Generated by All in One SEO v4.9.10, this is an llms.txt file, used by LLMs to index the site. # Ancient Order of Hibernians NJ State Board Ireland Unfree Shall Never Be At Peace ## Sitemaps - [XML Sitemap](http://njaoh.com/sitemap.xml): Contains all public & indexable URLs for this website. ## Posts - [Latest News](http://njaoh.com/latest-news/) - [Letter of Endorsement for Richard O'Brien for National Director, Ancient Order of Hibernians](http://njaoh.com/letter-of-endorsement-for-richard-obrien-for-national-director-ancient-order-of-hibernians/) - To the Delegates and Members of the Ancient Order of Hibernians, It is my distinct honor and privilege to offer my wholehearted endorsement of Richard O'Brien for the position of National Director of the Ancient Order of Hibernians. The role of National Director is one of tremendous responsibility. It requires a leader who understands the - [2026 Somerset Annual Catholic Picnic](http://njaoh.com/somerset-annual-catholic-picnic/) - [June 2026 New Jersey AOH State Board Meeting](http://njaoh.com/june-2026-new-jersey-aoh-state-board-meeting/) - Attendance is important! We will be reviewing updates on National and State initiatives, and discussing details for the upcoming National Convention in Omaha, NE this July. MEETING DATE, TIME, LOCATION Saturday, June 20, 2026 Breakfast available at 10 AM, Gavelled to Order at 11 AM AOH Monmouth County, Division 1, Msgr. Joseph T. Casey The - [2025 NJAOH/LAOH Biennial Convention](http://njaoh.com/2025-njaoh-laoh-biennial-convention/) - President Rich O'Brien announced the New Jersey Ancient Order of Hibernians, along with the New Jersey Ladies Ancient Order of Hibernians, will present the 2025 Biennial State Convention on May 16-17 in Mercer County. The Convention will be hosted by Mercer County AOH Msgr Crean Division 1 and Joe Cahill Division 10 along with LAOH - [2023 Fall Major Degree Ceremony](http://njaoh.com/2023-fall-major-degree-ceremony/) - The Ancient Order of Hibernians, Vol. Patrick Torphy, Division 2, Monmouth County, with the approval of the New Jersey State Board and in association with the ISLE OF ERIN Major Degree Team invites you to the following: Major Degree CeremonySaturday, October 7, 2023Vol. Patrick Torphy, Division 2 AOHBayshore Catholic Center12 Hwy 36, Middletown, NJ 07748 - [Order remembers all who died on September 11th – 22 years later](http://njaoh.com/order-remembers-all-who-died-on-september-11th-22-years-later/) - PRESS RELEASENEW JERSEYANCIENT ORDER OF HIBERNIANS (NJAOH) Order remembers all who died on September 11th – 22 years later Richard S. O’Brien State President stated, “Among the thousands lost in the attack on the World Trade Center complex on September 11th, 2001, there were nine members of the NJAOH. To commemorate the 22nd anniversary of the attack - [New Jersey Ancient Order of Hibernians (NJ AOH) President Supports Coogan’s Way Film in New Jersey Film Festival](http://njaoh.com/new-jersey-ancient-order-of-hibernians-nj-aoh-president-supports-coogans-way-film-in-new-jersey-film-festival/) - PRESS RELEASE NEW JERSEY STATE BOARDANCIENT ORDER OF HIBERNIANS (NJ AOH) President Supports Coogan’s Way Film in New Jersey Film Festival Asbury Park – Asbury Lanes 209 4th Avenue Declares March Irish History MonthRichard S. O’Brien, State President shares his support for “Coogan’s Way” as one of many New Jersey Irish cultural events in March! Film about Irish - [NJ AOH State Board Special Election on May 14, 2022](http://njaoh.com/nj-aoh-state-board-special-election-on-may-14-2022/) - Attached are the results of the Special Election on May 14, 2022, via Google Meet, for Vice President, Recording Secretary, and Treasurer. If there are any questions, please let me know. Thank you. Jeremiah O'GradyNew Jersey State AOHConstitution and By-Laws Chairman NJ AOH SPECIAL ELECTION MAY 14, 2022 VIA GOOGLE MEET Vice President: Leo McGuireRecording - [Daniel O’Connell Division Formed](http://njaoh.com/daniel-oconnell-division-formed/) - ANCIENT ORDER OF HIBERNIANS FORMS NEW DIVISION DANIEL O'CONNELL – UNION #2 Honoring Elizabeth Division – Same Name and Number On September 28th, the Daniel O'Connell Division was formed, and its members installed from Union County at the Cranford Elks on Lincoln Avenue East. This effort was in the making for several months and completed - [January 2023 New Jersey State Board Meeting](http://njaoh.com/january-2023-new-jersey-state-board-meeting/) - ***New Jersey State Board Meeting Notice*** Division Presidents and Chairmen, The New Jersey State Board will convene at: Saturday, January 21, 2023 at 12 Noon at: Pleasant Plains First Aid Squad44 Clayton Ave, Toms River, N.J. 08755 This will be a hybrid in-person/Zoom meeting. All Divisions are required to have representation. Please have 2022 AOH - [2023 AOH Polar Plunge This Sunday](http://njaoh.com/2023-aoh-polar-plunge-this-sunday/) - Reports that the AOH Polar Plunge for Catholic Education is cancelled are untrue. Not sure who that other Chicken Plunge is! We are set to go with Police, Fire, First Aid, Water Rescue, Pipers and Your Hibernians all Ready To Go! The AOH Raised $5,000 to Host the Event To Help Your School. That's our Mission of - [Gael Scoil February 2023](http://njaoh.com/gael-scoil-february-2023/) - The award winning and immersive Gael Scoil, hosted by the Division 10 Ancient Order of Hibernians in Mercer County, will make it’s anticipated in person return this year at Notre Dame High School on February 18th and 19th. Endorsed and supported by the Irish government, Gael Scoil is offered to young people of all faiths and cultures, ages 6-17, - [Official Call For 2023 NJ AOH State Convention](http://njaoh.com/official-call-for-2023-nj-aoh-state-convention/) - The New Jersey State Boards of Ancient Order of Hibernians and Ladies Ancient Order of Hibernians are announcing their joint 2023 Biennial State Convention. The convention opens Friday, May 19th at 6:00 pm at the Col. David B. Kelly Division 1, Middlesex County AOH (271 Second Street, South Amboy, NJ 08879). An icebreaker will begin - [NJ AOH 2023 State Convention Award Nomination Criteria](http://njaoh.com/nj-aoh-2023-state-convention-award-nomination-criteria/) - Here are the nomination criteria for the three honors to be awarded at the 2023 NJAOH State Convention from the state bylaws: ARTICLE 23 AWARDS VOLUNTEER PAT TORPHY MEDAL PROGRAM: The State Board shall award biennially, a memento to be known as the Volunteer Pat Torphy Medal to a Hibernian for outstanding service in - [Ancient Order Of Hibernians (AOH) Daniel O’Connel Division – Union #2](http://njaoh.com/ancient-order-of-hibernians-aoh-daniel-oconnel-division-union-2/) - CRANFORD, NJ — St. Patrick’s Day in Union, New Jersey was packed with Irish from all over the state. Leading the newly formed Union County Daniel O’Connell Division - #2 was President Tim O’Brien also a Cranford Police Sergeant. Although this local division is only in its first year, O’Brien said it already has about - [Call for the 2023 NJAOH State Convention](http://njaoh.com/call-for-the-2023-njaoh-state-convention/) - According to the State By-Laws, The State Convention shall be composed of the following delegates: Officers (elected) Chairmen (appointed) County Boards (each officer total 8) - However, each County Board shall also be entitled to an additional delegate for each 100 members in their County or major fraction thereof (51 members or more) in excess - [Father Cahill 50th Anniversary of His Ordination event](http://njaoh.com/father-cahill-50th-anniversary-of-his-ordination-event/) - To all my Irish friends,A very special priest is being honored on April 30th in Mercer County. A very humble man from Ireland who has always been there for the Irish, AOH and LAOH whenever asked.Father Dan Cahill, a true servant of God will be celebrating the 50th anniversary of his ordination on April 30, - [2023 NJ AOH Convention Schedule](http://njaoh.com/2023-nj-aoh-convention-schedule/) - **Bus pick-up @ 5:00 and 5:30 pm from hotel to Division Hall** ORDER OF BUSINESS: Convention Schedule Friday May 19, 2023, 6:00PM; Day one of Convention Open Convention at Colonel DB Kelly Division Credentials Election Overview (introduce measure to amend bylaws) Convention Overview- Nominate Officers (Each nominee has one nominator 2 minutes and two seconds - [Letter from Sinn Féin President Mary Lou McDonald](http://njaoh.com/letter-from-sinn-fein-president-mary-lou-mcdonald/) - Letter from the Sinn Féin President Mary Lou McDonald to the State Board for the 2023 NJ AOH State Convention. http://njaoh.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/Mary-Lou-McDonald-Letter-to-President-O-Brien-NJ-AOH.pdf - [New Jersey State Board – Ancient Order of Hibernians in America 2023 Bi-Annual Convention](http://njaoh.com/new-jersey-state-board-ancient-order-of-hibernians-in-america-2023-bi-annual-convention/) - 2023 Bi-Annual Convention Press ReleaseNew Jersey State Board – Ancient Order of Hibernians in America2023 Bi-Annual Convention State President O’Brien and his team continue! The New Jersey State Boards of the Ancient Order of Hibernians held their bi-annual convention on May 19th and 20th. The convention opened Friday, May 19th at the Col. David B. Kelly - [NJ AOH Ocean County 5 – Brendan Tevlin Division – Treasurer Jack Nosti Recognized](http://njaoh.com/ocean-county-5-brendan-tevlin-division-ancient-order-of-hibernians-in-america/) - Press ReleaseOcean County #5 – Brendan Tevlin Division – Ancient Order of Hibernians in America - Salutes Jack Nosti Jack Nosti – Treasurer Recognized! Jack Nosti, treasurer of the Brendan Tevin Division was recently recognized at the New Jersey State Board of the Ancient Order of Hibernians bi-annual convention on May 19th and 20th. Richard S. - [2021 New Jersey State Board Major Degree Announcement](http://njaoh.com/2021-new-jersey-state-board-major-degree-announcement/) - New Jersey State Board Major Degree Ritual – Tara Court Degree Team Host Division Monsignor Crean 2419 Kuser Road Saturday November 6, 2021 Times: Check In: 10:00 am Degree Start: 11:30 am Costs: Candidate: $35.00 Observer: $30.00 Food will be served with a cash bar Menu: Chicken Parm Hot Roast Beef Penne Vodka Rolls, Coffee, - [Middlesex A.O.H. Div. 1 Colonel Kelly 25th Anniversary Dinner Dance](http://njaoh.com/middlesex-a-o-h-div-1-colonel-kelly-25th-anniversary-dinner-dance/) - Brothers, Families, and Friends, Just a reminder that our 25th Anniversary Dinner Dance is just around the corner. Saturday February 26th, beginning at 7:00pm, at the Palms Plaza in Old Bridge. Entertainment provided by Irish America's Favorite Son Andy Cooney! There will also be a performance by the Col D.B. Kelly Pipes & Drums Band, - [Past NJAOH President - Sean Hughes](http://njaoh.com/past-njaoh-president-sean-hughes/) - It is with a very heavy heart that I write to inform you NJ AOH P.S.P. Sean Hughes, 44, long time resident of Clifton, NJ was embraced by a loving God passing away peacefully in his sleep on February 18, 2022. He is survived by a loving family, his father, John Hughes, brother, William - [2022 Major Degree Ceremony](http://njaoh.com/2022-major-degree-ceremony/) - The Hudson County Ancient Order of Hibernians, Fr. Mychal Judge Division 1, with the approval of the New Jersey State Board and in association with the Cu Chulainn Celtic Warrior Major Degree Team invites you to the following: Major Degree Ceremony Saturday, April 2, 2022Hudson Catholic Regional High School790 Bergen AveJersey City, N.J. 07306 11:00AM - [New Jersey Ancient Order of Hibernians (NJ AOH) Unveils 9-11 Plaque](http://njaoh.com/new-jersey-ancient-order-of-hibernians-nj-aoh-unveils-9-11-plaque/) - PRESS RELEASE NEW JERSEY ANCIENT ORDER OF HIBERNIANS (NJAOH) UNVEILS 9-11 PLAQUE Order installs and unveils plaque blessed at September 11th - 20 Year Mass Richard S. O’Brien State President and John Foy Vol. Pat Torphy Division President jointly stated, “On Saturday, March 5th members of the Vol. Patrick Torphy Division in Middletown celebrated the unveiling - [New Jersey State Board 2021 Bi-annual State Convention](http://njaoh.com/new-jersey-state-board-2021-bi-annual-state-convention/) - CALL FOR 2019 CONVENTION The New Jersey State Board is announcing the 2021 Bi-annual State Convention. The Convention opens on Saturday - May 15th at 10:00 AM for the conventions start of business – at the Division 2 Monmouth County, Bayshore Catholic Center, 12 Highway 36, Middletown, NJ 07748 Saturday May 1st Registration, to continue - [Veterans Report October 2021](http://njaoh.com/veterans-report-october-2021/) - There are two major items that may impact you or a member of your family. VA recently added three presumptive disability conditions related to toxic exposure: asthma, rhinitis, and sinusitis. Military service members may have been exposed to a variety of airborne hazards or contaminants resulting in one or more of these presumptive conditions and potentially other related - [Label Program](http://njaoh.com/label-program/) - Brothers, I hope this email finds your families well and you're enjoying the New Year! If you haven't received yet, you will be receiving the return address labels from the National Board very soon. This is the annual fund raiser for Hibernian Charities. Our Past State President and National Vice President, Sean Pender, asked that we send a donation for the labels. No - [Hibernian Charity of New Jersey Inc. Virtual Wine Fundraiser](http://njaoh.com/hibernian-charity-of-new-jersey-inc-virtual-wine-fundraiser/) - The Hibernian Charities of New Jersey are having an NJAOH One Hope Wine virtual fundraiser. Proceeds will help fund the Hibernian Hunger Project, Project St Patrick. and the 20th anniversary commemoration for 9-11 in Newark. If you drink wine or your family does, check it out and you can help out our great charities. - [Somerset 10 Reactivated](http://njaoh.com/somerset-10-reactivated/) - Somerset County Division 10 was recently reactivated. On July 14, State President Rich O'Brien, State Treasurer Leo McGuire and State Secretary James McNally were in attendance. The State President performed the installation. - [Somerset Div. 10 Reactivation photos](http://njaoh.com/somerset-div-10-reactivation-photos/) - Additional photos from the first meeting and installation. On July 14, State President Rich O’Brien, State Treasurer Leo McGuire and State Secretary James McNally were in attendance. The State President performed the installation. - [Ancient Order of Hibernians Declares Day of Remembrance To Honor Nine New Jersey Members Who Perished On 9/11](http://njaoh.com/ancient-order-of-hibernians-declares-day-of-remembrance-to-honor-nine-new-jersey-members-who-perished-on-9-11/) - FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE ANCIENT ORDER OF HIBERNIANS DECLARES DAY OF REMEMBRANCE TO HONOR NINE NEW JERSEY MEMBERS WHO PERISHED ON 9/11 Order declares September 18th, 2021 as Day of RemembranceNew Jersey and New York Hibernians to be honored during memorial service to be held at Saint Patrick’s Pro-Cathedral in Newark August 30, 2021 - [Commodore John Barry Day, September 12, 2021](http://njaoh.com/commodore-john-barry-day-september-12-2021/) - Once again, the time has arrived, for our 46th annual Commemoration for Commodore John Barry will be held on Sunday, September 12th. The Commodore John Barry Memorial Mass will be at 10:00am at: Old St Mary’s Church (Holy Trinity Church) 252 S. 4th Street Philadelphia, PA 19106 In lieu of our mass - [Rebuilders gather around Big Irish Campfire](http://njaoh.com/rebuilders-gather-around-big-irish-campfire/) - As the work of rebuilding post-Covid begins, Irish American leaders from across the U.S. will gather in New York (and online) on Friday 27 August for the second annual Big Irish Campfire. Launched during the 2020 lockdown, this year’s gathering will take place in-person in Rosie O’Grady’s conference rooms on Seventh Avenue, New York, NY, and - [Paramus Police Detective Lt. James Teehan Lauded by L.E.A.D.](http://njaoh.com/paramus-police-detective-lt-james-teehan-lauded-by-l-e-a-d/) - Paramus Police Detective Lt. James Teehan has been honored by Law Enforcement Against Drugs (L.E.A.D.). L.E.A.D. curricula is similar in nature to the old D.A.R.E. anti-drug program. He just happens to be the Vice President of Bergen 32! Many congratulations! Read more at the Daily Voice. - [2021 Tank Pull Challenge](http://njaoh.com/2021-tank-pull-challenge/) - The Tank Pull Challenge is an annual event held to benefit veterans, especially the Wounded Warriors, to ensure that their service will not be forgotten. On Sunday June 13 in Clifton, members of Bergen 32, Monmouth 1 and 2 all participated in the Pull. Brother John Hughes is one of the chairpersons. - [New 2021 NJ AOH Executive Board Elected](http://njaoh.com/new-2021-nj-aoh-executive-board-elected/) - To my NJAOH Brothers, I’d like to express my sincere gratitude for the tremendous honor to be named your next President this weekend. I will strive to guide the NJAOH by the principles of Friendship, Unity and Christian Charity. I can’t accomplish this alone and look forward to working with you and our new State - [New Jersey Ancient Order of Hibernians (AOH) Seek to Honor Members Lost on 9/11](http://njaoh.com/new-jersey-ancient-order-of-hibernians-aoh-seek-to-honor-members-lost-on-9-11/) - Order attempting to ensure all who sacrificed their lives always will be remembered To commemorate the 20th anniversary of the attack on our nation, the New Jersey Ancient Order of Hibernians is planning a September 2021 memorial service in Newark, honoring Hibernians who perished on that infamous day in New York, Shanksville, Pennsylvania and at - [NJ Ancient Order of Hibernians (NJ AOH) Seek to Remember Members Lost on 9/11](http://njaoh.com/nj-ancient-order-of-hibernians-nj-aoh-seek-to-remember-members-lost-on-9-11/) - PRESS RELEASE NEW JERSEY ANCIENT ORDER OF HIBERNIANS SEEK TO REMEMBER MEMBERS LOST ON 9/11 Order attempting to ensure all who sacrificed their lives are honored Among the thousands lost in the attack on the World Trade Center on September 11th, 2001 there were 9 members of the New Jersey Ancient Order of Hibernians. To - [AOH Brother Leads Effort To Save Catholic School](http://njaoh.com/aoh-brother-leads-effort-to-save-catholic-school/) - One of the most recent Catholic Schools to face the threat of closure is Mater Dei Prep in Middletown. AOH brother and Mater Dei Alumni, Jim Shaw, has been tasked with leading the charge to raise the funds to save the school. Jim is the primary organizer behind the annual Polar Plunge for Catholic - [Nov 30th Fundraiser For Division Brother Kevin Sullivan](http://njaoh.com/nov-30th-fundraiser-for-division-brother-kevin-sullivan/) - Kevin Sullivan, a member of Division 2 and son of past President Jack Sullivan, is in need of our help. Kevin recently underwent emergency surgery to remove a life threatening hematoma that formed in his neck and is suffering from a sever spinal cord injury with permanent implications. Kevin is less than 30 years old - [NJAOH Discounts for Ireland The Show](http://njaoh.com/njaoh-discounts-for-ireland-the-show/) - A performance titled "Ireland The Show" will be at the South Orange Performing Arts Center on November 4th & 5th. Discount tickets are available to NJAOH members using to coupon code "Happy Feet" when booking tickets The show's producers describe the show as an innovative and exciting new Celtic production celebrating the very best of Irish heritage - [The New Jersey AOH Board Seeks To Preserve Our History](http://njaoh.com/the-new-jersey-aoh-board-seeks-to-preserve-our-history/) - Do you, family, friends, and others in your Division have materials that you are looking to preserve and share research-wise with fellow members of the AOH? We are here to help you with space, advice, and aid when it comes to building a strong archive and research center devoted to Hibernian history in the Garden - [Catholic Men for Jesus Christ Event](http://njaoh.com/catholic-men-for-jesus-christ-event/) - The NJ State Board was a proud sponsor of the recent Catholic men for Jesus Christ held at St Raphael's Church in Hamilton NJ. State Catholic Action John Keane was instrumental in the sponsorship of this event. State Organizer and Marshall Pat Jockel and Jim McNally manned a membership table and collected applications from many ## Pages - [Home](http://njaoh.com/) - The New Jersey State Board, Ancient Order of Hibernians organizes activities at the state level and supports divisions throughout New Jersey. - [Atlantic 1](http://njaoh.com/divisions/atlantic-1/) - [Divisions](http://njaoh.com/divisions/) - The AOH is structured with local, county, state, and national levels. The local groups are called Divisions. The following are the Divisions in New Jersey - [Ocean 2](http://njaoh.com/divisions/ocean-2/) - Division Name: Father Duffy Website: https://www.facebook.com/FrDuffyAOH Contact: luckyirishman65@verizon.net - [Activity Wall](http://njaoh.com/activity-wall/) - [Gallery](http://njaoh.com/gallery/) - See our photos on Facebook. - [Board Members](http://njaoh.com/about/board-members/) - I’m The New Jersey State Board is made up of elected officers that act as the executive board, appointed officers who support the elected officers, and a series of special committees that handle the more specialized endeavors of the State Board. Chaplain Chaplain Father Kenneth Hallahan S.T.D. of Sacred Heart Church of Camden, NJ Past - [Union 2](http://njaoh.com/divisions/union-2/) - Daniel O'Connell Div. 2 is a local chapter of the Hibernians, and is the only one that represents Union County, New Jersey. This division originally operated out of Elizabeth, beginning in 1868. Though it dissolved in 2004, Division 2 was revived in 2022 by Cranford natives and police officers, Tim O'Brien and Joe Stulpin. As - [Monmouth 2](http://njaoh.com/divisions/monmouth-2/) - Vol. Patrick Torphy Monmouth County Division 2 was formed in 1990 in the Middletown area. The Division has won AOH national charity awards and Prisoner's chilrens's on multiple occasions. Monmouth 2 runs a Polar Bear Plunge each January that has raised over $300,000 to support area Catholic Schools. Division Name: Vol. Patrick Torphy Divison Website: https://aohdiv2.org/ Contact: info@njaohdiv2.org - [Middlesex 3](http://njaoh.com/divisions/middlesex-3/) - Division Name: Commodore John Barry Website: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100081754137249# Address: 428 Brace Avenue, Perth Amboy, NJ 08861 Contact: (732) 826-9620 - [Middlesex 1](http://njaoh.com/divisions/middlesex-1/) - Middlesex County Division 1 AOH was originally chartered in 1887. The division was re established and chartered in 1997 in South Amboy, NJ. The First Treasurer was Col. David B. Kelly, the 7th Superintendent of the New Jersey State Police and upon his passing, the Division adopted his name in his honor. Middlesex County Division - [Monmouth 1](http://njaoh.com/divisions/monmouth-1/) - Division Name: Msgr Joseph T. Casey Website: https://www.facebook.com/JTC.1.AOH/ Latest From Division Website: - [Hudson 1](http://njaoh.com/divisions/hudson-1/) - Division Name: Father Mychal Judge Website: Meetings: First Tue of the month at Astor Bar & Grill, 725 Montgomery St., Jersey City, NJ (map) - [Burlington 4](http://njaoh.com/divisions/burlington-4/) - The Division was organized in 2011 in Cinnaminson. The Division's patron, Mike Doyle, was known in the Irish community for his unselfish and unfaltering commitment to a united Ireland. He managed over 20 bars in Philadelphia and was so strong in his support for a united Ireland that many called him "Ireland's Philadelphia Man". Division - [Burlington 1](http://njaoh.com/divisions/burlington-1/) - Organized in July 2003 by Hugh Connelly, our first President. This division started by a few dedicated men of Irish descent and of Catholic faith was formed in Burlington County New Jersey. The Division's patron is WWII Medal of Honor recipient and area native Major Thomas B.McGuire Jr. Division Name: Major Tommy McGuire Website: www.burlington1njaoh.org - [Bergen 32](http://njaoh.com/divisions/bergen-32/) - Our group was established in River Edge, NJ. AOH State officials swore in our members during a ceremony that took place in Jersey City on June 8, 2007. Our Chapter has grown to over 130 members from all around Bergen County. We are dedicated to uniting Irish Catholic men in Friendship, Unity, and Christian - [Gloucester 1](http://njaoh.com/divisions/gloucester-1/) - The Commodore Barry Division of the Ancient Order of Hibernians was founded on St. Patrick's Day 1990 in National Park, New Jersey. During our short existence we have become well known in the Irish-American community in the Tri-State area as being very active in Irish causes. We have been regularly recognized at the National and - [Joining The AOH](http://njaoh.com/about/joining-the-aoh/) - Are you ready to share in our spirit of Friendship, Unity, and Christian Charity? Membership in the AOH is open to all Catholic men of Irish birth or descent. To join, please complete the form below and email the completed form to membership@njaoh.com Download Membership Application - [Mercer 10](http://njaoh.com/divisions/mercer-10/) - Division Name: Joe Cahill Website: http://www.aohdiv10.org Contact: President Michael Rhodes AOH Div. 10 PO Box 9952 Hamilton, NJ 08650 - [Morris 1](http://njaoh.com/divisions/morris-1/) - This division has been formed in response to the need to have AOH representation in Morris County and the southern half of the Diocese of Paterson. Historically, divisions served these needs in adjacent divisions in Somerville and Montclair. We have seen the need to respond to the growing needs of Morris County's large Irish American - [Contact Us](http://njaoh.com/about/contact-us/) - Contact the NJ State Board at: Email: info@njaoh.com Postal: NJAOH 9 Metekunk Dr. Ewing, NJ 08638 - [Ocean 5](http://njaoh.com/divisions/ocean-5/) - Meetings: Lacey Elks, Forked River, NJ. 1st. Monday of each month Contact: President Dennis McInerney Division Name: Brendan Tevlin - The name of Brendan Tevlin had been chosen due to this young mans reputation of a highly upstanding Irish American that was killed on June 25, 2014. He was just 19 years of age. Brendan - [Calendar](http://njaoh.com/calendar/) - Tip: Use the tabs at the top of the calendar to change between event list and month view. The print button allows you to print calendar in different formats - [Monmouth 16](http://njaoh.com/divisions/monmouth-16/) - Our organization is dedicated to uniting Irish Catholic men in Friendship, Unity, and Catholic Charity. Division #16, Monmouth County- St. Oliver Plunkett, was chartered in September 2002. Division 16 consists of members from St. Thomas More, Our Lady of Mercy, St. Rose of Lima, St. Robert Bellermine, St. Gabriel, and several other parishes in the - [Ocean 1](http://njaoh.com/divisions/ocean-1/) - Division Name: Rev. William J. Clifford Meetings: 2nd Tuesday of the month, at K of C Council #4969 located at 113 Tennyson Ave, Toms River NJ Contact: Russell Steenweg Sr rsteenwegsr@yahoo.com - [Essex 9](http://njaoh.com/divisions/essex-9/) - The Michael J. Delahunty Division of the Ancient Order of Hibernians was founded in 1900 fostering charitable, community and Irish American Activities in Essex County. Division Name: Michael J. Delahunty Website: www.Essex9aoh.com - [Somerset 10](http://njaoh.com/divisions/somerset-10/) - Division Name: Chief Charles B Cavanaugh - Chief Cavanaugh was conducting an investigation at the scene of a fire when he was shot multiple times from ambush by an intoxicated man. The man was angry that Chief Cavanaugh had issued a motor vehicle summons to his wife. The man was convicted and sentenced to 20 - [Ocean 11](http://njaoh.com/divisions/ocean-11/) - Division Name: Michael Davitt Website: http://www.aohmichaeldavitt.com/ Meetings: 1st Monday of the month at Knights of Columbus Hall 401 Bartley Rd, Jackson, NJ 08527 - [Middlesex 14](http://njaoh.com/divisions/middlesex-14/) - Division Name: Brian Boru Meetings Held At: Knights of Columbus - St. Thomas the Apostle #4815 Hall (61 Pine St, Old Bridge, NJ 08857) Website: http://www.njaohdiv14.com/ Contact: njaohdiv14@gmail.com - [2016 National Convention](http://njaoh.com/2016-national-convention/) - NJ is proud to host the 2016 AOH National Convention. The convention will be held in July 11-14, 2016 in Harrahs Altantic City. The NJ State Board will be hosting events in support of the Convention. NJAOH Events: 7/12 - Easter 1916 Through Song & Story - Click For Info & To Order Tickets Online - [Passiac 16](http://njaoh.com/divisions/passiac-16/) - Division Name: Archbishop John Hughes Website: http://aohpc16.org [Passaic 16 Facebook Page] Meetings: 2nd Tuesday of the Month at 7:30 held at St. Philips The Apostle In Clifton NJ Contact: Division President John Hughes Latest From Division Website: - [Passiac 1](http://njaoh.com/divisions/passiac-1/) - Division Name: Notre Dame Website: http://passaiccountyaoh.com Contact: info@passaiccountyaoh.com - [Links](http://njaoh.com/links/) - AOH Sites [wp-blogroll showdesc=1 notitle=1 showdash=1 catname="AOH Sites"] Other Links [wp-blogroll showdesc=1 notitle=1 showdash=1 catname="Links"] - [Membership Application](http://njaoh.com/form/) - The following is the application for membership. [contact-form-7 id="1702" title="Contact form 1"] - [Camden 3](http://njaoh.com/divisions/camden-3/) - Division Name: St Brendan the Navigator Meetings: 7:30PM on the first Monday of the month at Glendora VFW, 70 N 11th St, Glendora, NJ - [Monmouth 32](http://njaoh.com/divisions/monmouth-32/) - Division Name: John Cardinal O'Connor Website: http://www.aohdivision32.com - [Cape May 2](http://njaoh.com/divisions/cape-may-2/) - Division Name: All Irish Martyrs Website: http://www.allirishmartyrs.org Meetings: 3rd Monday of the month at 7PM at VFW Post# 8695 15 Lyndhurst Road Mamora, N.J. 08223 (map) Annual Events: Smithville Irish Festival held yearly in October http://www.thesmithvilleirishfestival.com - [Catholic Action](http://njaoh.com/reports/catholic-action/) - Catholic Action Links Catholics Come Home Vocations Decent Films Guide - [Social Updates](http://njaoh.com/social-updates/) - [Hudson 7](http://njaoh.com/divisions/hudson-7/) - Meetings: Second Wednesday Wed of the Month at the Irish American Club at 95 Kearny Ave, Kearny, NJ (map) Contact: info@hudson7.njaoh.com - [History of the Ancient Order of Hibernians in New Jersey](http://njaoh.com/history-of-the-ancient-order-of-hibernians-in-new-jersey/) - The Ancient Order of Hibernians in the United States can trace its origins back to New York City on 4 May 1836. From here the organization became popular on both a neighborhood and state level including a well represented and passionate presence in the Garden State over the last several decades. The founding of the - [Hurricane Sandy Relief](http://njaoh.com/sandy/) - This section compiles all of the resources, articles, and information from the NJAOH concerning the relief efforts in New Jersey. Resources Affected Members - Apply For National and NJ AOH Relief Funds Register As A NJAOH Volunteer NJAOH Storm Relief Donations (stays in NJ) Donate to the AOH National Charity Fund (all AOH not just - [TD Bank Affinity Program](http://njaoh.com/about/td-bank-affinity-program/) - The NJAOH is taking advantage of a fund raising program offered by TD Bank. The bank TD Bank will make an annual donation based on the total percentage of accounts registered to the NJAOH Affinity Fund. All that you need to do is to contact TD band to link your account. The program is 100% - [Get On The Mailing List](http://njaoh.com/about/join-our-mailing-list/) - There are tons of things going on around New Jersey. Be sure to sign up for our mailing list to ensure that you don't miss out on any important information from the NJAOH. Sign-up is fast, free, and easy. Email: Don't worry, we will not spam you or sell your email address. - [Historian](http://njaoh.com/reports/historian/) - [Somerset 1](http://njaoh.com/divisions/somerset-1/) - Our division is a civic, charitable and fraternal organization of practicing Catholics of Irish decent located in Somerset County. Our members come from Central New Jersey and surrounding communities. Our division was founded in 1983 and was formed by 16 charter members Since then, our membership has grown to 300 plus members. Our primary goals - [FFAI](http://njaoh.com/reports/ffai/) - The Freedom For All Ireland (FFAI) Committee's mission is to aid and advance by all legitimate means the aspirations and endeavours of the Irish people for complete and absolute independence, promoting peace (with justice) and unity for all Ireland. - [President](http://njaoh.com/reports/president/) - [Officer Reports](http://njaoh.com/reports/) - Each elected and appointed position on the State Board is required to submit a report at each State Board meeting. These reports are published under this section. - [Mercer 1](http://njaoh.com/divisions/mercer-1/) - Division Name: Monsignor Crean Website: http://www.trentonaoh.com Meetings: 2419 Kuser Rd, Hamilton Square, NJ 08690 (map) Contact: info@trentonaoh.com Division Hall: 2419 Kuser Rd, Hamilton Square, NJ 08690 (map) Hall Rental Information - [Cape May 1](http://njaoh.com/divisions/cape-may-1/) - Division Name: James J Reilly Website: http://www.cmcaoh.com Meetings: Second sunday of every month @ 12:00 noon, at the AOH Meeting Hall, 201 Olde New Jersey Ave. 2nd Floor, No.Wildwood, NJ (map) Contact: info@cmcaoh.com Division Hall: AOH Meeting Hall, 201 Olde New Jersey Ave, N.Wildwood, NJ (map) Annual Events: North Wildwood Irish Festival held yearly in - [About Us](http://njaoh.com/about/) - The Ancient Order of Hibernians is a fraternal Irish Catholic orgnanization founded more that 100 years ago on the princples of friendship, unity, and Catholic charity. The NJ State Board organizes activities at the state level and supports the many local divisions throughout New Jersey. - [About The AOH](http://njaoh.com/about/about-the-aoh/) - The Ancient Order of Hibernians in America is an Irish Catholic men's organization. The AOH was originated in the United States in nineteenth-century New York City by Irish immigrants who banded together in protection of the Catholic Church. The AOH in Ireland was formed in the fourteenth century for many of the same reasons. 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