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THE OFFICIAL NEWSPAPER OF THE DIOCESE OF METUCHEN
SEPTEMBER 19, 2024 • VOL. 29 NO. 8
Sisters of Christian Charity John Paul Thorley, Josephine Wagner and Maria Pia Arca, from left, made their Final Profession of Vows during a Eucharistic liturgy in the Chapel of Mary Immaculate, Mallinckrodt Convent, Mendham, Aug. 15. Bishop James F. Checchio and Bishop Paul Bradley of the Diocese of Kalamazoo, Michigan, served as presiding celebrants. See pg. 3. —Dennis Dalelio photo
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Perspectives
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Movie Review
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Diocesan Events
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