PARISHES

St. Leo the Great family’s resilience in faith, each other felt around the Diocese, beyond

Open any door to any home, and behind it, you’ll find a story. One filled with laughter and tears, family and loneliness, challenges and decisions, love and despair.

Ewing pastor remembered for compassion, presence, care of the sick

Trinitarian Father Thomas Morris, the pastor of Incarnation-St. James Parish, Ewing, who died suddenly Nov. 2, was remembered as being a priest with “the heart of a good shepherd.” 

Manalapan deacon, parish communities work to address diaper needs in Monmouth County

The idea to start collecting diapers for families in need some was borne of compassion for children living in poverty.

Toms River’s Mario Minervini remembered as champion for life

Words don’t fail Respect Life champions in the Diocese when they reflect on the life of Mario Minervini, who died Sept. 28 at age 96.  

Funeral Mass for Trinitarian Father Thomas Morris scheduled

Bishop David M. O'Connell, C.M., will be principal celebrant of a Mass of Christian Burial for Trinitarian Father Thomas Morris, pastor of Incarnation-St. James Parish, Ewing, who died suddenly Nov. 2. The Mass will be at 11 a.m. Nov. 7 in St. James Church, 11 East Paul Ave., Trenton. There will …

Diocese’s gem within a gem featured in new video series ‘Beauty Heals’

A 600-year-old work of art in Trenton is getting attention in a national video series...

Diocese’s gem within a gem featured in new video series ‘Beauty Heals’

600-year-old artwork in Trenton's Sacred Heart Church is getting new attention as part of a national video series... 

Holy Eucharist’s Give-N-Treat to deliver Halloween to New Lisbon

Holy Eucharist Parish, Tabernacle, is working to make Halloween a joy-filled experience for its neighbors living in New Lisbon Developmental Center on Oct. 26.

Marlton DRE honored with award for excellence in catechetical leadership

Linda Mueller has developed a deep appreciation for what it means to form people of all ages in the Catholic faith. 

Mass gives hope, healing to health care workers

Health care professionals from across the Diocese were recognized for their hard work, sacrifices and faith during a Mass Oct. 18 in St. Luke Church, Toms River.

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 ...


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