BISHOP'S CORNER

Homily for the Catholic Schools Principals’ Retreat Mass

As Bishop of the Diocese of Trenton, I have a lot to say.  That doesn’t mean that everyone listens! 

Pray and Fast for All Human Life

The United States Conference of Catholic Bishops and its Committee on Pro-Life Activities

Love, learn from Mary this May

Love for Mary, the Blessed Mother of the Lord Jesus Christ, is as natural to the Catholic as love for one's own mother.

A message from Bishop O'Connell on Religious Brothers Day

“Religious Brothers Day,” celebrated on 1 May 2022, is an opportunity to celebrate and offer gratitude for the gift of religious brotherhood, a special vocation and call to men who offer their life in the service of God’s people through vows, prayer and the charisms of various religious orders. 

Bishop in homily: ‘Holiness is possible for young people’

"What do you want to be when you grow up?”

A Message for Divine Mercy Sunday/Second Sunday of Easter

Jesus said to Thomas: “Blessed are those who have not seen and have believed!”

Earth Day: A time to 'contemplate God' through caring for creation

I was a freshman in high school when I first heard the word "ecology." Our science teacher ...

Homily for the Chrism Mass

The Chrism Mass has its historical roots in the second century, when the bishop blessed sacramental oils and consecrated sacramental Chrism during the Easter vigil. 

A better life awaits us, because of the Resurrection

St. Paul wrote, “If there is no Resurrection of the dead, then not even Christ has been raised.  And if Christ has not been raised, our preaching is useless and so is your faith (1 Cor 15: 13-14).”

Peace in Ukraine: something to be sought, achieved

The word “peace” appears hundreds of times in the Bible – depending upon the version and translations consulted.

Bishop on Annunciation: Mary gives lessons on faith, life as destination

Today, the Catholic Church throughout the world interrupts the continuing sobriety

From the Bishop: Prayers for peace, Ukraine

As the attention of the entire world is riveted on the unfolding military crisis in Ukraine

Hey folks, don’t let Lent pass you by

In nostalgic moments, Catholics of my generation and older reflect on their experience of the Catholic Church while growing up.

World Day of the Sick 2022: Touch the Suffering Flesh of Christ

Sickness is always an unwelcome guest in the “home” of our bodies.

Marriage: Called to the Joy of Love

When we think of marriage, words like love, faithfulness, trust, sacrifice, forgiveness ...


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