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World Youth Day recognized by parishes on Feast of Christ the King

In August 2023, millions of youth and young adults from around the world will converge in Lisbon, Portugal to join Pope Francis for World Youth Day 2023
RBC's Alex Brown and teammates dedicate football game to his mother’s memory

With numerous national media outlets reporting on Alex Brown’s inspiring story, much of America knows ...
Monmouth U’s Catholic Campus Ministry honored for making a difference

A nice surprise.” That was the response given by ...
Catholic Campus Ministry life returns to TCNJ

Members of the Catholic Campus Ministry in The College of New Jersey,
Mission: Jersey ends service retreat with donations to those in need

“Throughout all of lockdown, I felt kind of lost – I wasn’t able to do all the things I wanted to do, like Youth Group and go on retreats..."
‘LIFT’-ing up Hearts: Cohort youth group seeks greater outreach

“The shared resources, collaboration and duplication of efforts allow us to put forth a beautiful, Christ-centered ministry – we’re better together and it’s better for the kids,” Deacon Matt Nicosia, St. Thomas More Parish, Manalapan, said of the LIFT Youth Group.
Medford student’s Christmas artwork honored on national level

Selah, a religious education student in St. Mary of the Lakes Parish, Medford, and a rising eighth grader was one of 24 young people to have her artwork selected as a winner in the MCA’s annual contest
For young people, engaging in service is at heart of Mission: Jersey focus

Mission: Jersey is an annual event that offers eighth grade and high school students an opportunity to work together and engage in works of service
Palmieri shares message of how Catholics can set the world on fire through their faith

Ask 14-year-old Ava Minall what she enjoyed most about the July 21 presentation given by JMJ Missions’ Dan Palmieri, and she says it was the way he “spoke with such certainty and shared many real-life stories about the miracles of saints and devout Catholics.”
Mission: Jersey will resume this summer for young people

This summer, young people in grades 8-12 from throughout the Diocese are once again invited to live out their Catholic faith and help people in need.
Coach McKenna’s lasting legacy was the spiritual foundation he laid for student-athletes

When Xavier Lezynski was a senior in Notre Dame High School, he fondly recalled attending a Kairos Retreat during which Coach John McKenna gave a reflection and asked the students to think about what they would want to talk with Jesus about when they entered the Kingdom of God.
Diocese presents St. Timothy Awards to 18 teenagers

When parish staff members, such as youth ministers or catechetical leaders, decide on who to nominate to receive the annual St. Timothy Award form their respective parish communities, there are certain qualities they would expect their chosen young person to possess...
During funeral Mass Coach McKenna remembered as man who ‘found Jesus and fell in love’

In baseball, a hook slide is a technique that a player will use in which he will ...
Bishops discuss a national pastoral on youth, young adults

Dallas Bishop Edward J. Burns announced a proposal to develop a new national pastoral framework on accompanying youths and young adults in the church.
‘Service and Social’ was community-building experience for young adults

“There’s only so many times you can go out to dinner or go to the movies ...
'Service and Social' event for young adults

Are you a young adult in the Diocese of Trenton who is looking to put your faith into action while also enjoying food and fellowship?
“Mission: Jersey” service event for diocesan youth

Young people in grades 8-12 from throughout the Diocese are invited to live out their Catholic faith while helping persons in need during the annual Mission: Jersey to be held in four locations this summer.
Annual letter project lifts spirits of youth, seminarians

When it comes to enjoying a little downtime, young people and adults have more in common than they might admit.
St. Rose student embraces faith, positivity, hard work on recovery journey

Undeterred by the strenuous task of physical therapy, Sam Jarmer continues to rebound from the life-changing injury he endured nearly two years ago.
Scouts proud to receive religious awards

A dozen Boy Scouts and one Girl Scout have been recognized ...
Former camper donates $10K to Yardville CYO

Inspired by his “great memories,” a former camper and counselor with the Mercer Catholic Youth Organization in Yardville has donated $10,000.
Diocese's young adult retreat centers on example of St. Joseph

Inspired by Pope Francis’ call for a Year of St. Joseph, a virtual retreat for young adults ...
‘Dead Man Walking’ author to speak at CFJ virtual event

Sister of St. Joseph of Medaille Helen Prejean – brought to national prominence after her memoir hit the big screen in “Dead Man Walking” – will speak during a virtual event March 25 at 7 p.m., sponsored by the Lawrenceville-based Center for FaithJustice.
Retreat for young adults to focus on inspirations of St. Joseph

Young adults ages 18-39 from throughout the Diocese are invited to participate in a virtual retreat...
Family Rosary's annual 'Try Prayer! It Works!' contest accepting entries

"Try Prayer! It Works!" – an annual contest – is now accepting entries from children in kindergarten

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