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To Have and To Hold: During Anniversary Masses, Bishop recognizes married couples for their faith and fidelity
Married couples from throughout the Diocese commemorating their first, 25th, 50th and more years of wedded bliss were recognized and received a blessing from Bishop David M. O’Connell, C.M. throughout October.
Separated and divorced Catholics unite for daylong retreat in Jackson
Though Catholic teachings call the faithful to help heal and comfort those in pain, the fact is that countless men and women struggling with the wounds of divorce often linger in a self-imposed exile, on the sidelines of their faith.
All Souls Day Mass to be celebrated
The Holy Sacrifice of the Mass will be offered in remembrance of all deceased relatives and friends Nov. 2 at 10 a.m. at St. Mary’s Cemetery and Mausoleum, 1200 Cedar Lane, Building A, Trenton. Enter the grounds on South Olden Avenue and exit on Cedar Lane.
Messages of service, mercy commemorate World Mission Sunday in Asbury Park
Faithful from throughout the Diocese joined with the universal Church in celebrating World Mission Sunday Oct. 23 as Father Peter James Alindogan, diocesan mission director, celebrated Mass in Our Lady of Mount Carmel Church, part of Mother of Mercy Parish, Asbury Park.During his homily, Father Alindogan spoke of the Biblical …
Compassion, work of pastoral caregivers recognized
Whether it is through parish ministries or outreach to marginalized populations, the Church has long offered care and support to those who are suffering, ill, dying, lonely, grieving, abandoned or forgotten.
R.C.I.A. retreat helps elect embrace call to follow Christ
They are choosing to follow Christ, which makes those who will become Catholic in a few weeks’ time part of “the hope of the Church,” said Sister Mary Agnes Ryan, diocesan director of the Department of Evangelization and Catechesis at the bilingual Lenten Retreat for about 170 R.C.I.A. elect, candidates …
Bishop O'Connell gathers with CUA alumni and friends for Mass, camaraderie
On Oct. 23, Bishop David M. O'Connell, C.M., joined with alumni, supporters and administrators of The Catholic University of America, Washington, where they worshiped together and celebrated their affiliation with the country’s only Catholic university that was founded by the U.S. Catholic bishops.
'Moved by Mercy' poster, essay and video contest underway -- Respect Life Ministry contest entries now being accepted
The Diocese of Trenton’s Respect Life Ministry is now welcoming entries for their 2016-2017 poster, essay, and video contest.
Recognizing Those Who Serve -- Mount Carmel Guild shows appreciation for service with awards
Women and men who answered God’s call to charity through service to the local Mercer County community were feted during the Mount Carmel Guild’s 21st annual gala held Oct. 21.
Annual convocation calls on deacons to reach out with love and Mercy
The theme of the 2016 Convocation of Deacons Oct. 28 and 29 was “The Joy of Love,” and throughout the two-day event, the call to extend this pastoral mercy to families, the vulnerable and those in need of charity, struck meaningful chords.
New deacon candidates called by Bishop O'Connell to make a difference in lives of faithful
Surrounded by 169 deacons, whose brotherhood they seek to join, six men from Monmouth and Ocean counties took a meaningful step on their journey Oct. 28 as they were formally accepted by Bishop David M. O’Connell, C.M., as candidates for the diocesan diaconate program.
Episcopal Appointments
Bishop David M. O’Connell, C.M., has announced the following appointments effective Oct. 14:
Collection to support Catholic Campaign for Human Development
In his July 2015 address at the World Meeting of Popular Movements in Bolivia, Pope Francis offered a strong declaration of faith and action.
Torches honoring Mary begin their journey in Diocese's four counties
With prayers and processions, churches in each county of the Diocese kicked off celebrations for Las Antorchas Guadalupanas – a series of traveling torch lightings that will lead up to the feast of Our Lady of Guadalupe and pilgrimage in Trenton come December.
Father Wallack and team planning vocations awareness outreach efforts
After serving nearly 12 years in parish and school ministry, Father Michael Wallack has been asked to lead the Diocese’s efforts to foster vocations to the priesthood. Having served both as a pastor, parochial vicar and high school chaplain, he knows a bit about the life he is inviting prospective …
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