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THE OFFICIAL NEWSPAPER OF THE DIOCESE OF METUCHEN
APRIL 24, 2025 • VOL. 30 NO. 3
THE GREATEST LOVE STORY Having journeyed together through Lent, Catholics of the Diocese prayed, worshipped and reflected during the Triduum and joyfully celebrated Easter with Jubilee hope. Read Bishop James F. Checchio’s Easter message and see Chrism Mass, Holy Week and Easter coverage at pgs.2-3, 22-23. —John Batkowski photo
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Perspectives
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Movie Review
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Diocesan Events
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