Catholic Star Herald

09/08/2026

Bishop Joseph A. Williams visited Resurrection Catholic School this morning, greeting students, parents, teachers and staff as the new school year began.

During his visit, Bishop Williams spent time with kids in two classrooms – a kindergarten class and a fifth-grade class – where he joined students in prayer for the beginning of the new school year, asking God to guide and bless them throughout the months ahead.

The visit also included a special reminder. When Bishop Williams asked the students who was being celebrated today, the children enthusiastically responded that it was the Mother Mary’s birthday – the Feast of the Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary.

In the fifth-grade classroom, one student had the special opportunity to stand alongside Bishop Williams and lead the class in prayer, creating a memorable moment for her classmates.

As his visit came to an end, Bishop Williams offered his best wishes to each of the students for a successful and joyful school year. He also encouraged them to always remember that God is with them and encouraged them to carry their faith throughout the year.

09/07/2026

Fall is shaping up to be a busy season across the Diocese of Camden — and Mike Walsh and Jen Mauro are here to help you plan ahead.

On this week’s Talking Catholic, Mike and Jen preview some of the diocesan events coming between now and November, including gatherings for young adults, opportunities to explore the permanent diaconate and prison ministry, the Blue Mass, the Diocesan Hispanic Celebration, the New Jersey March for Life and the Diocesan Marian Pilgrimage to Washington, D.C.

They’re also putting out the call for some new voices on Talking Catholic. The podcast is looking for potential co-hosts who are engaged in the life of the Church — particularly in the areas of social justice and spirituality — and who can bring fresh perspectives, interesting guests and a willingness to join in the conversation.

Along the way, Mike and Jen discuss podcast auditions, Mike’s resistance to becoming a deacon, Jen’s questionable pilgrimage footwear and why no one should ever expect Mike to schedule another Teams meeting.

https://talking.catholicstarherald.org/podcast/fall-26-preview/

09/06/2026

Ahead of the current , faithful of all ages from St. Teresa of Calcutta Parish - NJ gathered for a multilingual rosary last month.

Pope Francis’ “Laudato Si’: On Care for Our Common Home” was introduced, and the evening also included Adoration and Benediction.

Learn more: https://catholicstarherald.org/faithful-come-together-to-pray-rosary-in-a-dozen-languages/

09/05/2026

The Paul VI girls cross country team won the Nike Cherokee Challenge today at Cherokee High School. The Eagles bested 31 other teams to take the top prize.

🎥 Mark Zimmaro

09/04/2026

A goal line stand helped preserve a 13-0 shutout for Paul VI on the road at Delran.
🎥 Mark Zimmaro

09/03/2026

Today we celebrate the Memorial of the Great, Pope and Doctor of the Church.

Pope Saint Gregory I, known as “the Great,” served the Church with wisdom, humility, and a deep love for Christ.

the Great, patron saint of singers and teachers, !

09/02/2026

Help our neighbors, and support Catholic Charities of South Jersey!

09/02/2026

As the began yesterday, Sept. 1, Pope Leo XIV invited people to take time out from the daily bustle of their lives to listen to “the melodious voice of creation,” through which God speaks, during this five-week period dedicated “to prayer and commitment to caring for our ‘common home.”

“On this day, therefore, and in the weeks ahead, let us set aside a few moments to pause from the frenzy of our daily lives in order to savor the profound harmony of which we ourselves are a part,” he said.

Read the full story from EWTN now: https://catholicstarherald.org/pope-leo-take-time-out-of-the-daily-bustle-to-listen-to-the-melodious-voice-of-creation/

09/01/2026

"May our care for water be a sign of love for the Creator and a commitment to the lives of the poor, educating new generations to value and protect the Earth’s resources."

Pray with Pope Leo in this , as he invites all to pray for the care of water in the month of September.



Vatican News

09/01/2026

Let us pray for God‘s creation, and peace.

“They shall beat their swords into plowshares and their spears into pruning hooks.” (Isaiah 2:4) is the 2026 theme for , chosen by .

Today, we are reminded that caring for God’s creation and working for peace go hand in hand. War and violence not only harm people and communities but also leave lasting wounds on the earth, our common home.

September 1 also begins the ecumenical , a time to pray, reflect and act as faithful stewards of God’s beautiful creation. This year’s theme, “Living Water,” from Ezekiel 47:1–12, reminds us of the life-giving power of water to restore, renew and sustain all creation.

May this season deepen our gratitude for God’s gifts and inspire us to protect creation, pursue peace and care for our common home.