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In footsteps of disciples, missionaries from around the world share compelling stories with diocesan faithful
As a boy growing up in Ireland, Father Damian McElroy enjoyed watching movies and reading books about missionaries. “Missionaries and heroes don’t just belong to the movies,” the pastor of Our Lady of Good Counsel Parish, Moorestown, told parishioners after the 5 p.m. Vigil Mass Aug 5. “They don’t just …
Bishop's Mass at Belmar gazebo brings wider community together in prayer, fellowship
With folks sitting on beach chairs, towels and on the ground, with a few perched on bicycles, nearly 1,000 faithful from around the Diocese and beyond gathered for the celebration of Mass at the gazebo on Silver Lake in Belmar with Bishop David M. O’Connell, C.M., the morning of Aug. …
Catholic Charities' Walk of Hope set for Sept. 30
Catholic Charities, Diocese of Trenton, will host its fourth annual Walk of Hope Sept. 30 at Mercer County Park, 1638 Old Trenton Road, West Windsor (west entrance). The course length is 3.1 miles with optional 1- and 2-mile walks.
Interfaith Caregivers of Greater Mercer County gala to feature Broadway star
Broadway veteran and Notre Dame High School, Lawrenceville, alumnus Ciarán Sheehan will perform musical favorites and Irish classics at the Interfaith Caregivers of Greater Mercer County’s annual gala Oct. 12 at the Stone Terrace, Hamilton. The gala will also honor Investors Bank Foundation and Laurie Pietrini of the Lebensfeld Foundation …
Over the Moon: 2017 eclipse awes Diocese's faithful
Time seemed to stand still at 2:44 p.m. EST in the Diocese of Trenton, as those from Burlington, Mercer, Monmouth and Ocean Counties looked to the heavens for the partial eclipse of the sun Aug. 21.Though millions across the nation saw everything from a full eclipse to a partial viewing, …
Insights shared on pro-life ministry, Our Lady of Guadalupe
In December of 1531 the Virgin Mary, under the title of Our Lady of Guadalupe, appeared to an indigenous convert named Juan Diego and began the most important event in the evangelization of the New World.
Diocese prepares for Nov. 4 pilgrimage to 'Mary's House' in Washington
“United in Christ/Unidos en Cristo” will serve as the theme for the Diocese of Trenton’s biannual Marian Pilgrimage to the Basilica of the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception, Washington, scheduled for Nov. 4.
Bishop O'Connell to celebrate Mass at silver jubilee state Charismatic Renewal
Bishop David M. O’Connell, C.M., will serve as principal celebrant of a Mass to mark the 50th anniversary of the New Jersey Catholic Charismatic Renewal State Conference Sept. 23 at 11 a.m. in St. Mary Parish, Middletown.
Workshops aim to build awareness of cultural factors in ministry
Recognizing that a critical element in the ministry of evangelization involves people of all cultures working and serving together to further the mission of the Church, the Diocese of Trenton will offer the “Building Intercultural Competence for Ministers” series.
Catholic Charities hopes for 400-plus attendance at annual Walk of Hope
Catholic Charities, Diocese of Trenton, will host its fourth annual Walk of Hope Sept. 30 at Mercer County Park, 1638 Old Trenton Road, West Windsor (west entrance).
Application process opens for local CCHD grants
The Catholic Campaign for Human Development, Diocese of Trenton, is once again accepting applications for its annual campaign to award grants to Catholic social agencies in the Diocese that focus on providing basic human needs.
'Be strong, trust in the Lord,' Salvation History seminar participants told
Josue Arriola spoke with expertise and compassion as he addressed the dozens of faithful before him who gathered to better read and understand the Bible.
Diocesan SVDP to celebrate society's 400 years of service to poor
The Diocese of Trenton Council of the Society of St. Vincent de Paul will hold a spiritual assembly celebrating the society’s 400th anniversary Sept. 9 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. in St. Aloysius Parish, Jackson. The event will feature the celebration of Holy Mass by Bishop David M. O’Connell, …
Vision for banner displayed during Belmar gazebo Mass shows Jesus surrounded by many
Ask Irene Gallagher of St. Elizabeth of Hungary Parish, Avon, about the striking banner she created for the Mass celebrated by Bishop David M. O’Connell, C.M., in the Belmar gazebo Aug. 13, and she promptly speaks about the man from whom she drew great inspiration for its design – St. …
A Message from Bishop O'Connell on the World Day of Prayer for the Care of Creation: Our Common Home
Pope Francis designated September 1 – Friday this year – as a “World Day of Prayer for the Care of Creation.” In his message of September 1 last year, the Holy Father explained that he has done so to “offer individual believers and communities a fitting opportunity to reaffirm their …
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