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We have reached the proverbial “midpoint of summer,”though that is certainly far from the case. This week we have the opportunity to reflect on our national identity, to give thanks to God for the liberty secured for us by the blood of so many hundreds of thousands of our citizens, and envisioned by independent-minded and forward thinking enlightened thinkers of the eighteenth century. I hope that July 4 is more than just a day of fireworks, beach, and picnics, but also a time to reflect on what makes our country the inspiration it is to the world. Read more.

We ask your blessings and prayers for the children from our parish who will be attending the Summer Religious Education Academy, their families, the teachers, volunteers, and the staff members of St. Benedict Parish. This is a tremendous undertaking, involving hundreds of people and many moving parts. Mrs. Nancy Arkin, Director of Faith Formation, does an amazing job organizing and getting this all together, along with her associates, Mr. Ciro Saverino, Naomi Atherley, and Loretta Assini. Read more.

Summer officially begins on Thursday at 4:51pm, though for our students summer began at 2:10pm on Tuesday the 11th , and for denizens of the Jersey Shore it began on Thursday, May 23 with the Memorial Day weekend. Whenever the summer season begins I hope it’s a joyful, relaxing, and refreshing one. Read more.

Well, the school year is just about over. On Wednesday we graduated 58 students from St. Benedict School. We are grateful to their families for entrusting them to our care for their academic and faith formation. Most of the graduates -- 34 in fact -- are continuing their education at St. John Vianney HS. Congratulations! Read more.

Welcome to June -- the month when we celebrate the Sacred Heart of Jesus. We reflect on this beautiful image, recognizing the incomprehensible love of God for us. Let us take this month to celebrate this love not only in our love for God but especially in our expression of love for one another. Read more.