NJ Bishops to celebrate Mass for Life on October 8

Bishops from across New Jersey will celebrate the third annual Mass for Life on Thursday, October 8, at the Cathedral of St. Mary of the Assumption in Trenton. The liturgy, which begins at 9:30 a.m., serves as the spiritual opening for the New Jersey March for Life.

Bishop David M. O'Connell of the Diocese of Trenton will be the principal celebrant, and Auxiliary Bishop Pedro Bismarck Chau of the Archdiocese of Newark will deliver the homily. Bishops from the Dioceses of Camden, Metuchen, and Paterson will also attend. Numerous priests are expected to concelebrate the Mass, while representatives from the five dioceses will participate in the readings, choir, and presentation of the gifts.

The Diocese of Trenton will livestream the Mass on its YouTube channel. Following the service, participants will attend a Rally for Life at 11 a.m. at the NJ Statehouse Annex, featuring speakers including Catholic clergy and other faith leaders.