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Affirming Our Integrity
Prevention is the Driving Force of Protection: Diocesan Code of Pastoral Conduct, policies, procedures and statements; Virtus training.Campus Ministry
Campus Ministry Coordinator:
219 Pompton Road
Haledon, New Jersey 07508
973-595-6184, 973-720-3524
Fax: 973-595-5312
Rev. Louis J. ScurtiCouples' Guide
Pastoral Policies & Guidelines for Marriage Preparation for The Catholic Church of New JerseyDIOCESAN CHOIR: The choir is made up of choir members, organists, pianists, and choir directors from parishes throughout the Diocese of Paterson. The choir sings at all Diocesan Liturgies at Saint John the Baptist Cathedral in Paterson. These Liturgies this year include: The Chrism Mass and the Priesthood Ordinations.
For More Information call: Paul Kusler at (973) 334-2090 x205 or by email pkusler@saintpeterthe apostle.org
Directions
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Directions To League CYO Games
Please Arrive One Half Hour Before The Scheduled Start (Ready To Play)Driving Directions
Directions to School locations throughout the Diocese...HSA Federation
Information about the Diocesan Federation of Home School Associations.Internet Resources
Catholic Youth and Young Adult Ministry Resources on the InternetOffice for Parish Catechetics
The Office for Parish Catechetics assists parishes by resourcing and offering direct service in meeting the diocesan priorities in the areas of catechetical leadership/education. The office strives to enable parish catechetical leaders to implement diocesan policies (i.e. catechist certification, Confirmation, Eucharist and Penance) that touch upon the catechetical ministry of the Church.Office of Family Life
Consultant for Family Life
Mrs. Marie Ryan, (973) 777-8818 ext. 264
Section containing information regarding the following: Marriage Preparation Guidelines, Couples' Guide and Natural Family Planning...Office of Multi-Cultural Ministries
The Office of Multi-Cultural Ministries is a pastoral services office, assisting multicultural parishes to assesses, prioritize and meet the needs of our growing Hispanic population in the areas of leadership training, spiritual/catechetical formation and youth ministry development. In union with the objectives of the National Pastoral Plan for Hispanic Ministry, this office makes recommendations for the evangelization of Hispanics and endeavors to raise consciousness throughout the diocese concerning the unique gifts and needs of our Hispanic Catholics. Presently, there are two consultants available for support and resources, as well as to coordinate short and long-range formation programs.Office of Respect Life
Consultant for Respect Life
Dr. Mary Mazzarrella, 777-8818 ext. 269Office of Youth and Young Adult Ministry
The Office of Youth Ministry and Young Adult ministry assists parishes in establishing, designing and implementing youth and young adult ministry. Primarily, the office offers parish coordinators of youth ministry support, resources and leadership training. Additionally, the office is responsible for the coordination of CYO athletics for the diocese, assistance to the chaplain for Boy Scouts and Girl Scouts in their respective ministries, and resourcing parishes in their ministry to young adults.Passaic-Clifton CYO
Game Schedules:, Directions, Required Forms and Results
Click Here to visit the site.Protecting God's Children
Currrent information and latest updates concerning the Diocesan policy, methods and procedures for reporting and preventing clerical sexual abuse.Restoring Trust - A Chronology
Claims of clergy sexual abuse against minors have fixed the attention of the U.S. Bishops for approximately 15 years. Presented here is a chronological account of the assistance offered dioceses through the National Conference of Catholic Bishops/U.S. Catholic Conference from the year 1982 through the present.The Diaconate Office
DIACONATE OFFICE
205 Madison Ave., Madison 07940
973-443-9300, FAX 973-443-4140
DIRECTOR OF DEACONS: Rev. Msgr. Robert M. Diachek, D.Min.Upcoming Young Adult Ministry Events
5th Annual NJ Young Adult Conference, June 14, 2008
Upcoming Youth Ministry Events
World Youth Day 2008, July 15-20, 2008, Sydney, AustraliaVocations Office
VOCATIONS OFFICE
737 Valley Rd., Clifton 07013, 973-777-2955, FAX 973-777-4597Vocation Director: Rev. Thomas Fallone
Assistant Vocation Director: Rev. T. Kevin CorcoranVocation Board:
Rev. Thomas Fallone, Rev. T. Kevin Corcoran, Rev. Stanley Barron, Rev. Brando Ibarra, Rev. Mark Olenowski, Rev. Brian SullivanADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT: Ms. Maria Nunez
VOCATION AWARENESS CHAIRMAN: Sr. Jane FeltzWorkshops & Seminars
Click Here to learn more about the current offerings of scheduled workshops and seminars..."The Church is counting on you"
Empowered by the Eucharist, laity called to be light and love of Christ
DENVILLE Pope John Paul II s call to laity at the start of the Third Millennium still echoes through the Church today, according to Dianne Traflet, assistant dean at Seton Hall University s School of Theology in South Orange."Godspell Jr" is a hit at Holy Spirit School
The performing arts are alive and well at Holy Spirit School, Pequannock. That was obvious as the student body performed "Godspell Junior" April 1 and 2 to standing ovations in the school gymnasium. Ricky and Rosemary Russell, parents of a kindergarten student at the school, directed and choreographed the shortened version of the popular musical."I was in prison and you came to me."
Bishop celebrates Mass, baptizes, confirms inmates at correctional facility
MORRISTOWN - Bishop Serratelli visited the inmates at the Morris County Correctional Facility here and celebrated Mass on Tuesday of Holy Week, April 2."The time is now'
New $2.2M facility to give Sparta parish, school more elbow room
Students at Rev. George A. Brown Memorial School here couldn't be more thrilled - an extensive $2.2 million addition/renovation project in progress is expected to give them a cafeteria, a new gym and three new classrooms.Bishop celebrates Masses at two schools to mark Catholic Schools Week
Throughout the diocese, students celebrated Catholic Schools Week from Jan. 28 to Feb. 3 through many events such as vocation day presentations, talent shows, open houses, school trips and Masses to honor "the Good News in Education."'A Catholic Woodstock'
YONKERS, N.Y- Ricky Russell comes with plenty of "show biz" experience warming up a crowd, having sung back up in an act that opened concerts for contemporary Christian recording artist Amy Grant. But last Saturday, the singer/actor was blessed to lend his voice to help prepare the enthusiastic throng of faithful for what he called a "once-in-lifetime" event - Pope Benedict XVI's visit with youths at St. Joseph Seminary, Yonkers, N.Y.'A gift to the Diocese'
'A gift to the Diocese'
Vespers service marks World Day for Consecrated Life
Calling those in religious life serving the Paterson Diocese a "precious gift from God to the diocese," Bishop Serratelli thanked all the religious sisters, brothers and priests Jan. 28 at St. John Cathedral for all they do in serving the Church of Paterson. [full article...]'A new perspective'
Behavioral health workshop gives principals fresh insights
WAYNE - As schools began classes this week, principals from Catholic schools around the diocese attended a children's mental health and behavioral workshop in partnership with the diocesan schools office and Catholic hospitals serving the diocese.'Adult stem cells saved my mom's life'
Word by word and line-by-line, 12-year-old Erik Massenzio is already changing the world and making a difference. The sixth-grade student at Rev. Brown School here wrote an inspiring essay on a right to life issue that is in the forefront of today's society and its scientific community: the difference between using adult stem cells and embryonic stem cells for finding cures for diseases.'All Are Welcome'
Our Lady Queen of Peace Parish celebrates 60th anniversary
WEST MILFORD - When Father Fredrick Walters first became pastor of Our Lady Queen of Peace here in the Hewitt section in July 2004, he fondly remembers the first Mass he celebrated in the church.'At the Ranch'
Mountain Lakes youth learn about Scripture at Vacation Bible School
MOUNTAIN LAKES - St. Catherine of Siena Parish here became Avalanche Ranch last week as 100 children and 75 youth and adult volunteers participated in Vacation Bible School.'Blessings from tragedies'
Port Authority officer tells how deep faith helped him though 9/11 ordeal
SPARTA - At 9:59 a.m., the South Tower of the World Trade Center had collapsed. Thirty minutes later, the North Tower followed, crashing to the ground in a giant pile of twisted steel, concrete, glass, dust and countless lives, laid to waste.'Blue Ribbon School'
U.S. Department of Education gives national award to Madison school
MADISON - Last Thursday, St. Vincent Martyr School here got a big surprise from the U.S. Department of Education - a 2005 No Child Left Behind Blue Ribbon for the school's consistent academic excellence. As one of only four N.J. schools to receive the Blue Ribbon, St. Vincent's - which offers grades K through 6 - was recognized for being a model "of excellence and equity" that maintains a strong commitment to educational excellence for all students.'Burying the Alleluia'
Ancient ritual to be revived at cathedral
The ancient ritual of "Burying the Alleluia" will be revived in the diocese at 4 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 18 in St. John Cathedral here. Bishop Serratelli will preside at the ritual to which the faithful in the diocese are invited to participate. It will be part of the diocesan Cathedral Concert series that will follow a performance of John Rutter's "Requiem" by the Ars Musica Chorale with Robert Long as director and conductor, according to Father Edward Lambro, the Cathedral Concert's artistic director.'Burying the Alleluia'
Parishioners of St. John Cathedral in Paterson carry the burial case containing the "Alleluia" scroll to begin a solemn procession to its resting place. Bishop Serratelli officiated the ancient ritual of "Burying the Alleluia" - preserved in monasteries since the Middle Ages - which was revived by the diocese in the cathedral, Feb. 18, the last Sunday before Lent began. A performance of John Rutter's "Requiem" by the Ars Musica Chorale preceded the ritual.'Christ is'with us'
Delegates return from Black Catholic Congress 'on fire'
PATERSON - The 11 diocesan delegates to the 10th National Black Catholic Congress, held July 12-15 in Buffalo N.Y., came back to Paterson last week, not only "on fire" with a reinvigorated spirituality, but also with the renewed hope and vitality needed to address many of the challenges facing the African-American Catholic community.'Christmas for Our Troops'
Succasunna students remember Marines serving in Iraq
SUCCASUNNA - The students at St. Therese School here are bringing the joy of the Christmas message of giving from their hearts to a group of brave U.S. troops serving overseas in Iraq as they fill Christmas stockings to bring a sense of home and Christmas to the military men and women.'Cloth of Sorrow'
Butler parishioners sew cloth to drape over crucifix during Easter
BUTLER - For parishioners at St. Anthony Parish here, "The Cloth of Sorrow" truly is the fabric of their lives. During the 40 days of Lent, the parish community has brought pieces of cloth to represent the hurt, pain, sorrow or grief they are carrying in their hearts and in their lives. On Palm Sunday, these pieces of cloth, measuring six inches by six inches, were collected and sewn together to form a new cloth that was draped over the church's crucifix at the Mass of the Lord's Supper on Holy Thursday and will continue to hang in the church throughout the Easter season.'Community outreach'
Catholic Charities agency is host site for CAP
Diocesan Catholic Charities is now the host site for the Child Assault Prevention Project (CAP) covering both Morris and Passaic counties. Hope House in Dover, an agency of diocesan Catholic Charities, has hosted Morris County CAP for about a year. This month, Ellen Gallagher was appointed coordinator for Morris and Passaic counties and she will oversee programs for both counties from her office at Hope House. She and her husband Frank live in Vernon with their family.'Family Atmosphere'
CLIFTON - St. Paul School here celebrated 90 years of educating young Catholics in a "family atmosphere" last weekend with a "special delivery" from United Parcel Service - a new $25,000 language lab, equipped with 25 computers. Dedicated by Father Victor Mazza, St. Paul's pastor, on Sept. 17, and funded by a UPS Foundation grant, the lab will benefit both the school students and the community.'Freedom Through Education' theme of 26th Tri-County Scholarship awards dinner
WHIPPANY - Benefactors, students and guests gathered at the Hanover Marriott here Oct. 29 to celebrate the 26th annual awards dinner of the Tri-County Scholarship Fund. "Freedom through Education," the theme for the evening was affirmed in the welcome given by Tim Duffy, chairman for the evening. He described the organization by saying "It has touched the hearts of children and is making the world a better place, one person at a time."'God and sports'
It's not about scoring points: 'Live for the Lord' urges ex-NFL player
CHATHAM- Sports used to be Harry Flaherty's life. And by age 22, the football star at Holy Cross College in Massachusetts was "on top of the world" and at the top of his game - he had signed to the Philadelphia Eagles as a linebacker.'God has His own way'
Nigerian-born seminarian never gave up in quest for priesthood
NETCONG - Hard-won patience and perseverance are finally paying off for Abuchi Nwosu, a diocesan seminarian, who anticipates being called to ordination as a diocesan priest next year - 23 years after he started pursuing the priesthood.'God's Plan for a Joy-Filled Marriage' to be held in diocese
Marriage-prep founder tells students: We are not meant to be alone
So declared Damon Clarke Owens, founder of "God's Plan for a Joy-Filled Marriage NJ," a supplemental marriage-preparation course, during a talk on "Sex, College Students and God" recently to about 20 members of the Catholic Campus Ministry Club of William Paterson University, Wayne. Martial sex, Owens said, emphasizes an essential element in God's plan - "We are not meant to be alone."'God's Plan for You'
Delbarton campus minister's book answers young people's questions about family
What possibly can the "Star Wars" movies, the Pittsburgh Pirates baseball team, the children's book "Are You My Mother?" and carpentry say to young people today about the Church's teachings on dating, love, marriage, sex and family?'Going green'
Chatham school becomes more 'in tune' with the environment
CHATHAM - Enthusiastic students at St. Patrick School here have jumped right into an innovative new religious-based program to help their school "go green" - and become more environmentally friendly. But first, many of the school's 465 students had to get their hands dirty and "talk trash" - about recycling and garbage, that is'Growing In Service To The People Of God'
PARSIPPANY - A grateful Bishop Serratelli told the permanent deacons of the diocese that the Lord has chosen them to "bear the Good News of God's grace" through the "gift of your ordination" during diocesan diaconate convocation Nov. 5. During the gathering, held at St. Peter the Apostle School here, Bishop Serratelli told 242 deacons, their wives, and priests: "The Church must spread the Gospel." The work of evangelization, he said, "belongs to the essential constitution of the Church."'Hard as Nails' retreat inspires teens to approach their faith 'hands-on'
CEDAR KNOLLS - The scene at Notre Dame of Mount Carmel Church here this past Sunday seemed unusual - dozens of teens stood paired off in the parish hall, hugging each other and crying. Some embraces lasted 10 minutes.'Highly Flammable'
Conference sets a spark in young adults to evangelize
STIRLING - For young adults "to set the earth on fire," the key is through evangelization according to N.J. Young Adult Conference 2006 keynote speaker Caroline Gambale, youth minister of St. Joseph Parish in Hillsborough. The conference, under the theme "I have come to set fire to the earth and how I wish it were already blazing" from Luke's Gospel, was held June 10 at St. Vincent DePaul Church here.'Home away from home'
Paterson Adult Day Center celebrates 30 years of service
PATERSON - If you met Susie Alston, you would be surprised to find out she's 90. The retired Paterson resident still moves actively and can still recall the first time she walked through the doors of the Paterson Adult Day Center here, a place for seniors to socialize, improve their quality of life and celebrate their golden years.'I can't believe we are in America'
WEST MILFORD - The Mudaheranwa family has experienced two "big arrivals" in 2007 - the birth of son in May and the native Rwandan family's "arrival" to the United States on Labor Day weekend, almost four months later.'I will be praising everything'
Dover parishioner left successful Calvin Klein job to pursue priesthood
WEST MILFORD - One young boy raises his hand during religious education class at St. Joseph Parish here. The bright child asks a question about the priesthood - a simple, unassuming gesture that nevertheless makes his teacher, Raymond Orama, smile. It also makes the diocesan seminarian a bit more optimistic about the future of the clergy.'In tune' with Blessed Mother
Mother's faith journey strikes chord with Pompton Lakes songwriter on 'rosary' CD
POMPTON LAKES - As a young man, George Pereny of St. Mary's Parish here never regularly prayed the rosary. So what inspired 58-year-old Pereny, who has penned lyrics to dozens of rock songs, to sit at his kitchen table with pen and paper to write the words of an ambitious 14-song "rock opera" about the rosary, titled "Rosza"?'Iraq is finished with the Christians'
Sussex couple seeks to help persecuted Christian family members flee Iraq
SUSSEX - No doubt, Peter and Awatef Constant of St. Monica Parish here are worried about the never-ending bloodshed in their native Iraq that Americans are seeing on TV newscasts every night - an endless stream of disheartening reports of killings, kidnappings, bombings and political unrest.'Jesus in the house'
Stirling parishioner's new book gives parents tips on creating a faith-filled home
It's almost too amazing to imagine - sitting down in a house in Jesus' time, actually watching and listening as Jesus tells one of his parables right there in front of you. As you imagine this amazing biblical scene, you may wonder even further - were other disciples sitting at a table? Was the room crowded? In his new book, Allan Wright, a parishioner of St. Vincent de Paul here, invites readers to pull up a front-row seat in many of the homes Jesus visited in Scripture. Not only that, readers of "Jesus in the House: Gospel Reflections on Christ's Presence in the Home" can learn how the actions and words of Jesus instruct us today about the critical role of the family in society, faith and raising children.'Jesus is our life ... Viva'
At St. John Kanty in Clifton, Vacation Bible School truly was a "Fiesta." Thirty children participated in the weeklong Bible study and celebrated by saying, "Jesus is our life! Viva!" Bishop Serratelli visited the VBS on Aug. 1 where he was presented with an authentic Mexican sombrero. Conventual Franciscan Father Raphael Zwolenkiewicz, pastor of St. John Kanty (left) led the VBS in song and dance. For more photos and story, see Page 8.'Jesus, I trust in you'
Divine Mercy Sunday celebrated in parishes around the diocese
WAYNE - The image came so clear to St. Faustina, a young Polish nun in 1931. It was an image of Jesus clothed in a white garment with his right hand raised in blessing. His left hand was touching his garment in the area of the heart. Two rays shined through, one in red for blood, one in white for water. She was filled with awe as she gazed at the image but also with great joy. Jesus told St. Faustina to paint this image and the signature: "Jesus, I trust in you."'Jogging Jesuit'
Loyola's 'For Generations to Come' endowment campaign kicks off with NYC marathon run
MORRISTOWN - His legs felt like they were on fire. But somehow, Father Charles Moutenot was able to stay "in the groove" for about 10 miles. With perspiration pouring down his face, the Jesuit priest was pushing his body to its limits as he ran the 2006 ING New York City Marathon Nov. 5.'Kids Need to Play and Pray'
Father Valenti
Youth Center at Paterson parish keeps youth off inner city streets
By Cecile SanAgustin
Beacon Staff
Beech Street here, where St. Anthony Parish is located, is a tough inner city neighborhood. But during these hot, steamy summer evenings, you won't see many youths hanging out on street corners where trouble brews. Instead, they have found refuge at the parish's Father Valenti Youth Center, thanks to the Salesians who minister at St. Anthony's.'Laughs4Lives'
Catholic school student illustrates comic book to 'draw' attention to, raise funds for Darfur relief
MORRISTOWN - The statistics that have originated from the genocide in Darfur are depressing - nearly 450,000 people from western Sudan have been killed or died of disease and as many at 2.5 million people have been displaced.'Like, totally!'
St. Virgil graduate writes novel that tells adolescent girls to 'be yourself'
It sounds a bit too coincidental that Francesco Sedita, author of "Miss Popularity," a novel for adolescent girls, was himself voted Most Popular in his eighth-grade class at St. Virgil School here. "But it's true," 33-year-old Sedita, of St. Virgil's Class of 1988, confessed last month in front of 300 students gathered in the gym at his alma mater. "I had forgotten about it. Then one day, I was flipping through my grade-school yearbook. I was Most Popular - out of 12 students," he said, laughing'Listen for God's call'
At pizza gathering, Bishop asks men of diocese to listen for God's call to priesthood
CLIFTON - Last week, while speaking to a group of young men of the diocese, who are considering the priesthood, Bishop Serratelli made a seemingly provocative statement about today's growing vocations and priest shortage - "There is no vocations crisis."'Love the unlovable'
Leon Bass can never forget the man's face - skeletal-looking with those dark, sunken, sad eyes. A young Bass had witnessed so much human suffering, brutality and death while he and his fellow soldiers liberated Buchenwald concentration camp in Germany at the end of World War II. But the now-retired African-American educator still can't shake one of his most horrific memories on that day in 1945 - seeing the ghostly face of that death camp survivor. Bass still weeps, when he talks about it.'Making a difference' to those who seek help at the Father English Center
PATERSON - Honoring the legacy of Father Francis English, who was pastor of the former St. Boniface Parish here until his murder in 1974, happens everyday at diocesan Catholic Charities' Father English Multi-Purpose Community Center here, which carries on the late priest's legacy.'Marathon man'
Clifton priest runs to raise funds for St. Philip's youth
By the 14th mile of the Marine Corps Marathon in Washington, D.C., Father Szurek's legs were burning and his lungs felt like they were on fire. Yet this 31-year-old parochial vicar of St. Philip the Apostle Parish here never really "hit the wall" - never got overly exhausted - while running the grueling 26.2-mile course through the nation's capital on a cold but sunny Oct. 28 morning'New era' at St. Luke's as parish turns 25
LONG VALLEY - St. Luke Parish here is looking back as the vibrant faith community begins celebrating a quarter-century of staying true to its original mission - to serve as the spiritual home of Catholics here in this beautiful, bucolic corner of southwest Morris County.'Not on our watch'
Catholics urged to 'move forward with action' to stop Darfur genocide
CONVENT STATION - As a concerned Catholic, you have been moved by the staggering statistics the horrible genocide in Darfur, Sudan, has produced thus far - more than 400,000 people killed and more than 2 million displaced from their villages. Then how, living in the U.S., can you help end the genocide in that war-torn East African nation?'Nuestra Familia Catolica'
Catholic Extension Society launches bi-lingual magazine for Hispanic Catholics
Read the pages of Nuestra Familia Catolica (Our Catholic Family) magazine and one is welcomed with a banquet of warmth and flavor while learning about missions in the United States with a Hispanic Catholic vibe.'One child at a time'
Dominican children come to diocese for healing and hope
It is a familiar scene at the arrival gate in any airport - family and friends reuniting with their loved ones with hugs and happiness. On May 1 that same scene occurred for 36 children, arriving in Newark Liberty Airport from the Dominican Republic as they met the "host parents" they will be staying with while they receive healthcare here. The only difference was they were meeting them for the first time.'Open our ears and loosen our tongues'
Week of Prayer for Christian Unity is marked across the diocese and the world
CLIFTON - During the week of Jan. 18 - 25, Christians worldwide came together to pray in union with one another for each other and a world that is divided by racism, intolerance and war. In all three counties of the diocese, several parishes joined together with ecumenical groups and celebrated with their Christian brothers and sisters through prayer services, fellowships and meetings.'Pastoral priorities' for fostering vocations outlined in plan
Bishop Serratelli unveiled the diocese's new Strategic Action Plan, "Stirring into Flame: Creating a Vocation Culture in the Diocese of Paterson," March 16 at Convocation 2006 at St. Peter the Apostle School here. The initiative identifies ways we can respond to the plan's five "pastoral priorities" for fostering vocations: praying, evangelizing, experiencing, mentoring and to inviting - as a diocese, as parishes and as individuals.'Queen of the Angels, Queen of the May'
Annual Crowning of Mary draws parishioners from around diocese
MOUNTAIN LAKES - The celebration of the Blessed Virgin Mary's coronation brought Catholics from all over the diocese together to honor the "Queen of the Angels, the Queen of the May" on Monday evening May 8 filling St. Catherine of Siena Church here, to honor their queen. Bishop Serratelli led the May crowning attended by several priests of the diocese, religious sisters of various orders and faithful from parishes across the diocese, many of whom boarded buses to be a part of the diocesan event.'Rosza' rock opera CD sounds a note for joy, hope and peace this Advent season
'Servi Dei'
Clifton parish's youth group grows charismatically in prayer
Each Saturday teen-agers everywhere can be found at local shopping malls, movie theaters and restaurants hanging out and having a good time enjoying typical teen-age activity.'Some day your cousin is going to be a saint'
Pequannock family hopes for canonization of cousin, The Venerable Father Solanus Casey
Imagine the thrill of discovering a famous artist or politician, who has taken up a branch on your family tree. Take that a step further - imagine the double blessing of having in your family background a possible saint, especially a humble Capuchin priest, known for facilitating God-given "favors" on behalf his many dedicated believers.'Something more'
Youth Day with bishop 'pumps up' faith of diocesan young people
MORRISTOWN - This past Sunday afternoon, close to 1,000 high-school teens and their adult leaders descended on the scenic, wooded grounds of Delbarton School here in a faithful search for "something more" in their lives - a deeper relationship with Christ.'Somewhere on a Cross'
Banner year for St. Jude musical duo gets even better with song on CD
BUDD LAKE - The year 2007 couldn't have seemed much bigger for musical partners Deacon Anthony Siino and Sherry Ottoson of St. Jude Parish here - promoting their first compact disc release, issuing a new single, giving their musical act a new name and going global by making their religious music available via the Internet.'The aura of a saint'
Christ the King parishioner helps promote Archbishop Sheen's cause for sainthood
The closing of the research phase of the cause for sainthood for Archbishop Fulton Sheen in the Diocese of Peoria, Ill., next month will reverberate loudly throughout the Paterson Diocese here, where the renowned Catholic evangelist had maintained many tight family and personal connections.'The Power of the Powerless'
For 32 years, Oliver de Vinck spent his days on his back in his bed. He had no discernable intellect. He was blind and deaf and couldn't walk or hold things. So how, five years after his death, was this helpless young man able to bend the ear of one of the world's most powerful men - President Ronald Reagan?'The Power Years'
Reach for your dreams by planning a fulfilling retirement
POMPTON LAKES - So Baby Boomers, now that you've transformed American society over the past 40 years, you can't wait to "shake up" your retirement years - reinventing them as well, armed with a ground-breaking sense of fun, love, vigor, adventure and the use of your talents to "give back" to others.'The Road to Holiness'
Bishop has meeting with Spain pilgrimage youth, chaperones
MOUNTAIN LAKES - Walking in the footsteps of the saints is what Catholics strive to do everyday in their lives but to have the opportunity to journey with them is a rare lifetime chance that many diocesan youth will be able to experience next summer.'Thirty Silver Pieces'
Budd Lake deacon hits high note with all-original CD of 'spiritually enhancing' music
BUDD LAKE - At a recent Sunday morning Mass, Deacon Anthony Siino sits at the large organ in St. Jude Church here, coaxing out the light, bouncy chords of "The Lord Is My Shepherd." As he plays, the congregation enjoys filling the worship space with the sing-along chorus melody of the wind-swept, calypso-inspired hymn.'Thou Shalt Not Blog'
SPARTA - The 261st pope, John XXIII was always involved with modern matters. Vatican II for example is a legacy he convened to update the Catholic Church in the modern world. Now in that modern world, the diocesan high school named after Pope John XXIII here is dealing with a modern matter - Internet safety that is being compromised by personal blog sites.'We are one human family'
Catholic Relief Services continues to be the U.S. Church's agency for aid overseas
For American Catholics who want to help their international brothers and sisters in need, they have a place to turn to in Catholic Relief Services (CRS). For more than 64 years, CRS has been the official international humanitarian agency created by the U.S. Catholic bishops for the American Catholic community's outreach. Through creating bonds of solidarity, the agency connects concerned Catholics with a way to provide assistance to people in 98 countries and territories based on need, regardless of race, nationality or creed.'We care for students all day'
Sacred Heart gives young students 'head start' on road to life of learning
With great excitement, the toddlers in pre-school class at Sacred Heart School here start singing a song to the playful tune of "Bingo." But they're not singing about a dog named Bingo. Instead, they are singing about a rabbit named Roger.'We Come to Worship Him' and meet 'd'r papst'
During one of the final World Youth Day (WYD) commissioning ceremonies in the diocese on Aug. 10, DePaul Catholic High School here sent off 32 enthusiastic young pilgrims now part of the diocesan contingent at the 20th World Youth Day in Cologne, Germany. During the journey, the DePaul students also are getting to know the school's new chaplain, Father Brian Sullivan.100 Year's Old
NEW VERNON Alice Benning makes turning 100 seem so easy. The very delightful and witty parishioner from Christ the King Parish here celebrated her 100th birthday on Dec. 27. In honor of her century celebration, the parish had a Mass of Thanksgiving and party for this special occasion inviting all parishioners to attend.125 Years
St. Anthony School in Butler celebrates a century and a quarter of Catholic education
BUTLER - One of the diocese's oldest Catholic schools, St. Anthony of Padua School here, turned 125 this year.125 years of faith
St. Thomas of Aquin Parish celebrates long tradition of Christian service
OGDENSBURG - A century and a quarter in the making, the close-knit St. Thomas of Aquin Parish here has maintained its own style of Christian service - faith community members just "pitch in" and lend a ready, able and helping hand145 Couples Renew Their Vows Before The Bishop
One hundred
and forty-one couples from parishes across the diocese who are celebrating their
25th and 50th wedding anniversaries this year were honored at the annual
diocesan Silver and Gold wedding anniversary celebration Oct. 9 at St. John's
Cathedral here. The bishop said in his greeting to the jubliarians, "You
all have smiles like when you were newlyweds but now with so many years of
happiness as you celebrate with your children and families."150 couples renew their vows before the bishop
Love was in the air at St. John Cathedral here when 150 couples from parishes across the diocese celebrated their 25th and 50th wedding anniversaries at the annual diocesan Silver and Gold wedding anniversary celebration Oct. 15.159 years of combined priestly service
Pastors in Clifton, Denville and Wayne will retire in June
CLIFTON - Bishop Serratelli has accepted the retirement of three longtime pastors in the diocese, effective June 13, the feast day of St. Anthony of Padua.1982-1985
NCCB/USCC staff assist personnel from two dioceses in appreciating the civil liability risks involved in child molestation cases.1986-1989
NCCB Committee on Priestly Life and Ministry begins to work with vicars for priests to help develop training programs. Dioceses develop more definitive personnel policies to respond to claims and training programs for policy implementation.1990 - 1999
Ecumenical and nonsectarian nature of problem strongly is emphasized and is subject of ongoing discussion with representatives of other denominations in the United States.2000 - 2002
Meetings with victims and victim advisory groups; meeting with English speaking bishops' conferences in Rome; reconstitution of the AHCSA with focus on education, prevention, review of diocesan policies for child-safe environments.2003
"Safe environment" guidelines sent to bishops; Charter requires dioceses to have "safe environment"-type programs.2004
Report on the Implementation of the `Charter for the Protection of Children and Young People' released on January 6, 2004.2006 Marketing Grants
The Diocesan HSA Federation recently awarded Marketing Grants to 5 schools.22-foot rosary brings hope to inner city community
PASSAIC - As two Marian feasts - the Immaculate Conception (Dec. 8) and Our Lady of Guadalupe (Dec. 12) - approach in the Advent season, the building at St. Anthony School here reminds all of Mary's great love for humanity. A 22-foot rosary hanging on the Oak Street side of the school building has been bringing the inner city community hope for all passing by that God is ever present in their lives.25 years of religious education
Long Valley parish honors Sister Barry with statue
Our Lady of the Mountain Parish here has dedicated a "permanent reminder" of Sister of Christian Charity Virginia Ann Barry, its religious education director of 25 years - a white marble statue of Madonna with the Children to honor her for her love and dedication to the parish's young people.38th Annual Murray House Dinner Dance
The Murray family held the 38th annual Murray House dinner dance Feb. 24 at the Brownstone in Paterson to benefit the work of the Department for Persons with Disabilities (DPD), an agency of diocesan Catholic Charities.50th Anniversary of Priesthood
Full Text of Bishop Rodimer's homily given at his Anniversary Mass celebrating 50 years of priesthood, May 19, 2001.English | Spanish 9/11 anniversary events set
To mark the sixth anniversary of the terrorists' attacks on Sept. 11, 2001, anniversary events are planned in the diocese in Stirling, Haledon and Totowa.9/11/01: Never Forgotten
St. John's Cathedral site for ecumenical prayer service to remember those lost
People remember the day like it was yesterday. Almost verbatim, Americans can recall hour by hour what they were doing when the events happened, yet it has already been four years since the 9/11 terrorist attacks on U.S. soil.97 Boy Scouts receive awards from bishop at 64th annual Mass
PATERSON - During the 64th Annual Boy Scout Sunday Mass and awards ceremony Feb. 11 at the Cathedral of St. John the Baptist here, Bishop Serratelli presented 97 Cub Scouts and Boy Scouts with various religious awards.A century of Franciscan charism at St. Mary Parish
POMPTON LAKES - St. Mary Parish here celebrates its 100th anniversary this year by charting a "new era" for the dynamic Franciscan faith community with a new staff for its nationally recognized youth ministry, the recent expansion of its social ministry and the opening of its new $3 million faith-formation center this fall.A day 'full of grace'
More than 3,500 journey on diocesan Marian pilgrimage to National Shrine
It was a day "full of grace" and many blessings as more than 3,500 diocesan pilgrims spent a day at the Basilica of the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception in the nation's capital to honor the Blessed Mother Sept. 29. It was Bishop Serratelli's first time leading the diocesan pilgrimage, which is held every four years.A Day Filled With Joy
Dreams do come true and it was a day filled with joy for the parishioners of St. Anthony Parish here who celebrated the dedication of the altar Dec. 10 in the new Corpus Christi Chapel by Bishop Serratelli. The blessing and dedication of the altar is the final celebration in making a five-year dream complete - St. Anthony's Parish Center. The idea for this type of facility began when Father Hernan Arias, pastor, saw a need to accommodate the fast growing parish community.A diocesan first: Bishop names Chief Operating Officer
For the first time in its 70-year history, the diocese has a Chief Operating Officer - Thomas J. Barrett of Oak Ridge - whose appointment was announced by Bishop Serratelli. And in another first, Barrett becomes the first layperson in the history of the diocese to be part of the chief leadership team, which consists of the bishop, Msgr. James Mahoney, vicar general and moderator of the Curia, and Sister Mary Edward Spohrer, a Sister of Christian Charity, who is chancellor/delegate for religious. It is also the first time, since Pope Pius XI established the diocese on Dec. 9, 1937, that the Paterson Diocese's leadership team consists of the bishop, a priest, a religious sister and a layperson.A First in Diocesan History
Girls Scouts invite Boys Scouts to celebrate religious awards together with the bishop
PATERSON - Bishop Serratelli presided over a "unique event in the history of the diocese" during last Sunday's 52nd Girl Scout Eucharistic Celebration and Award Ceremony - the first time the Girl Scouts and Boy Scouts have received their respective religious awards together in one recognition Mass.A Flood of Help
By now, at least one sad fact has sunk in for Lori Bacques of Metairie, La., and her family in the wake of Hurricane Katrina: There isn't much of their two-story house to go home to.A joyous day for the family
Bishop ordains Peter Steven Glabik to the diaconate in Our Lady of Mercy Church, Whippany. Click the link above to view a photo slide presentation of the ceremony.A New Bishop for Paterson
The Paterson Diocese this week rejoiced in welcoming its new spiritual leader and shepherd - Bishop Arthur Joseph Serratelli - who has already forged a close relationship with his new diocese.English | Spanish A perfect gift for Father's Day
Filippini sister's book a tribute to her dad's life of making others laugh
Ever hear the one about the bald barber, who carried a comb in his pocket? Sounds like the beginning of an old familiar joke, right? But it was essentially true in the case of the late Tony Palmeri, a bald barber from the northeastern Pennsylvania coal town of Pittston. This genuine "people person" loved turning his folicly challenged scalp into self-deprecating jokes like his retelling this classic gem, "My wife gave me a comb for Christmas. I'll never part with it."A Place to Play
Young Holy Spirit School alumnae build playground for students
Looking back on the days of childhood, almost every child can remember those first friendships on the playground as they freely swung on the swings or slid down the slide. With that in mind as the students at Holy Spirit School here get older, they can look back with appreciation to two alumnae, Kayla Gabriele and Donna Yang, both now senior honor students at Pequannock High School, who built a playground at their former school last month.A Special Bond
'Wetdown' of new Lake Hiawatha fire engine includes prayer and blessing with holy water by priest from St. Peter the Apostle Parish.A special Fourth of July
SPARTA - As fireworks explode and backyard barbeques are celebrated marking the 230th anniversary of the birth of our nation this July 4, the day will have special meaning for Father Albert Nix, pastor of Blessed Kateri Tekakwitha Parish here who became a U.S. citizen last month in Newark.A spiritual 'high note'
Through his liturgical music, seminarian realized God still called him to priesthood
KINNELON - Donatus Onyekachi Emeruem, a diocesan seminarian, draws a deep breath and starts singing a hymn - a bouncy melody reminiscent of many songs from his native Nigeria.A time for fellowship, friendship
Retreat for diocesan seminarians draws 26 to Mount Arlington
MOUNT ARLINGTON - Twenty-six diocesan seminarians had their annual retreat on Aug. 4 and 5 that was led by Father Tom Fallone, diocesan director of vocations, and Father Kevin Corcoran, assistant diocesan director of vocations. The retreat was held at the Clare Mount Franciscan/Felician Retreat House here that overlooks Lake Hopatcong in Morris County.A Vibrant Community
MORRISTOWN
- Now home to more than 25 ethnic groups, most of them Spanish-speaking, St.
Margaret of Scotland Parish here last weekend marked more than 75 years of
vibrant faith and of warmly welcoming the immigrant newcomers among us. Located
at Sussex and Speedwell avenues, St. Margaret's welcomed Bishop Serratelli, the
main celebrant of the faith community's 75th anniversary trilingual Mass,
celebrated in English, Spanish and Italian on Sept. 25. Concelebrating the Mass
were seven diocesan priests who grew up as parishioners of St. Margaret's -
Msgr. Herbert Tillyer, Msgr. Robert Carroll, retired Msgr. Charles Russo,
retired Msgr. Joseph Ciampaglio, Father Hernan Arias, Father John Pilipie, and
Father Brendan Murray.A voice for the needy
Retired diocesan priest calls work with CRS 'faith enhancing'
The stamps in the passport of Msgr. Joseph Ciampaglio, retired priest of the Paterson Diocese, keep coming and coming. As a member of Catholic Relief Services' (CRS) Priest Homilists Team, he has traveled to Sri Lanka, Guatemala, Madagascar and now the Southeast Asian country of Cambodia. His next trip will possibly lead him to Israel where he will spend time in December in Jerusalem. While these international trips have made marks on Msgr. Ciampaglio's passport, his work with CRS has also lead him all over the United States speaking at Masses about the international relief and development agency.A Warm, Welcoming 'Melting Pot'
Our Lady of
Mount Carmel in Passaic marks centennial
By MICHAEL WOJCIK
Beacon Staff
PASSAIC - It was 34 years ago, when Capuchin Franciscan Father Santo Sam Frapaul as a "summer assistant" first met the friendly parishioners of Our Lady of Mount Carmel Parish, an active multicultural faith community here.A weekend at the beach
College students attend retreat to reconnect with God, each other
MYSTIC, Conn. - A weekend away at the beach is not unusual for those seeking relaxation during the summer months but when reflections about faith and Jesus are included, those summer getaways become more than just relaxing in the sun - they truly become an all-inclusive way for spiritual enrichmentAcademy of St. Francis nurturing family atmosphere as enrollment blossoms
TOTOWA - With one more month until school begins, the staff at the new Academy of St. Francis of Assisi here has already been working all summer to prepare its students for a new venture in Catholic school education.Academy of St. Francis receives Middle States accreditation
TOTOWA - The Academy of St. Francis of Assisi, a newly created elementary school to open in September here, has already received accreditation from the Middle States Commission on Elementary Schools.Accident survivor, 7, receives First Communion from dad
ROCKAWAY TOWNSHIP - At 7-years-old, Roxann Peters already has much wisdom about life and how to truly live it. Whether it is a sleigh riding during the winter or a bike ride in the spring, those moments for Roxann are done with extra special joy. Even more special to her was receiving first Holy Communion last month at St. Clement's here. It was a day she looked forward to with much happiness and excitement.Action Alert - 08-02-2002 - S1718
Please enact expressions of gratitude to the individuals who were responsible for making S-1718 possible.Action Alert - 09-19-2002 - A2545
This bill extends the life cycle of both the public school Distance Learning Network and the Nonpublic School Technology Initiative.Action Alert - 09-26-2002 - HR5193
The Back to School Tax Relief Act of 2002 expands the higher education above-the-line deduction for up to $3000 of qualified elementary and secondary expenses at public, private, religious or home schools.Active in Serving Others
From Appalachia to Paterson, Teens at Mendham parish put faith into action
MENDHAM - Even after playing board games for several hours, 17-year-old Chris Belenski couldn't beat the skilled kids at the Summer Youth Program at Father English Community Center, Paterson. Now in his third summer with the program, Belenski took time out daily for two weeks in July to go to Father English with a group of up to 15 fellow young people from St. Joseph Parish here.Advertising Rates & Dimensions
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A Safe Environment Policy For The Roman Catholic Diocese Of Paterson, issued November, 2003 and focusing on parish religious education programs, parish life activities, Catholic schools, and all Diocesan agencies that serve children..Affirming The Course Of Catholic Education
Press Release
June 21, 2006
How shall we continue to serve the over 100,000 families who hope for a Catholic education for their children? We must plan and strategize and work to keep our system available, accessible and affordable. Our strategy must be a living process. We must think and work outside the proverbial box.After 30 years of faithful Mass attendance, 94-year-old received into the Church
BUTLER Some might ask: what prompted 94-year-old Harold Demarest a lifelong Presbyterian, who nevertheless has attended Mass at St. Anthony of Padua Parish here for more than 30 years to decide finally to become a Catholic last month?After a century, St. Anthony's parishioners remain connected to their faith
HAWTHORNE - Later this year Bishop Serratelli and retired Bishop Rodimer are scheduled to close the ongoing centennial celebrations of St. Anthony Parish here - a suburban faith community that continues to minister to several generations of dedicated area Catholics who have populated the parish. Meanwhile the faith community has been starting to serve a growing and active Hispanic population.Agency brings 'Hope' to many in diocese through Bishop's Annual Appeal
DOVER - Hope House, a diocesan Catholic Charities agency, truly lives up to its name. For 36 years, Hope House has continuously brought hope to the oppressed, the powerless and the needy. The multi-service agency helps those in need by providing affordable housing through its home sharing program, chore services and "Operation Fix-it" to provide repairs for seniors and disabled adults, substance abuse services, general counseling, prevention programs and services for people living with AIDS.Altar Dedication Is Last In A Triduum Of Celebrations
It is like a birth in a family when a new altar is blessed, and a day filled with joy for the Sisters of the Religious Teachers Filippini who celebrated at the Villa Walsh Motherhouse here the dedication of the altar of the new Holy Trinity Chapel in St. Joseph Hall, the new home health care center for the infirm and aged Sisters of the Religious Teachers Filippini.Ambassadors from Diocesan Catholic Charities help rebuild lives, homes in New Orleans
NEW ORLEANS - Hollygrove. Lakeview. New Orleans East. Three very different neighborhoods, miles away from each other here, but as Hurricane Katrina hit last Aug. 28, there was no distinction between the three. The homes in all three neighborhoods were among many other neighborhoods that experienced horrific destruction and damage due to the flooding caused by Hurricane Katrina.An Evening of Legislative Dialogue
PARSIPPANY - The diocesan Catholic community stepped into the political arena last week, passionately voicing its concerns to a panel of state lawmakers about an array of pressing and timely issues - from affordable housing and the busing of Catholic school students to stem cell research and human cloning.An Evening of Music
All parts of Holy Angels Parish's music ministry play together for first time at concert that draws 45
LITTLE FALLS - A hush comes over Holy Angels Church here, as a single flautist near the altar starts a hymn "All Who Are Gathered," intoning a soft melody. The gentle chords of a piano follow as Gerard Chiusano, music minister here, sings the chorus, which ends with "Here in the hearts of God's holy people, we find the presence of Jesus the Lord."
For if not us ~ who?
If not now ~ when?
If not to help God's people in need ~ why?Annual diocesan priests' picnic
Annual Priests' Picnic
The annual diocesan priests' picnic was held July 31 on the grounds of the former Bayley-Ellard high school in Madison. [Beacon photos/Joe Gigli]
Click Here for photo/slide showAnnual Diocesan Scouts' Retreat Focuses on 'The Living Eucharist'
WEST MILFORD - As Father Daniel Kelly was teaching a group of eager group Boy Scouts about the Eucharist last month, the Wayne priest thumbed through his own "homemade" book, "Boy Scout Recipes for Life." There, he found a recipe for - of all things - bread...Annual Financial Report
Click here to download/print the report.
The
information contained in this report has been extracted from various financial
statements which have been issued by the Diocese of Paterson and its related
organizations. The information presented here is available upon request by
contacting Joseph LiPari, CPA, Diocesan Controller, at the Diocesan Center.
Annual March for Life
WASHINGTON - "Defend Life," "Justice for All Born and Preborn," "Pray for Life."
These were just some of the signs pro-lifers carried at the 33rd annual March for Life here and no matter how they said it, the message was the same - end abortion and celebrate a culture of life. Guided this year by the theme Roe v. Wade Violates the American Way, hundreds and hundreds of Catholics from the diocese joined more than 100,000 pro-lifers in the nation's capital.Annual May crowning invites parishioners across the diocese to honor Mary
MORRISTOWN - "Hail Mary, full of grace." For countless Catholics, the beginning of Mary's prayer, as first spoken by the angel Gabriel, starts the intercession for anything they have ever hoped or dreamed. Because of her great intercession and love for humanity, parishioners from all over the diocese attended the annual May Crowning Monday evening May 21 to honor their queen - the Blessed Virgin Mary. Bishop Serratelli led the coronation for Mary attended by several priests of the diocese, religious sisters of various orders and faithful from parishes, many of whom boarded buses to be part of the diocesan event, held at St. Margaret of Scotland Parish here.Annual Priests' Picnic
Good Fellowship and Good Food
Bishop Serratelli lead the way as he and the priests of the diocese took part in the annual diocesan priests' picnic held on August 31 in Madison. Photos from the picnic can be found by following the link above.Annual senior citizens' party hosted by Paterson Catholic breaks record
PATERSON - Dec. 15 was a special day for more than 450 senior citizens who live in Paterson, Passaic, and the surrounding Passaic County towns. The students and faculty at Paterson Catholic Regional High School here treated them to an afternoon of food and fun at the school's annual senior citizen Christmas party.Answering God's Call
Clifton students hear the message of vocations
CLIFTON - To promote to the diocese's strategic action plan to create a vocation culture, Father Frank Weber, pastor of St. Brendan Parish, "helped stir into flame" that culture and held a question-and-answer forum for eighth-grade students from St. Brendan's and Sacred Heart School both here about vocations.Armless guitarist delivers a stirring message to Paterson Catholic students
PATERSON - Students at Paterson Catholic High School here couldn't help but leap to their feet and start singing along as Catholic recording artist Tony Melendez belted out the refrain of a popular Christian pop song - "Yes Lord, yes Lord yes, yes Lord." As they were clapping though, the students couldn't help but notice something else about Melendez's concert at Paterson Catholic last week - the singer-songwriter and guitarist preached not only through his instrument, his voice and his life stories but also through his feet.Around the Diocese: St. James of the Marches Church, Totowa
Bishop Serratelli celebrated Mass for the Third Sunday of Ordinary Time Jan. 22 in St. James of the Marches Church, Totowa.As Parsippany parish turns 25, youngsters show appreciation through art
PARSIPPANY - How do you say, "thank you" to a place that means so much to you? For the children in the religious education program at St. Ann Parish here, that sentiment of appreciation was reflected in a collage of creative ways to honor the parish's 25th anniversary, which will be celebrated in July.Ash Wednesday
On Ash Wednesday, Feb. 21, Bishop Serratelli celebrated morning Mass at St. Joseph Regional Medical Center, Paterson, and distributed ashes to patients. At noon, he celebrated Mass and distributed ashes to the faithful at St. John Cathedral, Paterson. Click for photosAssisting Parishes
The diocesan Development Office also provides fund raising services to parishes and is available to assist and counsel parishes with capital campaigns. The Development Office also helps parishes with increased offertory programs and wills and estate planning seminars. The Development Office has assisted over 30 parishes in the last 10 years with their individual development needs.At Pequannock's Holy Spirit School, Education Is 'Golden'
PEQUANNOCK -
For 50 years and three generations now, Holy Spirit School here has been
providing its students with a Christ-centered atmosphere in which to
learn. That's something to celebrate and the Holy Spirit School family did
just that by kicking off a yearlong series of events to mark its golden
anniversary with a Mass celebrated by Bishop Serratelli Oct. 16.Award programs teach... Religion is Part of Everyday Life
Bishop presents religious awards to Girl Scouts, adult leaders at annual Mass
PATERSON - During the 53rd Annual Girl Scout Eucharistic Celebration and Award Ceremony on March 18, Bishop Serratelli presented religious awards to about 150 Girl Scouts and adult leaders here at the Cathedral of St. John the Baptist. The bishop presented scouts with the Family of God Medal, I Live My Faith Medal, Marian Medal and Spirit Alive Medal. An adult leader received the St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Medal.Bells of St. Mary's Silent
City says 100-foot campanile at Paterson parish poses 'imminent danger to the public safety' and recommends its deconstruction.Benedictine Father Giles Hayes elected St. Mary Abbey's 10th abbot
MORRISTOWN - The Benedictine monastic chapter at St. Mary's Abbey here elected Benedictine Father Giles P. Hayes as its 10th abbot on March 8. Abbot Timothy Kelly, president of the American Cassinese Congregation of Monasteries, presided at and confirmed the election. The liturgical blessing of the new abbot will take place within three months.Bet on it!
For compulsive gamblers who want to quit, God is part of recovery process
CLIFTON - As Lent began Ash Wednesday, Catholics thought about what to "give up" for 40 days to experience and understand God's ultimate sacrifice. Sometimes Lent allows an even more serious conversion of heart - a mending of relationships with estranged family members or letting go of a life-threatening addictionBeyond
Registering and becoming active members in a parish community...Bioethicist priest
Why the Church says 'yes' to adult stem cell research and 'no' to embryonic stem cell research
CONVENT STATION - Medical research has been moving at such a lightening pace, it almost doesn't seem far off that doctors in the future might tell many of their seriously ill patients, "Take two stem cells and call me in the morning."Birth Haven honors Bishop Serratelli at annual dinner dance
NEWTON - Birth Haven here honored Bishop Serratelli April 5 for his humanitarian works at its 21st annual dinner dance held at Lake Mohawk Country Club, Sparta. More than 170 guests attended the event to support the organization dedicated to serving young pregnant women who have chosen life and find themselves in need of a home and services. Tom Ciborski, state grand knight,who is on the board of directors of Birth Haven, was master of ceremonies for the evening.Bishop Arthur J. Serratelli
The Holy Father announced today that Arthur J. Serratelli, Auxiliary Bishop of the Archdiocese of Newark, will succeed Bishop Frank Rodimer as the Seventh Bishop of Paterson.Bishop attends Iftar during Ramadan at Islamic Center
PATERSON - Ramadan, the Muslim month of prayer and fasting, draws to a close on Monday, Oct. 30. Like the Catholic penitential season of Lent, Muslims pray, fast, learn about faith and community and give alms. It is a season of self-discipline and remembering the promise to obey God.Bishop blesses St. Mary's Hospital to mark first year at new site
PASSAIC - In celebration of its one-year anniversary at its new location on 350 Boulevard here, St. Mary's Hospital invited Bishop Serratelli to bless the hospital April 4. St. Mary's Hospital, sponsored by the Sisters of Charity of St. Elizabeth, continues the healing mission of Jesus by responding to the changing health care needs of the diverse communities the hospital serves in the city and surrounding area.Bishop blesses those who work in law enforcement
At Blue Mass, diocese remembers fallen officers
PATERSON - For their dedication in bringing justice and peace to the world, the annual Blue Mass to honor and remember law enforcement officers serving in the three counties of the diocese and beyond was held May 1 at the Cathedral of St. John here. Bishop Serratelli was the celebrant of the Mass with many priests of the diocese as concelebrants. Many agencies and departments were in attendance, as well as civilians and family members of the fallen officers killed in the line of duty.Bishop celebrates 7th annual Blue Mass
Honors all law enforcement personnel
PATERSON - Even the brave need prayers, and on May 2, 300 law enforcement personnel and local police attended the Seventh Annual Diocesan Blue Mass at St. John Cathedral here for a blessing of continued safety and to remember the fallen heroes of the past year. Bishop Serratelli was the celebrant of the Mass with some 20 priests of the diocese as concelebrants. Assisting at the Mass was Deacon Milton Smilek of the Passaic County Sheriff's Office.Bishop celebrates Mass in Hamburg as St. Jude Parish marks its 25th anniversary
HAMBURG - This past Sunday, Bishop Serratelli celebrated Mass to mark the 25th anniversary of St. Jude the Apostle Parish here, a rural faith community that in recent years has expanded its outreaches and worship schedule to meet the needs of its growing population.Bishop Celebrates Mass, Meets With Seminarians At His Residence
PATERSON On Dec. 27, the Feast of St. John, Apostle and Evangelist, Bishop Serratelli met with diocesan seminarians at his residence where he celebrated Mass and then shared a holiday meal with them.
Beacon photos by Joe GigliBishop commissions delegates headed to 10th National Black Catholic Congress
CLIFTON - Stirred by the Holy Spirit, 11 diocesan delegates will be heading to Buffalo, N.Y., next week for the 10th National Black Catholic Congress, eager to join about 2,500 fellow African-American Catholics from around the United States in discussing issues important to their communityBishop Continues Parish Visitations
Photo features of Bishop’s visits to St Gerard Parish, Paterson and St. Joseph Parish, MendhamBishop dedicates DePaul's Flarity Hall: A tribute to one sister's achievements
WAYNE - Bishop Serratelli helped DePaul Catholic High School here open its 50th anniversary present several months early - its new $3 million Flarity Hall academic pavilion, part of an overall multi-stage campus improvement project, which is enabling the school to meet the needs of its growing student population.Bishop dedicates Nazareth Village's Cabrini Residence
CHESTER - For more than 14 years through the generosity of the people and priests of the Paterson Diocese, more than 30 diocesan priests have made their retirement home at Nazareth Village here.Bishop installs Father Robert Gordon as pastor of Boonton parish
Bishop
Serratelli was the principal celebrant of a Mass Nov. 26 in Our Lady of Mount
Carmel Church here at which he formally installed Father Robert J. Gordon as
pastor of Our Lady of Mount Carmel Parish. A native of Kearney, Father
Gordon was ordained to the priesthood on May 5, 1973. Earlier this year, Bishop
Serratelli appointed him as pastor of Our Lady of Mount Carmel, succeeding
Father Michael Walsh, who retired for medical reasons.Bishop installs new psators
At Mass in St. Mark the Evangelist Church, Long Valley, Nov. 4, Bishop Serratelli installed Msgr. Joseph Goode as the new pastor. Bishop was the also the principal celebrant of a Mass in Sacred Heart Church in Dover Oct. 28 at which he installed Father Brendan Murray as the new pastor.Bishop installs pastor at Our Lady of Mercy Parish
WHIPPANY - Bishop Serratelli installed Father Sean McDonnell as the pastor of Our Lady of Mercy Parish here at a Mass at which the bishop was the principal celebrant Nov. 25 in Our Lady of Mercy Church.Bishop installs pastor at Ss. Cyril and Methodius Parish in Clifton
CLIFTON - At a Mass at which he was the principal celebrant, Bishop Serratelli installed Father Paul O'Donnell Duggan as pastor of Ss. Cyril and Methodius Parish here Nov. 26.Bishop invites all priests and deacons to participate in Marriage/Study Day Oct. 4
PARSIPPANY - Bishop Serratelli has invited every priest and deacon of the Paterson Diocese to participate in a Marriage/Study Day from 1 to 3 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 4 at St. Ann Parish Hall here. The topic will be: "Catholics, Marriage and the New Threat to Religious Liberty: How will 'Gay Marriage' Affect your Parish and the Church?" Presenters will be Maggie Gallagher, president of the Institute for Marriage and Public Policy, and Anthony Picarello, general counsel for the U. S. Conference of Catholic Bishops.Bishop leads diocesan celebration of World Mission Sunday
PROSPECT PARK - From Malaysia in Asia to Ghana in Africa and from Brazil in South America to Mexico in North America, missionaries are spreading the Gospel message of Christ's love to others worldwide. To remember the works of these courageous priests and religious sisters and brothers, World Mission Sunday was celebrated across the globe Oct. 21.Bishop makes Advent pastoral visit to St. Bonaventure Parish
Photo feature of Bishop's Pastoral Visit to St. Bonaventure Parish, West Paterson.Bishop makes parish visit to Branchville on Laetare Sunday
Bishop Serratelli celebrated Mass March 2 in Our Lady Queen of Peace Parish in Branchville for the fourth, or middle, Sunday of Lent, also known as Laetare Sunday, which derives its Latin name from the first word of the Mass text, "Laetare Jerusalem" ("Rejoice, O Jerusalem"). It is a day of joy within the mourning season of Lent during which rose-colored vestments are worn instead of purple to signify joy.Bishop makes parish visits to Ogdensburg, Paterson
Bishop Serratelli was the principal celebrant of Mass Feb. 3, the Fourth Sunday in Ordinary Time, in St. Mary, Help of Christians Church, Paterson. and St. Simon Parish in Green Pond.Bishop makes pastoral visit to Sacred Heart Parish, Rockaway
Bishop Serratelli celebrated Mass for the Fifth Sunday in Ordinary Time Feb. 4 in Sacred Heart of Jesus Church, Rockaway.Bishop makes pastoral visit to Stirling parish
Bishop Serratelli made a pastoral visit to St. Vincent de Paul Parish in Stirling where he celebrated Mass Sunday, Nov. 19. Below: The bishop accepts the Offertory gifts from a parish family. Center: The readings are proclaimed by a lector. Right: (top) Deacon Peter O'Neill incenses the congregation during Mass; (bottom) Before Mass, Msgr. Patrick E. Brown, pastor, leads the congregation in prayer. Behind him are Father Brian Sullivan, parochial vicar, and Father Hugh Murphy, president of Paterson Catholic High School, who is in residence at St. Vincent's. [Beacon photos by Joe Gigli]Bishop makes pastoral visit to Straight & Narrow on Christmas Eve
CHRISTMAS EVE VISIT - Bishop Serratelli made a pastoral visit to Straight and Narrow, an agency of diocesan Catholic Charities, on Christmas Eve. Above he visits with a child holding hands with his mother and Msgr. Louis Bihr, director of pastoral care at Straight and Narrow. At top right, he visits with a young mother and her baby. Below, the gospel choir of Straight and Narrow sings Christmas carols during the bishop's visit. [Beacon photos/Joe Gigli]Bishop names Father Wisniefski chairperson of the Bishop's Appeal
CLIFTON - Bishop Serratelli has announced the appointment of Father Robert Wisniefski, pastor of St. Joseph Parish, Paterson, as chairperson of the Bishop's Annual Appeal, for a term of three years. This appointment is effective June 2.Bishop nourishes souls, appetites of men considering priesthood at pizza gathering
SUCCASUNNA - On Monday night Bishop Serratelli had occasion to speak to, and even share pizza with, Samuel - in fact, about 45 young "Samuels" from around the diocese - interested in possibly pursuing a vocation to the priesthood. Bishop Serratelli met informally with young men from the diocese in St. Therese Church here, to invite them to consider serving as a priest of the diocese. The bishop also urged them to continue listening to the Lord's call - through among other things, nature and other people. After all, it took God four times to call Samuel of the Old Testament to lead Israel from being a confederation of tribes to becoming a monarchy, he said.Bishop ordains Benedictine at St. Mary Abbey
Bishop ordains Benedictine
at St. Mary Abbey
Click Here for Photo DisplayBishop ordains Benedictine to priesthood
Bishop Serratelli ordained Eamon Henry Drew to the priesthood April 14 St. Mary's Abbey Church here. Father Drew pursued theological studies in preparation for this day at St. John's University, Collegeville, Minn., and Immaculate Conception Seminary at Seton Hall University, South Orange. The new Benedictine priest was raised in Spring Lake Heights.Bishop ordains Father Glabik as fifth diocesan priest this year
Bishop Praises Catholic Education
WAYNE - In praise of Catholic education, Bishop Serratelli declared last week, "The survival of the Catholic schools is even more necessary today," because they contradict the modern day's "relativism and lack of moral conviction" by helping students "grow into mature, intelligent and faithful disciples of Jesus Christ."Bishop receives John Carroll Society Medal at Rose Mass
BETHESDA, Md. - At the 15th annual Rose Mass, sponsored by the John Carroll Society in the Church of the Little Flower here, Bishop Serratelli was presented with the John Carroll Society Medal. More than 1,200 attended the Mass, at which the bishop was the principal celebrant and homilist.Bishop Rodimer's Lenten Message
We go out into the desert with Jesus. We listen to him, absorb his message, beseech him to heal and forgive us...Bishop says Mass, blesses Our Lady of Divine Vocations Shrine
FLORHAM PARK - Hundreds of faithful visited the grounds of the Vocationist Fathers and Sisters here last month for Mass and the blessing of the new Our Lady of Divine Vocations: Shrine and Retreat Center, both presided over by Bishop Serratelli.Bishop Serratelli celebrates Fourth Sunday of Advent at Our Lady of Victories
FOURTH SUNDAY OF ADVENT - Bishop Serratelli celebrated Mass for the Fourth Sunday of Advent Dec. 23 in Our Lady of Victories Church in Paterson. Above: The bishop address the congregation. In the background is Msgr. Thomas Coletta, pastor. At left: The bishop greets a young family after Mass.Bishop Serratelli institutes 10 to Ministry of Acolyte
PARSIPPANY - Bishop Serratelli was the principal celebrant of a Mass in St. Peter the Apostle Church here Oct. 18 during which he instituted 10 fourth-year candidates in diaconate formation to the Ministry of Acolyte.Bishop Serratelli meets with major superiors in annual gathering held in Mendham
MENDHAM - Bishop Serratelli held his annual meeting with major superiors and/or their regional representatives Nov. 20 at the motherhouse of the Sisters of Christian Charity here. The 38 participants, representing more than 900 women and men religious who minister in the diocese through the witness of consecrated life, gathered to pray, discuss common concerns, receive updates on diocesan priorities, and share the richness of their diverse charisms and ministries.Bishop Serratelli meets with seminarians during Christmas break
Bishop Serratelli met with diocesan seminarians during their Christmas break from their priesthood studies at St. Margaret of Scotland Parish in Morristown, Dec. 27 at the annual diocesan Christmas party for seminarians. After gathering for evening prayer in St. Margaret Church, the group shared a meal together.Bishop Serratelli presents religious awards to more than 100 Girl Scouts at annual Mass
PATERSON - During the 54th Annual Girl Scout Eucharistic Celebration and Award Ceremony on March 9, Bishop Serratelli presented religious awards to more than 100 Girl Scouts and adult leaders here at the Cathedral of St. John the Baptist.Bishop Serratelli to ordain three diocesan seminarians to the diaconate at National Shrine in Washington March 29
WASHINGTON, D.C. - On Saturday, March 29, Bishop Serratelli will ordain three seminarians of the Paterson Diocese to the Order of Deacon at the Basilica of the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception, Washington, D.C. The bishop will be presider and homilist. These three diocesan seminarians - Paul Barboutz, David Pickens and Dallas Herold - all originate from different backgrounds, followed different career paths before pursuing a vocation and experienced God's call in their own ways.Bishop shares in joy as St. Monica's celebrates 125 years of faith
SUSSEX - Parishioners at St. Monica Parish here sure can raise the rafters in song during Mass - lifting their God-given voices as one in jubilant and powerful, yet reverent, tones. Just ask Father Charles Perricone, their pastor, who enjoys noting that the congregation's dynamic singing has even impressed a few visiting priests.Bishop to lead more than 3,200 from diocese on pilgrimage
In an email on Feb. 27, Bishop Arthur Serratelli enthusiastically announced his plans for a great diocesan pilgrimage to the Basilica of the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception in Washington, D.C. on Saturday, Sept. 29.Bishop to lead pilgrimage to shrines of France
CLIFTON - To mark the 150th anniversary of the apparitions in Lourdes, Bishop Serratelli will be spiritual director of a pilgrimage to the shrines of France this summer from July 9 to 16.Bishop Visits Cedar Crest Village for Mass on All Saints Day, Nov. 1
PEQUANNOCK - On All Saints' Day, Nov. 1, Bishop Serratelli celebrated Mass on the holy day at Cedar Crest Village, a senior citizen housing complex located off Route 23 South in the Pompton Plains section of the township. Many of the residents attended the Mass, filling the Interfaith Chapel where the Mass was celebrated.Bishop's Annual Appeal
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Bishop's Annual Appeal 2006Bishop's Annual Appeal helps Catholic schools spread the Gospel message
Because the Feast of St. Francis is celebrated today, "in giving, we receive..." has extra special meaning as the theme of this year's Bishop's Annual Appeal. It was St. Francis who proclaimed giving as such a grace and what better way to give than by helping children receive a Christ-centered quality education at the Catholic elementary schools of the Paterson Diocese through the Bishop's Annual Appeal?Bishop's Letter to the Priests of the Diocese Concerning the Liturgy
Bishops' Letter
From the NJ Catholic Bishops: "It is our fervent wish that the Church be of practical assistance in helping you to discern your own readiness for marriage."Black Catholic delegates aim to inspire others to a deeper faith
PATERSON - The 10th National Black Catholic Congress in Buffalo, N.Y., has energized the 11 diocesan delegates who attended with renewed spirituality and hope. Now these charged-up Catholics aim to inspire their fellow churchgoers to get more involved in their spirituality and parishes and in addressing the challenges of their community by helping to light "on fire" their faith and hope for the future.Blessing of new elevator in Holy Rosary, Passaic
Bishop Serratelli blessed Holy Rosary Church's new elevator for the handicapped and elderly parishioners, completed on Dec. 15 through the fundraising efforts of the parish.Blue Mass honors safety forces, remembers those who have fallen
PATERSON - The hope for peace among nations resounded throughout the Cathedral of St. John the Baptist here April 29 at the annual diocesan Blue Mass in honor and remembrance of law enforcement officers serving in the three counties of the diocese and beyond. Bishop Serratelli was the celebrant of the Mass with many priests of the diocese as concelebrants including retired Bishop Rodimer. Many law enforcement agencies and departments were in attendance, as well as civilians and family members of the fallen officers killed in the line of duty.Boonton parishioner recalls Polish Holocaust horrors
BOONTON - In one sense, the Polish Holocaust started not with the Nazis' knocking down of the barricades from Germany into Poland on Sept. 1, 1939, but with the asking of two simple questions, "Who are you?" and "What are you doing here?" Yet in eastern Poland, it wasn't the Nazis who first asked those pointed, terrifying questions, in attempts to identify and imprison or exterminate enemies of the state. As darkness started descending on this eastern European country, it was instead the Soviets, who began terrorizing average Poles with those leading questions, often arriving in the middle of the night. Soviet forces started occupying the eastern half of Poland on Sept. 17, 1939, 16 days after the beginning of the Nazi invasion, remembers Irene Schreiber, a parishioner of Ss. Cyril and Methodius Parish here.Boy Scout Sunday Mass
Bishop Serratelli presents nearly 200 religious awards at annual event
PATERSON - Bishop Serratelli presented nearly 200 local Boy Scouts with religious awards on Feb. 17 during the 65th Annual Boy Scout Mass at the Cathedral of St. John the Baptist here.Boy Scouts Honored at Dover Parish
DOVER - To mark Boy Scout Sunday, all Scouts in St. Mary Parish were honored at a Mass concelebrated Feb. 5 by Msgr. Richard Rusconi, pastor, and Father Richard Bay, parochial vicar, in St. Mary Church here.British come to St. Anthony School to learn, exchange skills
BUTLER - St. Anthony of Padua School here certainly didn't need a
modern-day Paul Revere to ride in and announce "The British are coming!"
Rather, St. Anthony's faculty and students were ready and waiting to greet a
team of English educators, who from Oct. 25 to 28, toured the school primarily
to learn how computers and other technology are used to help students learn.
These four Brits, who teach at Tickhill Estfeld Primary School, Doncaster, South
Yorkshire, also got a chance to examine the daily workings of a Catholic school
in the U.S. and to soak up American culture. "The students and teachers
here at St. Anthony's greeted us with a warm welcome," said P. Trevor Atkinson,
headteacher - or principal - of the 225-student Tickhill Estfeld, an English
public school, which educates students, ages 4-11.Brooklyn priest tells Paterson students to reach for their dreams
PATERSON - When Father Caleb Buchanan of the Brooklyn Diocese was in junior high school, he decided to follow his heart and the calling he was feeling to become a priest. He remembers hearing people tell him, "You can't be a priest," simply because he didn't fit the mold of what a priest should "look" like or come from a "neighborhood" where other priests had grown up.Brother, sister honored for bringing message of peace
CLIFTON - With Jesus Christ, the Prince of Peace, as their inspiration, 9-year-old Anthony Donato and his 7-year-old sister, Angela, are truly making the world a more peaceful place. The two students from St. Brendan School here were recently recognized at the 2006-2007 Achievement Awards Breakfast as Young Peacemakers for making a difference at St. Brendan's and in their community. Their great-aunt, Claudia Swiderski, a retired teacher who taught in many schools in the Paterson Diocese and is currently a substitute teacher at St. Brendan's, nominated them.Budd Lake parishioner now serves as state's No. 1 Knight
BUDD LAKE - Following in a father's footsteps was a natural fit for Tom Ciborski. a parishioner of St. Jude Parish here, when it came to becoming a Knight of Columbus. Ciborski, who has been a member of the Knights of Columbus for almost 20 years, was installed as the state deputy for the Knights of Columbus at a Mass celebrated at the Cathedral of St. John the Baptist, Paterson, in July by retired Bishop Rodimer. Now, he is in full swing fulfilling his duties as "CEO" of the state's Knights of Columbus.Building up ... not tearing down
Diocesan volunteers finally start rebuilding Katrina-ravaged homes in New Orleans
WEST MILFORD - Albert Szesciuk remembers a previous trip to New Orleans, which required much heavy lifting as the parishioner of Our Lady Queen of Peace in the Hewitt section of West Milford here and a group of volunteers of the Paterson Diocese worked hard to gut flooded, mold-infested homes ravaged by Hurricanes Rita and Katrina.Burying the Alleluia
BURYING THE ALLELUIA - Bishop Serratelli presided at solemn evening vespers and the ancient ritual of "Burying the Alleluia" at St. John's Cathedral in Paterson Feb. 3, the last Sunday before the beginning of Lent. The ritual, which can be traced back to the Middle Ages, lays the "Alleluia" to rest until it is brought back on Easter to proclaim the great joy that Christ has risen from the dead. Top photo: Cathedral parishioners carry the burial case containing the "Alleluia" scroll to its resting place. Bottom photo: Altar server Dan Duffy blows the shofar to mark the start of the ritual.
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Newton, NJCapturing Life One Image At a Time
Morristown parishioner's artistic talents show his view of the world
Morristown - Look through Sergio Burani's passport and you'll find stamps from countries all over the world such as India, Dubai, Peru and Australia. The 61-year-old parishioner of Assumption Parish here has been to six of the seven continents, (the untraveled continent is Antarctica) bringing his photographic talents to capture the sights he sees and the images of life through the people living there.Caritas gala honors four for their social justice witness
WHIPPANY - An evening of social justice witness shined brightly as four humanitarians who help society's needy were honored at the 2006 Caritas Awards Gala held Oct. 21 by diocesan Catholic Charities at the Hanover Marriott here.Caritas Gala Honors Three 'Gems' Of Light
WHIPPANY - Like the children's gospel hymn "This Little Light of Mine," three humanitarians who let their light shine in their work with society's needy were honored at the 2005 Caritas Awards Gala held Oct. 22 by diocesan Catholic Charities at the Hanover Marriott here. At the hotel's grand ballroom, 400 guests listened as Joseph Duffy celebrated the works of three "very special shining lights" - William Rudloff, Brenda Berkley, Sister Janet Brisky.Casting the NET on diocesan youth
National Evangelization Team inspires teen-agers to get closer to Jesus
On a journey via a 15-passenger van with panoramic views of the country, NET, once again visited the Paterson Diocese on a 27-day tour connecting with youths to find Jesus in their lives in parishes from all three counties. Eight other teams, consisting of young adults from ages 18-30, are currently circulating the country to touch as many young lives as possible from California to New York and from North Dakota to TexasCatechetical Resources on the Internet
Internet resources for DREs, catechists, and teachers - for personal and classroom use...Catechist Certification Forms
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Certification Certification Report
Certification Reaction PaperCatechist Effectiveness Checklist
DESIGNED FOR
Religion teacher/catechist in either a parish religious education program or a school program
PURPOSE OF
The checklist is designed to assist the individual catechist in identifying his or her areas or perceived effectiveness or ineffectiveness.
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The Diocese of Paterson requires and provides for the certification of all catechists, and has established the following policy for the certification and ongoing formation of catechists who minister in varied ways and at different levels, in the parishes and schools of the diocese.
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DESIGNED FOR
The DRE or the person responsible for observing catechists in the classroom setting
PURPOSE OF
This checklist is designed to assist the catechist trainer in identifying the strengths and weaknesses of a catechist in the classroom setting.
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Catholic Charities' Hispanic Information Center
Positive message makes a difference to at-risk youth
PASSAIC - Bringing something positive into the lives of the youth served at the Hispanic Information Center (HIC) here, a diocesan Catholic Charities agency, and showing them there is more to life than the inner city "ghetto" mentality are the goals the staff and volunteers at the center have.Catholic Church 'hopeful' for democracy in Sierra Leone, local bishop reports
WAYNE - When Ernest Bai Koroma was sworn in as president of Sierra Leone in September, Bishop George Biguzzi could have smiled, feeling like a "founding father" of the modern era of the western African nation, which has been experiencing the rush of new democratic liberty.Catholic News Service
Catholic News Service (CNS), the oldest and largest religious news service in the world, is a leading source of news for Catholic print and electronic media across the globe. With bureaus in Washington and Rome, as well as a global correspondent network, CNS since 1920 has set the standard in Catholic journalism. Click the link for news briefs, stories and headlines.Catholic school students go to Trenton to lobby lawmakers for 'choice'
TRENTON - In celebration of Catholic Schools Week, students from schools in the Paterson Diocese headed to the Statehouse here Jan. 29 as part of a statewide movement for a choice in education. The event was coordinated by the N.J. Network of Catholic School Families, which is spearheading the effort to see the passage of Corporate Tax Credit Scholarship bill (A257, S1332/S2228.) This bill will generate a tax credit to corporations that make contributions to provide scholarships to low-income students who reside in selected major cities.Celebrating the Feast of St. Joseph
Bishop Serratelli celebrated Mass for the Feast of St. Joseph March 20 at St. Joseph Home for the Elderly in Totowa, which is operated by the Little Sisters of the Poor.Charism of the Carmelites
Cloistered order of religious celebrates 80th anniversary of the founding of Morristown monastery
MORRISTOWN - On Madison Street here, the hustle of everyday life goes on. Sounds of cars driving by and office buildings standing tall with hundreds of people hurrying in and out surround the street. Nearby, three college campuses exist along with restaurants, smaller business and residential homes.Chatham parishioner led 'grassroots' effort to abolish N.J. death penalty
CHATHAM - The 200 people who had packed Gov. Jon Corzine's outer office in the Stateho
