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Schoolchildren dress as holy men, women on All Saints' Day
School and parish communities in the Diocese of Trenton honored the holy men and women of God in a multitude of ways this All Saints’ Day, Nov.1.
Good Counsel Homes banquet raises funds for families
A mission of compassion started by a humble Franciscan Friar of the Renewal priest, Father Benedict Groeschel, continues through the work of Good Counsel Homes-South Jersey, thanks in part to its 11th annual fundraising banquet, which was held Oct. 26 in the Merion, Cinnaminson.
Immaculata University plans in-person, virtual undergraduate admissions events
Immaculata University, Immaculata, Pa., will hold two admissions events on Nov. 8 and 9 for undergraduate students. To register for either event, visit immaculate.edu/open.
St. Ann student wins aviation essay, meets Tuskegee Airmen
An interest in aviation and unique opportunity intersected recently for Ean Chambers, eighth grade student in St. Ann School, Lawrenceville. And that became the catalyst for his entering – and winning – an essay contest sponsored by Southwest Airlines.
Spirituality day encourages more trust, less fear
“Living With Less Fear in Our Lives,” the topic of the 22nd Annual Upper Room Spirituality Conference, Oct. 28, could have risen from the rash of sensational teasers and headlines that plague the daily news cycle.
St. Joseph students top field in annual scholastic bowl
Students from St. Joseph School, Toms River, earned first-place honors in the 14th annual St. Rose High School Invitational Scholastic Bowl held Oct. 23. Representatives from nine Catholic elementary schools in the Diocese of Trenton gathered at the secondary school’s Belmar campus to compete in nine subject areas for both …
Bishop celebrates 20th jubilee of All Saints Regional
Bishop David M. O’Connell, C.M., celebrated All Saints’ Day a bit early as he joined students and guests in marking the 20th anniversary of the founding of All Saints Regional Catholic School, Manahawkin.
St. Dominic Parish assembles meals for world's hungry
The members of St. Dominic Parish, Brick, put Christ’s mandate to feed the poor into action Oct. 28 as they hosted a meal packaging event for the Rise Against Hunger organization and Rotary International’s District 7500.
Haitian community visits N.Y. cathedral, learns more about Venerable Toussaint
A day of faith sharing and camaraderie was enjoyed when members of the Haitian community of Our Lady of Sorrows-St. Anthony Parish, Hamilton, and their parish priests, Msgr. Thomas N. Gervasio, pastor, and Father Jean Felicien, parochial vicar, journeyed to New York City Oct. 13.
End-of-life, Last Things information sessions scheduled in Fair Haven, Holmdel
As most every Catholic family will have some experience with hospice care at some time in the future, whether it is for an immediate family member or for neighbors and friends, an information session on the Catholic Church’s teaching regarding end-of-life decisions and the spirituality of hospice care will be …
Food drives and benefits scheduled to aid needy at Thanksgiving
Parishes and organizations in the Diocese of Trenton are hosting events throughout the month of November to praise God for all their blessings and benefit those less fortunate during the season of Thanksgiving.
Lakewood, Brick music ministries will mark patron saint's feast day
The feast of St. Cecilia, patron saint of music, will reach a high note Nov. 18 when the parish music ministries of St. Mary of the Lake, Lakewood, St. Anthony Claret, Lakewood, and Visitation, Brick, come together for a celebration complete with live music, food and games for people of …
New saint plaques adorn St. Benedict School
Students, staff and faculty in St. Benedict School might sense the presence of a group of very special saints looking down upon them in love and support of their academic pursuits each day.
Trenton parish to hold retreat, multicultural concert
Blessed Sacrament-Our Lady of the Divine Shepherd Parish, Trenton, will host a parish retreat, Nov. 18, beginning at 9:30 a.m. and concluding with Mass at 4 p.m.
Medford parishioner turns heartbreak to heroism
Years after losing his beloved wife, Phyliss, 74-year-old Joseph Badame of St. Mary of the Lakes, Medford – a Knights of Columbus member, a longtime parish ministry volunteer and a survivalist – was about to lose his home.
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