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Local Respect Life Month events scheduled

Every October, faithful are called to focus their efforts on promoting that all human life is sacred ...
1,000 faithful attend 9/11 Mass with Bishop

On the evening of Sept. 11, a fall-like breeze blew across the grounds of St. Mary Church, carrying with it messages of guidance and hope.
Parish prays for dignity of all people during Prayer Service to Promote Racial Unity

The flickering of flashlights, cell phones and glowsticks illuminated their path as parishioners traveled the grounds of St. Catharine of Genoa Church, Holmdel, the evening of Sept. 9.
Religious education teaching models may be changing, but mission holds true

Pilar Acosta is facing a unique task: coordinating both the religious education programs and adult faith formation in not just one, but three languages – English, Spanish and Polish.
New catechetical leaders set to serve in parish ministry

A number of parishes around the Diocese are welcoming new staff to oversee their religious education programs and other catechetical offerings as teaching lessons move to new models this year during the coronavirus pandemic.
Advocacy champion urges participation in Church

In preparing for the new academic year and religious education in Our Lady of Guadalupe Parish, Lakewood, Pilar Acosta is spearheading a hybrid in-person and at-home program that involves families.
For Angelo, serving in catechesis a surprise and a gift

For someone who never thought that God would call her to serve in catechetical ministry, Michelle Angelo has brought a lot of knowledge and experience to St. Catharine Parish, Holmdel, where she coordinates, organizes and supervises the religious education program with more than 800 students in first through eighth grades.
Colombia native flourishing in St. Anthony, Hightstown

When Viviana Bonilla arrived in New Jersey three years ago, the first thing she sought out was a Catholic parish to call home.
‘All for the Glory of God,’ Forked River’s new CRE says

“Faith, Hope and Love.” These are the three elements Cindy Craft will use to “build a strong foundation” in her new position as coordinator of religious education in St. Pius X Parish, Forked River.
St. Mary catechist happy to help kids learn faith

When it comes to teaching young children about the Catholic faith, Julia Cullen’s main mission is to help them recognize God’s presence in their lives.
St. Hedwig parishioner teaches children to live faith

Walter Czajkowski is no stranger around St. Hedwig Parish.
Experienced PCL joins Farmingdale team

Kay Hetherington, the new parish catechetical leader in St. Catherine of Siena Parish, Farmingdale, has more than two decades’ experience in faith formation and religious education.
Former youth minister returns to N.J. to continue passing on the faith

Burlington County native John Klarmann is returning to familiar territory, joining the staff of Our Lady of Perpetual Help Parish, Maple Shade, as the new parish catechetical leader in September.
Limongello brings lifelong passion for serving the Church to new PCL post

A few months ago, Lisa Ann M. Limongello was happy earning a master’s degree in theological studies from Loyola University Maryland, Baltimore.
Middletown parish welcomes seasoned PCL

With more than 25 years of catechetical experience, Carol Mulkeen has begun her journey as the new director of religious education in St. Catherine Laboure Parish, Middletown.
Three parishes unite for special service project

A lot more goes into each Blessing Bag for the impoverished than everyday hygiene and food items and a new pair of socks. Prayers, well-wishes and hopes for better tomorrows are also part of the package.
COVID-19 Emergency Fund a huge success for Toms River parish

Father Mark Kreder kept things simple when he began encouraging donations through the Diocese’s COVID-19 Emergency Fund back in March.
Outdoor Charismatic Healing Mass Sept. 4

An outdoor, drive-in Charismatic Healing Mass will be celebrated Sept. 4 in the parking lot of St. Mary Parish, Middletown.
Middletown parking-lot revival with Bishop will be a time to seek God’s wisdom

In conjunction with the anniversary of 9/11 and the spiritual needs of the faithful during the pandemic, St. Mary Parish, Middletown, will host a three-day, in-car revival.
At Hamilton Square Parish, teens bring service mission home

St. Gregory the Great Parish’s youth ministry couldn’t travel to Appalachia this year for their annual, weeklong service mission because of the coronavirus.
$62K donated to parishes, Diocese through COVID-19 Emergency Relief Fund

When Bishop David M. O’Connell, C.M., made the difficult, but inevitable decision in late March that the churches would need to temporarily close because of the coronavirus pandemic, he knew that the shutdown would exact a profound toll on the parish communities, both spiritually and financially.
Catholic schools, parishes help nonprofits collect school supplies for students in-need

Supplies such as pencils, pens, highlighters and notebooks have always been a sign that a new school year is around the corner. This year is no different – even if back to school is in-person, online or a hybrid of the two.
Pennington native makes first profession as Salesian

Brother John Patrick Castonguay believes God has called him to a life of true brotherhood, ...
Macirowski blends skills, technology and prayer to compose musical tribute to Our Lady

The summer concert series in St. Mary Parish, Colts Neck, was not cancelled this year because of all the rules and regulations surrounding the COVID-19 pandemic.
LBI Community Center perseveres through two storms amid pandemic

Cleanup that includes the removal of a lifeguard/supply shack that fell into an outdoor pool has begun around the exterior campus of St. Francis Community Center, Brant Beach, which sustained significant damage during Tropical Storm Isaias.

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The Diocese of Trenton is committed to the initiatives outlined in the U.S. Bishop’s Charter for the Protection of Children and Young People in regard to the reporting and investigation of sexual abuse allegations involving minors.

If you have been sexually abused as a minor by a member of the clergy or anyone representing the Catholic Church, or if you know of someone who was, you can report that abuse through the diocesan Abuse Hotline.

To report the sexual abuse of minors call our hotline 1-888-296-2965 or email us at abuseline@dioceseoftrenton.org

Please note: The Diocese of Trenton reports any allegations of sexual abuse to the appropriate law enforcement agencies. Anyone with an allegation is also encouraged to provide that information to local law enforcement authorities.