DIOCESE
RCIA retreat to offer day of spiritual refreshment
The diocesan Department of Evangelization and Catechesis will offer a retreat geared towards Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults directors and team members working in parishes throughout the Diocese of Trenton.
Program to address end-of-life, physician-assisted suicide issues
St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Parish, Whiting, will host Deacon Patrick Brannigan, executive director and spokesperson on public policy matters for the New Jersey Catholic Conference, April 14, 1 p.m.
Four diocesan seminarians mark formation milestones
Christopher Pinto, a member of St. Raphael-Holy Angels Parish, Hamilton, has been in formation for the priesthood since September 2013 – a journey he describes as “one of challenge and growth – yet it has been overwhelmingly joyful.”
Holy Week celebration includes warm invitation to attend Chrism Mass
As has been the longstanding tradition in the Diocese of Trenton, the Chrism Mass will be celebrated by Bishop David M. O’Connell, C.M. on the Monday of Holy Week, which this year is March 30.
Respect Life milestone marked in Red Bank with prayer, hope for better future
Driving downpours and damaged sidewalks may have sidelined the faithful from the annual Respect Life procession through the town of Red Bank to Planned Parenthood in neighboring Shrewsbury March 14.
Bishop O'Connell recently answered some questions for The Monitor:
You’ve come a very long way since Dec. 29. Could you describe what has been involved in your recuperation and rehabilitation?
People take a walk to give others hope
About 250 men, women and children took part in this year's Walk of Hope, a fund-raising program aimed at reducing poverty, promoting recovery and strengthening families.
Giving Honor and Thanks
The annual diocesan Mass for Law Enforcement officials was celebrated April 7 in St. Mary of the Assumption Cathedral, Trenton, by Bishop David M. O'Connell, C.M.
How and why priests are transferred
Every year at this time I draw up the list of those pastors and priests who will be transferred from one parish to another. This "list" follows a lengthy process of consultation, discussion and advice.
As Easter Week unfolds, Diocese celebrates 16th annual Blue Mass
This year, for the first time anyone present could recall, the annual Blue Mass was woven into the fabric of Easter Week.
TCA director named NCEA Distinguished Principal
For Anne Reap, director of Trenton Catholic Academy Lower School, the decision to become a teacher was made at an early age and was almost inevitable.
New building for Mount Carmel Guild to be dedicated
Serving the impoverished of Mercer County is a task that goes on every day of the year for the Mount Carmel Guild, an inner-city Trenton diocesan agency that serves those in need. But thanks to a newly-renovated additional building on its North Clinton Avenue property, their work of mercy has …
Day of formation for catechists focuses on New Evangelization
There are a number of ways to define the New Evangelization, but what’s most important is an outreach that touches the heart, through both teaching and healing.
Catholic University aids diocesan students with tuition assistance
Though many families worry the high cost of their child’s college education might derail dreams of a bright future, financial support from The Catholic University of America, Washington, is aiding them to stay on track to appreciate the superior academic opportunities to grow both in faith and in knowledge.
MIDJersey Chamber of Commerce honors Catholic Charities for Community Impact
Catholic Charities, Diocese of Trenton, will be honored with the Community Impact Award from the MIDJersey Chamber of Commerce at its Hall of Fame annual awards dinner April 23 in the Hyatt Regency Princeton. CCDOT will be honored for its outstanding achievements and contributions to the central New Jersey community.
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