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Catholic Charities fundraiser to honor work in Diocese
David and Patricia Wright, members of St. Catharine-St. Margaret Parish, Spring Lake, will be presented with the Catholic Charities “Richard J. Hughes Humanitarian Award” at its 27th annual Guardian Angel Dinner Dance on Sept. 24 in the Hyatt Regency Princeton.
New structure to provide support to parish Respect Life ministries
It is in the local communities of the Diocese – the parishes, schools and other groups – that the most significant part of the Church’s Respect Life ministry unfolds.
Faith to Move Mountains campaign is mobilizing parishioners of all ages
On a rainy Saturday afternoon in late July, five determined youngsters set up a lemonade stand to raise money for what they considered to be a very important cause. They wanted to contribute toward their parish’s Faith to Move Mountains goal. Their hard work paid off – they raised $500. …
CUA alumni invited to Mass with Bishop
Bishop David M. O’Connell, C.M., invites alumni, parents and friends of the Catholic University of America to join him for Mass at 1:15 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 23, in St. Catharine Church, 215 Essex Ave., Spring Lake.
A Message From Bishop O'Connell: Law, religion exist mutually under a 'We the People' democracy
In the United States of America, there is no “state religion.” The First Amendment to the Constitution clearly prohibits it. The text of the amendments states: “Congress shall make no law respecting an establishment of religion or prohibiting the free exercise thereof ...” James Madison’s original wording of this text was: “The …
Bishop, Father Koch to be featured in new podcast program
Over the years, Bishop David M. O’Connell, C.M., and Father Garry Koch have gathered many fans and followers of their regular columns in The Monitor.
St. Vincent de Paul membership drive continues through September
For the first time, the Trenton Diocesan Council of St. Vincent de Paul is holding membership drives at the diocesan level throughout September in hopes of increasing Vincentian participation across the Diocese’s four counties.
Spirit of mercy comes alive at Catholic Charities gala honoring good work
Susan Parker walked into the Catholic Charities Guardian Angel Dinner Dance with a smile, knowing she would be receiving the organization’s “Client Achievement Award.” But the look of disbelief she wore as the evening came to a close proved she never imagined she would be leaving the gala with a …
Live stream coverage of Catholic Schools Mass
The Diocese of Trenton invites you to watch the live video stream of the annual Catholic Schools Mass with Bishop David M. O’Connell, C.M., in St. Mary of the Assumption Cathedral in Trenton.
A message from Bishop David M. O'Connell, C.M.: God's gift of life deserves the greatest of respect
Throughout the past year, the Catholic Church throughout the world has celebrated “The Year of Mercy,” an extraordinary Holy Year proclaimed by Our Holy Father Pope Francis.
Mass with the Bishop: Annual School gathering in Trenton celebrates gift of Catholic education
The annual Mass, celebrated by Bishop David M. O’Connell, C.M., brings together for the only time all year representatives from both elementary and secondary schools from all four counties in the Diocese.
Bishop O'Connell's Catholic Schools Homily Oct. 4
Today we celebrate the feast of St. Francis of Assisi. He is, perhaps, the most well known and popular saints of the Catholic Church.
Diocesan Mass to mark World Mission Sunday
With a nod to the universality of the Catholic Church and an appeal to the global faith community to support the less fortunate, parishes of the Diocese of Trenton will join congregations around the world in marking World Mission Sunday Oct. 23.
Good Counsel Homes banquet scheduled for Oct. 27
Good Counsel Homes-South Jersey, which provides assistance to homeless, pregnant women and their children, will hold its annual fundraising banquet Oct. 27 from 6 to 9 p.m. in The Merion, 1901 Route 130 South, Cinnaminson.
Hearing and Keeping the Word: At convocation, diocesan religious hear call to continue focus on mercy
The Year of Mercy may be drawing to a close, but religious priests and sisters who gathered Oct. 8 for this year’s Diocesan Celebration of Consecrated Life agree there will be no stopping the need for its healing quality.
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