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At convocation, Bishop and his priests reflect on relationship with Christ

There was a palpable sense of joy and brotherhood as Bishop David M. O’Connell, C.M., and about 135 priests who serve ...
Nine parish catechetical leaders begin new assignments

With the start of the new catechetical year on Sept. 19, which is observed as ...
Diocese collected more than $10k for CRS Rice Bowl

Catholic Relief Services recently expressed gratitude to the Diocese for its generous support of the 2021 Rice Bowl Program in a Sept. 7 letter to Bishop David M. O’Connell, C.M.
Faith at Home to be monthly feature in print, online

When COVID-19 hit hard mid-March of 2020, and church doors had to close ...
Bishop O’Connell marks 20th anniversary of 9-11 with prayer service

For years, the numbers 911 meant a call for help.
Catechetical Sunday slated for Sept. 19

Returning once again to its annual commissioning of catechists for ministry to the community, the Church will celebrate Catechetical Sunday on Sept. 19 with the theme of “Say the Word and My Soul Shall Be Healed.”
Heading back to school in the DOT

Students, teachers and administrators in Catholic schools around the Diocese ...
Formation of catechists was focus of 2021 Convocation of Parish Catechetical Leaders

Bishop David M. O’Connell, C.M., made a striking analogy when he addressed parish catechetical leaders
School year begins with state mandates to keep school communities safe

In response to public health directives regarding the pandemic and in an effort to keep students, teachers and staff healthy, Catholic schools in the Diocese of Trenton, like their public school counterparts,
Diocese observes 20th anniversary of 9-11

Prayer services and observances to commemorate the twentieth anniversary of the attacks of September 11, 2001 are being held throughout the Diocese of Trenton this week.
Destined for Vocation

It might be said that the seeds of Father Ariel Robles’ vocation to the priesthood trace back to his birth...
St. JPII, family devotion inspired Father Vicente Magdaraog

Ask most seven-year-olds today about their future plans...
Serving different people in different places has enriched Father Reitz’ 50 years of priesthood

Reflecting on his vocation as a Franciscan religious order priest from the Holy Name Province...
Superintendent: Catholic schools ‘are up to the challenge’

Last year, I wrote to you in the “Back to School” issue of The Monitor about ...
Father Schecker shares advice as he marks 50th anniversary of his ordination

Father Robert Schecker has quite the resumé, including five parish assignments and pastoral responsibilities for a wide range of ministries throughout his tenure prior to retirement.
Msgr. Walsh has been focused on meeting people where they are

Msgr. Michael J. Walsh may have done a lot in his 48 years of priesthood, such as being pastor of six parishes...
Passing on the faith, September's Monitor Magazine

Teaching and learning is a theme you’ll find that runs throughout this new issue. With a collection of messages and essays from Bishop David M. O’Connell, C.M., and a special section dedicated to Passing on the Faith...
Fostering devotion to Eucharist has been priority for Father Kwoka

Though Father Edward Kwoka has spent nearly half of his 43-year priesthood in the Diocese of Trenton...
Priesthood has always been a joy for Father Jawidzik

Father Edward M. Jawidzik has often said that one of the “most wonderful gifts” he has received ...
Newly retired Father Crane recalls joys, challenges of priesthood

As a former meteorologist, Father Mark Crane understands the need to know...
With God’s grace: Fr. Rubiano's 25 years of priesthood

In a quiet area amid the otherwise bustling corridors of Jersey Shore University Medical Center, Father Caesar Rubiano...
Clergy Appointments

Bishop David M. O’Connell, C.M., has announced the following clergy appointments, effective as noted:
Ministry of Father Gadenz opens Word of God to clergy, faithful

Father Pablo Gadenz recently marked the 25th anniversary of his ordination to the priesthood...
Father Ignacio retires after 47 years of priestly joy

As Father Roberto Ignacio prepares to retire, he credits the practice of daily prayer ...
Virtual Faith Formation Conference offers early access for faithful

The Diocese of Trenton will join with the other dioceses in New Jersey to present ...

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