PARISHES
Parishes to honor Our Lady of Fatima's 100th anniversary
The following events have been scheduled in observance of the 100th anniversary of Our Lady of Fatima, when the Blessed Mother appeared to the three children in the Portuguese village of Fatima.
20/20 initiative could inspire groundbreaking change to NJ abortion laws, advocate says
Early this year, a group of pro-life organizations in New Jersey came together to forge an initiative they hoped would elevate their cause to a whole new level by focusing on the humanity of infants in the womb and the pain they suffer during abortion.
St. Monica Parish to mark 65th anniversary
St. Monica Parish, Jackson, will celebrate its 65th anniversary of the church and parish festival on the feast day of St. Monica, Aug. 27 at 679 W. Veterans Highway.
One-day spiritual retreats focus on prayer life, direction
Francis House of Prayer, Westampton, which seeks to offer programs, prayer and retreats that promote spiritual growth and foster a deepening relationship with God, self and others, is offering a series of one-day evening and daylong retreat programs in September.
At 28 years, CWOZ remains vibrant ministry; annual rally set for Sept. 9
Ask Theresa Addeo what sparked her interest in a new ministry called Catholic Women of Zion in 1989, and she doesn’t hesitate to share what compelled her to open a door that has never since closed.
Parish festivals bring church, neighborhood communities together
For more than 60 years, St. Ann Parish has been bringing smiles to the community of Browns Mills. This year was no different, despite the fire that struck June 17, destroying or damaging most of the equipment needed for the annual parish carnival. “We couldn’t not have it,” said Charles …
2017 Discussion Series in St. Robert Bellarmine Parish continues through end of year
St. Robert Bellarmine Co-Cathedral Parish, Freehold, is wrapping up its 2017 Discussion Series with three final sessions, each scheduled for 7 p.m. in the parish center.
Toms River parish to celebrate 45th anniversary
St. Justin the Martyr Parish, Toms River, will celebrate its 45th anniversary on Nov. 10. Pastor of the parish, Father Mark A. Kreder said, “There will be several events to celebrate this milestone in our parish history.”
St. Mary Parish plants seeds of faith in Uganda
The ongoing generosity of an Ocean County faith community is helping to reap a rich harvest of joy in a parish in Africa. Parishioners in St. Mary Parish, Barnegat, through their Uganda Ministry, have been assisting needy Catholics via its twinning with Holy Trinity Parish in the Diocese of Kasana-Luweero.
St. Monica Parish celebrates 65th anniversary
The abundance of food and activities for adults and children alike seemed almost secondary to the sense of community present during St. Monica Parish’s 65th anniversary and annual festival Aug. 27.
Holmdel parish to offer Defending the Faith series
Recognizing that talking about faith with others can at times be intimidating, St. Catharine Parish, Holmdel, has introduced a way to help folks overcome their fear.
Lourdes Health System, St. Francis Medical Center to join Cooper University Health Care
Cooper University Health Care, Lourdes Health System and St. Francis Medical Center, Trenton, announced Aug. 31 that Cooper has signed a letter of intent to acquire Trinity Health’s New Jersey facilities, which include Our Lady of Lourdes Medical Center, Camden, Lourdes Medical Center of Burlington County, Willingboro, and St. Francis …
Manalapan parish to offer women's Bible study throughout fall
St. Thomas More Parish, Manalapan, will offer a women’s Bible study titled “Walking With Purpose” this fall. The program will meet for 22 weeks beginning at 10 a.m. Sept. 26. An information session will be held 10 a.m. Sept. 12 in St. Thomas More’s Petri Hall at 186 Gordons Corner …
Visitation Parish to host 'Bring a Friend to Church Sunday'
Parishioners in Visitation Parish, Brick, are being challenged to do something very courageous Sept. 24.
Annual pizza showdown in Hamilton set for Oct. 4
Pizza aficionados and fans are encouraged to bring their appetites Oct. 4 to the fourth annual Pizza Tasting Showdown at St. Raphael-Holy Angels Parish, Hamilton.
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