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Marian Crowning event promises prayer, inspiration
A Marian crowning event sponsored by the Lady of All Nations Prayer Group, Toms River, will include a day of prayer, inspiration and reflection.
Parish religious stores offer items for faithful
What can you buy that person in your life that seems to have almost everything?
Walk-a-thon to support homeless, pregnant women
“Tess” recalled the mix of emotions she experienced when she first learned that she was pregnant. As a single mother, she was scared and stressed because she was alone and uncertain about her future. She knew that she was “not ready to be a mother.” On the other hand, she …
Cars can fly in Villa Victoria Academy
Using only lifesavers, tape, straws and paper, students in the Young Engineers Club in Villa Victoria Academy, Ewing, were recently challenged to build a car that could move two meters with just the use of air. Through creativity, hard work, and many failed attempts, the students figured out the car …
Georgian Court University president Sister Rosemary E. Jeffries to conclude presidency
Mercy Sister Rosemary E. Jeffries, who has served as president of Georgian Court University, Lakewood, since 2001, announced May 7 that she will conclude her presidency in June 2015. Her decision follows a 2013 contract extension in which she agreed to serve for two more years.
Notre Dame students preserve prom experience for local teens
For many high school students, attending a junior or senior prom is one of the most significant milestones for the four-year experience.
New board of governors formed at Mater Dei Prep
In an effort to advance the mission of Catholic education in the Bayshore area of Monmouth County, Mater Dei Prep, Middletown, has announced the formation of an inaugural board of governors.
A Thousand-fold Journey -- Catechist takes on 1,000-church challenge from students
When Robert Seaman’s fourth grade religious education students challenged him to visit 500 churches, he responded, “Why not make it 1,000?”
St. Dominic Parish builds vocations ministry
The vocations ministry within St. Dominic Parish, Brick, began three years ago after parishioner Dorothy Nocera began speaking with the pastor, Msgr. James Brady, about the DVD film, “Fishers of Men.”
Holy Cross HS competition makes math exciting
The winners are in for the Holy Cross High School, Delran M. Dennis Dranchak Memorial Mathematics Competition held April 7.
Parish to sponsor Mass and novena for cancer patients and their families
Incarnation-St. James Parish, Ewing, will hold a Mass and novena to St. Michael of the Saints, the patron saint of cancer patients, from May 31 to June 8 at their Incarnation Church worship site. A relic of the saint will be available for veneration each evening.
Parish presentation on the Sacrament of Marriage
“How to Get Married in the Catholic Church” will be the topic of discussion to be held May 27 at 7:30 p.m. in Pedata Hall of St. Joan of Arc Parish, Marlton.
High school rally calls students to defend life
St. John Vianney High School, Holmdel, offered a vibrant, informative, thought-provoking Respect Life Rally April 30, where the school brought in speakers from the area who are passionate about promoting a culture of life.
Parishes embrace shared heritage, mission as unification nears
Since the late 1800s, the light of faith has shone brightly on Catholics in the picturesque Bayshore area known fondly among locals as “The Highlands.”
A Unifying Holy Card
The icon and accompanying prayer, both of which are shown above, form a holy card that’s to serve as a spiritual aid as the faithful of OLPH and St. Agnes parishes work toward unifying their two communities.
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