Trenton Monitor

Trenton Monitor A monthly magazine of the Roman Catholic Diocese of Trenton, NJ. https://trentonmonitor.com/ This page is managed by The Monitor.

Our magazine covers the latest Catholic news and events in the counties of Burlington, Mercer, Monmouth and Ocean. We strive to provide our readers with local news from their parishes and schools, as well as information on the diocesan, state, national and international levels. The Monitor is published monthly and is delivered to subscribers by mail and/or electronically. The Diocese of Trenton en

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On the feast of the Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary, Pope Leo XIV returned to a Marian shrine that has held special ...
09/08/2026

On the feast of the Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary, Pope Leo XIV returned to a Marian shrine that has held special meaning throughout his life. He asked Our Lady of Good Counsel to guide the faithful toward “courageous and wise decisions” rooted in authentic conversion. Read more.

Top photo caption: Pope Leo XIV prays in front of a fresco of Our Lady of Good Counsel at the shrine named after the image in Genazzano, Italy, southeast of Rome, May 10, 2025. Pope Leo celebrated Mass in the Basilica Shrine of Our Lady of Good Counsel on the eve of the feast of […]

Bishop David M. O’Connell, C.M., will serve as principal celebrant and homilist for a Diocesan Mass of Remembrance at 7 ...
09/08/2026

Bishop David M. O’Connell, C.M., will serve as principal celebrant and homilist for a Diocesan Mass of Remembrance at 7 p.m. in St. Mary, Mother of God Church, Middletown. Read more.

Top photo caption: Pexels image By Mary Stadnyk Associate Editor Catholics from throughout the Diocese of Trenton will come together in prayer as the nation marks the 25th anniversary of the terrorist attacks on the United States on Sept. 11, 2001. A Diocesan Mass of Remembrance will be celebrated a...

The Diocese of Trenton mourns the death of Msgr. Michael J. Walsh, who served God’s people with devotion for 53 years. “...
09/07/2026

The Diocese of Trenton mourns the death of Msgr. Michael J. Walsh, who served God’s people with devotion for 53 years. “May he rest in the Lord’s peace,” Bishop David M. O’Connell, C.M., said. “He was a great priest.” Read more about Msgr. Walsh’s life and ministry.

In top photo, Msgr. Michael J. Walsh celebrates Mass in St. Catharine Church, Holmdel, where in retirement he had served as a weekend assistant. Monitor file photo By Mary Stadnyk | Associate Editor Msgr. Michael J. Walsh, a priest of the Diocese of Trenton for 53 years, died Sept. 7 in a local hosp...

Considering taking the next step from dating to engagement? Virtual coaching sessions offer couples an opportunity to di...
09/07/2026

Considering taking the next step from dating to engagement? Virtual coaching sessions offer couples an opportunity to discern their future together and explore the foundations of a healthy, faith-filled Catholic marriage. Learn more about the upcoming sessions and how to register.

By David Karas, Correspondent Top photo caption: Magnific image Couples considering making the transition from dating to engagement are invited to participate in a virtual coaching session to support their discernment as they take steps toward a healthy, faith-filled marriage. A series of standalone...

As the new school year begins, so does another exciting season of high school athletics. From returning champions to tea...
09/07/2026

As the new school year begins, so does another exciting season of high school athletics. From returning champions to teams eager to make their mark, here's a look at several Catholic high schools and the athletes fueling high hopes for the season ahead.
Christian Brothers Academy Donovan Catholic High School Holy Cross Prep Academy Notre Dame HS Red Bank Catholic High School Saint John Vianney High School, Holmdel, NJ St. Rose High School

By Rich Fisher, Contributing Editor Top photo: Senior captain Jack Frazier is back at scrum for the CBA rugby team after a stellar performance during CBA’s undefeated 2025 campaign. Photo by Larry Levanti/arrylevanti.zenfolio.com As the new school year gets underway, so too does high school athle...

ICYMI-As artificial intelligence reshapes the workplace, Catholics are called to protect the dignity of workers and beco...
09/07/2026

ICYMI-As artificial intelligence reshapes the workplace, Catholics are called to protect the dignity of workers and become “builders of communion.” This Labor Day, the Church urges that innovation serve the common good and benefit everyone — not just a few.

Top photo caption: Pexels image By Gina Christian, OSV News OSV News — This year’s Sept. 7 observance of Labor Day underscores Pope Leo XIV’s call to be “builders of communion” while safeguarding human dignity, as artificial intelligence “reshapes our economy and our work,” said Archbi...

ICYMI-"May our care for water be a sign of love for the Creator." Pope Leo XIV's September prayer intention highlights t...
09/07/2026

ICYMI-"May our care for water be a sign of love for the Creator." Pope Leo XIV's September prayer intention highlights the importance of protecting water, supporting those who lack access to clean drinking water, and embracing our responsibility as stewards of creation.

Photo caption: Pope Leo XIV is pictured praying his September 2026 prayer intention “for the care of water” as Christians celebrate the Season of Creation, which began Sept. 1, the World Day of Prayer for the Care of Creation. OSV News/Pope’s Worldwide Prayer Network By OSV News OSV News — P...

As artificial intelligence reshapes the workplace, Catholics are called to protect the dignity of workers and become “bu...
09/06/2026

As artificial intelligence reshapes the workplace, Catholics are called to protect the dignity of workers and become “builders of communion.” This Labor Day, the Church urges that innovation serve the common good and benefit everyone — not just a few.

Top photo caption: Pexels image By Gina Christian, OSV News OSV News — This year’s Sept. 7 observance of Labor Day underscores Pope Leo XIV’s call to be “builders of communion” while safeguarding human dignity, as artificial intelligence “reshapes our economy and our work,” said Archbi...

"There is something particularly poignant about celebrating the funeral of a priest in the church where he so often stoo...
09/06/2026

"There is something particularly poignant about celebrating the funeral of a priest in the church where he so often stood at this altar, preached the Gospel, celebrated the Eucharist, baptized children, witnessed marriages, heard confessions, anointed the sick and commended the dead to God."

By Mary Stadnyk, Associate Editor Top photo caption: View from the choir loft in St. Rose of Lima Church during the Sept. 4 Mass of Christian Burial for Father James A. Conover. Bishop David M. O’Connell, C.M., served as principal celebrant and homilist. Mike Ehrmann photo Nolan Higgins, manager o...

Ten years after her canonization, St. Teresa of Kolkata remains a powerful model of discipleship, mercy and unconditiona...
09/05/2026

Ten years after her canonization, St. Teresa of Kolkata remains a powerful model of discipleship, mercy and unconditional love. Her life reminds us to see and serve Christ in those whom society has forgotten.

Top photo caption: St. Teresa of Kolkata is seen in this undated photo. With her Sept. 4, 2016, canonization, the Church recommended St. Teresa as a model disciple of Christ and, more pointedly, as a model of one who received and shared God’s mercy. OSV News photo/courtesy MotherTeresaMovie.com B...

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