Chancery Hours

April 2, 2026

THE CHANCERY OFFICES IN LAWRENCEVILLE will be closed Thursday, April 2, through Easter Monday, April 6. Normal operations will resume on Tuesday, April 7.

Annual Chrism Mass to unite Catholics of Diocese

March 30, 2026

Celebrated each year during Holy Week in Catholic churches around the globe, the Diocese’s local Chrism Mass will take place beginning at 7:30 p.m. in St. Robert Bellarmine Co-Cathedral, 61 Georgia Rd., Freehold.

Chrism Mass

March 30, 2026

During the Mass, Bishop O’Connell will consecrate the Sacred Chrism and bless the Oil of the Sick and Oil of the Catechumens – sacred oils used in parishes throughout the coming year for the conferral of Sacraments of Baptism, Confirmation, Holy Orders and Anointing of the Sick.

Full-time Associate Director for Development

March 25, 2026

Assist in the management and oversight of appeals; production, response handling, and acknowledgement (including Lasallian Notes newsletter and other District Development Communications). Specific responsibility for implementation of new procedures and initiatives to increase donor response rates and retention levels. Regularly update acknowledgement letter. (2-3 times per year) Coordinate new donor activities and events.

Assistant Superintendent - Curriculum and Instruction

March 24, 2026

The Diocese of Trenton is seeking an Assistant Superintendent of Curriculum and Instruction for the Department of Catholic Schools, a dynamic, diverse Catholic team dedicated to educating young women and men to realize their full potential through a program where Gospel values are lived in our schools and a commitment to student success is critical.

NJ Catholic Mental Health Conference · Lois Rogers Memorial Mass

March 24, 2026

THE NEW JERSEY CATHOLIC CONFERENCE, in partnership with the New Jersey Catholic Dioceses, Catholic Charities agencies and Catholic Healthcare Partnership of New Jersey, will host a one-day mental health conference May 2 from 8:30 a.m.-3:15 p.m. in St. John Neumann Pastoral Center, 146 Metlars Lane, Piscataway.

St. Joseph’s Day Greeting from Bishop O’Connell

March 18, 2026

In observance of the Solemnity of St. Joseph, Spouse of the Blessed Virgin Mary, Bishop David M. O’Connell, C.M., shares a warm greeting with the faithful of the Diocese of Trenton. Celebrated each year on March 19, this feast honors St. Joseph, the faithful guardian of the Holy Family and patron of the universal Church

Annual Blue Mass April 7

March 17, 2026

People of all faiths throughout Central New Jersey are invited to pray for law enforcement personnel during the 24th annual Blue Mass April 7 in St. Robert Bellarmine Co-Cathedral, 61 Georgia Rd., Freehold, beginning at 10:30 a.m.

Full-Time Parish Maintenance/Custodian Position

March 17, 2026

St. Mary of the Lakes Catholic Church - Medford, seeking to fill a Full-Time Parish Maintenance/Custodian Position. The qualified candidate will be responsible for specific daily cleaning duties, knowledge of building systems, opening/locking buildings, and general security. Ensure that the facilities are fully operational, safe, clean, and neat. Set up and break down for ministry and social activities. Perform ongoing repairs for the buildings such as light electrical, light plumbing and painting. Ability to safely use common power and hand tools to do simple repairs (doors/windows/gutters).

Director of Faith Formation

March 17, 2026

St. Benedict Catholic Church and School is seeking a full-time Director of Faith Formation to serve the parish community. Under the leadership of the Pastor, the Director will assess and strategically plan the faith formational needs of the parish.

St. Patrick’s Day Greeting from Bishop O’Connell

March 16, 2026

In observance of the Memorial of Saint Patrick, Bishop David M. O’Connell, C.M., shares a warm St. Patrick’s Day greeting with the faithful of the Diocese of Trenton. Marked each year on March 17, the feast honors Saint Patrick, bishop and the patron saint of Ireland.

Diocesan seminars postponed · CUA donations acknowledged · Stations of the Cross for married couples

March 13, 2026

“LIVING AND DYING WELL: Facing the Pastoral & Practical Challenges at Times of Severe Illness and End-of-Life,” a seminar offered by the Diocese’s Respect Life Ministry has been postponed until a later date. Additional information will be shared as it becomes available.

CRS annual collection · Mt. Carmel Guild Founders’ Day Mass · New issue of The Monitor magazine

March 11, 2026

THE U.S. BISHOPS’ ANNUAL CATHOLIC RELIEF SERVICES COLLECTION, which helps some of the poorest and most vulnerable people in need in the United States and worldwide, will be taken in most U.S. dioceses at Masses the weekend of March 14-15.

Catholic, nonpublic school advocates urge support for increased security funding

February 23, 2026

by By David Karas, Trenton Monitor correspondent

In response to this issue, the New Jersey Catholic Conference has posted an Action Alert, offering an online option to contact New Jersey Governor Mikie Sherrill to express support for increasing funding for nonpublic school security from $205 to $260 per pupil in the state’s next budget, which takes effect July 1.

Catholic, nonpublic school advocates urge support for increased security funding

February 23, 2026

by By David Karas, Correspondent

As public institutions receive additional funding to bolster security in their facilities, Catholic school leaders and advocated in the Diocese of Trenton and across the state are urging support for a proposed increase in state funding that would facilitate similar measures in nonpublic schools.

Chancery building closed

February 23, 2026

The Chancery building in Lawrenceville will be closed Monday, Feb. 23, due to inclement weather. The Chancery staff will work remotely and can be reached via email. Stay warm and safe!

Message from Bishop O’Connell regarding Rite of Election

February 21, 2026

BISHOP DAVID M. O’CONNELL, C.M., HAS CANCELED THE RITE OF ELECTION scheduled for Sunday, February 22 at 3:00 p.m., due to the timing of the snowfall and concern for safety. Bishop O’Connell has delegated the Rite of Election to pastors. As many parishes had already scheduled a Rite of Sending for Sunday morning, replacement with the Rite of Election, or with the combined Rite of Election and Call to Continuing Conversion, is recommended.

Part-Time Coordinator of Sacred Music and Worship

February 18, 2026

The Coordinator of Sacred Music & Worship is responsible for assisting the Pastor in preparing for and overseeing the liturgical life and accompanying music for the Church of St. Isaac Jogues in Marlton, New Jersey. They are responsible for assisting the Pastor in building a comprehensive program of music ministry that supports the Parish’s Catholic heritage and helps the parishioners sing, pray, and worship more fully and actively.

Pope Leo XIV: ‘Let us ask for the grace of a Lent that …’

February 18, 2026

“Let us ask for the grace of a Lent that leads us to greater attentiveness to God and to the least among us. Let us ask for the strength that comes from the type of fasting that also extends to our use of language, so that hurtful words may diminish and give way to a greater space for the voice of others. Let us strive to make our communities places where the cry of those who suffer finds welcome, and listening opens paths towards liberation, making us ready and eager to contribute to building a civilization of love (Pope Leo XIV, Message for Lent 2026).”

Don’t let Lent pass you by · Guidelines for the Lenten Penitential season

February 17, 2026

The season that begins on Ash Wednesday, once marked by an unmistakably sober tone, has gradually taken on a more inviting character. The Church has never abandoned the penitential heart of Lent, but she now often expresses it in ways that accent the more life-giving and transformative rather than simply things burdensome. Sacrifice remains important – but it is no longer meant to stand alone.