PARISHES

Handel's 'Messiah' in West Long Branch

St. Michael Parish, 800 Ocean Ave., Long Branch, will present Handel’s Messiah Dec. 21 at 7 p.m. in the church.

Classic Car Club members restore 'a Vette for a Veteran'

Members of the Classic Car Club at St. John Vianney High School, Holmdel, are doing a lot more than just admiring hot rods these days – they are volunteering their time on an overhaul and restoration of a vintage Corvette.

Princeton eighth-grader wins essay contest on Holocaust

Claire King, eighth-grader in St. Paul School, Princeton, was recognized as one of three New Jersey student winners of the Fifth Annual Holocaust Essay Competition.

Motivational speaker draws 1,000 to 'Reboot! Live!' for messages of love, togetherness

“Welcome!” Kristen Brindley said as she handed “Joy to the World” reflection books and pens to the hundreds entering the gymnasium Feb. 1 in St. James School, Red Bank, for an evening of evangelization and music. Irish folk music greeted the 1,000 faithful as those from the parishes of St. …

Students, school future key to outgoing St. Paul chief

When retiring principal William Robbins considers what he will miss most about St. Paul School, Burlington, the lifelong educator answers without hesitation: “The children. That’s what I was in this for.”

Toms River school an honor to serve, retiring leader says

Michele Williams has been involved in Catholic education for most of her adult life, and whether it was as parish director of religious education or in a Catholic school setting, the ministry is something she has found to be “life giving.”

An Occasion of Joy: Barnegat parish celebrates 75 years as a community of faith

The atmosphere was charged with jubilation as St. Mary Parish, Barnegat, commemorated the 75th anniversary of its founding..

Bereavement group begins winter session Jan. 9 in Forked River parish

“Journey Through Grief” is a bereavement support group sponsored by members of St. Pius X Parish, Forked River, who are experienced, certified bereavement facilitators who emotionally and spiritually support those who are grieving the death of a loved one.

Beloved Hamilton bakery to re-open with new Trenton Catholic Academy connection

Loyal customers of the 90-year-old Eet Gud Bakery will be pleased to know the Hamilton fixture will open for business as usual Jan. 16 under new ownership, purchased by someone who has the community’s interests at heart. Tracey Destribats, director of advancement and development for Trenton Catholic Academy, Hamilton, purchased …

Farmingdale parish's Back to School drive brings in 2,500 supplies

As schoolchildren ready for the new academic year, the newly formed Social Concerns Commission in St. Catherine of Siena Parish, Farmingdale, wanted to begin the season with impact – specifically, with a service project appealing to both kids and adults.

Prince Edward visits Georgian Court University for rounds of tennis

Georgian Court University hosted Prince Edward, Earl of Wessex, for a short visit Sept. 13 to the university’s Lakewood campus. Prince Edward, third son of Queen Elizabeth II and Prince Philip, visited the university and played Court Tennis as part of a two-week visit to the United States to raise awareness of …

Good Counsel Homes banquet scheduled for Oct. 25

Good Counsel Homes-South Jersey, which provides assistance to homeless, pregnant women and their children, will hold its 12th annual fundraising banquet Oct. 25 from 6 to 9 p.m. in The Merion, 1901 Route 130 South, Cinnaminson.

Five schools in Diocese receive prestigious Blue Ribbon Schools distinction

Calling it “an extraordinary accomplishment for the Diocese,” Bishop David M. O’Connell, C.M., congratulated five Catholic schools of the Diocese of Trenton that received word Oct 1 that they had achieved the coveted “2018 National Blue Ribbon Schools” designation from the U.S. Department of Education. St. Catharine, Spring Lake; St. …

More than 700 gather with Bishop for annual Catholic Schools Mass

Wearing bright smiles, students representing 40 Catholic schools from around the Diocese processed down the center aisle of St. Robert Bellarmine Co-Cathedral Oct. 11, proudly carrying their school banners at the start of the annual Catholic Schools Mass. “All I can say is, ‘Wow!” Bishop David M. O’Connell, C.M., said …

Guadalupe torches inspire parishes to combine community efforts, devotions

As the 15 torches honoring Our Lady of Guadalupe make their way across the Diocese of Trenton, their journey is marked by celebration, excitement and devotion. And their impact has been one of unity for Catholics of all backgrounds and their common love for the Blessed Mother. Whether fusing the …


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