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Nominations sought for Mount Carmel Guild's Community Service Award
Mount Carmel Guild is now accepting nominations for its Community Service Award, which recognizes men, women and organizations that unselfishly serve in the Mercer County area.
NJ congressman, Hamilton parishioner Chris Smith addresses March for Life
Among the speakers at the Jan. 19 March for Life rally was Rep. Chris Smith, R-N.J. and a parishioner of St. Gregory the Great, Hamilton Square. Following is his address to the hundreds of thousands who descended on the nation’s capital to demonstrate for the Respect Life movement:
OUR DIOCESE TODAY: Mass for Life in Trenton to be livestreamed; Questions about the flu
On Monday, Jan. 22, Bishop David M. O’Connell, C.M., will celebrate the second of two diocesan Masses for Life to mark the tragic 45th anniversary of legal abortion in the United States.
'Love and be loved,' thousands of youth hear at Mass before March for Life
WASHINGTON – The Capital One Arena in Washington, which typically hosts professional basketball and hockey games and sold-out concerts, was filled with thousands of youth from around the country who gathered there Jan. 19 to stand up for life. The Archdiocese of Washington's annual Youth Rally and Mass for Life …
Diocese's faithful take part in statewide Rally for Life in Trenton
Sporting royal blue scarves and ties in pro-life solidarity, people from across the state gathered the morning of Jan. 22 at the State House Annex, Trenton, to make their presence felt by state lawmakers at the annual Rally for Life, sponsored by New Jersey Right to Life.“Do you think it’s …
Diocese plans Lenten retreat for RCIA March 24
The diocesan Department of Catechesis will sponsor a Rite of Christian Initiation for Adults Lenten retreat for candidates, catechumens and RCIA team members March 24 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Jesus, the Good Shepherd Church, St. Peter Campus, Bridgboro and Hancock Sts., Riverside.
Bishop to preside over Feb. 18 Rite of Election
The Rite of Election, an ancient ceremony of public acceptance for those women and men journeying toward full initiation in the Catholic Church, will be celebrated at 3 p.m. Feb. 18 in St. Robert Bellarmine Co-Cathedral, Freehold, with Bishop David M. O’Connell, C.M., presiding.
Catholic men's conference Feb. 24 to highlight Divine Mercy
“The Age of Mercy” will be the theme of the 21st annual Catholic Men for Jesus Christ Conference, taking place Feb. 24 in St. Gregory the Great Church, Hamilton.
UPDATE: With signs, cheers, energy, Diocese's pilgrims give witness during March for Life
In previous years, participants in the annual March for Life showcased their tenacious commitment to the pro-life cause by steadfastly bracing wind, sleet and snow on behalf of the unborn. This year in Washington, D.C., temperatures in the high 40s helped marchers feel a little less frigid – but no …
March for Life: A conversation with Rep. Chris Smith
Following the March for Life Jan. 19, The Monitor spoke with Congressman Chris Smith, the long-time representative from New Jersey’s 4th Congressional District and member of St. Gregory the Great Parish, Hamilton Square.
Video shows Diocese faithful gathering for respect life events at local, national levels
Faithful from all corners of the Diocese were well represented at the events commemorating the 45th anniversary of the Roe v. Wade decision which legalized abortion. Click here to see a video that highlights the various events which included the March for Life in Washington, the Statehouse Rally in Trenton …
At conference, catechists reminded to have the heart of Jesus when carrying out their ministry
Practical suggestions, words of encouragement and ways to become reenergized in the ministry of catechesis were highlights presented during a formation day the diocesan Department of Catechesis hosted Feb. 3 in St. Robert Bellarmine Co-Cathedral, Freehold. The day, which was open to catechists, parish catechetical leaders and anyone using home …
Holy Land pilgrimage a sacred learning experience for priests of Diocese
There was a common sentiment among the 21 priests who recently returned from their pilgrimage to the Holy Land — they will never be able to read Scripture again without thinking about how they “walked where Jesus walked.” “To see where our Lord walked, lived his ministry, died and rose …
Update: At conference, catechists reminded that Jesus' work close at hand
Gathered for a roundtable discussion with more than 100 catechists, international formation-education consultant Sister Patricia McCormack relayed an important message – conveying their own devotion to Jesus is the most important gift they can give their students.“Books won’t do it if we are not authentic. While we may not have …
From the Diocese of Trenton: An important notice on liturgy and the flu
In response to questions spurred by the current flu outbreak, the Diocese has issued this advisory: With the guidance of the Bishop, it is the role of the pastor to judge whatever measures are needed to ensure the well-being of his parish community and to take every opportunity to remind …
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