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Diocese’s youth, adults jump into action to help others during COVID-19 pandemic
Chenxi Mark Boa has raised the bar on what it means to be an international student.
Amid restrictions, Church finds ways to walk with those who grieve
Coping with the death of a loved one is difficult under any circumstances for family members faced not only with grief but organizing a funeral, say diocesan clergy and funeral directors.
Bishop O’Connell a steady public presence during pandemic
Extending his outreach through both diocesan and secular media outlets, Bishop David M. O’Connell, C.M., let readers and listeners know his thoughts and prayers are ever with them, ...
Students, teachers quickly adapt to virtual way of learning
Though schools may have been forced to close doors at physical locations for the time being, Diocese of Trenton teachers, principals and students are continuing their studies through long-distance learning during the COVID-19 crisis.
Teachers offer advice on keeping students, parents on schedule
With long-distance learning a new reality for families with school-age students, two Catholic school teachers in the Diocese of Trenton give their advice on how to keep students – and parents – on track for a successful school year.
Quarantine a good time to get close to Lord, retreat leaders say
Though everyone across the globe has been instructed to keep a healthy distance away from one another during the COVID-19 pandemic, there is one who can still be kept very close at hand.
Emotional effects of social distancing far-reaching
What can we do to minimize the effects of social isolation when that seems to be the best hope of keeping people safe from COVID-19?
Current circumstances are not permanent, Bishop says on radio show
Bishop David M. O’Connell, C.M., has some advice for those feeling anxiety during these turbulent times.
Bishop's decree announces livestreaming and postponements for Holy Week liturgies
As Bishop of the Diocese of Trenton, I promulgate the following decree regarding the liturgies of Palm Sunday and Holy Week throughout the territorial Diocese of Trenton to assist the clergy and the faithful in the spiritual celebration of the Paschal Mysteries.
Teens called to be an inspired, active Church during DYC
Hundreds of youth attending the 2020 Diocesan Youth Conference spent a day of prayer and praise, fun and friendship, and spiritual growth and service with their counterparts from across the Diocese of Trenton. And through it all, they continued to hear a central, inspiring message.
‘Living Lent’ video series offers reflections from local priests
Ten priests of the Diocese are taking part in a new video series titled “Living Lent,” which will provide spiritual reflections.
Enter Into The Desert
When something as important as Lent is repeated every year, we all become very familiar with it.
In Lent, we watch and we pray; then we try again
It is clear from the beginning of this holy season of Lent that the Church wants us to focus in a special way on the passion of Christ as the path to Easter glory.
Lenten Guidelines: ‘We embrace the Cross’
During the days and weeks of penance that lie ahead – from Ash Wednesday, Feb. 26, until Holy Thursday, April 9, 2020 – the Catholic Church throughout the world commemorates the penitential season of Lent.
Keeping The Feast: Simple meals that feed the soul
With Lent just around the corner, my thoughts turn to creating meatless meals for family and friends.
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