Catholic Spirit Diocese transitions to solar energy for St. John Neumann Pastoral Center - pg. 27
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THE OFFICIAL NEWSPAPER OF THE DIOCESE OF METUCHEN
JULY 20, 2023 • VOL. 28 NO. 6 • $2.00
Anointed to Serve Father Jose Manuel Lim was ordained to the priesthood by Bishop James F. Checchio June 24 in St. Francis of Assisi Cathedral, Metuchen. During Ordination, Bishop Checchio anointed the hands of the newly ordained priest with Sacred Chrism to prepare him for the sacred duties of offering the bread and wine, anointing the sick and blessing the People of God. The Ordination story and photos begin on pg. 3. — Photo by Mike Ehrmann
INSIDE Perspectives
4
Deacons’ Day of Service
14
Our Faith
33
Movie Review
41
Diocesan Events
43
Priest Milestones Anniversaries - 20