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Confirmation candidates participate in Antioch weekend at Pompton Plains parish
Our Lady of Good Counsel Parish
February 27, 2026
Confirmation candidates at Our Lady of Good Counsel Parish in Pompton Plains, N.J., participated in
Pope John Zero Robotics place fourth in World Finals
Austin Braun
February 25, 2026
The Zero Robotics Team Kühlschrank of Pope John XXIII Regional High School from Sparta, N.J.,
Sister Diane Moughan celebrates diamond jubilee
Eric Carmeli
February 23, 2026
A celebration for Sister of Christian Charity Diane Moughan was held in Hayes Hall at
Bishop pays visit to Franciscan Sisters of St. Elizabeth
Franciscan Sisters of St. Elizabeth
February 23, 2026
Bishop Kevin J. Sweeney paid an informal visit to the Franciscan Sisters of St. Elizabeth
Assumption College for Sisters to Honor Church and Community Leaders at Caring Basket Gala
Assumption College for Sisters
February 23, 2026
In recognition of outstanding service to the Church and the greater community, Assumption College for
Students give back to community during St. Anthony School Service Night
Tiffany DellaCroce / St. Anthony School
February 18, 2026
On Feb. 11, Service Club members and their families at St. Anthony School in Hawthorne,