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Faith leaders come together for interreligious dialogue in Hightstown

In these days of religious division and conflict, the Social Justice Committee of St. Anthony of Padua Parish, Hightstown, brought together all children of Abraham – Christians, Jews and Muslims – to work toward building bridges of understanding through interfaith dialogue.

'Law and Order' -- Red Mass draws scores of jurists to Monmouth County parish

For Mary Catherine Cuff, newly retired presiding judge of the NJ Superior Court Appellate Division, the Red Mass that drew scores of jurists to St. Michael Church, West End, Oct. 2, was more than a memorable occasion.  

Interfaith Hospitality Network opens new home in Toms River parish

Cloudy skies and steady mist did not dampen the enthusiasm and good cheer at the blessing and opening of the new center of the Interfaith Hospitality Network of Ocean County, Inc., located on the campus of St. Joseph Parish, Toms River.

Faith leaders come together for interreligious dialogue in Hightstown

In these days of religious division and conflict, the Social Justice Committee of St. Anthony of Padua Parish, Hightstown, brought together all children of Abraham – Christians, Jews and Muslims – to work toward building bridges of understanding through interfaith dialogue.

Help Along the Way: High school, college initiatives help students further their Catholic education

Pursuing a Catholic education can present its share of challenges and sacrifices for students and their families.  

Respect Life demonstrations kick off annual month of prayer, awareness

With October designated as Respect Life Month and Respect Life Sunday celebrated Oct. 2, the value and beauty of human life are being recognized through various Life Chain and 40 Days for Life demonstrations throughout the Diocese of Trenton.

Dinner to recognize two models of defending human life

This month, Mary’s Child Pro-Life Minstry’s 26th annual Champion for Life Award dinner will recognize two individuals of the Diocese who have been exemplary in their defense of human life.

Around the Diocese, animals spring into fall with an October blessing

As the Oct. 4 Memorial of St. Francis of Assisi approached, nearly 50 parishes around the Diocese recalled his deep love of God’s creation by welcoming scores of creatures to their parking lots and gardens for annual pet blessing ceremonies. It has become a religious mainstay of early fall for …

Parents of recent grads offer perspective to new Catholic high school families

When it comes to Catholic education, parents of recent graduates in the Diocese have their eyes on the future – their children’s future, to be precise. Just ask Jill Liedtka, whose oldest son, David, is in the U.S. Naval Academy in Annapolis, Md., while her second son, Jacob, is beginning …

Religious fundamentalism topic of talk in Princeton

A religious fundamentalism lecture is being held Oct. 12 in St. Paul Spiritual Center, St. Paul Parish, Princeton.

GCU's Critical Concerns 2016 examines women's education and empowerment worldwide

Women’s global education and empowerment are among the many topics students, faculty, authors and artists will explore during Georgian Court University’s Critical Concerns 2016 observance held through November 11.

St. Faustina, miracles topic of Divine Mercy event scheduled Nov. 20 in Hamilton parish

St. Raphael-Holy Angels Parish, Hamilton, will mark the conclusion of the Extraordinary Jubilee  Year of Mercy with a Divine Mercy event Nov. 20.

White Mass recognizes work of health care professionals

There’s an old saying that once an event is held three years in a row, it becomes an established tradition.  

Building deficiencies force closure of Visitation Relief Center

Visitation Relief Center, the community outreach agency in Brick that got its start in response to Superstorm Sandy, has closed its doors.  

St. John Vianney HS hosts classic car Trunk or Treat

St. John Vianney High School, Holmdel, will host a Trunk or Treat Car Show featuring classic cars and trucks on Oct. 29 from 12 to 2 p.m. in front of the school.


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