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Every year on Nov. 11, Americans honor and thank all military veterans who have served in the United States Armed Forces and recognize their bravery, sacrifices, dedication and service to their country.
To commemorate Veterans Day 2026, the following parishes and schools have scheduled Veterans’ Day observances:
The Knights of Columbus Council in St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Parish, Whiting, will host a Veterans Day service Nov. 8 following the noon Mass.
St. Joan of Arc School, Marlton, invites veterans and their spouses to attend a spaghetti dinner Nov. 4 at 6:15 p.m. in the school cafeteria.
St. Joan of Arc Parish, Marlton, will recognize Veterans during the 9 a.m. Mass on Nov. 13. A breakfast will follow in the school hall.
St. Benedict Parish, Holmdel, will host a Veterans Day parade and prayer service Nov. 9 at 12:40 p.m. For information, email marketing@stbenedictnj.org.
The Knights of Columbus Council in St. Michael Parish, West End, will host a Veterans Appreciation Celebration Nov. 11 starting at 6 p.m. in the parish hall. The POW/MIA Serviceman Ceremony will be conducted, and veterans in attendance will have the opportunity to share testimonials. The evening will conclude with the U.S. Flag Retirement Ceremony. Veterans are invitedto bring their own U.S. flags for proper disposal. Light refreshments will be served. To register, visit https://saint-mikes.org/veterans-appreciation-celebration-1. Deadline to register is Nov. 8.
St. Anthony of Padua Parish, Hightstown, will observe Veterans Day by praying the Patriotic Rosary and holding a ceremony Nov. 12 from 9:30 a.m.-noon in the church. Refreshments will follow the ceremony.
The Rev. Joseph J. Donnelly Council, Knights of Columbus in Highlands and Atlantic Highlands, will hold a Veterans Appreciation Mass and breakfast in the gym in Our Lady of Perpetual Help Church, Highlands. Mass will be celebrated at 9:30 a.m. with a ceremony following at 10:45. Admission is free.