The Rev. Jack Arlotta. File photo. ‘Would you please pray for me?’ The Rev. Jack Arlotta has taken a leave of absence as pastor of the Church of St. Stephen after he said he had been “a victim... Local News 24 Jan 2023 | 11:04
The children of the Bilingual Family Faith Formation classes dressed as the holy family, kings, angels and shepherds. The Rev. Reynor Santiago gave them all a very special blessing. Photo by Rocco Battista. Bilingual celebration of Los Tres Reyes serves Spanish-speaking community All are invited to the bilingual Mass, in Spanish and English, at Warwick’s Church of St. Stephen, the First Martyr on the... Local News 17 Jan 2023 | 05:55
St. Stephen the First Martyr Church was full on Easter Sunday for the first time in two years, with pandemic restrictions lifted. In 2020, Pastor Fr. Jack Arlotta celebrated the Easter Mass in an empty church because of the Covid-19 pandemic shutdown. In 2021, attendance was limited and seating had to be reserved to comply with pandemic protocols. This year, the joy of Easter was celebrated in a full church at three different Masses. ( Photo by Kristen vanDuynhoven) Full church for Easter at St. Stephen’s in Warwick Home 19 Apr 2022 | 08:34
All of the candidates, about to be confirmed, stand. ( Photo by Roger Gavan) Confirmation at St. Stephen’s WARWICK –As parents and other relatives looked on, 68 students who had completed a two-year course of study, beginning in... News 30 Mar 2022 | 03:21
The Christmas Nativity Creche owned by the Village of Warwick and on display in Lewis Park. Photo provided by Doug Krauze. Thanks to those ‘who helped make this creche a beautiful gift to the village’ As Project Leader for the community effort to replace the Christmas Nativity Creche owned by the Village of Warwick and displayed... Letters to the Editor 07 Dec 2021 | 02:13
On Sunday evening, Nov. 21, the Rev. Jack Arlotta, pastor of the Church of St. Stephen, the First Martyr, dedicated and blessed a new crèche, a representation of the Nativity, at Lewis Park in the Village of Warwick. Members of the parish played vital roles in the planning and construction including Doug Krauze who discussed the project with Mayor Michael Newhard and saw the project through its completion along with John Pacos for building the structure. Members of the Warwick Knights of Columbus Council 4952 assembled the display and many local businesses donated their time and resources. Photo by Roger Gavan. Warwick. Dedication of new crèche at Lewis Park Local News 01 Dec 2021 | 10:08
On Sunday, Oct. 3, owners, mostly with their dogs and a few cats in carriers, arrived at the Church of St. Stephen, the First Martyr, for the annual “Blessing of Animals.” Photos by Roger Gavan. Warwick. Tradition continues at the Church of St. Stephen, the First Martyr Unlike last year, when because of the pandemic, masks and social distancing were the rule, the turnout was much larger, absent... Local News 04 Oct 2021 | 06:25
The 9/11 Memorial Sculpture Garden at Veterans Memorial Park in the Village of Warwick was dedicated on the 20th anniversary of the attack on the Twin Towers and the United States. Photo by Robert G. Breese. A letter of gratitude The 9/11 Memorial Sculpture Garden is in place and completed in time for a beautiful and meaningful dedication ceremony. Letters to the Editor 01 Oct 2021 | 12:44
On Sunday, June 13, the Rev. Angelo Micciulla, a former parochial vicar at Warwick’s RC Church of St. Stephen the First Martyr and now Pastor of Holy Family Parish in Staten Island, returned to join a formation of motorcycle enthusiasts, led by Warwick Police, on a 40-mile ride through local country roads. It was the ninth annual motorcycle blessing. File photo by Roger Gavan. Warwick, Former Parochial Vicar at St. Stephen’s Church in desperate need of kidney transplant On Sunday, June 13, the Rev. Angelo Micciulla, a former parochial vicar at Warwick’s RC Church of St. Stephen the First Martyr... Local News 20 Jul 2021 | 01:41
Although there were cloudy skies and occasional light rain, a large group of bikers participated in the ninth annual motorcycle blessing. Photos by Roger Gavan St. Stephen’s ninth annual motorcycle blessing returns with large group of bikers Last year, due to the pandemic, the annual motorcycle blessing joined the ranks of the many Warwick traditional and popular... Local News 15 Jun 2021 | 01:43
St. Stephen’s Pastor Rev. Jack Arlotta blessed each of the bikes individually. ( PHOTOS BY ROGER GAVAN) St. Stephen’s plans motorcycle blessing Father Angelo Micciulla, a former parochial vicar at Warwick’s RC Church of St. Stephen the First Martyr and now Pastor of... Local News 07 Jun 2021 | 12:48
The Warwick Valley High School played The National Anthem. ( Roger Gavan) Warwick honors those who sacrificed their lives at 2021 Memorial Day events After being limited to a brief ceremony last year due to the pandemic, the Nicholas P. Lesando Jr. American Legion Post 214... Local News 01 Jun 2021 | 07:40
On Friday and Saturday, Feb. 26 and 27, approximately 70 candidates, divided into smaller groups at three services, received the Sacrament of Confirmation at the Church of St. Stephen, the First Martyr. ( Roger Gavan) Bishop Colacicco administers Sacrament of Confirmation at St. Stephen’s On Friday and Saturday, Feb. 26 and 27, approximately 70 candidates, divided into smaller groups at three services, received... Local News 02 Mar 2021 | 06:51
Last year the Rev. Jack Arlotta administered ashes to parishioners of the Church of St. Stephen, the First Martyr. But this year those who attended Mass or a service at Warwick’s Church of St. Stephen, the First Martyr, were given ashes contained in a small packet that were blessed and given out to be imposed at home. ( Roger Gavan) Ash Wednesday, Feb. 17, marks the beginning of Lent for 2021 This past Wednesday, Feb. 17, marked the beginning of the season of lent throughout the world. The 40 days that follow are... Local News 16 Feb 2021 | 07:09
Members of Warwick Valley Rotary and the Warwick Knights of Columbus planted 140 of Rotary’s Flags for Heroes outside the homes in the Prial family’s neighborhood. Photo by Roger Gavan ‘We mourn a life that already had accomplished so much’ In what has always been a typical Warwick community response, there was an outpouring of sadness, love and support for the... Local News 26 Jan 2021 | 01:13
