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At 85, Diocesan PTA Council readies for another year
Nearly 200 diocesan officials, school administrators, teachers and parents joined Bishop John M. Smith Sept. 25 for the 85th Annual Conference of the Trenton Diocesan Council of Parent-Teacher Associations.
Carrying out the work of St. Vincent de Paul in Mercer County
Around Mercer County, more than 100 members of the Society of St. Vincent de Paul tirelessly work in parishes to continue the work of the saint, who 350 years after his death is still an inspiration for serving the poor and vulnerable in society.
At 130 Years, St. Andrew Parish celebrates the past, looks to the future
Since 1880, the ever picturesque little white, wood-framed St. Andrew Church that’s situated along Monmouth Road in the bucolic center of Jobstown, has stood as a testament to the historic faith community of that section of Northern Burlington County.
Holy Eucharist Parish celebrates legacy of St. Vincent de Paul
As the local Vincentian family gathered in parishes throughout the diocese last weekend to mark the Feast of St. Vincent de Paul on the 350th anniversary of his death, the work he inspired them to do went on just as always, including in Holy Eucharist Parish, Tabernacle, where the conference …
Asbury Park parishes look to the future
As an ongoing effort to secure the future of the faith in greater Asbury Park gathers momentum, more than 150 members of the four area parishes gathered Sept. 12 to share prayers, fellowship and each others’ stories at the Renaissance banquet hall, Ocean.
With Grateful Hearts
There was much reason to celebrate for the community of Divine Mercy Parish Oct. 3, as the faithful Catholics of various ethnic backgrounds marked five years since the formation of the parish, which was created from the merger of Holy Cross, St. Stanislaus and Sts. Peter and Paul Parishes in …
Fifth anniversary was time for parish to give thanks and remember
“Unique” and “diverse” were the adjectives that Msgr. Edward Arnister used to describe the community in Divine Mercy Parish, Trenton. But the parish's diversity, combined with the strong faith of its parishioners that has lasted for generations, has been a key to making the first five years of the merged …
Heart of Worship
All who gathered at the Fifth Annual Charismatic Rally in Holy Innocents Parish, Neptune, readily agreed that the event was a catalyst for spiritual renewal and vibrant awakening.
Long Time Coming
Several hundred members of St. Mary Parish, Barnegat, gathered Sept. 25 to celebrate an occasion anticipated for three years: the dedication of its new parish center alongside its new worship site, St. Mary of the Pines Church in Manahawkin. Web Exclusive special extended versionCLICK HERE FOR PHOTO GALLERY
Father John Corapi to offer evangelization conference in Newark
Renowned preacher Father John Corapi will make a rare appearance in New Jersey when he speaks at a one-day conference to be held in Newark Oct. 30.
'Small, But Mighty'
The image of children participating in Mass and waving flags in celebration poignantly told the story of St. William the Abbot Parish, Howell, as it commemorated its 25th anniversary during a Mass of Thanksgiving Sept. 25.Click here for photo gallery
Mercy Day Welcome: Coadjutor Bishop O'Connell visits Georgian Court University
Coadjutor Bishop David M. O’Connell, C.M., went “back to school” for the first time since arriving in the Trenton Diocese with a Sept. 23 visit to Lakewood’s Georgian Court University.
Conference focuses on collaboration in addressing abortion
A diverse group of academics, policy advocates and other leading thinkers gathered for a unique conference on the campus of Princeton University to explore ways to combat the complex issues that fuel the high number of abortions in the U.S.
El Centro serves as model to other Catholic Charities agencies
In conjunction with receiving Catholic Charities USA’s Family Strengthening Award, El Centro de Recursos para Familias hosted a three-day site visit for representatives from Catholic Charities agencies across the United States, including a visit from Congressman Chris Smith.
Life Chain gives peaceful witness against abortion
Groups of concerned Catholics around the diocese joined hands with other pro-life individuals Oct. 3 to stand up for the value of life at all its stages. Life Chain, the silent witness that takes place annually throughout the nation on Respect Life Sunday, provided an opportunity for participants to stand …
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