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The Rev. Steven Bolton, C.O., ordained to the priesthood on June 29, has received the priestly faculties of the Diocese of Metuchen and has been given the following pastoral assignments by Bishop Checchio: Parochial Vicar, Church of the Holy Trinity , Bridgewater; and Vice Rector, Shrine Chapel of the Blessed Sacrament, Raritan. Like all the Oratorian priests, Fr. Steven will be assisting all the apostolates entrusted to the Oratory.

Bishop Checchio will be visiting the Church of the Holy Trinity to celebrate the 5 pm Mass on Saturday, September 30, in observance of the parish 75th Anniversary. Then, he will join us for a 75th Anniversary Dinner/Dance from 6-10 pm at the Somerville Elks. The Pastor Emeritus, Fr. John Pringle, will also be in attendance.Tickets are $50 per person and are available for purchase after weekend Masses and from the Holy Trinity parish office.

St. Ann Parish in Raritan invites everyone to a "Restart the Festa" Dinner on Saturday, September 23 (the night before the Basilone Parade) from 5-9 pm in the school cafeteria. Tickets are $40 (available after St. Ann Masses and through the parish office) and include: Buffet dinner of Festa favorites: Meatballs, sausage, eggplant, in Festa sauce; bread, soft drinks, coffee/tea and dessert. BYOB Entertainment by DJ Frank Forte Raffles & Wine Pull

St. Joseph Parish in Raritan invites everyone to their 2nd Annual Hispanic Heritage Festival! Sunday, September 17 from 1-7 pm. Food from more than 10 different countries of Latin America, including: Mexico, El Salvador, Costa Rica, Honduras, Peru, Colombia, Paraguay, Ecuador, Dominican Republic, Guatemala, and the U.S. Games for children, pony rides, mechanical bull, dunking tank, folk dance groups, D.J. Coco, a concert, and concluding the day with a small Eucharistic Procession! All proceeds to benefit St. Joseph Church

If you are suffering over the death of someone you love, perhaps the 10-week Bereavement Support Group Sessions may help you during this difficult time. When: October 2 - December 4 at 6:30 - 8:00pm. No fee, but registration is required; Contact Deacon John Phalen at 908-526-2394 [email protected] to register or for more information.

The Raritan Congregation of the Oratory of St. Philip Neri held its triennial elections on Thursday, May 4, 2023, with the following results:
PROVOST: Very Rev. Jeffrey M. Calia, C.O.
DEPUTY/VICAR: Rev. Kevin P. Kelly, C.O.
DEPUTY/SECRETARY: Rev. John Fredy Triana Beltran, C.O.
This is the second term for the current Provost. Fr. Jeff has been a member of the Oratory since 2004. Ordained in 2010, he currently serves as Pastor of the Church of the Holy Trinity, Bridgewater, and Administrator of the Shrine Chapel of the Blessed Sacrament, Raritan. For Fr. Jeff's full bio, click the heading or photo.

Our next uServe event for middle and high school students is Soap For Hope, on Tuesday, February 7 from 4:30-5:30pm at Holy Trinity. We’ll make hygiene kits for families for their first night in a shelter.

St. Ann Classical Academy is hosting an Open House for Catholic Schools Week, on Sunday, January 29. There will be a pancake breakfast in the cafeteria at 11:00, and the open house from 11:30 – 2:00. Come and see the difference a classical, Catholic education can make for the children in your life.

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The faithful and people of good will in the Diocese of Metuchen are invited to join together in prayer for a Memorial Mass for the repose of the soul of Pope Emeritus Benedict XVI on Thursday, January 5, 2023 at 7:00 P.M. at the Cathedral of St. Francis of Assisi, Metuchen. Livestream will be available at www.diometuchen.org

Join us in solidarity with those participating in the annual March for Life in Washington DC, by spending some time in prayer before the Blessed Sacrament at Holy Trinity Church, Bridgewater. Adoration will begin at 12 Noon and conclude with Benediction at 6:45 pm, followed by the regularly scheduled 7:00 pm Mass. For more information or to sign up for a time slot, please contact Eileen Fisher through the Holy Trinity Parish Office at (908) 526-2394 or [email protected].

The Raritan Congregation of the Oratory of St. Philip Neri announces with great joy the upcoming ordination of Br. Steven John Bolton, C.O. Brother Steven will be ordained to the Sacred Order of Deacons by the Most Rev. Mario A. Aviles, C.O., Auxiliary Bishop of Brownsville, Texas, on Saturday, January 28, 2023, the Memorial of St. Thomas Aquinas, at 10:00 am in the Church of St. Joseph, Raritan, New Jersey. All are welcome to attend, and there will be a light reception following the Mass.

Bishop Checchio has authorized a special collection in all parishes of the Diocese of Metuchen, to benefit relief efforts in the aftermath of the destruction caused by Hurricane Ian. Donations may be made at Mass the weekend of October 29-30, through the Parish Offices, or directly through the diocesan website at www.diometuchen.org. Thank you for your generosity!

Join us for our 2nd annual morning of Fall Family Fun at Holy Trinity, on Saturday, October 22 from 10 am - 12 noon. Bring the kids and spread the word!

Our local Knights of Columbus councils are teaming up to ensure that no kids in our community have to go cold this winter! Donations of new children's coats will be collected at all Masses the weekend of October 15-16, at all the churches served by the Raritan Oratory.

The Blessing of Animals for the feast of St. Francis will be offered by Fr. Jeff on Sunday, October 2 at 3 pm at St. Ann’s in Raritan, outside behind the rectory.

Join us in praying the Novena to St. Philip Neri, in preparation for his feast day on May 26! Check out our YouTube playlist "Novena to St. Philip Neri" as Fr. Jeff guides us through the readings and prayers for each day.

The Diocese of Metuchen is currently celebrating its 40th anniversary of foundation! A number of events and initiatives are planned over the coming year to mark the occasion. For more information please visit: diometuchen.org/40

As the Year of St. Joseph concludes, all are invited to take part in the Consecration to St. Joseph, a 33-day journey of prayer with our spiritual father. Weekly group meetings begin Wednesday, November 3 at 7 pm, and the Consecration will take place Sunday, December 5, all at St. Joseph Church in Raritan. Participants will need a copy of the book Consecration to St. Joseph: The Wonders of Our Spiritual Father by Fr. Donald H. Calloway, MIC. Please let us know if you need assistance acquiring the book. RSVP to Kristina at 908-526-2394 or [email protected] by October 29.

The Holy Trinity Parish Nurses will be hosting a blood drive in the Parish Center on Wednesday, June 16 from 1-7 pm. Join in providing this precious, lifesaving gift! Walk-ins will be accepted but appointments are recommended. To schedule yours, visit www.nybc.org/njdrive and enter code 10715, or call Amanda at 908-380-9265. Remember to eat & drink beforehand, and bring photo ID or blood donor card.