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The Diocese of Trenton will inaugurate the opening of the Sixteenth Ordinary Synod of Bishops on a local level Oct. 17 during a 3 p.m. Mass in St. Mary of the Assumption Cathedral, 151 N. Warren St., Trenton.

Last week I had the joy of baptizing two babies, Mackenzie and Jamison (they are cousins) of parents that I had the blessing of witnessing their weddings. With October being the month of Respect Life, it was beautiful to see these young families open to the gift of life. Congratulations to Nick & Kelly Mazza and Ryan and Holly Martin and their families.

Each year the Church in the United States celebrates October as Respect Life Month, and today (October 3), we celebrate Respect Life Sunday. This is a time we can use to deepen our understanding of why, as Catholics, we "Respect Life" and what that looks like day-to-day.

The Encounter Prophetic Boot Camp is a two-day event that provides the foundations for you to be equipped to hear God’s voice more clearly for yourself and the world around you through training and activation of the prophetic gifts of the Holy Spirit in your life

Rejoice always, pray continually, give thanks in all circumstances; for this is God's will for you in Christ Jesus (1 Thessalonians 5:17). This is an amazing passage from Sacred Scripture to reflect upon, especially in these uncertain and trying times.

How can I ever repay the Lord for His goodness to me? (Ps.116:2) I am humbled and honored this weekend as our parish community celebrates my Silver Jubilee of Ordination to the Priesthood of Jesus Christ

Next Sunday evening, September 19, a new season of LIFE TEEN begins at the 5:00 p.m. Life Teen Mass. The Mass will be followed by the big KICK OFF – LIFE TEEN BOOT CAMP, an exciting time of fun, food, fellowship, and prayer with our teens.

We Remember 9/11/01. The Parish Community of Saint Mary, Mother of God Church will hold a special Memorial Mass to commemorate the 20th Anniversary of September 11, 2001 this Saturday, The names of our parishioners, Middletown residents and friends who died in the attack on our country will be read and remembered during this sacred liturgy.

As Bishop, I invite and encourage the clergy, religious and faithful of the Diocese of Trenton to join me in sending the support of our prayers and contributions to earthquake relief efforts in Haiti through: Catholic Relief Services

The first name of this solemnity was the Feast of Mary, Mother of God. Later, its name in the East carried over, the Dormition (or Falling Asleep) of Mary. In the West, it became known as the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary.

The Music Ministry of St. Mary’s Church invites all of the members of our Parish and the community of the Jersey Shore to join our glorious Adult’s Choir starting this Fall.

Saint Augustine said: “He who sings, prays twice.” The holy Bishop of Hippo meant that singing adds to our praise and worship of God—that our voices are gifts, with which we can make music to the Lord.

Pope Francis has institute a Church-wide celebration of a World Day for Grandparents and the Elderly. Starting this year on July 25th, close to the liturgical memorial of Saints Joachim and Anne, the grandparents of Jesus.

Pope Francis has instituted a Church-wide celebration of a World Day for Grandparents and the Elderly. Starting this year on the fourth Sunday of July, close to the liturgical memorial of Saints Joachim and Anne, the grandparents of Jesus.

As Bishop of the Diocese of Trenton, I encourage all our Catholic clergy, religious and lay faithful to sign a petition to protect congressional legislative provisions in support of life: http://www.NoTaxpayerAbortion.com by July 16.

This entire past week people everywhere are still talking about the Saint Mary’s Great Fair. To say that the 77th Saint Mary’s Great Fair broke all records is an understatement. The Super 50/50 totaled $162,055.00 smashing the largest in history by forty or fifty thousand dollars.

Since the conclusion of the Spring Plenary Assembly of the U.S. bishops last week, there has been much attention on the vote taken to draft a document on the Eucharist. The question of whether or not to deny any individual or groups Holy Communion was not on the ballot.

Because of early bulletin deadlines, I usually write my pastor’s notes on Tuesday mornings for the following weekend bulletin. So, as I write these “pastor’s notes,” last night was the first night of the return of the Saint Mary Great Fair. It was an amazing night! Thousands of people with smiling faces.

This is a very exciting week at Saint Mary’s! After not being able to gather because of the pandemic last year, every one is looking forward to the Saint Mary Great Fair. The enthusiasm and expectations are high! We anticipate thousands of people will be coming to our campus to enjoy the rides, food, fun, and fellowship

An afternoon of discussion and camaraderie with the Diocese’s shepherd and priests will take place June 29 for those discerning a call to the priesthood.