Religions & Spirituality

EAST BRUNSWICK, NJ - An East Brunswick Christian faith community has found a home at 5 Fern Road, sharing space with Temple B'Nai Shalom. The Vibrant Church invites local residents to its official opening on Sunday, June 5 at 2:00 pm. Kevin and Crystal Pleasant are co-pastors of the "Vibrant Church with a heart for the nations."

Say the Pastors, "We focus on positively ...

NEW BRUNSWICK, NJ – Saint Peter’s University Hospital recently observed World Day of the Sick – a moment when prayers are offered for those who are suffering, praise is given to their caretakers and faith organizations mark this day by providing medicines, food and spiritual guidance. It hosted its annual mass on Friday, Feb. 11, when the Most Reverend James F. Checchio, Bishop ...

SPOTSWOOD, NJ - The SHOP at St. Peter's was bustling on February 5 as it welcomed customers back to its newly renovated thrift shop. The space occupying the original thrift shop got a makeover too. It's now a community space that has been nicknamed the "living room" by volunteers. The area actually encompasses the oldest part of the campus of the historic St. Peter's ...

SPOTSWOOD, NJ - Roman Carone dropped 22 points to help lead the Spotswood High School boys varsity basketball team past Somerville High School on Saturday. The 59-39 victory was Spotswood's fourth in a row. On Friday night, Spotswood defeated Piscataway Tech 83-31. Quinn Carran led Somerville with 16 points. Aiden Scher netted 10 points for the Chargers. Casey Cumiskey scored eight and Daniel ...

HELMETTA, NJ - The Helmetta and Spotswood communities were saddened over the weekend to hear of the passing of 16-year-old Jason D'Angelo. D'Angelo passed away on Saturday, November 6. In lieu of flowers, his parents, Thomas and Lauren D'Angelo, are asking people to consider making a donation to the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society in the teen's name.

A visitation will be held at ...