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Blessed Mother represents a beacon of hope for Christians throughout history

Turning to a pillar of strength when facing challenges and crises has been humanity’s tendency throughout history. Christians recognize the need to draw upon the wisdom and help of our Creator when facing insurmountable tasks, persecution, plague and disaster.

Mary’s titles are as countless as the stars

As the month of May unfolds, the centuries-old custom of ...


May Crowning: A Tradition and a Treasure

As the joy of the Easter Season and the beginning of spring usher in a time of renewal 

Hope Reborn

As Holy Week and Easter approach, we are reminded that Christ, by his Resurrection, makes all things new...

'With a heart broken,' Pope prays for peace in Ukraine

Pope Francis said his heart was "broken" by the war in Ukraine, and he pleaded again, "Silence the weapons!"

Diocesan family shows love and support for Ukrainian people

In the hours after Russia initiated an attack on Ukraine, ...

Episcopal prayers, solidarity shared with Ukrainian Catholics

In solidarity, we express our prayers and support to the victims of the odium and hostility that have fallen on Ukraine, including the families that have been separated

Lessons in Marriage

What makes for a healthy, successful marriage through good times and bad?

Resources abound for the marriage journey

Whether they are couples who are married,  engaged or dating, the Church is ...

The Good News about Catholic Marriage

Catholic marriage has a timeless beauty that rings true ...

Church to support, honor couples during World Marriage Day, National Marriage Week

The Diocese of Trenton will join the globe and the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops ...

YEAR IN REVIEW: A look back at 2021 in the Trenton Diocese

2021 proved to be a news-filled year in the Diocese of Trenton.

New year, new focus on parish life

New Year’s resolutions represent the most hopeful, determined and generous aspects of one’s character – the best part of oneself.

Pope launches synodal process to discern Holy Spirit’s call to the Church

Building on the guiding principles of his papacy, Pope Francis this year invited Catholics both...


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