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While preparing a short reflection for this past week’s memorial of Pope St. Gregory the Great (Sept. 3), I came across a quote from him that got me thinking. Toward the end of his life, Gregory wrote these words: “Perhaps it is not difficult after all for a man to part with his possessions, but it is certainly most difficult for him to part with himself. To renounce what one has is a minor thing, but to renounce what one is, that is asking much…”

I read a short reflection on humility this past week that frankly astonished me; it was that good! It was written by Jennifer Hartline, an army wife and mother of three.

When a boy turned 7 in the ancient Greek city-state of Sparta, he was removed from his family and sent to a school where he would begin training to become a Spartan warrior. Part of that training included a contest called the "agon", which pitted two boys against each other in hand-to-hand combat.

Immaculate Conception Church is about to begin a project to repair and replace the church and school parking lot. Over the coming days, the project will require the lot to be closed during certain phases of the repair.

SOMERVILLE – As the parents of two adult children, both alumni of Immaculata High School, Brian and Maureen Cote understand that a strong foundation in high school can set the course for the rest of a student’s life.

With a rich history connected to the local community, the 4-H Fair has become an annual cornerstone of Somerset County. Drawing in a diverse and ever-growing attendance, the fair has created a strong foundation for 4-H youth to showcase their leadership, community, teamwork, and most importantly, their 4-H spirit. Your participation is having a direct impact on our schools. Please review the available slots and click on the link to sign up. Thank you!

Accepting clients for Neighbors in Need Program

See attached information, both in English & Spanish.

Upcoming Citizenship Days that Catholic Charities, Diocese of Metuchen Immigration Services Program is hosting. The N400 services provided by CCDOM will be free of charge. However, it is by appointment only.

To insure social distancing requirements, Room sign up/approval is needed for the use of the Convent for some approved meetings.

Please see the attached flyers regarding financial assistance that is available for individuals who are experiencing financial hardship due to COVID-19 and have not been able to pay for mortgage or rent. Read the full article for more info.

The applications for the COVID-19 Child Care Tuition Assistance Program opened September 24, 2020. To learn more read full article.

CARES Act in PDF and info on: What should Non-filers do?

Bishop Checchio addresses the unrest and racism in our country.