What’s New in the Diocese of Rockville Centre 2/21/2024

Catholic Faith Network telethon to air Feb 24 -26, 2024

ROCKVILLE CENTRE, NEW YORK – February 15, 2024 – The Catholic Faith Network (CFN) will conduct its annual fundraising telethon on Saturday, February 24th, beginning at 2 p.m. EST and continuing through Monday, February 26, 2024, at 8:30 a.m.  Centered around community, and compassion, the annual CFN Telethon is an uplifting celebration of the Catholic faith.

This year, the telethon will feature captivating performances by Catholic schools, and renowned Christian music artists from across the country.  In addition to some of the top names in the entertainment industry, viewers can expect to hear heartfelt testimonials, inspiring stories, compelling interviews from prelates, and speakers that relate to CFN’s core values of solidarity and hope.

Phone lines will be open throughout the live broadcasts and the overnight re-broadcasts.  The telethon will air on Optimum channel 29/137, Verizon FiOS channel 296 and Charter Spectrum 162/471.   Viewers can also watch the telethon online at www.telecaretv.org.

“Together, we can continue to make a meaningful impact and spread the light of hope and compassion to all corners of the country and beyond,” said Rev. Msgr. James C. Vlaun, CEO and President of Catholic Faith Network.  “We are deeply grateful for the prayers and unwavering support of our viewers, donors, partners, and affiliates throughout the country.”

In addition to Optimum and Verizon FiOS, CFN is available on Amazon Fire TV, Android TV, Apple TV, Roku, or Samsung Smart TV.  Viewers can also tune in through CFN’s high-quality 24/7 live stream of CFNtv.org as well as the free CFN App.

CFN is at the service of the Word, the Church, the Bishops, and the Encounter of Faith and Culture.  Its mission is to proclaim the teachings of our Lord to the Catholic community and beyond using media in all forms.

Contributions can be made by phoning into the telethon directly at 516-538-8811 or 855-222-0000; via direct mail by making checks out to Catholic Faith Network, P.O. Box 158, Uniondale, New York 11553; or online by visiting the Catholic Faith Network website at www.cfn.org.  CFN accepts all major credit cards. All funds raised from the telethon are used in the television ministry.


Vocations Holy Hour at Seminary of the Immaculate Conception

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Reconciliation Monday 2024


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Pastoral Letter on St. Agnes