PARISHES

Presentation on papal encyclical to be held in St. James Parish

St. James Parish, Pennington, will host a presentation on Pope Francis’ recent encyclical about the environment Oct. 21 at 7:15 p.m. in the church. “Laudato Si: A Discussion on the Meaning and Impact for our Church and our World,” will be led by Mark Rohlena of the United States Conference …

Parish to offer forum on 'Medicare and You'

Kathy Lo Bue, managing director, Glen Eagle Advisors, LLC, will host “How to become Financially, Physically and Spiritually Fit in all areas of your life” Oct. 13 in St. Robert Bellarmine Parish Center, 61 Georgia Rd., Freehold, from 7 to 9 p.m.  This is the third part of a series …

Toms River parish burglarized, vandalized following Papal viewing gathering

An Ocean County parish was burglarized and vandalized in the hours following a gathering during which faithful watched a simulcast of Mass celebrated by Pope Francis in Philadelphia – during which they heard the call from the Pontiff to embrace and spread signs of love to others.

'Trunk or Treat' in Manahawkin set

The student council in All Saints Regional Catholic School will host a Trunk or Treat event Oct. 24 from 1-3 p.m. in the school parking lot, 400 Doc Cramer Blvd., Manahawkin

Sign-ups for youth hoops league

The St. Francis Community Center, Long Beach Township, will host a recreational youth basketball league again this season.

National day of remembrance observed in Toms River

Known far and wide as the “Loveladies Babies,” the remains of dozens of pre-born children found 31 years ago in cardboard boxes by sanitation workers on Long Beach Island have been memorialized annually at their Toms River grave site since 1987.

'Ministry, Advocacy, Prayer' -- St. Paul School marks 135th anniversary

The kick-off celebration Mass of St. Paul School’s 135th anniversary couldn’t have come at a better time.  

Standing room only in Brick for golden anniversary of St. Dominic School

The whirlwind of rejoicing that kicked into high gear when the first day of classes in St. Dominic School Sept. 8 coincided with its actual 50th anniversary, culminated Oct. 4 with a Mass of Thanksgiving celebrated by Bishop David M. O'Connell, C.M.

Tri-Community Mass in Trenton

Bishop David M. O’Connell, C.M., will celebrate a Tri-Community Mass Oct. 18 at 10 a.m. in St. Michael Church, 1106 Brunswick Ave., Trenton.

For 76 years, St. Jude Novena has been beloved tradition in Trenton

The 76th annual Solemn Novena in honor of St. Jude will be held from Oct. 20-28 in St. Michael Church, 1106 Brunswick Ave., Trenton.

Rosarians from Monmouth and Ocean counties celebrate Feast of the Rosary

Throughout the world, the string of prayers composed on behalf of the Mother of God rises unceasingly all year long and especially in October, the Month of the Rosary.

Triple Blessing -- Tri-Community Mass celebrates beauty of cultures joining together in faith

The phrase “united in Christ” that’s boldly printed on either side of the large Crucifix in the sanctuary of St. Michael Church, Trenton, took on added meaning Oct. 18.

Canonization becomes a family affair

The parish family of St. Theresa, Little Egg Harbor, had much to celebrate Oct. 18 as hundreds of parishioners gathered to commemorate the canonization of their patron saint’s parents, Louis and Zelie Martin, and to celebrate their parish’s 65th anniversary.

CWOZ gathering planned Nov. 21

Catholic Women of Zion Chapter II will hold a mini-day retreat for women Nov. 21 from 9 a.m. to noon in St. Pius X Parish, Forked River. The day consists of prayer, guest speaker, sharing and lunch. Mass will be celebrated at 8 a.m. in the church.

Joy: The Heart of It All

The most significant manifestation of a heart full of faith is joy. On Saturday, Nov. 14, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., St. Francis of Assisi Parish, Brant Beach, will be hosting a day-long retreat on finding “Joy: the heart of it all.”


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