PARISHES

Hamilton parish recognized as 'shining light'

St. Gregory the Great Parish was recognized as a “shining light” by the Interfaith Caregivers of Greater Mercer County at its awards banquet Oct. 24 in the Mercer Oaks Golf Course, West Windsor.

Sacred Heart Parish begins 200th anniversary year

New Jersey’s oldest parish, Sacred Heart in Trenton, will kick off a year-long series of events Dec. 1 to celebrate two centuries of faith-filled ministry to the people of the Capital City.

St. Ann School feted for 50 years of faith, education

The navy blue and plaid uniformed youngsters filling the pews of St. Ann Church Nov. 15 could be forgiven for buzzing with excitement as they awaited the beginning of a very special birthday party. It was their own.

Simbang Gabi planned in Monmouth parishes

The Filipino-American Community of Monmouth County is extending an open invitation for Catholic faithful to join them in a traditional Simbang Gabi – nine Masses in preparation for the birth of Jesus at parishes throughout Monmouth County.

Catholic Women of Zion Chapter I plan mini retreat day

The Catholic Women of Zion Chapter I will hold a mini retreat day Dec. 14 from 9 a.m. to noon in St. Dorothea Parish, 240 Broad St., Eatontown.

Nativity Blessing scheduled Dec. 14

Msgr. James Innocenzi, pastor of St. George Parish, Titusville, and associate judicial vicar, and Father Brian Woodrow, pastor of St. John the Baptist Parish, Allentown, are expected to join members from Knights of Columbus councils for the annual Blessing of the Nativity at the New Jersey State House Dec. 14 …

'What If Mary Said NO?' presentation scheduled

St. Charles Borromeo Parish, Cinnaminson, in collaboration with the Northern Burlington Regional Adult Faith Formation Ministry, will host a presentation on “What if Mary Said No?” Dec. 10 at 7 p.m. in St. Charles Borromeo Parish, 2500 Branch Pike, Cinnaminson.

Special honor for Carol Olivieri

Carol Olivieri, a member of St. James Parish, Pennington, and former executive director of the Health Care Ministry of Princeton, was recently honored as a Shining Light by Interfaith Caregivers of Greater Mercer County in recognition of her 19 years of service to the elderly. 

Reaching out, Filipino-American community reflects on losses

Since Super Typhoon Haiyan struck the Philippines Nov. 8, members of the Trenton Diocese’s large Filipino-American community have united their energies to help not only relatives in the stricken nation but countless unknown survivors afflicted by the storm.

Ministry fair encourages parishioners to become involved

For St. Robert Bellarmine Parish, Freehold, Nov. 9-10 was a weekend of showcase as the various ministries came together and hosted a parish ministry fair.

School choir makes a joyful sound

The student choir in Incarnation-St. James School, Ewing, continues to raise their voices, always ready to lead their peers and teachers in song.

Fair Haven parish has rich history, bright future

Since 1953, Nativity Parish has served as a beacon of light and a place of welcome to the faithful of the Fair Haven area and surrounding communities.

Highlands church celebrates 130 years of sharing the "Good News"

For 130 years, Our Lady of Perpetual Help Church has been a beacon of faith to the Catholics in the Highlands area.

Christmas Time in Ireland with Tony Kenny Dec. 16

St. John the Baptist Parish, Allentown, will present “Christmas Time in Ireland” featuring Tony Kenny Dec. 16 in Robbinsville Fieldhouse, 153 West Manor Way, Robbinsville.

Calendar contest helps parish to prepare for 2014!

St. Denis Parish, Manasquan, found an interesting way for parishioners to prepare for the upcoming new year – 2014. The parish sponsored a calendar contest.


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