New Jersey bishops gather in Trenton
October 14, 2022 at 1:06 p.m.
James King, executive director of the NJCC, planned the agenda for the gathering along with Cardinal Joseph Tobin, C.SS.R., Metropolitan Archbishop of Newark and chairman of the province’s bishops.
The location for these meetings rotates among the dioceses of New Jersey, with the respective local bishops taking turns as hosts.
“I am always pleased to welcome my brother bishops to the Diocese of Trenton,” remarked Bishop David M. O’Connell, C.M.
“It is very important for us together to consider matters of importance to the clergy, religious and faithful of New Jersey, with respect for all human life, Catholic education and evangelization at the top of the list as we share ‘best practices’ in our local dioceses.
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“The meeting also gives us the opportunity to develop a common approach to our interactions with civil authorities in the state,” said Bishop O’Connell.
Following the business portion of the NJCC gathering, the bishops and King enjoyed socializing over lunch.
“We don’t get together very often,” observed Bishop O’Connell, “so the social aspect of the meeting helps us to build fraternity and support for one another.”
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James King, executive director of the NJCC, planned the agenda for the gathering along with Cardinal Joseph Tobin, C.SS.R., Metropolitan Archbishop of Newark and chairman of the province’s bishops.
The location for these meetings rotates among the dioceses of New Jersey, with the respective local bishops taking turns as hosts.
“I am always pleased to welcome my brother bishops to the Diocese of Trenton,” remarked Bishop David M. O’Connell, C.M.
“It is very important for us together to consider matters of importance to the clergy, religious and faithful of New Jersey, with respect for all human life, Catholic education and evangelization at the top of the list as we share ‘best practices’ in our local dioceses.
PHOTO GALLERY: NEW JERSEY BISHOPS
“The meeting also gives us the opportunity to develop a common approach to our interactions with civil authorities in the state,” said Bishop O’Connell.
Following the business portion of the NJCC gathering, the bishops and King enjoyed socializing over lunch.
“We don’t get together very often,” observed Bishop O’Connell, “so the social aspect of the meeting helps us to build fraternity and support for one another.”