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Holy Cross School develops science stars
Detectives, astronomers, an inventor and an artist are the temporary personas assumed by seven students from Holy Cross School, Rumson, who were tapped for the Stars Challenge, a prestigious science enrichment program for top middle school students, hosted by Monmouth University.
Students learn to 'Say Something' about suspicions
Grim facts about human trafficking, gang affiliation and drug abuse were presented in an upbeat, music-filled assembly at Trenton Catholic Academy Jan. 30. Sponsored by the N.J. Attorney General’s Office and the N.J. Human Trafficking Task Force, the “Say Something Assembly” program gave the fifth through 12th grade classes the …
St. Elizabeth's 'Communion Closet' aids communicants in need
St. Elizabeth Parish, Avon, is helping its youngest parishioners to say yes to the dress… and suit. The Monmouth county parish has created a “Communion Closet” of gently-worn dresses and suits for families unable to afford a special outfit for their child’s special day. Parish director of religious education
Shroud replica to be displayed in Hamilton
St. Josaphat Ukrainian Catholic Church, Hamilton, will display a life-sized replica of the Shroud of Turin for Christian faithful of all denominations from Feb. 15 through 28. Veneration of the shroud is open to the public from 6 to 9 p.m. each evening.
St. Gabriel community celebrates rededication of church
It was a joyous day, Feb. 9, when the faithful of St. Gabriel Parish, Marlboro, gathered to witness the re-dedication of their recently renovated church by Bishop David O’Connell, C.M.
St. Benedict Parish selected to take part in Parish Catalyst conference
When representatives of 12 Catholic parishes from around the United States and Canada gathered for a three-day workshop on Dynamic Discipleship, they were presented with a monumental challenge.
Society prepares for new pantry in Asbury Park
Just a few months after it officially opened, the St. Peter Claver Center is ready to begin a food pantry to fulfill its mission of serving the local community, thanks to the dedication of some volunteers of the St. Vincent de Paul Society of Holy Spirit Parish, Asbury Park.
Mass of Remembrance offers strength, hope
Many of the area’s faithful gathered Jan. 31 in St. Mary Mother of God Church, Middletown, to remember the victims of Typhoon Haiyan, a storm of unmatched magnitude that struck the Philippines Nov. 8, 2013.
World Day of Prayer celebration set
Every year, a group of women from nine southern Ocean County churches prepare and celebrate an ecumenical prayer service on the first Friday in March.
Anniversary of papal election to be observed
Lawrence Council, Knights of Columbus, will observe the first anniversary of the election of Pope Francis with Evening Prayer and a presentation of the new documentary film, Francis: The Pope of the New World. The program will be held March 13 at 7 p.m. in St. Ann Church, 1253 Lawrence …
Hightstown parishioners open their hearts to Africa
It was Valentine’s Day weekend, and the display of red hearts in the foyer of St. Anthony of Padua Parish, Hightstown, could make Hallmark proud.
CWOZ retreat day scheduled
Women from throughout the Diocese and their friends are welcome to join the Catholic Women of Zion, Chapter I, for a retreat day to be held March 8 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. in St. William the Abbot Parish, 274 Lakewood Allenwood Rd., Howell.
New hybrid operating room enhances cardiac treatment possibilities
Providing cutting-edge imaging via robotic technology and positioning flexibility that has unique imaging applications in angiography, cardiology and surgical procedures, St. Francis Medical Center, Trenton, recently became the first medical facility in Mercer County to offer the Artis zeego® multi-axis C-arm system from Siemens Healthcare.
Benefiting Education
Georgian Court University, Lakewood, has been awarded $50,000 for student scholarships by the OceanFirst Foundation of Toms River.
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