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"Hold to my Covenant" -- Bishop urges faithful to embrace God's vision for peace
As you drive past the meditation garden on the grounds of St. Mary Parish, Colts Neck, a keen eye can observe a white “Peace Pole” close by the beautiful statue of St. Francis of Assisi. An obelisk about the height of a fence pole, it bears the message, “May Peace …
Bishop O'Connell's homily for the Mass of Peace celebrated Aug. 16 in St. Mary Church, Colts Neck
It's a fairly common question when you first become a leader these days whether in the Church as bishop or pastor or lay minister or in some other business or professional organization: what is your vision for the group you are leading?
A statement by the Diocese of Trenton concerning alleged sexual abuse by Father Nilo S. Apura
It is with heavy hearts that we report an allegation of sexual abuse by a priest serving in the Diocese of Trenton. On Aug. 18, we received an allegation of sexual abuse committed by Father Nilo S. Apura against a 16-year-old minor. The complaint was based on abuse alleged to …
Clergy Appointments
Bishop David M. O’Connell, C.M., has announced the following pastoral appointments effective Aug. 23:
OUR DIOCESE TODAY -- Understanding the meaning, promise of Baptism
The Baptism of a child is a joyful, but pivotal time in which the relationship between the Catholic family and their practice of the faith can either be positively or negatively impacted.
All Good Works -- Bishop Ahr Endowment Fund assists agencies
Social service agencies from throughout the four-county Diocese that provide education and outreach to people of all walks of life including children, the elderly, the poor, marginalized and those in need received a financial boost thanks to the Diocese of Trenton’s 2014 Bishop George W. Ahr Endowment Fund.
Prison ministry volunteers sought
The diocesan Office of Jail and Prison Ministry invites Catholics to discover the power of forgiveness and experience hope and mercy by serving as volunteers, meeting the spiritual needs of our imprisoned brothers and sisters. An informative orientation session will be held Sept. 20 in the Chancery from 10 a.m. …
Catholic Charities readies for 25th annual Guardian Angel event
Individuals and organizations that have kept the goal of serving others in need a top priority will be recognized for their good works during the 25th annual Catholic Charities Guardian Angel Dinner Dance Sept. 27.
Annual spirituality/education days for seniors open windows of faith, scholarship, fellowship
As Mary Jakub recalls it, she wasn’t exactly certain what she’d take away from this year’s annual spirituality/education days for maturing adults. But word of mouth had it that the harvest from the day-long program would be fruitful.
Information sessions on permanent diaconate
The diocesan Office of Clergy and Consecrated Life has scheduled information sessions for those interested in learning more about the permanent diaconate, its formation program and the application process for classes beginning in September 2015.
Josue Arriola to lead Office of Youth, Marriage and Family Life
Sitting across the desk from Josue Arriola, one is likely to notice the two bands he wears on his left ring finger. When asked, he graciously explains that the first, a slender gold band, is his wedding ring, representing his devotion to his wife. The second, a wide pewter band …
Workshop planned to offer support to spiritual directors
The Upper Room Spiritual Center, Neptune, will offer a workshop “Accompanying Grieving Hearts, Spiritual Direction and Facing Life’s Losses” Oct. 8 from 9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. at 3455 W. Bangs Avenue, Bldg. 2.
Ministry offers information sessions on physician-assisted suicide
The diocesan Respect Life Ministry and the Department of Pastoral Care are sponsoring a pair of information sessions in diocesan parishes focusing on physician-assisted suicide and a current legislative initiative before the state legislature.
Trenton's Mount Carmel Guild to honor women at annual gala
The Mount Carmel Guild of Trenton will honor six Catholic women for their service to the community during its 19th annual gala Oct. 17 from 6-10 p.m. in the Trenton Country Club, 201 Sullivan Way, West Trenton.
Certificate program offers pastoral care sessions
Beginning in October, the diocesan Department of Pastoral Care will offer a series of 10 sessions with a focus on pastoral care, as part of the Diocesan Certificate Program.
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