PARISHES
Mount St. Mary professor breaks down the process, necessity of apologetics
“Apologetics is a strategy, or subset of evangelization – it’s about bringing people to Christ, so that he can give them the gift of faith. Don’t get attached to the argument; if apologetics isn’t work, be willing to try another avenue of evangelization.” This clarification and more came from Dr. …
Catholic magazine recognizes Howell, Toms River schools as innovations finalists
Two schools in the Diocese were recently selected by Today’s Catholic Teacher magazine as finalists in its Innovations in Catholic Education Awards. In all, 12 awards were presented across four categories for innovative projects in: promoting Catholic identity, curriculum and instruction, technology integration and total community involvement.
Faith, friendship mingle at annual St. Patrick's Day Parade in Belmar
The missionary spirit of St. Patrick was evident in every aspect of the Belmar-Lake Como St. Patrick’s Day Parade, as first responders, schools, parishes and the community at-large came together to ensure that the 46th annual celebration was a success.
St. Patrick' Day events planned across Diocese
The celebration of St. Patrick’s Day on March 17 is quickly approaching, and parishes and schools around the Diocese are gearing up to commemorate the feast of Ireland’s beloved saint by joining in festivities taking place throughout the month. Following is a schedule of events that have been announced.
Mardi Gras celebration a success thanks to Cohort 9 collaboration
It may have been a friendly wager between two parishes that led to the idea of a Mardi Gras celebration, but it was pure Cohort cooperation that brought it to a fun-filled fruition the afternoon of March 3.
'How Big Is Your God' workshop planned in Point Pleasant Beach
St. Peter Parish, Point Pleasant Beach, will host a workshop entitled “How Big is Your God? Change Your Vision, Change Your Life,” March 20 at both 9:30 a.m. and 7 p.m. in the parish’s Kolbe Hall. The presenter is Carol Pisani, pastoral associate for lifelong faith formation in St. Peter …
Determination proves fruitful for Hopewell Valley linked parishes during Festa Italiana
“How threatening can it be to come together to eat meatballs, spaghetti, salad and dessert?” With a smile on his face, that was the question Msgr. Michael J. Walsh asked when he reflected on the number of parishioners who came to the pre-Lenten Festa Italiana held March 2 in the …
Community Center to observe Sexual Assault Awareness Month
In observance of April being Sexual Assault Awareness Month, St. Francis Counseling Service will offer the following programs to raise awareness throughout Ocean County.
Vacation Club to hold registration April 8
St. Francis Community Center, 4700 Long Beach Boulevard, Long Beach Island, will hold registration for its Vacation Club April 8 starting at 4:30 p.m.St. Francis Community Center, 4700 Long Beach Boulevard, Long Beach Island, will hold registration for its Vacation Club April 8 starting at 4:30 p.m.
Feast of St. Joseph celebrates a man 'known to fulfill promises'
Tuesday, March 19, marks the Feast of St. Joseph, patron saint of the universal Church and Jesus' earthly father. Pope Francis describes St. Joseph as "a man who doesn't speak but obeys, a man of tenderness, a man capable of fulfilling his promises so that they become solid, secure."
Bishop speaks of St. Joseph's faithfulness at feast day Mass
Very little may be known about St. Joseph, the man who quietly stood by the Blessed Virgin Mary as her husband and served as Jesus’ earthly father, plays an integral role in the salvation of all mankind.
Presentation on 'Revelation'
St. Gregory the Great Parish, Hamilton Square, will host a presentation on “Revelation – Public and Private” April 1 at 7:30 p.m. in the chapel located at 4620 Nottingham Way.
Interfaith panel to discuss immigration, sanctity of person
St. Robert Bellarmine Co-Cathedral, Freehold, will host an interfaith panel discussion on immigration April 10 at 7:15 p.m. in the church at 61 Georgia Road.
'Spiritual Freedom' to serve as focus of parish mission in Hamilton
Developing a better understanding about spiritual freedom and how true freedom can only come from true acceptance of Christ will be explored during the Easter season by five Mercer County parishes.
Divine Mercy Conference scheduled
The 14th Annual Divine Mercy Conference, sponsored by the Marian Fathers of the Immaculate Conception and Franciscan Friars of the Renewal, will be held April 6, 9 a.m to 5:30 p.m., in Cardinal Spellman High School, Bronx.
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