Thanks for Food for the Needy donations
The Food for the Needy Committee of St. Philip & St. James Parish sent its thanks to St. Catherine’s parishioners for their generous donation to this year’s food drive. Because of your generosity, 400 baskets were made—enough to feed 1,115 people this year. “It was so kind of you to consider helping us again this year,” the message said.
The working poor in Phillipsburg has been growing so steadily and the food pantry at Catholic Charities has been trying to keep up with the demand. (Read more…)
Altar Server Training class offered for interested boys and girls
Deacon Steve will hold an Altar Server Training class on Thursday, December 6th, from 6 to 7 pm at the Parish Center. We are looking for boys and girls in third grade or higher to serve this very important role.
The Altar Server’s role is a unique one in the Catholic Church. Other than priests and deacons, no one else is allowed to so closely play a part in the preparation of the Eucharist. Your participation as an Altar Server is special. (Read more…)
Rosary Society Giving Tree ready to grow through your generosity
The Rosary Society will be sharing the Giving Tree with various groups within our Church and Diocesan Community.
Gifts will be donated to The Friendship Center for New Beginnings in Flemington (the Center provides aid to single mothers), Life Choices (Phillipsburg), Family Promise, Trenton Area Soup Kitchen (CCD Class Project), and parishioners who are in need.
Please take a tag from the tree, purchase the gift, and tape the tag onto the package or envelope. This is our way to properly identify the gift and to know where the gift should be delivered. (Read more…)
Parish Council sponsoring ‘Dream Vacation’ raffle
St. Catherine’s Parish Council is sponsoring a limited ticket raffle with proceeds going towards the Church Building Project.
FIRST PRIZE: Royal Caribbean Diamond Level Cruise for two people
Enjoy a cruise to Bermuda or the Caribbean for 4-5 nights (depending on destination) in a beautiful balcony cabin. Your cruise includes dining at numerous venues, world-class entertainment, thrilling activities, and stops at incredible destinations. Taxes, fees and recommended gratuities included. Prize value is $2,816. See terms and conditions here. (Read more…)
Letter from Bishop Checchio
Bishop Checchio has that his letter below be shared with the parish. A PDF of the letter is also available for download.
Dear Brothers and Sisters in Christ,
I know that so much of the news regarding the Church this whole summer has been painful and very difficult for all of us. The bad news seemingly does not end. However, I write to you in order to hopefully be a voice of encouragement amidst the discouragement and a ray of light in what may seem endless dark clouds. (Read more…)
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Use Parish Scrip program for your holiday gifts
St. Catherine of Siena Church has partnered with Great Lakes Scrip Center to offer us over 750 retailers (grocery, department stores, restaurants, hotels, home improvement and more) who sell gift cards at a discount.
Three Easy Ways to Place Orders:
- Use the ORANGE order forms on the wall over the Poor Box on your way out;
- Online at: www.Shopwithscrip.com
- Click on “Create Account”
- Enter Enrollment Code 38L8ED1D63L2
- Your account will be associated with St. Catherine of Siena Church and start shopping; or
- PRESTO Pay—once you created an account online
- Click on the Prestopay Link under Family Functions
- Follow the directions; After account is approved begin shopping.
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