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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.
Three religious in Diocese celebrate 70th anniversaries

Marking seven decades in religious life are Dominican Sister Patricia Flynn, Resurrection Sister Antoinette Nowosielski and Mercy Sister Maria Cordis Richey.
Sister Margaret Cronley, Father Eugene Grohe mark 75 years in religious life

While Sister Margaret Cronley served in diocesan and parish levels, Father Eugene Grohe
Bishop, vicar spend time in prayer, fellowship with Diocese’s seminarians in Philadelphia

Bishop David M. O’Connell, C.M., and Msgr. Thomas Mullelly, vicar for clergy and director of seminarians, traveled to St. Charles Borromeo Seminary in Philadelphia Oct. 7 to conduct their annual visit with the Diocese of Trenton’s seven seminarians studying for the priesthood there.
Despite property sale, Divine Word Fathers’ legacy in Trenton Diocese will endure

For 81 years, the service of the Society of the Divine Word Missionary Fathers and Brothers has made an indelible impression on the four counties of the Trenton Diocese.
Information sessions scheduled for men interested in diaconate formation program

Men interested in learning more about the diaconate formation program are invited to two information sessions being offered in the coming weeks.
Sister Ivantic, 107, is living in her second pandemic

For Benedictine Sister Vivian Ivantic, these times are not unprecedented. She lived through the 1918 Spanish flu.
Pennington native makes first profession as Salesian

Brother John Patrick Castonguay believes God has called him to a life of true brotherhood, ...
IHM sisters with ties to Diocese reflect on community’s 175 years of service

A faith legacy in the Diocese of Trenton, and beyond, is being celebrated this year.
Vocation discernment barbecue canceled due to weather

The vocation discernment barbecue that had been scheduled for Aug. 4 has been canceled due to the impending storm that is forecast to impact the region.
Diocese’s seminarians taking part in weeklong retreat

Spiritual talks and conferences, Mass, prayer experiences, and time for rest are among the highlights of the annual retreat for seminarians being held this week in San Alfonso Retreat House, West End.

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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.