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Press Releases

7/30/2010 -  Diocese of Trenton prepares for ordination of Coadjutor Bishop-elect David M. O'Connell
7/21/2010 -  Access Coverage of Ordination Mass of Bishop-elect David M. O'Connell
7/15/2010 -  BISHOPS WELCOME UPDATE OF VATICAN NORMS ON SEXUAL ABUSE
6/4/2010 -  Pope Benedict XVI names CUA president as Coadjutor Bishop of Diocese of Trenton
6/1/2010 -  Bishop Smith to ordain five men to the priesthood
5/8/2010 -  Diocese to honor firefighters, first responders at annual Mass
5/8/2010 -  Bishop to ordain 14 men to permanent diaconate
4/24/2010 -  Real-life 'Extraordinary Measures' dad to be featured speaker at Diocese of Trenton's first film festival
4/13/2010 -  Diocese to honor law enforcement personnel in annual Blue Mass and Luncheon
4/1/2010 -  An Easter message from Bishop John M. Smith
3/26/2010 -  Diocese's Catholics enter Holy Week, prepare for Great Solemnity of Easter
2/10/2010 -  Recent blizzard prompts 'encore presentation' of Bishop's Annual Appeal launch
1/27/2010 -  Catholic Schools Week theme - 'Dividends for Life' - highlighted in special activities, programs across diocese
1/15/2010 -  Diocese reaches out to earthquake victims
1/11/2010 -  U.S. Bishops Call on Parishes to help stop abortion funding in health care reform
1/11/2010 -  Two diocesan priests receive papal honors with titles of monsignor
1/1/2010 -  Diocese continues MLK tradition with annual Day of Service
12/22/2009 -  Hundreds of thousands around diocese to gather in celebration of God's most generous gift
12/15/2009 -  Parishes Announce Christmas Schedules
11/30/2009 -  Parishes to Conduct Annual 'Share in the Care' Collection for Elderly Nuns, Brothers, Priests in Religious Orders
11/25/2009 -  Local parishes invite all to Christmas carol festivals
11/23/2009 -  Response to statements by Jennifer Franz and others regarding Father Ronald Becker
11/17/2009 -  Bayshore cluster parishes reach consensus on need for greater collaboration
11/2/2009 -  Updated directory presents breadth of diocese's family life outreach
11/2/2009 -  Bishops' Conference Blankets Parishes with Inserts Against Expansion of Abortion Through Health Care Reform
10/2/2009 -  Catholic community mourns the loss of St. John Vianney High School sophomore
9/30/2009 -  U.S. Bishops raise concerns over health care, the protection of Life, immigrants and affordability in letter to Senate
9/3/2009 -  Bishop Murphy Reflects on Economic Challenges and Dignity of Work in U.S. Bishop's Labor Day Statement
8/13/2009 -  Led By the Spirit' Diocese launches new pastoral plan on feast day of patroness
7/15/2009 -  Statement of the Diocese of Trenton regarding an allegation of child sexual abuse against Holy Ghost Father O'Donoghue
6/28/2009 -  Gala diocesan concert to close Year of St. Paul
6/9/2009 -  A diocesan statement regarding allegations of abuse involving Father Richard Milewski
5/19/2009 -  Four seminarians ordained transitional deacons
5/18/2009 -  Bishop ordains 13 men to permanent diaconate
5/16/2009 -  Pope John XXIII Regional School, Ocean, to close doors
5/6/2009 -  Bishop to ordain 13 men to permanent diaconate
4/8/2009 -  Diocese launches new video sharing site...dottube.org
4/8/2009 -  Young man whose actions led to death of a friend is focus of this week's RFTV episode
4/2/2009 -  Parishes announce Holy Week and Easter schedule
4/2/2009 -  Holy Week observances to prepare diocesan Catholic community for Great Solemnity of Easter
3/11/2009 -  Prison Ministry Forum to focus on Re-Entry
3/9/2009 -  Bishop, Catholics of diocese to celebrate 50th anniversary of St. Mary Cathedral in Trenton
2/25/2009 -  Catholics in diocese urged to embrace penitential spirit, reach out to others this Lent
2/7/2009 -  Prayer service, blessing of healthcare workers set for World Day of the Sick
2/6/2009 -  Diocese marks Black History Month with focus on Catholic civil rights legend
2/5/2009 -  Bishop reaffirms decision to close school
2/3/2009 -  Catholic couples throughout the Diocese of Trenton to celebrate gifts of marriage
1/24/2009 -  Enrollment trends, rising costs force the closing of three Bayshore area schools
1/22/2009 -  Service is focus as Diocese of Trenton celebrates Catholic Schools Week
1/22/2009 -  Catholic Schools Week Round-Up 2009
1/15/2009 -  The Monitor announces free help wanted advertising
1/14/2009 -  Diocese continues MLK tradition with annual Day of Service
12/31/2008 -  A statement by Bishop John M. Smith on the status of Father Brian T. Butch, pastor of Holy Innocents Parish, Neptune
12/17/2008 -  Final Mass to mark new chapter for parish community
12/11/2008 -  Bishop Smith to commission 11 women, one man for service as lay ecclesial ministers in Church
11/26/2008 -  Catholics called to support Retirement Fund for Religious
11/9/2008 -  Long Branch parishes to merge in first decision of Monmouth Central Deanery study
11/4/2008 -  Catholic school students 'make a difference' for area needy
10/23/2008 -  Diocese plans Annulment Information Evenings
10/17/2008 -  Listening is focus of annual Pastoral Care Week
10/2/2008 -  Study begins on Catholic schools in Bayshore area
9/19/2008 -  Realfaith TV begins ninth season with topics on voting, forgiveness, going green and driving
9/12/2008 -  Statement from Bishop John M. Smith on the death of Rev. Monsignor Leonard R. Toomey
9/4/2008 -  Faithful citizenship begins with understanding Church teaching
9/3/2008 -  Statement of Bishop John M. Smith on fatal car accident involving Cistercian Father Teclezghi Ucbaghiorghis
8/29/2008 -  Bishop Smith receives recommendations for parish restructuring in Monmouth Central Deanery
8/28/2008 -  Monmouth Central Deanery Study Team Recommendations
8/19/2008 -  Diocese invites parents to program on technology safety
8/4/2008 -  A response from Bishop John M. Smith to the article on 'Faithful Citizenship' appearing in The Times
7/23/2008 -  Musical performance to benefit Ugandan orphanage project
6/10/2008 -  Foundation for Student Achievement - Grant Recipients Spring 2008
6/10/2008 -  New educational foundation awards $15K to Catholic schools across four counties
5/16/2008 -  Two men to be ordained priests in Diocese of Trenton
4/15/2008 -  Conference to explore needs of patients at end of life
4/14/2008 -  Diocese's ninth annual Blue Mass dedicated to law enforcement personnel now serving in military
4/10/2008 -  Retired chief still watching out for law enforcement through Diocese of Trenton's annual Blue Mass
4/1/2008 -  Knights to spearhead second Run for Vocations
3/15/2008 -  Hundreds of thousands across four counties to prepare for Christ's Passion, Death and Resurrection
3/14/2008 -  Parishes announce Holy Week and Easter schedules
1/28/2008 -  'Sisters of Selma' screening to include panel discussion with nun featured in film
1/25/2008 -  Special programs to showcase value of diocese’s schools during national observance of Catholic Schools Week
1/24/2008 -  Catholic Schools Week Round-Up 2008
1/14/2008 -  Diocese continues MLK tradition with second annual Day of Service
1/3/2008 -  'From Many, One Family of God,' Heralds National Migration Week, January 6-12
12/18/2007 -  Christmas season in diocese to feature rich liturgies, festive music and diverse cultural traditions
12/18/2007 -  Christmas Schedule 2007
12/12/2007 -  Statement of Bishop John M. Smith on the Signing by Gov. Jon Corzine of the Bill Repealing the Death Penalty in New Jersey
12/5/2007 -  Nineteen candidates to be commissioned
12/4/2007 -  Statement on the guilty plea of Joseph R. Lemme, former principal of Holy Cross High School, Delran, to theft charges in Superior Court Dec. 3, 2007
11/30/2007 -  Statement from the Diocese of Trenton on the Arrest of Bartholomew McInerney
11/26/2007 -  Catholic Bishops of New Jersey Call for the Abolishment of the Death Penalty
11/7/2007 -  Statement of the Diocese of Trenton on the Stem Cell Vote
10/31/2007 -  Multi-media campaign aims to inform Catholic voters, general public on stem cell bond issue
9/29/2007 -  Statement regarding Father Terence O. McAlinden
9/22/2007 -  Bishop Smith announces parish restructuring, other initiatives following Northern Burlington Deanery Study
9/11/2007 -  St. Peter Claver, Our Lady of Providence and Holy Spirit Parishes begin clustering plan
8/17/2007 -  New director, enhanced academics and sports refocus usher in new year for TCA’s Upper School
8/7/2007 -  Diocese of Trenton, Positive Coaching Alliance will partner to build character in young athletes
8/6/2007 -  Realfaith TV’s ‘Companioning a Pregnant Teen’ captures national acclaim with 2007 Gabriel Award
7/26/2007 -  Vision of late Bishop is seed of ongoing support for religious, civic agencies in Burlington, Mercer, Monmouth and Ocean Counties
7/24/2007 -  What Have You Done For Your Marriage Today, Asks the Catholic Church
7/2/2007 -  Diocese of Trenton Names Guida Principal at Holy Cross High School
6/25/2007 -  Bishop Smith to mark 10 years of episcopacy by honoring ‘partners in the mission’ for service and dedication
6/25/2007 -  Nostrum Ecclesiam Tempus Awards List
6/19/2007 -  Diocese of Trenton marked the retirement of its chancellor and appointment of its new chancellor
6/13/2007 -  Bishop names new pastoral team to administer three Catholic parishes in Long Branch
6/5/2007 -  Bishop Smith, Justice Alito will be first to congratulate Rep. Smith at Red Mass and Dinner
5/23/2007 -  Parishioner feedback collected as parish study nears completion in northern Burlington County
5/14/2007 -  Bishop ordains 11 new permanent deacons
5/3/2007 -  Program to present options for couples struggling to conceive
4/27/2007 -  Statewide Catholic conference to draw young adults into exploration of their shared faith
4/17/2007 -  Prison ministry forum to examine juvenile justice concerns
4/6/2007 -  Acclaimed author to present parenting workshop on raising children who will make a difference
4/5/2007 -  Diocese to sponsor concert celebrating young musicians
3/30/2007 -  Holy Week observances to prepare diocesan Catholic community for Great Solemnity of Easter
3/29/2007 -  Holy Week and Easter Masses and Special Events 2007
3/27/2007 -  Diocese to present Congressman Chris Smith with St. Thomas More Award at annual Red Mass
3/16/2007 -  Knight seeks support in run for vocations
3/14/2007 -  Bishop Smith to lead diocesan community in annual Mass, prayerful witness for human life
3/13/2007 -  2007 Respect Life Poster, Essay and Video Contest
3/5/2007 -  Parishes Lenten events offer opportunities for prayer, penance and Reconciliation
3/1/2007 -  Diocesan Catechetical Conference to Focus on 'Signs of the Times'
3/1/2007 -  Diocese to host ‘Celebration of Law Enforcement’
2/21/2007 -  Diocese plans annulment information evenings
2/6/2007 -  Bishop shares ‘words to live by’ with teens of ‘Realfaith TV’ in spring season opener
2/1/2007 -  Structural failure of Our Lady of Providence Church prompts permanent closure, demolition plans
1/31/2007 -  Bishop to conclude Catholic Schools Week with Mass at Pope John Paul II Regional School
1/25/2007 -  Good news is theme of Catholic Schools Week 2007
1/24/2007 -  Catholic Schools Week Round-up 2007
1/3/2007 -  Diocese to sponsor first Martin Luther King Service Day; volunteers and donations needed
1/2/2007 -  Noted theologian to explain Bible’s ‘big picture’
12/13/2006 -  Artistic images of Virgin Mary to be examined in documentary broadcast on New Jersey Network
11/30/2006 -  Fourteen candidates to be commissioned for professional lay ministry in Diocese of Trenton
11/27/2006 -  Holy Cross principal placed on administrative leave as diocese expands audit of school's finances
10/24/2006 -  Safety concerns prompt immediate closing of Neptune church; Masses relocated
10/23/2006 -  Legislators to learn about, respond to issues during Diocese of Trenton’s Legislative Dialogue Evening
10/19/2006 -  Diocese plans special meetings to debunk myths, provide facts about annulment process
10/5/2006 -  Healthcare Professionals' Gathering to honor those who continue Christ's healing ministry
9/28/2006 -  Diocese to honor dedicated volunteers, advocates for life at third annual Appreciation Day
9/22/2006 -  Locally produced teen talk show begins seventh season; episodes broadcast in five states
9/15/2006 -  Divine Mercy Parish launches Hispanic ministry with first Spanish-language Mass, Sept. 17
9/13/2006 -  Bishop John M. Smith celebrates opening Mass for newly formed Pope John XXIII Regional School
9/7/2006 -  Bishop to celebrate Mass to commemorate five-year anniversary of Sept. 11 terrorist attacks
8/29/2006 -  Mother Teresa Regional School to open doors Sept. 5 -- feast day of patroness
8/21/2006 -  Diocese to pray for gift of labor and rights of workers in special Labor Day observance
7/17/2006 -  New Hispanic ministry announced for Divine Mercy Parish
7/12/2006 -  Trenton Catholic Academy hosts national character education program for area youths
7/7/2006 -  Father of Murder Victim to Discuss NJ Death Penalty at Church
6/29/2006 -  Justice Alito accepts diocese’s St. Thomas More award, points to example of patron saint
6/13/2006 -  Diocese of Trenton to honor Justice Samuel A. Alito
6/1/2006 -  Church leaders, ministers find ‘teachable moment’ in controversial film ‘Da Vinci Code’
6/1/2006 -  Heritage Mass to celebrate Diocese’s diversity
5/22/2006 -  Three men ordained priests in Diocese of Trenton
5/9/2006 -  Low enrollment forces closure of Holy Trinity School
4/19/2006 -  Greater Princeton Youth Orchestra concert to benefit Ugandan youths orphaned by AIDS
4/12/2006 -  Diocesan forum to explore criminal justice issues
4/11/2006 -  Parishes across Diocese announce schedules for Easter Masses and special services
3/30/2006 -  New name, new format for St. Mary School, Ocean
3/23/2006 -  New principal named for Pope John Paul II Regional School
3/23/2006 -  New principal named for Mother Teresa Regional School
3/21/2006 -  Diocese to present: ‘Ready to Dust Off Your Bible?
3/17/2006 -  People of Trenton Diocese contribute $150,000 to missionaries who work with poor in Jamaica, Africa
3/14/2006 -  Diocese to answer questions on annulments
3/1/2006 -  Upcoming Events for Parents Will Showcase Developments for John Paul II Regional School
3/1/2006 -  Upcoming Events for Parents Will Showcase Developments for Mother Teresa Regional School
2/8/2006 -  Diocese’s year-long anniversary celebration to feature performance of reggae, calypso musical Jesus 2000
1/18/2006 -  Statement of Bishop John M. Smith on Diocese’s Strategic Action Plan Initiatives for Catholic schools in Burlington and Monmouth Counties
1/18/2006 -  Presentation on the Diocese of Trenton’s "Commitment to Excellence" Initiatives
1/18/2006 -  Diocese’s two new regional schools to be named in honor of the late Pope John Paul II, Mother Teresa of Calcutta
11/17/2005 -  Strategic plan recommendations call for regionalization, some expansion in Burlington County Catholic schools
11/15/2005 -  Strategic plan recommendations call for restructuring, enhancement in Monmouth County Catholic schools
11/4/2005 -  Local teens take part in nationally acclaimed talk show; newest season now underway
10/4/2005 -  Catholics of Diocese donate more than $1.2 million
10/4/2005 -  Diocesan Parish Life Office to host program supporting parish pastoral councils
9/28/2005 -  Bishop announces plan for city’s Hispanic ministry
9/28/2005 -  Diocese launches 125th anniversary observance with renewed focus on Catholic social teaching
9/15/2005 -  Diocese opening eight Faith Enrichment Centers
9/15/2005 -  Diocesan Faith Enrichment Centers -- Grand Opening Schedule...2005
9/1/2005 -  Bishop Smith calls for collection in all parishes to aid area stricken by Hurricane Katrina
8/23/2005 -  Local pilgrims share experience of World Youth Day
8/23/2005 -  Local pilgrims share experience of World Youth Day
4/25/2005 -  Catholic Relief Services, Trenton Hosts Global Solidarity Partnership Information Reception on the issues of HIV AIDS and Orphans in Uganda with Most Rev. John M. Smith, Bishop, Diocese of Trenton
4/4/2005 -  Memorial Mass for Pope John Paul II and Statement from Bishop John M. Smith
4/4/2005 -  Memorial Mass for Pope John Paul II
3/5/2005 -  Diocese of Trenton Announces the Restructuring of Trenton Area Parishes: Follows a year-long study
2/1/2005 -  Office of Catholic Schools announces the formation of Trenton Catholic Academy and new initiative called Advocates for Student Achievement
1/31/2005 -  Statements on Trenton Catholic Academy and Advocates for Student Achievement
1/27/2005 -  Diocese of Trenton Celebrates Catholic Schools Week
1/19/2005 -  Diocese of Trenton Found in Full Compliance with Bishops' Charter Following Audit
1/7/2005 -  Diocese of Trenton Announces Strategic Planning for Catholic Schools
12/9/2004 -  Office of Catholic Schools Announces Plan to Restructure CUSP Schools
12/6/2004 -  Lay Ecclesial Ministers to be Commissioned by the Most Reverend John M. Smith
11/29/2004 -  Most Reverend John M. Smith, Bishop of Trenton, to ordain Michael Wallack to the priesthood
11/17/2004 -  Trenton Ward Study Process Finalizes Work of Study Groups and Prepares for Recommendations for Bishop
11/17/2004 -  Diocese of Trenton Announces Implementation of the General Instruction of the Roman Missal
10/25/2004 -  Trenton Ward Study Process Holds Final Meeting
10/19/2004 -  Diocese of Trenton to host five delegates from the Diocese of Kasana-Luweero, Uganda
10/13/2004 -  New Jerseyans "Witness for Life" at Faithful Citizenship March to Statehouse
10/13/2004 -  Diocese of Trenton to Hold 1st Annual Catholic Health Care Professionals Day
10/8/2004 -  Diocese of Trenton Announces Nearly 1,000 New Voters Registered Through Parish Voter Registration Drives
9/13/2004 -  Diocese of Trenton to hold open forum on Liberia and Democracy featuring Assemblyman Bill Baroni
9/9/2004 -  Diocesan Ward Study Program Continues: Pastors and parishioners working together to formulate recommendations on city parishes
9/1/2004 -  The Most Reverend John M. Smith, Bishop of Trenton, to travel to Rome for Ad Limina visit
8/16/2004 -  Diocese of Trenton Announces Formation of Board of Trustees for Holy Cross High School
8/12/2004 -  Statement from the Most Reverend John M. Smith, Bishop of Trenton, Regarding the Appointment of the Most Reverend Edward Kmiec as Bishop of Buffalo
7/14/2004 -  The Most Reverend John M. Smith, Bishop of Trenton, to travel to Uganda for Global Solidarity Partnership Program with Diocese of Kasana-Luweero
7/7/2004 -  Diocese of Trenton to take part in 26th Annual Anchor House Ride for Runaways
5/17/2004 -  Diocesan and Holy Cross High School Administrators Meet with Candidates for Board of Trustees
5/7/2004 -  Most Rev. John M. Smith, Bishop of Trenton, will ordain four men to the priesthood
4/30/2004 -  Most Rev. John M. Smith, Bishop of Trenton, to Ordain Twenty Men as Permanent Deacons to Diocese
4/28/2004 -  Most Reverend John M. Smith, Bishop of Trenton, to ordain 5 transitional deacons
3/1/2004 -  St. Casimir School to Close in June
2/27/2004 -  Trenton Diocese Announces Results of Sexual Abuse Survey
2/24/2004 -  Catholic Bishops of NJ opposed to new grant for stem cell research
2/3/2004 -  Diocese of Trenton newspaper, The Monitor, to celebrate 50th anniversary
1/16/2004 -  Diocese of Trenton Celebrates Catholic Schools Week
1/6/2004 -  Trenton Diocese in Compliance with New Charter
1/5/2004 -  Statement of the Catholic Bishops of New Jersey on Human Stem Cell Research
10/9/2003 -  MOST REVEREND JOHN M. SMITH, BISHOP OF TRENTON, TO ATTEND PILGRIMAGE TO ROME
10/18/2002 -  Vatican shows solidarity with U.S. bishops
4/10/2002 -  Diocese of Trenton Sexual Abuse Policy
 -  Access Coverage of Ordination Mass of Bishop-elect
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