Community ID cards offer dignity, security to local residents

‘Let Me Help You’ – Every Thursday on the campus of St. Stanislaus Church, Trenton, which is part of Divine Mercy Parish, volunteers are there to assist persons in need of Community Identification Cards. Joe Moore photo Local Catholics are joining in the effort to give all people a sense of belonging through the use of community identification cards for residents of several towns in the Diocese of Trenton. More ... Monday, July 19, 2010

Hog Heaven

A gathering in the parking lot of Holy Innocents Church, Neptune, celebrated a special group of riders and offered prayers for safety on the road at the second annual blessing of motorcycles. See photos from the blessing here More ... Thursday, July 29, 2010

Like Jesus, the carpenter

When word spread of a Medford family's need to make their front porch handicapped accessible for their 10-year-old daughter, who has cerebral palsy, members of the community pitched in to answer their prayers. More ... Friday, July 23, 2010

Catholic faith a source of strength for World Cup soccer player

From humble beginnings in local Catholic Youth Organization games to playing in the World Cup, a strong faith has always accompanied U.S. soccer star Oguchi Onyewu onto the field. More ... Tuesday, July 13, 2010

Podcasting priest brings Gospel message to iPhone

Apple users can now hear the Good News by tapping into Father Jay Finelli's popular iPadre podcast anywhere, anytime thanks to a new application for the iPhone, iPad or iPod Touch. More ... Wednesday, July 07, 2010

Mini-retreat gave couples a chance to be renewed, refreshed

Couples flocked to Maris Stella retreat house to spend some quality time together and to renew their commitment to the "Art of Marriage." More ... Friday, July 02, 2010

Helmets for Life

After her son suffered a tragic skateboarding accident, Joan Kret spoke up to share her story so that others would know that helmets truly can save lives. More ... Wednesday, June 30, 2010

All About the Mission

Following a dynamic 22-year career, Catholic Charities executive director Fran Dolan is getting ready to settle into retirement when he turns 65 this March. From his work with families in need to raising awareness of the social concerns of people of all faiths living within the four counties of the Diocese of Trenton, Dolan’s life has been defined by a strong faith and continued dedication to carrying out the mission of Catholic Social Teaching. He’s also left an indelible mark on the agency that he has headed for more than two decades and – although he’ll gain some free time to spend with family after handing over the reigns of Catholic Charities to his eventual successor – he has no intentions of calling it quits when it comes to serving those most in need. More ... Friday, June 25, 2010

Blessing of the Fleet

For more than three decades, the Borough of Barnegat Light has paid tribute in words and music to the people who have helped to build the local fishing industry into the thriving community it is today.  More ... Thursday, June 24, 2010

Prayer in the palm of your hand

For those who are already tuned in to the latest technologies, there are no shortage of opportunities to enhance your prayer life through easy-to-use applications. More ... Wednesday, June 23, 2010