ISSUES & ADVOCACY
The Christmas Star(fish)
The holidays can sometimes be hectic, especially for a church musician with a frantic schedule of liturgies crammed into one 24-hour period. But when even going to Mass is stressful, sometimes we can follow our own star of Bethlehem to find the Lord - even when that star is a …
A Christian response to Pat Robertson
I heard televangelist Pat Robertson, host of "The 700 Club," blame the Haitian people for their own suffering. They were not innocent victims in his mind but heirs of a "pact with the devil" that they made to free themselves from French slavery.On what basis can he claim such an …
Pro-life leaders express hope at annual Trenton rally
State officials, pro-life leaders, clergy members, women and high school students were among those who addressed a crowd of approximately 1,000 people at the annual Rally for Life in Trenton Jan. 22. The local gathering echoed the sentiments of the larger March for Life being held simultaneously in Washington, D.C. on …
A patient journey through Lent
When it comes to setting our own personal Lenten observations, sometimes it takes a little extra patience - and some heavenly help - to pull it off.
Monitor announces Sesame Street contest winners
The Monitor is pleased to announce Anne Bosler of Browns Mills and Susan Conover of Neptune City as the winners of four tickets each to the Sesame Street Live production of "Elmo’s Green Thumb," scheduled for March 4-7 at the Susquehanna Bank Center, Camden. To enter our new contest for a chance …
In winning season, St. Rose players continue legacy of previous generation
Prior to their quarterfinal victory over Our Lady of Mercy in the South Jersey, Non-Public B tournament, the St. Rose girls basketball team got a little added inspiration from the stars of the past - many of whom have children and even grandchildren playing on the current lineup. See photos …
The Re-Warmed Sparrow
God will always provide for us what we truly need, even if sometimes we'd prefer he give us a trip to Hawaii.
Seder promotes understanding of Christian-Judaic traditions
Jewish Biblical Scholar Henry Petri led a Messianic Passover celebration in St. Peter Parish, Point Pleasant Beach.
Intangible Evidence
As a TV crime drama aficionado, I can admire Thomas' need to see all the evidence before determining that Jesus had risen from the dead. But sometimes it is okay to leave our tangible proof out with the trash.
Artist uses talents to glorify God
Motivated by faith, artist Kyle Galante uses her tremendous gifts as a way to serve others.
Senior Living
A special section from The Monitor - Check back on this page during the month of May for more stories about how seniors are enjoying their golden years both locally in the Diocese of Trenton and around the country!
Extra-Ordinary Time
God's grace follows us through all seasons of the liturgical year, whether we are singing his praises or being introduced to a bone saw.
Not a single, unprotected step
Following in the careful footsteps of Peter, we often hobble our way towards Jesus - even when we are slowed by a cast, protective boot or walker.
TCNJ students get a lesson in service
Catholic students from The College of New Jersey, Ewing, took time away from campus this semester for a "service retreat" to assist people in need in Camden.
Walking, and praying, in circles
The Gospel promises that God rewards us for our persistence in life, whether it comes in the form of making time for prayer in our cluttered schedules or suffering through enough lessons to finally become a good tennis player.
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