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'Why Design Matters' conference March 19

Georgian Court University, Lakewood, and the Jersey Shore Public Relations and Advertising Association will co-sponsor a conference, “Why Design Matters,” for design professionals, educators and students March 19 from 9 a.m. to noon in the Little Theatre on the university’s campus.

Valentine wishes from Jackson to Uganda

Valentines in St. Aloysius School, Jackson, NJ show that love has a far-reaching impact.

Princeton student honored in international essay contest

Victoria Kovarik, a seventh grade student in St. Paul School, Princeton, placed third in an essay contest that challenged students to craft letters to Pope Francis.

Catholic Women of Zion to hold retreat day

The Catholic Women of Zion Chapter 1 will hold a retreat day March 21 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. in St. Catherine of Siena Parish, 31 Asbury Road, Farmingdale.

Lenten Choral Festival for pastoral musicians

The Trenton chapter of the National Association of Pastoral Musicians will host its Lenten Choral Festival in St. Robert Bellarmine Parish, Freehold, March 22 from 3 to 8 p.m. Musicians of the Diocese will be joined by NPM Metuchen chapter members to rehearse Lenten music, share dinner, and sing the …

Feast of St. Patrick Day marked with prayer, parades

Each March, Irish eyes smile and green shamrocks abound as towns throughout the nation brim with celebrations commemorating the life of St. Patrick, the patron saint of Ireland. This year, 31 such celebrations of faith, fun and heritage are taking place throughout the month of March in New Jersey, 12 …

Deacon presents dynamics of the faith in Lenten mission

For anyone who questions why it is important to attend Mass regularly, Deacon Harold Burke-Sivers suggests thinking of it in terms of athletes who continuously practice their sport.

Knights of Columbus to honor Msgr. Roldan

The Trenton Council 355 Knights of Columbus will honor Msgr. Joseph L. Roldan, rector of St. Mary of the Assumption Cathedral, as honoree at their 55th annual Charity Ball and Banquet April 12 in the Nottingham Ballroom, Hamilton.

Conference promotes family healing, Divine Mercy

Healing the family today requires revisiting the sins of our ancestors and praying for generational healing. That was the topic of the “Healing Your Family Tree and Divine Mercy” conference held in St. John Neumann Parish, Mount Laurel, Feb. 28.

Victory spelled 'p-h-i-l-o-l-o-g-y' for St. Mary School student

Frank Grabowski, a seventh grade student in St. Mary School, New Monmouth, found success came one letter at a time March 17 with his win at the 31st Annual Spelldown Regional Spelling Bee.

Parishes give honor to foster father of Jesus

As foster father of Jesus and spouse of the Blessed Mother, St. Joseph has become a symbol of protection and providence and one of the most beloved saints worldwide.

Blue Mass remembers the fallen, honors those who serve

The mood was solemn as a bell tolled, calling forth the representatives from the police, firefighters, and emergency management to light a candle in memory of  comrades lost in the line of duty.

Arun Gandhi to deliver message of peace at Georgian Court University April 9

Few names in world history evoke the power of integrity, courage, social harmony, and compassion as Gandhi.

Ecumenical World Day of Prayer observance rescheduled

An observance of the 2015 Ecumenical World Day of Prayer has been rescheduled to Friday, April 10 at 1 p.m. in St. Mary of the Pines Church, McKinley Avenue and Bishop Lane, Manahawkin.

Dr. Donald Petroski honored with the Healing Spirit Award

Lourdes Health Foundation has chosen Moorestown resident Dr. Donald Petroski as one of two recipients of its 2015 Healing Spirit Award.


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