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1 week ago | 
catholicstarherald.org | David Karas
As Patti Paulsen prepares to retire as principal of Holy Angels Catholic School, she is filled with gratitude for her time spent at the Woodbury school and the love that envelopes the community. “Because we are a small school, you get to know the students as well as their families,” said the 38-year educator. “We have also bonded with the parish and work together for the good of the entire Holy Angels Community.
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1 month ago | 
catholicstarherald.org | David Karas
In one letter, there is a heartwarming message: “Thank you for doing God’s work. I truly respect you for committing your life to the Lord.”In another, a cartoon depicts a child saying, “Good Luck,” and a priest with a cross around his neck, smiling. While these handwritten gestures from young Catholics might be a modest way of showing support for those pursuing vocations, they go a long way in boosting the men and women preparing for the priesthood, diaconate or religious life.
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1 month ago | 
catholicstarherald.org | David Karas
Whether it has been through helping to connect parishioners during the pandemic, supporting family members in their journeys to strengthen – and even return to – their faith, or teaching religious education to youngsters, the men preparing for ordination are already spreading faith and hope to others across the Diocese of Camden.
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1 month ago | 
catholicstarherald.org | David Karas
Before Grace Martin took the famed stage at Radio City Music Hall in New York City, she received quite the introduction from television star Christopher Meloni.
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2 months ago | 
catholicspirit.com | David Karas
April 24, 2025 While the institution has gone by different names and even served different grade levels and age groups over the years, Warren County’s only Catholic school has been steadfast in its mission to educate and enrich young people.
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2 months ago | 
catholicspirit.com | David Karas
Each day, the dedicated faculty and staff at St. Thomas the Apostle School, Old Bridge, work to provide their students with solid foundations in academics and faith. “St. Thomas offers challenging, well-rounded educational experiences with a focus on both intellectual and moral growth,” said principal Annette Pioppo. “We offer smaller class sizes, which allow for more personalized attention, which is beneficial in fostering each student’s academic potential.
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2 months ago | 
catholicspirit.com | David Karas
For the second time in seven years, East Brunswick-based St. Bartholomew School has been named the top private school in Central Jersey. The honor came as part of the 2024 Central Jersey Community Choice Awards, sponsored by My Central Jersey Gannett Company. Each year, residents vote for the “best of” in a range of categories, and St. Bartholomew landed the “Best Private School” honors – which the school also earned in 2017.
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2 months ago | 
catholicstarherald.org | David Karas
Like many young Catholics, Connor Morrissey first became involved in his home parish of Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton, Absecon, as an altar server. He later joined the children’s choir, which helped to link his spirituality and faith with song. “It was through the choir that I first saw that I could combine going to church and singing,” Morrissey said.
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Mar 17, 2025 | 
catholicspirit.com | David Karas
A Sayreville parish youth choir recently joined voices to support a local cause. The youth choir at Our Lady of Victories Parish, Sayreville, held a Winter Concert for a Cause on March 1. Together with members of the youth ministry, the choir raised $545 in funds and many donated items like diapers and baby wipes to support local mothers through the Inspire Family Life Center, Warren.
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Mar 17, 2025 | 
catholicspirit.com | David Karas
Whether it is the expansive campus or the extracurricular offerings, students, faculty and alums find much to love about Sts. Philip and James School, Phillipsburg. “We are the only Catholic school in Warren County, and we are celebrating 150 years of Catholic education in our own Phillipsburg,” said principal Sara Siano.
