PARISHES

Summer Scripture series in Manahawkin

Summer Scripture series in ManahawkinThe Continuing Catholic Education and Evangelization Ministry in St. Mary Parish, Barnegat, will present its sixth educational series: “A Quick Journey Through the Bible.” 

Bay Head parish honors religious education students at Communion breakfast

The Easter Season in Sacred Heart Parish, Bay Head, drew to a close May 17 when the parish held its annual Communion Breakfast and recognized religious education students in a special way.

Students' imaginations flourish at TCA Creativity Fair

Students from seven Catholic schools in the Diocese of Trenton flexed their mental muscles during the annual Trenton Catholic Academy Creativity Fair held April 30 at the Hamilton high school.

Parish joins call to end religious persecution

The color orange has taken on a special meaning in St. Mary Parish, Barnegat, where, over the past several months, parishioners have worn it as a sign of solidarity with people targeted for their religious beliefs.

Stuart to offer summer programs for young women

Stuart Country Day School of the Sacred Heart, Princeton, seeks talented, enthusiastic girls to participate in the Leadership and STEM program for girls entering grades five through eight.

Holy Cross students net donations for heart health

Students in Holy Cross School, Rumson, have found a meaningful way to make their shots count on the basketball court.

Celebrating A Patron Saint

It was a feast fit for a patron saint June 13 as the community of St. Anthony of Padua Parish, Red Bank, observed the Feast of St. Anthony in prayerful style. 

'Marriage in the Church' lecture in Colts Neck parish

St. Mary Parish, Colts Neck, will offer a lecture on “Marriage in the Church – A History,” by Michele McCue, a member of the parish staff, June 17 from 7:30-9 p.m. in the chapel.

St. Jerome students offer 'change for change'

In an effort that blended lessons in math, social studies and religion, students in St. Jerome School, West Long Branch, found a creative way to benefit their local community.

Praying for families in St. Alphonsus Parish, Hopewell

During the final religious education class for the year, the students in St. Alphonsus Parish, Hopewell, prayed a “Living Rosary” for the fruitfulness/success of the World Meeting of Families in September, Pope Francis’ intentions, and for the United States’ openness to his message of love, peace and justice. The goal of the Living Rosary …

Marlton parish to remember South Carolina shooting victims with June 23 Holy Hour

In light of the recent shooting in a church in Charleston, S.C., St. Joan of Arc Parish, Marlton, will host a special Holy Hour June 23 at 6 p.m. in the church.

Parish to offer 'Cup of Our Life' program

The Summer Spiritual Growth Group in St. Joseph Parish, Millstone Township, will hold a summer series on Joyce Rupp’s book, “The Cup of Our Life.” Meeting dates are June 26, July 10, July 24, and Aug. 14 at 10 a.m. in the parish hall.

Vacation Bible Schools offered around the Diocese

The following parishes have announced Vacation Bible Schools;

CYO takes part in program that provides food to children

The Mercer County CYO has partnered with Hamilton Township to allow children ages five through 14 to continue receiving free, nutritious lunches throughout the summer.

Parish beach series to focus on early Christians

St. Michael Parish, West End, will continue its summer tradition of small group meetings on the beach. For five weeks, the parish will use the book, “Stories of Early Christians” to explore some of the early Christians walking the beaches of the world including Mary of Nazareth, Matthias and Cornelius, …


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