PARISHES
Mass for health care workers Oct. 18 in Toms River
The dedication and service of health care workers will be recognized during a Mass Oct. 18 in St. Luke Church, Toms River.
Fatima procession in Keyport unites faithful in love of Mary
Standing before a statue of Mary illuminated by candles and car headlights, Father Rene Pulgarin jubilantly announced, “Tonight we made history! Now Keyport knows we have a Catholic church, and its name is Our Lady of Fatima!”
First Life Chain in Barnegat seeks to convey message of hope
“The mother is the only one who can stop an abortion.” Such was the sentiment expressed by Felicia Massari as she reflected on what it meant for her to participate in the first ever Life Chain hosted by St. Mary Parish, Barnegat.
Blessing of animals takes virtual approach in Brick parish
The beloved tradition of blessing of pets in observance of the Feast of St. Francis of Assisi was upheld in many parishes around the Diocese on or near Oct. 4.
Burlington Altar-Rosary Society celebrates 100-year mission
On the first Sunday of every month, members of the Altar-Rosary Society in St. Katharine Drexel Parish, Burlington, gather ...
Medford Knights honored with top Star Council Award
The presentation of a Star Council Award to a Knights of Columbus Council “is truly a distinction of a well-rounded council.”
Keyport parish plans Fatima procession, bilingual Rosary
A Shore-area parish named for the Blessed Mother will honor her with a public procession and the recitation of a bilingual candlelight Rosary.
Soldier, Brick parishioner lauded for being ‘peacemaker’
The late Staff Sgt. Vincent P. Marketta exemplified the core values of the U.S. Army, observed Father Edward Blanchett during a Mass of Christian Burial Sept. 18 in Visitation Church, Brick.
1,000 faithful attend 9/11 Mass with Bishop
On the evening of Sept. 11, a fall-like breeze blew across the grounds of St. Mary Church, carrying with it messages of guidance and hope.
Parish prays for dignity of all people during Prayer Service to Promote Racial Unity
The flickering of flashlights, cell phones and glowsticks illuminated their path as parishioners traveled the grounds of St. Catharine of Genoa Church, Holmdel, the evening of Sept. 9.
Three parishes unite for special service project
A lot more goes into each Blessing Bag for the impoverished than everyday hygiene and food items and a new pair of socks. Prayers, well-wishes and hopes for better tomorrows are also part of the package.
Macirowski blends skills, technology and prayer to compose musical tribute to Our Lady
The summer concert series in St. Mary Parish, Colts Neck, was not cancelled this year because of all the rules and regulations surrounding the COVID-19 pandemic.
COVID-19 Emergency Fund a huge success for Toms River parish
Father Mark Kreder kept things simple when he began encouraging donations through the Diocese’s COVID-19 Emergency Fund back in March.
New catechetical leaders set to serve in parish ministry
A number of parishes around the Diocese are welcoming new staff to oversee their religious education programs and other catechetical offerings as teaching lessons move to new models this year during the coronavirus pandemic.
Religious education teaching models may be changing, but mission holds true
Pilar Acosta is facing a unique task: coordinating both the religious education programs and adult faith formation in not just one, but three languages – English, Spanish and Polish.
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