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# Saint Anthony of Padua Catholic Church

251 Franklin Street Hightstown, NJ 08520

## Posts

- [Youth Ministry Blog](https://stanthony-hightstown.net/youth-ministry-blog/)
- [INSCRIPCIONES VERANO 2022 (ESPAÑOL)](https://stanthony-hightstown.net/inscripciones-programa-verano-2022-espanol/) - Que es el Programa de Verano de Educacion Religiosa? El Programa de Verano es un Programa de Educación Religiosa intensivo (dos semanas) diseñado como un modelo alternativo al programa semanal tradicional. Cada día su hijo trabajará en el plan de estudios de nivel de grado (Finding God, Loyola Press). Este año el programa será presencial.
- [Virtual Summer Program](https://stanthony-hightstown.net/virtual-summer-program/) - The Virtual Summer Program is a family based alternative model to the traditional in-person weekly program and includes online classes, crafts, music and online Masses. When: July 6- July 1 Where: At Home Eligibility You must be a registered parishioner of St. Anthony of Padua You should connect
- [Summer Program](https://stanthony-hightstown.net/summer-program/) - SUMMER PROGRAM All students who attended the Religious Education Summer Program are asked to attend a minimum of three parish events during the year. This is one of the requirements for the successful completion of the summer program. It is important for families to stay connected to the parish community. This is the time of
- [Life Teen and Edge will be meeting Sunday, December 21st @ 5 p.m](https://stanthony-hightstown.net/life-teen-and-edge-will-be-meeting-sunday-december-21st-5-p-m/) - Sunday, December 21st will be our last social night with Life Teen and Edge will be playing fun activities & we'll be having PIZZA.... Come and join our last social night at 5 p.m. Gymnasium.
- [December 7th Life Teen and Edge will be meeting @ 5 p.m.](https://stanthony-hightstown.net/december-7th-life-teen-and-edge-will-be-meeting-5-p-m/) - Don't miss out it'll be our last topic and then Christmas Party on Dec. 14th Topic for Dec 7th we will be discussing about Advent. The significance of Advent :)
- [Array of Hope Concert!](https://stanthony-hightstown.net/array-of-hope-concert/) - Array of Hope Hope to see you there on Oct 18th. It'll be a day of worship in a youth level, & a time to shake it off to our Savior
- [St. Anthony's of Padua Youth Group meetings from 6-11th grade are invited](https://stanthony-hightstown.net/st-anthonys-of-padua-youth-group-meetings-from-6-11th-grade-are-invited/) - Sunday, August 7. 2016 @2:00pm-7:00pm the youth group will head to the beach. Sunday, August 28. 2016 @5:00pm-6:45pm the youth group will meet in the Community Room.
- [There will be no Life Teen this weekend Sunday, May 22.](https://stanthony-hightstown.net/there-will-be-no-life-teen-this-weekend-sunday-may-22/) - The next meeting will be Sunday, May, 29 @4:00pm mass for a Life Teen Mass. Then @ 5:00pm we will gather for food and a live show that will be a short skit from the Young Adult Ministry of Trenton. All youth and family are invited!!!
- [Sunday. May 5, 2016 (Youth Group and Six Flags Trip)](https://stanthony-hightstown.net/sunday-may-5-2016-youth-group-and-six-flags-tripwas/) - Long time I haven't been updating with what is going on with Life Teen. So, let start by.... DYC EVENT WAS BEAUTIFUL & FUN DYC 2016 Half of the teens will be going to the SIX FLAGS YOUTH RALLY Sunday, May 5. The other half will be attending to youth group @5:00 pm (GYMNASIUM) with
- [Life Teen will  not meet Nov. 8th](https://stanthony-hightstown.net/life-teen-will-not-meet-nov-8th/) - I will see you guys November 15th! will be the next time we meet!
- [Life Teen will be meeting SUN. NOV. 1st Movie Night!](https://stanthony-hightstown.net/life-teen-will-be-meeting-nov-1st-movie-night/) - Life Teen will meet SUNDAY, Nov. 1st @ 5:00 PM GYMNASIUM (MOVIE NIGHT)
- [There will be no Life Teen October 25th](https://stanthony-hightstown.net/there-will-be-no-life-teen-october-25th/) - The next time Life Teen meets up is November 1st 2015.
- [There will be Life Teen and Edge this Sunday Oct. 18th @ 5:00 p.m Gymnasium](https://stanthony-hightstown.net/there-will-be-life-teen-and-edge-this-sunday-oct-18th-500-p-m-gymnasium/) - See you soon! Topic for this Sunday will be: Work The Work
- [September 26th Visit of the Pope to Philly](https://stanthony-hightstown.net/september-26th-visit-of-the-pope-to-philly/) - Pope Francis Visit to PA 2015 It was a beautiful experience, the visit of Pope Francis in PA. It was just an amazing experience that only did families, clergy and young adult from around the world came together and visit the Pope. It was just an experience how different cultures and people, believe in the
- [Life Teen will meet October 4th @ 5:00PM Gymnasium](https://stanthony-hightstown.net/life-teen-will-meet-october-4th-500pm-gymnasium/) - Life Teen will meet October 4th @ 5:00PM Gymnasium
- [Life Teen will not meet September 27th!](https://stanthony-hightstown.net/life-teen-will-not-meet-september-27th/) - Enjoy with the family this weekend and watching Pope Francis arrival to the U.S.
- [Life Teen & Edge will meet Sunday, September 20th @ 5:00 PM Gymnasium](https://stanthony-hightstown.net/life-teen-edge-will-meet-sunday-september-20th-500-pm-gymnasium/) - Come and join Life Teen and be part of the life night this Sunday coming up! Bring snacks to share with your brothers and sisters in Christ!
- [Life Teen and Edge will meet September 20th @ 5:00PM Gymnasium](https://stanthony-hightstown.net/life-teen-and-edge-will-meet-september-20th-500pm-gymnasium/) - Topic:"Freedom & Failure"
- [Life Teen will not be meeting Sunday August 13th 2015](https://stanthony-hightstown.net/life-teen-will-not-be-meeting-sunday-august-13th-2015/) - Pope Emojis Just Became a Thing. If there’s one thing I want to shout from the rooftops it’s “THE POPE IS COMING!!!” I feel a little like Elf, not gunna lie. by CHRISTINA MEAD
- [There is no Life Teen Sunday September 13th](https://stanthony-hightstown.net/there-is-no-life-teen-sunday-september-13th/) - Life Teen will meet September 20th 2015
- [LIKE TEEN KICK OFF EVENT SUN. SEPTEMBER, 6TH @5:00PM GYM](https://stanthony-hightstown.net/like-teen-kick-off-event-sun-september-6th-500pm-gym/)
- [Life Teen will not meet August 30th](https://stanthony-hightstown.net/life-teen-will-not-meet-august-30th/) - Sunday, August 30th Life Teen Core-Members will be having a Meeting @ 5:00pm Gymnasium. Whoever is interested in becoming a core member for Life Teen please assist to this meeting!
- [Life Teen and Edge will not be meeting August 23rd](https://stanthony-hightstown.net/life-teen-and-edge-will-not-be-meeting-august-23rd/) - Retreat weekend August 21,22,23 at St.Mary's Cathedral Trenton!
- [There is no Life Teen August 16th!](https://stanthony-hightstown.net/there-is-no-life-teen-august-16th/) - "Have patience and pray to God, he is hearing you"
- [No Life Teen August 2nd!](https://stanthony-hightstown.net/no-life-teen-august-2nd/)
- [Life Teen is going to have an ice cream sundae Party July 26th @5:00PM Gymnasium](https://stanthony-hightstown.net/life-teen-is-going-to-have-an-ice-cream-sundae-party-july-26th-500pm-gymnasium/)
- [There is no Life Teen July 19th](https://stanthony-hightstown.net/there-is-no-life-teen-july-19th/) - We will be meeting July 26th!
- [Sunday, July 12th there will be no Life Teen](https://stanthony-hightstown.net/sunday-july-12th-there-will-be-no-life-teen/)
- [LIFE TEEN IS SEEKING FOR CORE MEMEBERS](https://stanthony-hightstown.net/life-teen-is-seeking-for-core-memebers/) - If you are interest in becoming a core member and helping our Life Teen nights and social nights and participating in events and meetings, please contact Liz Guzhnay! We are seeking Seniors in High School, College Students or Independent Adults.
- [There is no group July 5th 2015 (Independence Weekend) Enjoy!](https://stanthony-hightstown.net/there-is-no-group-july-5th-2015-independence-weekend-enjoy/)
- [June 28th Life Teen will be meeting @ 5:00 p.m Gymnasium](https://stanthony-hightstown.net/june-28th-life-teen-will-be-meeting-500-p-m-gymnasium/) - Please wear gym clothes (Sneakers)
- [Life Teen will be meeting June 28th @ 5:00pm Gymnasium](https://stanthony-hightstown.net/life-teen-will-be-meeting-june-28th-500pm-gymnasium/) - Please dress with gym clothes, we will be playing playing different kind of activities. Life Teen Picnic 2015
- [There is no Life Teen June 21st (Fathers Day)](https://stanthony-hightstown.net/there-is-no-life-teen-june-21st-fathers-day/) - Happy Fathers Day to all dads and enjoy with the family.
- [Save The Date for 4th of July !](https://stanthony-hightstown.net/save-the-date-for-4th-of-july/) - Join us for a July 4 (9 a.m Mass in honor of the Blessed Virgin Mary for the United States of America) Rosary:Patriotic Rosary Begins at 8:15 a.m (Call Caritas of Birmingham: 205-672-2000 x 315 / 24 hours-day)
- [LIfe Teen will be having a Picnic June 14th@ 5:00p.m Grassy Area](https://stanthony-hightstown.net/life-teen-will-be-having-a-picnic-june-14th-500p-m-grassy-area/) - Teens, Come and join us this Sunday June 14th at 5:00p.m grassy area by the dumpsters for a BBQ and have some fun. Bring your own snacks to share. Youth Ministry
- [Life Teen will not be meeting June 7th](https://stanthony-hightstown.net/life-teen-will-not-be-meeting-june-7th/) - Hello Teens, We will be meeting June 14th with a Picnic. Please bring your own snacks you guys want to share with the youth group.
- [Life Teen and Edge will be meeting May 31st 2015 @ 5:00PM Gymnasium](https://stanthony-hightstown.net/life-teen-and-edge-will-be-meeting-may-31st-2015-500pm-gymnasium/) - Please come and join us to our last topic issue May 31st @ 5:00 P.M Gymnasium
- [Life Teen and Edge will not be meeting May 24th 2015 Memorial weekend](https://stanthony-hightstown.net/life-teen-and-edge-will-not-be-meeting-may-24th-2015-memorial-weekend/) - How are you guys, well I hope everybody is doing well in this time of May. Life Teen and Edge will be having their last issue topic May 31st. Then in June 14th we will be having a picnic to welcome the summer. Please bring snacks to share and sneakers to participate in activities. An
- [Life Teen is going to Youth Rally Six Flags May 17th](https://stanthony-hightstown.net/life-teen-is-going-to-youth-rally-six-flags-may-17th/) - Life Teen is going to Six Flags with the Diocese of Trenton Youth Rally It is going to be so much FUN. We are coming altogether as one. We are going to meet with other youth ministry and clergy that will be participating with us.
- [Life Teen and Edge will be meeting April 26th @ 5:00pm Gymnasium](https://stanthony-hightstown.net/life-teen-and-edge-will-be-meeting-april-26th-500pm-gymnasium/)
- [Life Teen and Edge will be meeting March 29th 2015 @ 5:00pm Gymnasium](https://stanthony-hightstown.net/life-teen-and-edge-will-be-meeting-march-29th-2015-500pm-gymnasium/) - Lets leave our problems and sufferings on that cross and carry it with Jesus our Savior. Lets pray and cry to God with the cross we are carrying in our lives.
- [Station of the Cross is Canceled](https://stanthony-hightstown.net/station-of-the-cross-is-canceled/) - Life Teen and Edge, Tonight Stations of the Cross is being canceled. Stay warm.
- [Life Teen & Edge will not be meeting March 22nd](https://stanthony-hightstown.net/life-teen-edge-will-not-be-meeting-march-22nd/) - Life Teen and Edge will not be meeting March 22nd 2015 because that day is DYC at Notre Dame. Please go and join that wonderful event. I will be seeing you March 29th @ 5:00 p.m Also please sign up for the Pro-Life Workshop that will be held in our Parish! April 18th. You can
- [Life Teen & Edge will not be meeting March 15th](https://stanthony-hightstown.net/life-teen-edge-will-not-be-meeting-march-15th/) - During Lent look for god and ask for strength to help you through the torments.
- [Life Teen and Edge will not be Meeting Sunday, Feb. 15th.](https://stanthony-hightstown.net/life-teen-and-edge-will-not-be-meeting-sunday-feb-15th/) - #SHAREJESUS: A SOCIAL MEDIA CHALLENGE FOR LENT -LIFE TEEN AND EDGE
- [There will be Life Teen and Edge Feb. 8th. 2015 @ 5:00 p.m ](https://stanthony-hightstown.net/there-will-be-life-teen-and-edge-feb-8th-2015-500-p-m/) - Well Ash Wednesday is coming up. We should already start thinking what are we going to give up during Lent. Let’s recap. Lent comes along every year. And every year you think you should give up something that will be A) difficult, B) life-changing, and C) creative.I present to you 102 things to give up
- [Life Teen and Edge will be meeting Feb.8th 2015 ](https://stanthony-hightstown.net/life-teen-and-edge-will-be-meeting-feb-8th-2015/) - Life Teen and Edge will be meeting Feb. 8th. 2015 @ 5:00 p.m the topic will be "BE MY VALENTINE" come and join us!
- [Life Teen and Edge will NOT be meeting Sunday Jan. 25th 2015](https://stanthony-hightstown.net/life-teen-and-edge-will-not-be-meeting-sunday-jan-25th-2015/) - Remember to be Soldier's of Christ..... Help him in this earth!
- [Reminder: Jan. 18. 15 @ 5:00 p.m.  Gymnasium ](https://stanthony-hightstown.net/reminder-jan-18-15-500-p-m-gymnasium/) - Come and join us...... Sunday, Jan. 18 @ 5:00 p.m. Kick-OFF for Life Teen and Edge
- [JAN 18th 2015- Life Teen and Edge will be having the KICK 0FF! @ 5 p.m ](https://stanthony-hightstown.net/jan-18th-2015-life-teen-and-edge-will-be-having-the-kick-0ff-5-p-m/) - Come to the KICK Off JAN 18. 2015 @ 5 p.m. Gymnasium :) FUN ACTIVTIES
- [Life Teen and Edge will not be meeting December 14th 2014](https://stanthony-hightstown.net/life-teen-and-edge-will-not-be-meeting-december-14th-2014/) - Although Life Teen and Edge will be meeting December 21st and it will be the last social night until we go on winter break and meet again next year. Attention take this time of Advent to reflect and prepare our gifts to Jesus on his birthday. We are still on time.
- [Life Teen and Edge will not be meeting Nov. 30th ](https://stanthony-hightstown.net/life-teen-and-edge-will-not-be-meeting-nov-30th/) - Life and Edge will not be meeting because of Thanksgiving week. I figured this is the time to reflect and be with the family and do something thankful to our brother and sister in Christ. For an example, during this week how about we think of the homeless people and give them a cup
- [NOV 9th 2014 EDGE & LIFE TEEN WILL NOT BE MEETING!](https://stanthony-hightstown.net/nov-9th-2014-edge-life-teen-will-not-be-meeting/) - Just a reminder Life Teen and Edge will not be meeting Nov 9th , 2014. Life Teen and Edge is a great environment to socialize and to learn spiritually about our faith. So far being in charge of the Youth Ministry I LOVE it . Just able to know these kids just gives me the
- [Life Teen and Edge will be Meeting Nov 2nd @ 5 p.m.](https://stanthony-hightstown.net/life-teen-and-edge-will-be-meeting-nov-2nd-5-p-m/) - Topic for Life Teen is FEARS VS. DREAMS Topic for Edge is LOVING OUR ENEMIES: DEALING WITH BULLYING As you may see in today's society there is a lot of depression and suicide, especially in teenagers. Many reasons to this are cyber bullying which I call it the cyber virus. Many teenagers are connected to the
- [Array of Hope Experience 10/18/14](https://stanthony-hightstown.net/array-of-hope-experience-101814/) - On Saturday Oct. 18th, The Life Teen core members and 2 Edge Kids were able to join the "Array of Hope" concert. Nayeli Franco and Kailyn Castro (Edge members) said: "They loved the music vibe, the images with positive quotes from the bible made them reflect during the concert that was shown in the powerpoint

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- [Home](https://stanthony-hightstown.net/) - St. Anthony of Padua Roman Catholic Church in Hightstown, NJ. Pastor Father Oscar
- [Fall Program - Programa de Otoño](https://stanthony-hightstown.net/religious-education/fall/) - The Parish Religious Education Program (PREP) at St. Anthony of Padua is honored to serve and assist parents in their responsibility of being the primary educators of their child’s faith. Our program provides classes for over 400 students in grades 1-8. Our Traditional Program meets on Mondays, Tuesdays and Wednesdays from September through May. We
- [Ministries](https://stanthony-hightstown.net/ministries/) - Ministries and Organizations of St. Anthony of Padua Catholic Church in Hightstown, NJ
- [Confirmation](https://stanthony-hightstown.net/confirmation/) - Confirmation perfects Baptismal grace; it is the sacrament which gives the Holy Spirit in order to root us more deeply in the divine filiation, incorporate us more firmly into Christ, strengthen our bond with the Church, associate us more closely with her mission, and help us bear witness to the Christian faith in words
- [FALL REGISTRATION (ESPAÑOL)](https://stanthony-hightstown.net/fall-registration-espanol-2/) - El Programa de otoño de Educación Religiosa 2026-2027 ofrece clases virtuales y de educación en el hogar únicamente a los alumnos que no se encuentran en los cursos de preparación para los sacramentos. Las clases para los cursos de 1.º a 8.º se impartirán los lunes y martes por la tarde. Las clases de los
- [FALL REGISTRATION (ENGLISH)](https://stanthony-hightstown.net/fall-registration-english/) - The 2026-2027 Religious Education Fall Program offers virtual and homeschool learning only to students in non-Sacramental preparation years. Classes for Grades 1 through 8 will take place on Monday and Tuesday evenings. Wednesday evening classes are reserved only for students in Grade 3 and above who have never attended religious education classes before or have
- [Helping Hands](https://stanthony-hightstown.net/helping-hands/) - Save your change…. for St. Anthony’s Helping Hands All donations collected go to those in need in our own community. Collection Schedule Collection Schedule Espanol How you can help.... Provide food coupons Assist with fund raisers Monetary contributions (place in collection, drop off or mail to church office) Prayers St. Anthony’s Helping Hands Mission
- [Baptism](https://stanthony-hightstown.net/baptism/) - Attention parents: We ask that you contact the Parish Office to arrange to have your baby or young child baptized. Please plan to attend a pre-Baptism gathering for an update on Catholic teaching including Baptism. It is not necessary to wait until your baby is born to attend our Baptism gathering. In fact, most parents
- [Summer Registration 2026 (Español)](https://stanthony-hightstown.net/summer-registration-spanish-2/) - ¿QUÉ ES EL PROGRAMA DE EDUCACIÓN RELIGIOSA DE VERANO? El programa de verano es un programa intensivo de Educación Religiosa (dos semanas) diseñado como un modelo alternativo al programa semanal tradicional. Cada día su hijo trabajará en el plan de estudios de nivel de grado (Encontrando a Dios, Creciendo con Dios de Loyola Press).
- [Summer Registration 2026 (English)](https://stanthony-hightstown.net/summer-registration-english/) - What is the Summer Religious Education Program? The Summer Program is an intensive (two weeks) Religious Education Program designed as an alternative model to the traditional weekly program. Each day your child will work on the grade level curriculum ( Finding God, Growing with God from Loyola Pres). Children will also attend classes in art,
- [SUMMER PROGRAM / PROGRAMA DE VERANO](https://stanthony-hightstown.net/summerprogram/) - GRADES : 3,4,5 & 6 (Only) The Summer Program is an intensive (two weeks) Religious Education Program designed as an alternative model to the traditional weekly program. Each day your child will work on the grade level curriculum (Finding God & Growing with God from Loyola Press). Children will also attend classes in art, music
- [Easter Season](https://stanthony-hightstown.net/easter-schedule/) - St. Anthony of Padua Easter Mass Schedule 2017
- [Anointing of the Sick](https://stanthony-hightstown.net/anointing-of-the-sick/) - Please contact the Parish Office 609 448-0141 if you or a loved one are in need of a priest for the Sacrament of the Anointing of the Sick. In case of an emergency requiring a priest, please call 609 448-0141 x 30 (for emergencies only please) If you are in the hospital and in need
- [Request a Certificate](https://stanthony-hightstown.net/request-certificate/) - Request a Copy of Your Sacramental Certificates Download form Solicitud para una copia de sus certificados sacramentales Descargar el formulario
- [Order of Christian Initiation of Adults (OCIA)](https://stanthony-hightstown.net/religious-education/adult-faith-formation/) - The Order of Christian Initiation of Adults (OCIA formerly RCIA) is an ancient process restored by the Second Vatican Council primarily intended for any unbaptized person over the age of seven who is thinking of becoming a Catholic. It is also for adults who are seeking to be in Full Communion with the Church. That
- [Christmas Schedule](https://stanthony-hightstown.net/holy-day-mass-schedule/) - CHRISTMAS SCHEDULE 2025 Sacrament of Reconciliation Every Saturday 3:15PM to 3:45PM After 9AM Daily Masses Penance Service – Wednesday, December 17, 2025 6:00PM Christmas Eve – December 24, 2025 (Wednesday) 4:00pm -- Mass 6:00pm -- Mass 8:00pm – Liturgia Hispana 10:00PM - Mass Christmas Day – December 25, 2025 (Thursday) Holy Day of Obligation 9:00am
- [Parish Staff](https://stanthony-hightstown.net/parish-staff/) - Reverend Oscar Sumanga, Pastor fatheroscar@stanthonychurch.org Reverend Arian Wharff, Parochial Vicar frarian@stanthonychurch.org Deacon: Joe Sbarra jsbarra@dioceseoftrenton.org Parish Office Assistant / Baptisms: Ximena Bustamante x12 ximena@stanthonychurch.org Religious Education Coordinator: Viviana Bonilla x21 vbonilla@stanthonychurch.org Religious Education Administrative Assistant: Lucia Cruz Barrita x29 lucia@stanthonychurch.org Media / Facilities Coordinator: Deb Napolitano x11 deb@stanthonychurch.org Business Manager / Parish Accountant: Henry Kazin
- [Ministerio Hispano](https://stanthony-hightstown.net/ministerio-hispano/) - Registro Parroquial Enlace al periódico de la Diócesis ¡¡Participe y conectase con la comunidad de fe en la diocesis!! Enlace a la página de Facebook Pastor: Rev. Oscar Sumanga Vicario parroquial: Rev. Arian Wharff Coordinadora del Departamento de Programa de Educación Religiosa: Viviana Bonilla 609 448-0141 x21 Matrimonios, Quinceañeras, Bautizos, e Intensiones : Ximena Bustamante 609
- [1st Holy Communion](https://stanthony-hightstown.net/1st-holy-communion/) - The Eucharist is the “Source and Summit of the Christian Life.” Children receive their First Holy Communion in the Easter season after two years of preparation. Preparation consists of weekly classes and retreats. Children prepare and receive the Sacrament of Reconciliation before receiving their First Holy Communion. Please contact our Religious Education Office x29 for
- [Donate](https://stanthony-hightstown.net/onlinegiving/) - Online giving option for St. Anthony of Padua Catholic Church in Hightstown, NJ
- [Parish Record Update](https://stanthony-hightstown.net/parish-record-update/) - Parish Record Update Forms We have begun distributing bilingual Record Update forms. Our parish staff and some volunteers may be calling you for this same update. Please do not be overwhelmed by the many avenues this updating will be provided to you. We only request you respond once. We are doing this because of how
- [Virtual Prayer Book](https://stanthony-hightstown.net/virtual-prayer-book/) - Fill out my online form. Please note: there is no need to repeat prayer intentions - intentions remain active.
- [Become a Parishioner](https://stanthony-hightstown.net/become-a-member/) - Welcome to the Saint Anthony of Padua Parish Community! Become a registered member We hope our community becomes your spiritual home for years to come. We encourage all to be active participants in our celebrations as we worship and praise our God. Expect the best from this faith community: expect to connect personally with other
- [Eucharistic Revival](https://stanthony-hightstown.net/eucharistic-revival/) - ​What is the Eucharistic Revival? It is a movement of Catholics across the United States to be healed, converted, formed, and unified by an encounter with Jesus in the Eucharist—and sent out in mission “for the life of the world.” The National Eucharistic Revival and National Eucharistic Congress are a direct response to the Holy
- [Newsletter Signup](https://stanthony-hightstown.net/newsletter-signup/) - JOIN US! / UNETE A NOSOTROS! - Monthly Newsletters! Get Parish news delivered right to your email inbox or phone. Recibe noticias de la Parroquia directamente en tu correo electrónico o en tu teléfono. We have been sending alerts, parish events & newsletters, closings and emergency information. Pronto comenzaremos a enviar alertas, eventos parroquiales y
- [St Anthony of Padua](https://stanthony-hightstown.net/map-1/) - [wpgmza id="1"]
- [My first map](https://stanthony-hightstown.net/map/) - [wpgmza id="1"]
- [140th Anniversary Gala](https://stanthony-hightstown.net/140th-anniversary-gala/)
- [Knights of Columbus](https://stanthony-hightstown.net/knights-of-columbus/) - An Introduction to the Knights of Columbus: It is now easier than ever for Christian men to be part of the Knights of the Columbus. While many men express the interest in the Knights, they also say that they are busy devoting their time to involvement with their families in various organizations and activities:
- [Información](https://stanthony-hightstown.net/informacion/) - 140 años de trabajo: cuenta regresiva para la Gala 14 de junio 2025 INTENSIONES PARA LAS MISAS: Las podrá solicitar en la oficina o llamar a la ext. 12. con dos semanas de anticipación en horas laborables BAUTIZOS: Se realizan el segundo sábado del mes a las 10:00 AM. Para más información acercarse a la
- [Parish Calendar](https://stanthony-hightstown.net/parish-calendar/)
- [FALL PROGRAM / POGRAMA DE OTOÑO](https://stanthony-hightstown.net/fall/) - Welcome back to all our Religious Education students! The 2023-2024 program will be carried out in person for all grades. However, in cases of contingency, the program will continue hybrid or virtually. PROGRAM INFORMATION 2024-2025 ¡Bienvenido de nuevo a todos nuestros estudiantes de Educación Religiosa! El programa 2023-2024 se llevará a cabo de forma presencial para todos
- [VBS - Vacation Bible School](https://stanthony-hightstown.net/vacation-bible-school-information/) - St. Anthony of Padua Vacation Bible School Join for an exciting scuba adventure! NEW TIME THIS YEAR! Mark your calendar Get ready for an ocean of fun as we sing, play games, conduct science experiments, and learn bible stories. We will be experiencing what a good friend we have in Jesus. Don't miss out!
- [Holy Day Mass Schedule](https://stanthony-hightstown.net/holy-day-mass-schedule-2/) - The Immaculate Conception Friday, December 8, 2023 Holy Day of Obligation Mass Schedule: 9am English 12:15pm English 6:30pm Spanish
- [Financial](https://stanthony-hightstown.net/financial/) - Statement of Revenues and Expenses St. Anthony of Padua’s Statement of Revenues and Expenses for the last fiscal year (7/1/22 thru 6/30/2023) Parish Financial Report June 2023 If on reviewing the financial report you have any questions please contact the Parish Accountant, Henry Kazin at finance@stanthonychurch.org or give him a call in the office 609
- [Directions](https://stanthony-hightstown.net/directions/) - The Parish Business Office and the Office of Religious Education are located in the school building at 156 Maxwell Avenue (behind the Church/Rectory). Enter through the main entrance on Maxwell Ave. Make a right into the hallway. The offices are clearly marked over each door. FROM THE NEW JERSEY TURNPIKE Exit the turnpike at Exit
- [VBS - Escuela Vacacional Biblica](https://stanthony-hightstown.net/vbs-escuela-vacacional-biblica/) - Todos a Bordo!!! Escuela Biblica Vacacional -San Antonio de Padua Unite a una emocionante aventura en Ferrocarril! En Rocky Railway EBV, los niños descubren que el poder de Jesús puede ayudarlos a superar los altibajos de la vida. Los niños participan en actividades memorables de aprendizaje de la Biblia, cantan canciones pegadizas, juegos
- [Ash Wednesday](https://stanthony-hightstown.net/lent-and-ash-wednesday/) - ASH WEDNESDAY SCHEDULE February 22, 2023 9:00 am Mass 12 noon Service 5:00 pm Mass 6:30 pm Mass in Spanish Lenten Retreat March 18, 2023 Saturday 9:00 am Lunch will be served Free will offering RSVP Sheila 609-448-0141 Ext. 25 Station Churches of Mercer County Station Churches of Mercer County Mass Tuesday 7:00 pm The
- [Tabernacle Project](https://stanthony-hightstown.net/tabernacle-project/) - As previously announced by Father Oscar, the Tabernacle project is now in progress with an anticipated completion date prior to Holy Week 2023. All those who have pledged a donation in support of this project have or will be receiving a letter asking for payments to satisfy their pledges. We thank everyone again for your
- [Marriage](https://stanthony-hightstown.net/marriage/) - The Bishops of the Province (Dioceses) ask for a year’s preparation before we celebrate the Sacrament of Marriage. Our goal is to help you prepare for a life-time of marriage; one that is healthy, grace-filled and ready to stand the test of time. You might see this preparation as an investment in your future as
- [Medicare](https://stanthony-hightstown.net/medicare/) - RECURSOS DE MEDICARE PARA LA POBLACIÓN INMIGRANTE Infórmese sobre los requisitos de elegibilidad, las opciones de cobertura y los costos de Medicare para las poblaciones inmigrantes. Hay una serie de recursos y apoyos disponibles a nivel local y en línea para ayudar a responder a las preguntas sobre la elegibilidad de Medicare, la cobertura y
- [Parish Cookout 2022](https://stanthony-hightstown.net/parish-cookout-2022/) - [metagallery id=6539] [metagallery id=6568]
- [Recursos](https://stanthony-hightstown.net/recursos/) - Necesitas ayuda: encontrar alimentos, pagar facturas, salud mental o física, abuso de sustancias, necesidades para adultos mayores, necesidades legales, discapacidades, y otros problemas? RECURSOS Teléfono 211 – (confidencial y multilingüe) – referencias de la comunidad – por todo lo anterior RISE – agencia local (manejo de casos) bilingüe Mercer County ID, dispensa de alimentos,
- [Resources](https://stanthony-hightstown.net/resources/) - Do you need help: finding food, paying bills, mental or physical health, substance abuse, senior needs, legal assistance, disabilities, or other issues? RESOURCES 211 – confidential and multi-lingual (community referrals for all of the above) RISE – local agency 1 609 443-4464 Case management (bi-lingual), County IDs, food pantry, WIC, summer camp, community
- [Fall Program Virtual - Espanol](https://stanthony-hightstown.net/fall-registration-espanol/) - Programa de Educación Religiosa 2020-2021 Inscripciones Cerradas Las inscripciones de nuestro programa de verano comenzará en marzo de 2021 Debido a la situación actual y las prácticas de cuidado requeridas que debemos tomar para mantenernos seguros, San Antonio de Padua ha decidido tener SOLAMENTE instrucción Virtual en Vivo y Estudio en Casa para
- [Fall Program-Virtual - English](https://stanthony-hightstown.net/prep-registration/) - Religious Education Registration
- [PREP News - Noticias](https://stanthony-hightstown.net/prep-news/) - IMPORTANT UPDATES Our new Religious Education Office Hours are: Monday - Friday: 9:30am - 4:00pm Please wear a mask upon entering the building. Remember that you can also contact us by email at vbonilla@stanthonychurch.org or by phone 609-448-0141 ext. 21 FALL PROGRAM VOLUNTEERS NEEDED!! We are looking for experienced as well as new
- [Summer - Event Reflection Sheet](https://stanthony-hightstown.net/summer-program-2/) - All students who attended the Religious Education Summer Program 2019 are asked to attend a minimum of three parish events during the year. This is one of the requirements for the successful completion of the summer program. It is important for families to stay connected to the parish community. After you attend an event you
- [COVID-19 Donations](https://stanthony-hightstown.net/covid-19-donations/) - In an effort to limit contact, we are no longer receiving donations of food and grocery items. We encourage those who can help to send in checks and gift cards by mail. The most convenient ways are: Venmo @stanthonychurch Online Giving
- [Synod 2021 - 2023](https://stanthony-hightstown.net/xvi-synod-of-bishops-synodality/) - Synod 2021 - 2023: For a synodal Church: communion, participation and mission. PASTORAL LETTER TO THE DIOCESE OF TRENTON To the clergy, consecrated religious and lay faithful of the Diocese of Trenton, I rarely enjoy traveling alone, whether for business or pleasure. When going somewhere, especially on a longer trip, I prefer the company
- [Faith Forward Sponsorship](https://stanthony-hightstown.net/faith-forward/) - Faith Forward is a sponsorship program to assist children in the Religious Education Program.
- [Homilies](https://stanthony-hightstown.net/homilies/) - [sermons]
- [OUR KIDS IN ACTION](https://stanthony-hightstown.net/our-kids-our-program/) - SUMMER PROGRAM 2021 Our Summer Religious Education Program has been a success! Our children and their families have enriched their faith, while having fun at the same time. We also enjoyed a music class directed by Miss Tara & John. Thank you to all the catechists and volunteers who have made this summer program possible.
- [IS GOD CALLING YOU TO BE A CATECHIST?](https://stanthony-hightstown.net/catechist/) - Fill out my online form.
- [Weekend Mass Signup](https://stanthony-hightstown.net/weekend-mass-signup/) - Pre-Registration Information and Sign-up for Weekend Mass WELCOME! Thank you for your willingness to pre-register for our Weekend Mass here at Saint Anthony of Padua. We have carefully developed a plan that is designed to protect the well-being of every person who gathers in our church building. We know that we can count on your
- [Facebook](https://stanthony-hightstown.net/https-www-facebook-com-st-anthony-of-padua-catholic-church-1197943553585734-refsettings/) - [WD_FB id = “1”]
- [Catholic Charities](https://stanthony-hightstown.net/catholic-charities/) - Know someone needing assistance with food, housing, drug addiction, mental health, domestic violence or immigration? Contact Catholic Charities, Diocese of Trenton Catholic Charities of Trenton
- [History](https://stanthony-hightstown.net/history/) - The history of St. Anthony of Padua Catholic Church in Hightstown, NJ. Serving the community since 1885.
- [_Home Test](https://stanthony-hightstown.net/_home/) - Welcome to St. Anthony of Padua Parish St. Anthony of Padua Catholic Church is a community of faith living the Gospel of Jesus Christ uniting people of many cultures in loving service to our sisters and brothers. Our Roman Catholic Community is part of the Diocese of Trenton in Mercer County, NJ. Established in 1885,
- [Religious Education](https://stanthony-hightstown.net/religious-education/) - Office of Religious Education 156 Maxwell Avenue Hightstown, New Jersey 08520 Dottie Guerrasio Director of Religious Education 609 448-0141 x21 education@stanthonychurch.org Ximena Bustamante Religious Ed. Admin Assistant/Liaison Latino Community 609 448-0141 x29 PREP@stanthonychurch.org To Report a child absent x33 Office Hours: Monday - Friday: 9:00am - 3:00pm Summer Office Hours: Monday - Thursday 9:00am -
- [Catholic Resources](https://stanthony-hightstown.net/catholic-resources/) - The Vatican – The Holy See www.vatican United States Conference of Catholic Bishops www.usccb.org Diocese of Trenton www.dioceseoftrenton.org Saints for Kids www.loyolapress.com/saints-for-kids.htm Real Faith TV www.realfaithtv.com Our Sunday Visitor - Teaching Catholic Kids http://www.osv.com/OSV4MeNav/TeachingCatholicKids/tabid/220/Default.aspx
- [Praying for Five - Ideas](https://stanthony-hightstown.net/praying-for-five-ideas/) - Praying for others to know Jesus is one of the most powerful things we can do; persistent prayer for others brings transformation to their lives. Consistently praying for others takes discipline, and there are many ways that we can build up habits that will help us to pray for our friends and family. Choose five
- [Faith in Our Future](https://stanthony-hightstown.net/faith-in-our-future-2/) - Faith in Our Future is a process through which the Diocese of Trenton, its parishes and ministries, will plan to meet challenges and respond to new opportunities for sharing the Gospel of Jesus Christ for years to come.
- [Retiro de Parejas](https://stanthony-hightstown.net/couples-retreat/)
- [Eventos Parroquiales](https://stanthony-hightstown.net/events-2/)
- [Essential PREP Volunteers](https://stanthony-hightstown.net/essential-prep-volunteer/) - Meet the ESSENTIAL PREP Volunteers More than 60 volunteers support our Parish Religious Education Program and strive to make St. Anthony of Padua an exceptional Parish in the Diocese of Trenton. Our featured volunteer this week is: Suzanne Gucciardo Mrs. Gucciardo has been a PREP volunteer for one year. Mrs. Gucciardo tell us that
- [Easter Photos 2016](https://stanthony-hightstown.net/easter-photos-2016/)
- [Viernes Santo 2016](https://stanthony-hightstown.net/viernes-santo-2016/)
- [Project Love 2016](https://stanthony-hightstown.net/project-love-2016/) - PROJECT LOVE FOR AFRICA This year the parishioners of St. Anthony’s had a unique opportunity to help children living in the diocese of Homa Bay in Kenya, Africa who have been severely impacted by HIV/AIDS. Many of these children have lost their parents to HIV/AIDS and are not being cared for properly by their relatives.
- [Events](https://stanthony-hightstown.net/events/)
- [Who was St. Anthony of Padua?](https://stanthony-hightstown.net/who-was-st-anthony-of-padua/) - Saint Anthony was canonized (declared a saint) less than one year after his death. There is perhaps no more loved and admired saint in the Catholic Church than Saint Anthony of Padua, a Doctor of the Church. Though his work was in Italy, he was born in Portugal. He first joined the Augustinian Order and
- [Daily Rosary and Prayer Schedule](https://stanthony-hightstown.net/rosary-and-prayer-schedule/) - Rosary for the Intentions of the Blessed Virgin Mary Monday - Friday 8am (before 9am Mass) Miraculous Medal Novena Mondays following the Rosary (before 9am Mass) Chaplet of Rosa Mystica for Priests & Religious Fridays after 9am Mass The Marion Movement for Priests (Rosary & Prayers) Fridays after 9am Mass
- [Life Teen - Six Flags 2015](https://stanthony-hightstown.net/six-flags-youth-ministry-2015/) - Life Teen & Diocese of Trenton Youth Rally Six Flags May 17th 2015
- [Youth Ministry Summer Schedule](https://stanthony-hightstown.net/youth-ministry-summer-schedule/) - Youth Ministry Summer Schedule May 31 Issue Night (last topic) June 14 Picnic (bring snacks to share with Life Teen - chips, juice, soda, ice cream, baked goods) June 28 Activity (sneakers) July 12 Activity (sneakers) July 19 Activity (sneakers) August 2 Activity (sneakers) August 16 Activity (sneakers) September 6 Life Teen Kick Off Event
- [Easter 2015 Photos](https://stanthony-hightstown.net/easter-2015-photos/)
- [Giving Tree 2014](https://stanthony-hightstown.net/giving-tree-2014/) - Children at Dunbar School receiving Christmas gifts donated by St. Anthony's Parishioners
- [Blessing of the Animals](https://stanthony-hightstown.net/events/blessing-of-the-animals/) - St. Francis of Assisi Feast Day October 4, 2014 - Blessing of the Animals at St. Anthony of Padua
- [Ministries](https://stanthony-hightstown.net/ministries-2/) - Ministries and Organizations of St. Anthony of Padua Catholic Church in Hightstown, NJ.
- [St. Anthony Bakery](https://stanthony-hightstown.net/st-anthony-bakery/) - St. Anthony of Padua Catholic Church - Monthly bakery on the first Sunday of each month (except summer months)

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