SCHOOLS

UPDATED: Pulling out the fundraising stops to save St. Paul School

When the school community of St. Paul, Burlington, was advised in early December that $250,000 was needed to be raised in order to keep their beloved school open, parents and stakeholders began to think outside the box in order to secure the necessary funds.

Two Red Bank Catholic schools closed after town electric malfunction

Students and staff in Red Bank Catholic High School and St. James Elementary School enjoyed an unexpected extension to their winter break after multiple underground explosions rocked the borough’s Broad Street Jan. 4.

Conference to highlight educational innovations, provide guidance to students

A special conference planned for February will offer sessions both for Catholic educators and students, revolving around urban education reform and its intersection with art and faith.

Chris-Math: Teaching math to students with a Christmas flavor

The annual extravaganza that puts a mathematical spin on the joys of the season lit up the week before Christmas break in All Saints Regional School, Manahawkin.

CYO of Mercer receives grant for new bus

Catholic Youth Organization (CYO) of Mercer County recently received a $20,000 grant award from The James Kerney Foundation, for the purchase of a new bus.

'Stroke Care' earns medical center an award

Our Lady of Lourdes Medical Center, Camden, has received the American Heart Association/American Stroke Association’s Get With The Guidelines®-Stroke Gold-Plus Quality Achievement Award.

Investors Foundation sponsors new CYO gym with grant

Children using the facilities at the Catholic Youth Organization of Mercer County Yardville branch can now play ball, thanks in part to a $15,000 grant from Investors Bank for the brand new gym.

Project PAUL receives generous donation of coats from Matawan Knights

Matawan Council Knights of Columbus, donated 72 winter coats to Project PAUL in Keansburg, Dec. 20. The coat donation was part of the Coats for Kids Drive.

Georgian Court receives state environmental honors

Georgian Court University, Lakewood, was recognized in December for its comprehensive approach to sustainability across its campus.

Rachel's Vineyard ministry will offer information night

Rachel’s Vineyard team members will offer a presentation about their retreat ministry and the healing power of God on Wednesday, Jan. 28 at 7:30 p.m. in St. Gabriel Church, 100 N. Main Street, Marlboro. Presenters will include Judy Warenkiewicz and other members of her team.

With a spirit of giving, parish reaches out to those in need

The spirit of Christmas arrived at St. Aloysius Parish a bit early this year, as the staff and parishioners of the Jackson faith community united in three service projects to benefit the surrounding area.

Holmdel Scripture study with Father Rojas

St. Catharine Parish, Holmdel, will host a Scripture study on “The Four Eucharistic Prayers” on the following Mondays: Jan. 19, 26, Feb. 2 and 9.

Donations stolen from parish to be returned after pair found, arrested

The community of St. Dorothea Parish, Eatontown, experienced some mixed emotions in the hours leading up to Christmas Day.

Parish begins 2015 in spirit of outreach, fellowship

On New Year’s Day around Sacred Heart Parish, Bay Head, activities such as watching football games and the Mummers Parade are put aside. Instead, parishioners focus on the Corporal Works of Mercy by reaching out to people in need.

RBC student draws winning respect life logo

The logo depicting a mother’s profile supporting the outline of an infant was the clear winner of the diocesan Respect Life Ministry’s Loving Life 2015 logo contest.


The Evangelist, 40 North Main Ave., Albany, NY, 12203-1422 | PHONE: 518-453-6688| FAX: 518-453-8448
© 2024 Trenton Monitor, All Rights Reserved.