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Catholic Charities is fully operational at a heightened state of precaution, accommodating social distancing. To access our services or learn how the changes affect our clients via the internet type, click the title above or go to Https://www.catholiccharitiestrenton.org/catholic-charities-coronovirus-pandemic/ or call our Help Line 1-800-360-7711

The 13th Annual KofC “Chip In For Charity” Golf Event scheduled for June 8 has been postponed to Monday, October 26, 2020 at the Medford Village Country Club.

During Sunday's Angelus, the Holy Father has called on all Christians throughout the world to join in praying the Our Father on Wednesday, March 25, 2020, at noon (7:00 a.m. U.S. Eastern Time). Perhaps our Christian sisters and brothers in Medford and beyond would care to join us. Also, on Friday, March 27, he will preside over a moment of prayer on the sagrato of St Peter’s Basilica, the platform at the top of the steps immediately in front of the façade of the Church, reported Vatican News. “I invite everyone to participate spiritually through the means of communication”, he said. The ceremony will consist in readings from the Scriptures, prayers of supplication, and adoration of the Blessed Sacrament; and will conclude with Pope Francis giving the Urbi et orbi Blessing, with the possibility of gaining a plenary indulgence for all those who listen to it live through the various forms of communication. The blessing “to the City [of Rome] and to the World” is normally only given on Christmas and Easter. The Director of the Holy See Press Office confirmed that the moment of prayer on Friday will be broadcast live from the Vatican, beginning at 6 p.m. Rome time (1:00 p.m. Eastern Time). He noted that the plenary indulgence attached to the Urbi et orbi blessing."

A Ministry for praying with and for others to draw us closer to the heart of Jesus and one another. Do you need prayer? Do you want to pray for others? Contact us to become a "prayer," or if you have a special need for prayers Please email [email protected] or call Carol at 609-953-8670 (please leave a message)

Virtual YES All parish teens in grades 8-12 are invited to join "Virtual YES" where we will meet up weekly to connect; talk about our days and pray during these uncertain times.  If you want to join us please have your parents contact Mrs. Xerri at [email protected] for the access code for next week's meeting. Project YM PROJECT YM is offering a virtual meet up every  Sunday at 8:00 p.m.  If you would like to join in for games, prayers and worship, please check out  ProjectYMLive.com to register.  Next week's speaker is the inspirational Katie Prejean McGrady, who recently emceed the National Catholic Youth Conference at Lucas Oil Stadium!  Covenant House Sleep Out Postponed Covenant House Sleep Out on  April 24 is postponed until a later date—please continue to check the facebook and website for updates.