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Reaching out to Catholics struggling with faith
There are simple approaches one can take when encountering others who are either struggling with their Catholic faith or those who might be considering returning to the Church after having been away.
Catholic women's group marks quarter century of faith-filled service
The Catholic Women of Zion, a ministry which aims to nurture women’s spiritual, mental and emotional needs by reinforcing the traditional teachings of the Church, is celebrating its 25th anniversary Feb. 8 during a half-day retreat to be held in St. William the Abbot Parish, Howell.
For contest winner, new logo is all about the bonds of love
When Rachel Rogers considered entering the 2014 Loving Life Logo Contest, she reflected on the theme and asked herself a question: What does “loving life” really mean?
OLMC after-school program earns acclaim
The after-school program in Our Lady of Mount Carmel School, Asbury Park, has been judged one of the 15 best STEM projects in the nation and is primed to receive further public honors this coming March.
Oldest Catholic School in Ocean County marks milestone
To hear Conventual Franciscan Father Robert Benko tell it at the noon Mass heralding the start of Catholic Schools Week in St. Peter School Jan. 26, “kick-off day,” in the Point Pleasant Beach school is always a marvelous blend of solemnity and celebration.
Catholic Women of Zion gathering
Catholic Women of Zion Chapter II will hold a mini-day retreat for women March 1 from 9 a.m. to noon in St. Pius X Parish Hall, 300 Lacey Rd., Forked River. Women are invited to attend the 8 a.m. parish Mass.
'One in Faith' presentation
St. Ann Parish, Lawrenceville, will host a presentation on “One in Faith, the Joy of the Gospel for the Life of the World” Feb. 23 from 2 to 4 p.m. in the church, 1253 Lawrenceville Rd.
Holy Cross School develops science stars
Detectives, astronomers, an inventor and an artist are the temporary personas assumed by seven students from Holy Cross School, Rumson, who were tapped for the Stars Challenge, a prestigious science enrichment program for top middle school students, hosted by Monmouth University.
Students learn to 'Say Something' about suspicions
Grim facts about human trafficking, gang affiliation and drug abuse were presented in an upbeat, music-filled assembly at Trenton Catholic Academy Jan. 30. Sponsored by the N.J. Attorney General’s Office and the N.J. Human Trafficking Task Force, the “Say Something Assembly” program gave the fifth through 12th grade classes the …
St. Elizabeth's 'Communion Closet' aids communicants in need
St. Elizabeth Parish, Avon, is helping its youngest parishioners to say yes to the dress… and suit. The Monmouth county parish has created a “Communion Closet” of gently-worn dresses and suits for families unable to afford a special outfit for their child’s special day. Parish director of religious education
Shroud replica to be displayed in Hamilton
St. Josaphat Ukrainian Catholic Church, Hamilton, will display a life-sized replica of the Shroud of Turin for Christian faithful of all denominations from Feb. 15 through 28. Veneration of the shroud is open to the public from 6 to 9 p.m. each evening.
St. Gabriel community celebrates rededication of church
It was a joyous day, Feb. 9, when the faithful of St. Gabriel Parish, Marlboro, gathered to witness the re-dedication of their recently renovated church by Bishop David O’Connell, C.M.
St. Benedict Parish selected to take part in Parish Catalyst conference
When representatives of 12 Catholic parishes from around the United States and Canada gathered for a three-day workshop on Dynamic Discipleship, they were presented with a monumental challenge.
Society prepares for new pantry in Asbury Park
Just a few months after it officially opened, the St. Peter Claver Center is ready to begin a food pantry to fulfill its mission of serving the local community, thanks to the dedication of some volunteers of the St. Vincent de Paul Society of Holy Spirit Parish, Asbury Park.
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