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Morning Star House of Prayer celebrates 50 years in Ewing
On the campus of Villa Victoria Academy, Ewing, stands a quiet place of spiritual retreat ...
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EMMALEE ITALIA
| October 10, 2024
At NJ Rally and March, pro-life advocates show resolve in ending abortion, supporting women
The first statewide New Jersey Rally and March for Life ...
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EMMALEE ITALIA
| September 27, 2024
Princeton speaker series kicks off with Bishop on topic of St. Paul
Addressing those gathered in the St. Paul Parish spiritual center Sept. 24, Bishop David M. O’Connell, C.M. ...
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EMMALEE ITALIA
| September 25, 2024
Newly installed pastor pledges to be 'spiritual father' for Princeton parish
St. Paul Parish, Princeton, marked the official installation of ...
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EMMALEE ITALIA
| September 24, 2024
Award winner says catechists called ‘to meet families where they are’
Lisa Ann Limongello wears many parish catechetical leader ...
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EMMALEE ITALIA
| September 18, 2024
Diocese welcomes Petrillo as associate director of Marriage Ministries
In his new role as ...
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EMMALEE ITALIA
| September 10, 2024
Webinar to discuss ways Catholics can promote civility in politics
To better understand how faith can inform civil discourse, Catholics are invited to join ...
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EMMALEE ITALIA
| September 9, 2024
First annual NJ statewide Mass and March for Life poised to draw thousands to Trenton
Anticipation is growing as pro-life advocates from across New Jersey prepare to convene ...
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EMMALEE ITALIA
| September 9, 2024
A Fresh Start: New academic year embraced by Diocese’s Catholic school students, teachers
The familiar anticipation of the first day of school captures students and teachers alike.
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EMMALEE ITALIA
| September 8, 2024
Bishop joins St. Dominic community for patron saint's feast
Relishing the opportunity to commemorate their parish’s patron, the feast of St. Dominic ...
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EMMALEE ITALIA
| September 4, 2024
Growing with the Church: Father Dunlap inspired to teach, lead others to understanding
While 50 years of priesthood is certainly an occasion to celebrate for Father William Dunlap ...
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EMMALEE ITALIA
| July 29, 2024
‘Nothing but Gratitude’: Father Schlageter finds priestly vocation rewarding
Fifty years since he took his first vows, Conventual Franciscan Father Robert Schlageter ...
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EMMALEE ITALIA
| July 28, 2024
Father Curtis Kreml, former pastor in Point Pleasant Beach, laid to rest
Parishioners, friends and fellow Franciscans gathered ...
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EMMALEE ITALIA
| July 27, 2024
‘The Lord filled my heart’: Sister Marge looks on 50-year anniversary with gratitude
Mercy Sister Marge Scarpone says that, in 50 years of religious life, “What I have found ...
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EMMALEE ITALIA
| July 26, 2024
‘A Quieter Life’: Father Hesko looks forward to prayer, charity after 40-year ministry
As Father Daniel Hesko considered his 40 years of priesthood and looked forward to retirement ...
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EMMALEE ITALIA
| July 25, 2024
Catholic Charities’ 35th Guardian Angel Dinner Dance set for Sept. 25
Helping to support essential services to more than 110,000 New Jersey residents annually ...
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EMMALEE ITALIA
| July 25, 2024
Seven social service entities awarded grants from Bishop Ahr endowment
A total of $10,000 in grants from the 2024 Bishop George W. Ahr Endowment Fund was awarded to seven ...
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EMMALEE ITALIA
| July 20, 2024
Collection for retired priests to coincide with World Day for Grandparents, Elderly
Recognizing the inherent value of older community members, the fourth annual World Day for ...
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EMMALEE ITALIA
| July 11, 2024
Father Butch given Blessed Michael McGivney Award by Knights
Within a year of assuming the role as pastor of St. Anselm Parish, Tinton Falls, Father Brian Butch ...
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EMMALEE ITALIA
| July 11, 2024
CCDOT joins national campaign to promote agency’s ‘mighty source for good’
As Catholic Charities USA begins its national media campaign “We Are There,” Catholic Charities ...
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EMMALEE ITALIA
| July 9, 2024
New Jersey pro-life advocates invited to Trenton for show of solidarity Sept. 26
Two events planned in Trenton Sept. 26 will allow pro-life advocates from across the state a chance ...
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EMMALEE ITALIA
| July 9, 2024
Permanent diaconate program to undergo restructuring, refocus
A restructured program for deacon preparation is set to be rolled out this fall ...
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EMMALEE ITALIA
| June 18, 2024
Princeton, Mercer agencies unite in flag-raising for Mental Health Awareness Month
In recognition of National Mental Health Awareness Month, representatives from Catholic Charities ...
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EMMALEE ITALIA
| June 7, 2024
STEM intensive pairs Mount Holly fifth graders with military base
From robotics to geography to creating clean water, ...
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EMMALEE ITALIA
| June 7, 2024
National Eucharistic Pilgrimage comes to youth of Manahawkin
Young people from the Diocese of Trenton and students in St. Mary Academy, Manahawkin, ...
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EMMALEE ITALIA
| May 29, 2024
Loving God, others inspires Rev. Mr. Wynne Kerridge as he approaches priesthood
With June 1 ordination to the priesthood on the horizon, Rev. Mr. Wynne Kerridge knows his ...
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EMMALEE ITALIA
| May 20, 2024
National Eucharistic Pilgrimage coming to Trenton Diocese
From four corners of the nation, pilgrims are accompanying Jesus Christ in the Most Blessed Sacrament ...
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EMMALEE ITALIA
| May 14, 2024
‘Living Faith with Joy’: Bishop O’Connell’s priesthood defined by trusting God, teaching
A mystery to no one who has been in his presence more than a few minutes, a singular focus on the Lord ...
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EMMALEE ITALIA
| May 10, 2024
As ordination nears, Rev. Mr. Brian Meinders says experience enriched his faith
The path to the priesthood was not a straight road for Rev. Mr. Brian Meinders, but he hopes ...
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EMMALEE ITALIA
| May 9, 2024
Marianne Hartman reaches 40-year mark in serving Diocese’s communications ministry
It has been four decades since Marianne Hartman began her...
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EMMALEE ITALIA
| May 9, 2024
Repairs planned for historic buildings housing Mount Carmel Guild through government grant
The 165-year-old house and annexes from which Mount Carmel Guild has assisted those in need ...
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EMMALEE ITALIA
| May 9, 2024
Former NFL star destigmatizes mental health challenges in honest talk with students
What Caleb Campbell is most proud of, he told Donovan Catholic students, isn’t his recognition as ...
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EMMALEE ITALIA
| April 24, 2024
Preparing educators for advantages, challenges of artificial intelligence in schools
The use of artificial intelligence in education is now a reality, offering both unprecedented advantages ...
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EMMALEE ITALIA
| April 15, 2024
Video series on Jesus, Eucharist to support Revival efforts in parishes
Small parish groups may use a new seven-part video series created by the National Eucharistic Revival ...
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EMMALEE ITALIA
| April 14, 2024
Rep. Chris and Marie Smith defend life, human dignity for half century
To dedicate one’s life for the protection of something or someone – this concept of “standing in the breach” ...
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EMMALEE ITALIA
| April 14, 2024
Catholics asked to petition state legislators for nonpublic school transportation, nursing funding
With Gov. Murphy’s proposed budget for Fiscal Year 2025 now in the hands of the state legislature ...
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EMMALEE ITALIA
| April 11, 2024
Persistence, faith align in music competition award for Manahawkin student
“How do you get to Carnegie Hall?” the old joke begins. “Practice, practice, practice!” ...
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EMMALEE ITALIA
| April 3, 2024
TCPA student awarded Msgr. Crean Scholarship toward college
The Holy Name Society awarded its 2024 Rev. Msgr. Crean Scholarship to a Trenton Catholic ...
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EMMALEE ITALIA
| April 2, 2024
At empty tomb, disciples recall Jesus’ words, Bishop tells Princeton parish
Bishop David M. O’Connell, C.M., reminded Catholics at St. Paul Parish just how memorable ...
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EMMALEE ITALIA
| April 1, 2024
Sister Brunilda Ramos follows devotion to God from one ‘shattered soul’ to next
If anyone asks Religious Teachers Filippini Sister Brunilda Ramos, M.P.F., how she is doing on any given day ...
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EMMALEE ITALIA
| March 14, 2024
Flavorful Fridays: It's okay, use the fancy dishes
Since childhood, my mother has loved tableware, collecting beautiful china and real silver platters.
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EMMALEE ITALIA
| March 13, 2024
Annual Catholic Appeal encourages all to ‘put on love’ when considering a gift
With a renewed focus on building greater unity among the faithful, their parishes and the Diocese ...
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EMMALEE ITALIA
| March 12, 2024
Mercy Sister Carole MacKenthun makes children’s education a personal mission
The many threads of Mercy Sister Carole MacKenthun’s life weave together in a tapestry of service ...
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EMMALEE ITALIA
| February 16, 2024
Students start nonprofit to improve recess
Brooke and Riley Pulaski have taken their Catholic school lessons on outreach to heart by establishing ...
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EMMALEE ITALIA
| February 14, 2024
Sacrifice sharpens appreciation for the simple
During a recent small group session at my parish when discussing the Eucharistic meal of the Mass ...
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EMMALEE ITALIA
| February 13, 2024
'Tolton’ a powerful story of venerable priest’s triumph over prejudice
The multimedia production “Tolton: From Slave to Priest” gave ...
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EMMALEE ITALIA
| February 13, 2024
Black and Indian Mission Collection set for Feb. 18
The annual National Collection for the Black and Indian Missions will be taken up in the Diocese Feb. 18 ...
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EMMALEE ITALIA
| February 10, 2024
Strengthening marriage and influencing culture the goal of World Marriage Day
Celebrating the sacred union of husbands and wives, World Marriage Day Feb. 11 and National Marriage Week ...
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EMMALEE ITALIA
| February 7, 2024
National collection aims to rebuild Church in Central and Eastern Europe
Still reeling from 70 years of communist oppression, countries of the former Soviet bloc will be ...
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EMMALEE ITALIA
| February 6, 2024
UPDATE: Youth encouraged to look for God’s intended purpose
From praise and worship and Eucharistic Adoration to ...
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EMMALEE ITALIA
| February 5, 2024
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