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A summer gathering . . . ‘When the brothers dwell together as one’

It was a beautiful summer evening Thursday July 22 as the priests of the Diocese of Trenton gathered together in St. Robert’s Co-Cathedral Parish for dinner!
Seminarians take time to contemplate relationship with Jesus

The annual Seminarians Retreat for the Diocese of Trenton, held June 14-18 in San Alfonso Retreat House, Long Branch, was a time of reflection and respite for the some 13 seminarians who attended.
At “Come and See” gathering, young men learn more about discerning a call to priesthood

Becoming a priest is something Justin McCarthy has been thinking about on and off for the past three years.
Trenton-born religious to assume leadership in congregation

A Trenton native is poised to take up the mantle of service in her religious order this July.
Father Rjoy Ballacillo ordained to priesthood

Moments before he would become a priest, the Rev. Mr. Rjoy Ballacillo listened intently to the First Reading from Jeremiah.
Radio program with Bishop O’Connell highlights vocations discernment

Bishop David M. O’Connell, C.M., Father Jason Parzynski, diocesan director of vocations, and two seminarians who are preparing for the priesthood for the Diocese, were at the Domestic Church Radio studio in Ewing June 3 to record a special program, “On Discerning a Vocation.”
As June 5 ordination nears, Deacon Ballacillo reflects on path to priestly vocation

When Rjoy Ballacillo was ordained a traditional deacon last year, he said he “felt real joy in knowing this is what God wants me to do.”
New deacons reminded that theirs is a ministry of service

Mary Taylor and her two children, Ian and Michele, have seen their husband and father grow academically and spiritually during the past five years he spent preparing to become a deacon for the Diocese of Trenton.
Eight men to be ordained as permanent deacons May 15

After five years of educational and pastoral formation, eight laymen will advance to the Order of Deacon May 15 when they are ordained by Bishop David M. O’Connell, C.M., in St. Mary of the Assumption Cathedral, Trenton.
Annual letter project lifts spirits of youth, seminarians

When it comes to enjoying a little downtime, young people and adults have more in common than they might admit.
New interactive vocations website invites men to explore priestly calling

When it comes to discerning a call to the priesthood, Rev. Mr. Rjoy Ballacillo has some advice.
All consecrated persons called to be ‘present-day Samaritans’

On Feb. 2, 2021, we celebrate the 25th anniversary of the World Day of Consecrated Life in the Catholic Church.
In feeding others, Diocese’s seminarian finds added perspective on vocation

“An eye-opening experience.” That’s how Adam Johnson, a seminarian from the Trenton Diocese, described the four hours he and 15 fellow seminarian
As counselor, Father Padovani adds new dimension to missionary work

Ask Father Martin H. Padovani about the “one-eighty” he made early in his priesthood ...
Trenton Diocese priest honored by his alma mater with alumni award

For Father Edward J. Griswold, it came as a surprise when he learned he had been named the recipient of the Robert F. Leavitt Award for Leadership in Pastoral Excellence by St. Mary Seminary and University, Baltimore.
Vocations in Diocese being furthered through small groups, plans for new website

As far as God is concerned, vocations to the priesthood, diaconate and religious life are on his timetable, irrespective of any global pandemic or civil unrest. Thanks to his timing, the process of discernment has continued steadily in the Diocese of Trenton.
Vocations Awareness Week a chance to renew faith during COVID

November’s weeklong celebration of vocations will highlight the beauty of a call to the priesthood, diaconate and consecrated life – a call that transcends even global pandemics.
Bishop celebrates Mass with SVD community

Bishop David M. O’Connell, C.M., celebrated Mass Oct. 19 with the Society of the Divine Word community in their Bordentown residence to commemorate the 125th anniversary of the arrival of their first missionary in America.
Seminarian reaches milestone as newly instituted acolyte

On Oct. 17, William Clingerman, a seminarian from the Diocese of Trenton, received the Ministry of Acolyte ...
Sister Catherine Darcy, Brother James Moore are golden jubilarians

Sister Catherine Darcy has served in diocesan and educational capacities. Brother Jim Moore shares Franciscan charism in Seaside Park parish.
Christian Brother Frank Byrne celebrates four decades in religious life

Christian Brother Frank Byrne grew up in Shrewsbury, the son of Richard and Clair Byrne, and one of five children
Sister Margaret Conlon, Father Reitz celebrate 55 years in religious orders

While Sister Margaret Conlon is a presence in Ocean Grove, Father Reitz serves as priest in Brant Beach parish.
Six decades of dedicated service for Sister Pat McGinley and Brother Stephen Merrigan

Parishes around the Diocese have reaped the benefits of the good works of Sister Pat McGinley and Brother Stephen Merrigan.
Conventual Franciscan Father Richard Rossell observes 65 years in religious life

Conventual Franciscan Father Richard Rossell, 85, grew up in Trenton, the son of Marcella and Ralph Rossell and one of five brothers.
Religious celebrating milestone anniversaries reflect on their witness to the Gospel

Living and serving among Catholic faithful has brought joy and fulfillment to religious sisters who are marking special anniversaries of their ministry this year – Marianite Sister of Holy Cross Margaret Cronley and St. Joseph Sister of Philadelphia Pat McGinley among them.

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