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Father Brennan recalled for his loyalty, faith and commitment
Faithful from around the Trenton Diocese who had known Father Thomas Brennan and held him in high regard in his nearly 50 years as a devoted priest came to bid him farewell at St. Pius X Church, Forked River, May 2, the last of many parishes where he served.
Catholic school principals advocate for budget restoration
Principals from Catholic elementary and high schools in the Diocese made their voices heard on the upcoming 2017 N.J. State Budget April 28 during a meeting with Assemblyman Declan O’Scanlon (R-Monmouth) in his Red Bank office.
El Centro to celebrate retirement of Sister Peggy
The community of El Centro de Recursos Para Familias (The Family Resource Center) is preparing to celebrate the retirement of Sister of Charity Margaret “Peggy” Fitzgibbon, who has been an integral part of the social services agency since its opening in 1999.
Terry Ginther receives national pastoral planning award
As Terry Ginther sees it, her commitment to service as a ministry leader and pastoral planner began with “someone who spoke the Word of God into my life more than 30 years ago.”
A day of retreat and renewal for pastoral caregivers
San Alfonso Retreat House, West End, served as the site of the 10th annual retreat for pastoral caregivers held May 6.
Father Brian McCormick to mark 50th anniversary with Mass, dinner
Father Brian McCormick, who has had a long and dedicated history of service to the poor and is known for his founding of the inner-city Trenton agency, Martin House, will mark the 50th anniversary of his priestly ordination June 12.
Caring for those regretting abortion
The pain and suffering experienced by those who have been involved in abortion, and the importance of the Church to extend its mercy to such individuals who seek repentance, were topics discussed when priests of the Diocese gathered for a special presentation April 28.
On the Pathway to the Priesthood: Quartet of deacons-to-be exhibit faith, perseverance
On May 21, four men will take the penultimate step toward becoming priests in the Diocese of Trenton. Each with his own story of discernment and formation now awaits ordination as a transitional deacon by Bishop David M. O’Connell, C.M., during a Mass to be celebrated at 10 a.m. in …
Good Counsel Home is a place where 'mercy is lived'
It has been five years since Good Counsel Home-South Jersey first opened its doors to single, homeless, pregnant women and their children. During that time, 54 babies were welcomed into the world and their mothers learned the skills they needed to properly care for their children and themselves and to live independently. …
Bishop was 'faithful friend' honored at Visitation Home gala
I knew without question that I wanted to serve others with disabilities. I wanted to make their journey a little easier. So often society defines an individual by their disability. A disability is only a part of a whole person.”
'Come Holy Spirit'-- Bilingual rally rekindles fire of Pentecost for hundreds
Coming from parishes all over the Diocese of Trenton, hundreds of people gathered in St. Mary Parish, Middletown, May 15, commemorating the events of the first Pentecost and sharing a common faith and love of God.
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