville Centre. November 30, 2021 / 6:20 PM In the first year of his ministry, Bishop Robert Brennan visited 127 parishes throughout Brooklyn and Queens, celebrated 25 Confirmations, and visited 25 schools. And were really committed to not letting this happen again.. [3], Pope Francis appointed Brennan as bishop of the Diocese of Columbus on January 31, 2019. Policy Regarding Sexual Abuse of Minors by Priests/Deacons, Secretariat for Evangelization and Catechesis, Synod 2021-2023: For a synodal Church: communion, participation and mission, RCIA Becoming a Catholic / RICA Quiero ser Catolico. The announcement was made on Sept. 29 in Washington, D.C., by Archbishop Christophe Pierre, Apostolic Nuncio to the United States. Explore questions of faith that impact your everyday life as a parent, friend, and professional. [12], On September 29, 2021, Francis accepted the resignation of Bishop Nicholas DiMarzio of Diocese of Brooklyn and named Brennan to succeed him. Bishop-designate Brennan noted he will begin his service in Brooklyn and Queens as as a. of local and global discussions is getting underway. (Photos: Bill Miller) He has been ministering since then pending the selection of his successor. Policy Regarding Sexual Abuse of Minors by Priests/Deacons, Secretariat for Evangelization and Catechesis, Synod 2021-2023: For a synodal Church: communion, participation and mission, RCIA Becoming a Catholic / RICA Quiero ser Catolico. Theres a rich history here, and I want to learn from that.. Robert J. Brennan was born on June 7, 1962, in the Bronx, New York. [15], In March of 2022, the Vatican commissioned an investigation into whether Brennan had knowledge of Auxiliary Bishop Raymond Chappetto's withholding of a memo concerning possible sexual abuse by a priest of the Diocese. Still, we need to continue to put out into the deep and not be afraid.. He was raised in New York, is a product of Catholic education, and has served in many leadership positions including Pastor, Vicar General, and Moderator of the Curia in the Diocese of Rockville Centre; Vice-Chancellor of the Pontifical College Josephinum; and most recently Bishop of Columbus, Ohio. This site uses cookies to store information on your computer. On November 30, 2021, Bishop Brennan was installed as the Eighth Bishop of Brooklyn, serving the people of Brooklyn and Queens. I pledge to serve you with every bit that I have. for the Diocese of Rockville Centre in 1989, and in 2012, was ordained as the dioceses Auxiliary Bishop. Pope Francis on Wednesday accepted the resignation of the Catholic bishop of . #1-4 are from the Bishops installation on November 30, 2021. Joseph Grimaldi, Vicar General of The Diocese of Brooklyn, Episode 53 - Celebrating Catholic School Week. I am fortunate to be able to reflect on the many joys that this position has afforded me. More info. The Most Reverend Robert Brennan, Bishop of Brooklyn, celebrated Mass this morning at the Co-Cathedral of St. Joseph, where one year ago today, he was installed as the eighth Bishop of Brooklyn. [6], In December 2020, Brennan announced the "Real Presence Real Future" strategic planning initiative, aiming at "increasing the presence of Christ throughout its 23 counties over the next three years and upholding the Faith for future generations. DiMarzio submitted his retirement papers to Pope Francis back in 2019, upon reaching 75 years of age, but they were not accepted until September of this year, at which point DiMarzio announced his retirement and the Church announced the selection of Brennan as the new Bishop. On July 1, 2003, he was named Interim Superintendent. 718-517-3143 I thank God for the gift of being here in Brooklyn and Queens and I thank God for the rich vibrant church he has brought together, continued Bishop Brennan. Episode 54 - Our New Diocesan Structure with Msgr. NEW YORK (CBSNewYork) -- He was born in the Bronx, raised on Long Island, and now he is the eighth bishop of Brooklyn. The Most Reverend Robert Brennan, Bishop of Brooklyn, today announced the appointment of four Regional Episcopal Vicars and the restructuring of the 22 parish deaneries throughout Brooklyn and Queens. [11], The elevation of Saint Mary of the Assumption in Lancaster, Ohio, to the rank of a minor basilica was initiated by Brennan in August of 2019. Your email will be used to send you The Tablet newsletter. The oldest of five children, Bishop Brennan has two brothers and two sisters, 14 nieces and nephews, and three great-nephews and niece. As the Bishop of Columbus, he traveled regularly in order to meet and engage people from every part of the 23 counties of the Diocese of Columbus, learning about their lives, both their everyday activities and their faith commitment. Bishop Brennan Joins Large, Renewed Procession Across the Brooklyn Bridge April 15, 2022 By Bill Miller Marchers enjoyed sunny, breezy weather on Friday, April 15 for the Way of the Cross procession from Brooklyn to Manhattan. One accuser claimed that DiMarzio abused him when he was 11 or 12 years old while the other said the abuse happened when he was just 6. Brennan's first pastoral assignment was at St. Patrick Parish in Smithtown, New York. Father Michael Falce was thrilled that Brennan chose St. Patrick's for his first visit to a Brooklyn school. Leadership and progress never exist in isolation. The fallout of the clergy sex abuse crisis is something the Church continues to work through and heal, but he stressed that it is a societal problem and that many of the cases took place a long time ago. The most meaningful revelations in most of our lives have happened at those moments with our friends when the conversation drifts into a thoughtful dialogue about something that has been itching at our soul, challenging our perspective, or causing some unrest in our hearts. Brennan, 59, is a Bronx native and has served as the Bishop of Columbus, Ohio since 2019. Brennan was appointed bishop's secretary and served in that role under Bishops McGann, James McHugh,[1] and William F. Take time to join us and think about our faith, so you can hear what God is calling you to do and proceed with courage knowing he is at your side. You can email the site owner to let them know you were blocked. Bishop DiMarzio submitted his resignation to the Holy Father in 2019 when he turned 75, as all Bishops are required to do. PROSPECT HEIGHTS Bishop Robert Brennan announced Wednesday several prominent changes to his Chancery administration. The schools and academies of the Diocese of Brooklyn have been blessed by the many years of steady, strong, and devoted leadership of our Superintendent Dr. Thomas Chadzutko. Previously he served as an auxiliary bishop of the Diocese of Rockville Centre in New York from 2012 to 2019, and as bishop of the Diocese of Columbus in Ohio from 2019 to 2021. 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Weve learned the virtue of long-suffering, he said as the baseball season neared the end for the Mets, who missed the playoffs for the 13th time in the past 15 years. His first assignment was at St. Patricks Parish in Smithtown, New York. He currently serves on the USCCB Committee on Pro-Life Activities and is a member of the Board of Trustees for The Basilica of the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception. They welcomed Police Commissioner Dermot Shea and a contingent of police officers to the Co-Cathedral of St. Joseph for a Mass to celebrate the Feast of St. Michael the Archangel, the patron saint of cops. He will become the 8th bishop to head the megadiocese of Brooklyn. By Ed Wilkinson Bishop Robert J. Brennan WINDSOR TERRACE Bishop Robert J. Brennan, Bishop of Columbus, Ohio, has been named by Pope Francis to be the eighth Bishop of Brooklyn. You just stop, look and listen for a year and you're going to do fine," Dolan said. Robert Brennan was installed. And then to meet with survivors, to get to know people.. He also was a board member and the Vice-Chancellor of the Pontifical College Josephinum in Columbus. . We pray for Bishop Robert Brennan as he begins his new ministry in the @BrooklynDiocese! The band from Bishop Brennan's high school alma mater, St. John the Baptist in West Islip, performed outside, while Timothy Cardinal Dolan presided inside.