DIOCESE
Deacon named new jail and prison ministry coordinator
For the past five years, Deacon Bill Gallagher has served as a prison ministry volunteer, making it his mission to share God’s unconditional love with the inmates in the Federal Correctional Institution at Fort Dix on Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst, Burlington County.
Father McCarron remembered for compassion, humor at funeral Mass
The Our Lady of the Rosary Chapel in Morris Hall, Lawrenceville, was filled Oct. 23 as Bishop David M. O’Connell, C.M., priests of the Diocese and friends of Father Gerard McCarron gathered for the celebration of his funeral Mass. Bishop O’Connell served as principal celebrant for the Mass commemorating Father …
At convocation, deacons reminded that they must have deep relationship with Jesus
As ministers of the Word, of charity and of the altar, deacons have a pivotal role in helping to build the Kingdom of God here on earth.But in order for deacons to fully carry out their roles as ordained clergy among their families, faith communities and ministries, they must first embrace …
Chaplains honored during Pastoral Care Week
More than 20 chaplains of all faiths gathered Oct. 26 in the Chancery, Lawrenceville, for a luncheon given in appreciation for the work they do in hospitals and prisons across the Diocese of Trenton’s four counties.
An All Souls Day message from Bishop David M. O'Connell, C.M.
The month of November has begun with the Solemn Feast of All Saints followed by the Commemoration of the Holy Souls in Purgatory. The 16th century tradition of devoting each month of the year to a special intention continues in the Catholic Church with November annually assigned to our prayerful …
Milestones marked during Mount Carmel Guild gala
Those who attend the annual Mount Carmel Guild of Trenton gala can certainly say that each year is special.
Retreat for divorced, separated offers insight on rebuilding
“Love.” “Faith.” “Prayer.” “Trust.” “Strength.” “God.”Those were just some of the words written on Legos by the 40 adults who used the building blocks to build sturdy structures during “Finding Hope and Healing After Divorce: From De-Construction to Reconstruction with God’s Help,” a daylong retreat for divorced and separated Catholics …
Bishop, diocesan officials review parish registers, records
Each year, the pastors and administrators of parishes throughout the Diocese of Trenton present parish sacramental books, registers and records for review and signature by diocesan officials to fulfill canonical requirements.
2,000 of Diocese's pilgrims descend on nation's capital for community, prayer in Basilica
They came from the four corners of the Diocese, many of them up before the sun to board nearly four dozen buses with one destination: the Basilica of the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception in Washington, D.C. Some snuggled into jackets and toted stuffed-animal carrying children and lunch bags, …
Catholic Charities to open new ambulatory detox program in Trenton
Catholic Charities Diocese of Trenton is opening a new ambulatory detox program to round out a full complement of addiction and mental health recovery treatment services offered at their Trenton campus located at North Clinton Avenue and Southard Street.
Mausoleum in Burlington County plans open house
Jesus, Bread of Life Catholic Cemetery, Mount Laurel, the Diocese of Trenton’s newest cemetery will hold an open house from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Nov. 18 and from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Nov. 19 at 3055 Fostertown Road.
Deceased deacons remembered at Memorial Mass
As has been the tradition for many years each November, deacons from the Diocese gathered for a Memorial Mass to pray for their brothers who have gone home to God. Also remembered were wives and children of deacons who have died. This year's Mass was celebrated Nov. 11 in St. …
Diocese to hold first Festival of Praise Nov. 18
Faithful from across the Diocese are invited to attend the first Festival of Praise to be held Nov. 18 in St. Mary Parish, 19 Cherry Tree Farm Road, Middletown.
Diocesan cemetery in Burlington County to hold open house
Jesus, Bread of Life Catholic Cemetery, the first diocesan Catholic cemetery in Burlington County, will hold an open house Nov. 18, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., and Nov. 19, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Catholic Campaign for Human Development collection slated for Nov. 18-19
The annual collection for the Catholic Campaign for Human Development (CCHD) will be held at all Masses the weekend of Nov. 18-19, which coincides with the Church’s celebration of the first World Day of the Poor.
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