Originally posted by the Voice of America. Voice of America content is produced by the Voice of America, a United States federal government-sponsored entity, and is in the public domain. Manhattan's Catholic Churches Face Consolidation, Possible Closures Some Catholic churches in Manhattan could be closed as the Archdiocese of New York implements a strategic plan to consolidate the churches. Shifting populations, limited resources and fewer priests are among the factors driving the consolidation. VOA's Daniela Schrier reports on a midtown church facing possible closure, with parishioners praying for a miracle. __________________________________________________________________ [1]http://www.voanews.com/media/video/1959260.html References 1. http://www.voanews.com/media/video/1959260.html