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UPDATE: School leaders working on plans for students in Diocese to return to classroom

Work is progressing on a plan to return the Diocese’s Catholic school students and faculty to the classrooms this September in a way that ensures optimal health and safety for all.
Bishop Edward U. Kmiec, former Trenton auxiliary bishop, dies at 84

Retired Bishop Edward U. Kmiec, a native son and former auxiliary bishop of the Diocese of Trenton, died July 11 at age 84, it was announced by the Diocese of Buffalo.
Diocese responds to media report on COVID relief funding

An article written by the Associated Press and published by multiple media outlets July 10 seems to call into question the legitimacy of the Church’s request for COVID relief funding made available through the U.S. government. The Diocese of Trenton has responded to this article with the following statement:
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Even during life’s greatest trials, there is always a reason to celebrate God’s blessings. That could well serve as the theme of The Monitor Magazine’s July issue, which is now posted for our digital subscribers.
Annual Lives of Faith celebrates clergy anniversaries, retirements

The Monitor’s annual LIVES OF FAITH section has just been published, featuring profiles on priests celebrating 25- and 50-year anniversaries as well as those who are retiring.
Ten years of ‘loving and serving the Lord Jesus and his people'

On July 30, Bishop David M. O’Connell, C.M., will mark the 10th anniversary of his ordination to the episcopacy, less than two months after being named Coadjutor Bishop of the Diocese of Trenton.
Father Amora’s legacy: living what he preaches

As Father Silvano “Ben” Amora prepares to retire after 43 years of active priestly ministry serving in the Philippines and in the Trenton Diocese, he happily reflects on what he considers to be one of his greatest accomplishments ...
Father José Fernández-Bangueses looks forward to active retirement after 50 years of priesthood

Father José Fernández-Bangueses reflects on his 50 years of priestly ministry as being an experience too fulfilling to simply ease out of parish life and into retirement.
Father Lukaszewski approaches retirement with trust in the Lord

In the weeks leading up to July 1, the day he would retire as pastor of St. Barnabas Parish, Bayville, Father Stanley P. Lukaszewski spent some time thinking about all he’s experienced in his 41 years of priesthood.
Msgr. Peter Kochery’s long priestly ministry continues to flourish in retirement

For Msgr. Peter Kochery, the seeds of his priestly vocation were planted at an early age – during Mass with his bishop as a young teenager in India.
Gratitude the operative feeling for Father Zec’s half-century vocation

Father John J. Zec happily admits that the people he has met during his ministry are among the best memories of his 50-year priesthood.
With sights set on business, Father Santangelo instead follows faith

It’s easy when you look back on your life, and all the steps are in place, to see God’s plan,” Father Michael A. Santangelo said as he reflected on his 25 years of priestly ministry. “It is a graced moment.”
Father Sumanga reflects on service, fraternity, teachable moments

Ask Father Oscar B. Sumanga to pinpoint highlights of his 25 years as a priest, and he responds with one – everything.
Father Valle continues to grow in his ‘forever priesthood’

Father Miguel D. Valle views his priesthood as one in which he is constantly looking ahead.
Priests of Diocese marking special anniversaries

The Diocese of Trenton is blessed to have a contingent of men who have committed to a priestly vocation. Following is a listing of those marking notable anniversaries to the priesthood in 2020.
Special anniversaries observed by Diocese's deacons

Ever since the permanent diaconate was established in the Diocese of Trenton in 1977, Catholic men have continuously responded to the call to ordained ministry through the reception of the Sacrament of Holy Orders.
Chancery reopens for staff return

After being closed for nearly four months, the diocesan Chancery began the gradual return to normal in-person operations in the Lawrenceville building July 6.
The Monitor Magazine wins two Catholic media awards

The Diocese of Trenton’s monthly publication, The Monitor Magazine, has been recognized with two awards from the Catholic Press Association.
Men interested in priesthood invited to discernment BBQ with Bishop

To help foster a call to the priesthood, the Diocese will host a vocation discernment barbecue, which will include Mass with Bishop David M. O’Connell, C.M.
Comedian Joe Piscopo to headline Catholic Charities’ new, consolidated fundraiser

Catholic Charities, Diocese of Trenton has enlisted comedian-actor Joe Piscopo to host the inaugural Guardian Angel Benefit of Hope, a virtual event that will replace four of the agency’s annual fundraisers.
Diocese welcomes newest priest with ordination of Father Sansevere

As newly ordained Father Stephen Sansevere knelt before the Diocese of Trenton’s shepherd, he was reminded of two of the Church’s holy Sacraments: The Sacrament of Holy Orders and that of Matrimony.
Faith At Home video series adds personal flavor to weekly reflections

Those involved in the online resource Faith At Home are pleased at the positive responses they’ve been receiving ...
Clergy assignment announced

Bishop David M. O’Connell, C.M., has announced the following clergy appointment, effective July 1, 2020.
Rev. Mr. Sansevere looking forward to many ‘firsts’ in priesthood

As far back as he can remember, all Stephen Sansevere ever talked about while growing up was wanting to be a cop or a priest.
Diocesan director of missions experiences East Timor amidst coronavirus

The Communion line seemed endless that Sunday at a church in Dili, East Timor.

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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.