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Bishop's message on the Uvalde school shootings

Lifting up in prayer the souls of the children and teachers killed Tuesday at Robb Elementary School in Uvalde, Texas, and united in grief with their parents and families, the words of St. Matthew’s Gospel account of the massacre of the holy innocents in Bethlehem come to my mind:
Love, learn from Mary this May

Love for Mary, the Blessed Mother of the Lord Jesus Christ, is as natural to the Catholic as love for one's own mother.
Pray and Fast for All Human Life

The United States Conference of Catholic Bishops and its Committee on Pro-Life Activities
A message from Bishop O'Connell on Religious Brothers Day

“Religious Brothers Day,” celebrated on 1 May 2022, is an opportunity to celebrate and offer gratitude for the gift of religious brotherhood, a special vocation and call to men who offer their life in the service of God’s people through vows, prayer and the charisms of various religious orders.
Bishop in homily: ‘Holiness is possible for young people’

"What do you want to be when you grow up?”
A Message for Divine Mercy Sunday/Second Sunday of Easter

Jesus said to Thomas: “Blessed are those who have not seen and have believed!”
Earth Day: A time to 'contemplate God' through caring for creation

I was a freshman in high school when I first heard the word "ecology." Our science teacher ...
A better life awaits us, because of the Resurrection

St. Paul wrote, “If there is no Resurrection of the dead, then not even Christ has been raised. And if Christ has not been raised, our preaching is useless and so is your faith (1 Cor 15: 13-14).”
Homily for the Chrism Mass

The Chrism Mass has its historical roots in the second century, when the bishop blessed sacramental oils and consecrated sacramental Chrism during the Easter vigil.
Peace in Ukraine: something to be sought, achieved

The word “peace” appears hundreds of times in the Bible – depending upon the version and translations consulted.
Hey folks, don’t let Lent pass you by

In nostalgic moments, Catholics of my generation and older reflect on their experience of the Catholic Church while growing up.
Bishop on Annunciation: Mary gives lessons on faith, life as destination

Today, the Catholic Church throughout the world interrupts the continuing sobriety
From the Bishop: Prayers for peace, Ukraine

As the attention of the entire world is riveted on the unfolding military crisis in Ukraine
‘Ordinary Time’ is anything but ordinary

With the Christmas Season behind us, Catholics enter into a period referred to as “Ordinary Time” in the Church’s liturgy. In our vernacular usage, the word "ordinary" describes what is commonplace, "everyday" or without uniqueness or special distinction.
Marriage: Called to the Joy of Love

When we think of marriage, words like love, faithfulness, trust, sacrifice, forgiveness ...
World Day of the Sick 2022: Touch the Suffering Flesh of Christ

Sickness is always an unwelcome guest in the “home” of our bodies.
Consecrated Life: Pray the Lord of the harvest

After Christmas this year, I was able to take a few retreat days for some prayer, spiritual reading ...
Catholic schools need our support more than ever

Each year, the Diocese of Trenton joins dioceses throughout our country in celebrating Catholic Schools Week.
Opportunities for prayer and action as we begin a new year

The month of January is a busy time both liturgically and pastorally as it presents unique opportunities for prayer within the Catholic Church and the Diocese of Trenton...
Plenary indulgence for Catholics participating in March for Life

Bishop David M. O’Connell, C.M., shares the following message from the Holy See regarding a plenary indulgence for Catholics taking part in 2022 March for Life events:
Bishop O'Connell: Some thoughts on 2021

It is customary, as we ring in a new year, to look back on the year we are leaving behind...
Staying engaged throughout the Christmas season

The “Christmas Season” in the Catholic Church lasts from Christmas Eve until the Feast of the Baptism of the Lord
Christmas: Make it last

Wouldn’t it be great if we could hold on to our youthful Christmas excitement and enthusiasm for our whole lives?
Advent and the surprise of Christmas

The four weeks of Advent, which will soon draw to a close, are like a snapshot, a miniature, a glimpse of the whole of salvation history.
I say it again: Rejoice!

For most of us, the idea of "going home" brings eagerness, comfort and joy, whether it be simply after a long day at work or, in some cases, a much longer period of separation.

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