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It is always an awe-inspiring day to see our confirmandi lined up in their red robes being sealed with the sacred chrism and receiving the gifts of the Holy Spirit. While way too many of them -- and to be honest even one is too many -- will fall from the practice of the faith, it is still our firm belief that the Holy Spirit works in and through us to achieve God’s plan for us. It can just take a long time for some. Let us continue our prayers for them. Read more.

This Thursday we welcome Monsignor Joseph Rosie, Vicar for Monmouth County and Pastor of St. James Parish in Red Bank, who will administer the Sacrament of Confirmation to the 115 members of our parish and school community who are now prepared to receive the sacrament, We congratulate them, but mostly we must pray for them. Too many young people leave the church -- even if only for a time -- after their Confirmation. This is especially risky as they head off to college where they all too easily find the opportunity to abandon the practice of their faith. While a number of them will find their way back, for most this is a long and arduous journey. I certainly encourage those of you with teenagers to model and promote the practice of the faith with and for them. Read more.

This weekend we are happy to welcome Bishop David O’Connell, C.M to our parish. As a successor to the Apostles and the chief shepherd of the Diocese of Trenton, the presence of the Bishop with us is a reminder of our connection to the church as a whole. As Catholics we are truly universal — we are in communion with one another through our common profession of faith, celebration of the sacraments, and apostolic succession. Read more.

Our Lenten journey is off to a good start. Hopefully you will be able to take advantage of some of the opportunities offered this season. Read more.