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Interfaith discussion to look at environmental stewardship
A panel of religious leaders representing different faith backgrounds will come together in Princeton Jan. 25 to discuss what each of their religions teaches about the importance caring for the environment.
Role of Church seen in defeat of same-sex marriage bill
The Catholic faithful in New Jersey, who spoke loud and clear to their legislators about the importance of preserving the definition of marriage as a union of one man and one woman, clearly made a significant impact when the final votes were cast on the proposed same-sex marriage bill.
Keyport parish at the ready to help Haitian brothers and sisters
Haiti is a country that is very near and dear to the hearts of parishioners of St. Joseph Parish, Keyport, and with great concern they have been keeping close watch as events unfold in the aftermath of the Jan. 12 earthquake.
Taking the 'plunge' for Catholic education
Freezing temperatures, howling winds, icy sand, and the mere thought of brutal breath-stealing ocean water would be enough to deter many from even visiting the beach in January. Conventional wisdom, however, did not stand the test of time or temperature Jan. 10 as 300 people united for a cause charged …
In Asbury Park, a compelling need to help Haiti
In Holy Spirit Parish, Asbury Park, where some 250 Haitian families are coping with the loss of friends and family members back home, the mood has been somber, reflective and prayerful since the 7.0-magnitude earthquake struck Jan. 12.
CBA raises $19,500 for Haiti
Christian Brothers Academy, Lincroft, presented a check for $19,500 that students raised for the Haitian relief effort to the Catholic Medical Mission Board Feb. 4.
Unwavering Dedication to Life
On the 37th anniversary of the Supreme Court decision in Roe v. Wade, concerned citizens from around the country - including hundreds of Catholics from parishes and schools of the Diocese of Trenton - embarked on a journey to the nation's capital to make their voice heard during the annual March …
Life in the Spirit retreat to help families fan spark of faith into flame
The Mother of God Community, a Catholic Charismatic Covenant Community in Monmouth County, will sponsor a Life in the Spirit retreat for families to celebrate the fruits of the Holy Spirit Feb. 19-20 in Mater Dei High School, New Monmouth.
Catholic men to unite for Christ
Catholic men in the diocese will have the opportunity to come together in prayer and worship during the Lenten season at the 13th annual Catholic men’s rally March 6. This year’s gathering, coordinated by the Catholic Men for Jesus Christ, will be held in Trenton Catholic Academy, 175 Leonard Avenue, …
TCA students welcome Gov. Christie during Catholic Schools Week
Students from Trenton Catholic Academy represented the Diocese of Trenton in meeting new governor Chris Christie as part of Catholic Schools Week.
Students put creative talents to work for Haiti
Students in Trenton Catholic Academy at McCorristin Campus, Hamilton, are using their creative energies to help their brothers and sisters in need with the “Houses for Haiti” project.
Bishop Smith named honorary chairman of Catholic Schools Week
Mater Dei High School and St. Mary (Grammar) School, part of St. Mary Parish, New Monmouth, named Bishop John M. Smith their honorary chairperson for Catholic Schools Week and recognized him during a special Mass and luncheon Feb. 2.
Trenton Catholic Academy students welcome bishop, hear from alumni panel
The Upper School at Trenton Catholic Academy, Hamilton, kicked off Catholic Schools Week Feb. 1 with a visit from Bishop John M. Smith and Superintendent of Schools and Secretary of Catholic Education JoAnn Tier.
Effort underway to prevent closing of ISJ School
Following the announcement that Incarnation-St. James School, Ewing, would be closing its doors this year due to declining enrollment, a growing group of parents, parishioners and supporters are working on a plan to save the school.
A Place to be Church
If you ask Father Phillip C. Pfleger, pastor of St. Isaac Jogues Parish, Marlton, about the parish’s newly-built catechetical center, he’ll chuckle and say, “Finally, we have some space!”The parish's new Holy Family Catechetical Center was dedicated following a Mass celebrated by Bishop John M. Smith Feb. 13.Click here for …
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