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People Making a Buzz
Supporting Catholic education during the holidays
Futures in Education, the fundraising
which Bishop Nicholas DiMarzio honored
organization for Catholic schools in the
Msgr. Sean Ogle of Our Lady of
Diocese of Brooklyn and Queens, held
Mount Carmel Church in Astoria; Patti
two major events during the holidays. One
Ann McDonald, wife of the late Detective
was the Spirit of Christmas concert on
Stephen McDonald; and Joseph Sciame of
Dec. 18 at Lincoln Center’s David Geff en
St. John’s University. Futures in Education
Hall, which attracted Broadway stars who
raises millions of dollars a year to help
performed classic songs of the season.
local families aff ord to send their children
Th e other was the Bishop’s Luncheon in
to a Catholic school or academy.
Sacred Hearts - St. Stephen Church Children's Choir
Broadway cast member of Sponge Bob Square
Charlie Romo Pants Jesse JP Johnson
Bishop DiMarzio joins Joseph and Mary Ann Mattone with their guests
Cast of the Spirit of Christmas joined by Bishop Nicholas DiMarzio and Msgr. Jamie Gigantiello
Children from Our Lady of Grace Catholic Academy
The crowd at the Bishop's Luncheon.
Msgr. Jamie Gigantiello presenting a check for $1 million to Bishop Nicholas DiMarzio
Bishop DiMarzio and Msgr. Gigantiello with honorees at the Bishop's luncheon.