Milestone celebrations in the Diocese
August 7, 2025 at 1:09 p.m.
Farewell & Thank YouDivine Word Father Martin Padovani, standing to the right of the altar, was recognized for his more than five decades of service in the Diocese of Trenton on June 8. A Mass of Thanksgiving was celebrated in St. Mary Church, Bordentown, with Father Martin O’Reilly, pastor, serving as principal celebrant. After the Mass, a reception was held in the parish school. At left, he is shown with Deacon Larry and Jodie Finn. Father Padovani has moved to Techny, Ill., where he is now living in residence with members of his community. Facebook photos
Celebrating 70 Years
Father William Bausch was recently treated to a special luncheon in celebration of his 70th anniversary of priesthood by a group of parishioners from St. Mary Parish, Colts Neck. Father Bausch served as pastor there from 1973 to 1996. Here Father Bausch is joined by parishioner Marsha Grigoli. Courtesy photo.
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Farewell & Thank YouDivine Word Father Martin Padovani, standing to the right of the altar, was recognized for his more than five decades of service in the Diocese of Trenton on June 8. A Mass of Thanksgiving was celebrated in St. Mary Church, Bordentown, with Father Martin O’Reilly, pastor, serving as principal celebrant. After the Mass, a reception was held in the parish school. At left, he is shown with Deacon Larry and Jodie Finn. Father Padovani has moved to Techny, Ill., where he is now living in residence with members of his community. Facebook photos
Celebrating 70 Years
Father William Bausch was recently treated to a special luncheon in celebration of his 70th anniversary of priesthood by a group of parishioners from St. Mary Parish, Colts Neck. Father Bausch served as pastor there from 1973 to 1996. Here Father Bausch is joined by parishioner Marsha Grigoli. Courtesy photo.