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Pope Leo XIV Accepted the Resignation of Archbishop Gregory Aymond of New Orleans; Succeeded by Coadjutor Archbishop James Checchio.

As we prepare to enter the holy season of Lent, the Diocese of Metuchen has released the official regulations for 2026 to help the faithful observe this time of prayer, penance, and reflection.

It is through your kindness that we can help the Black and Indian Mission Office assist shepherds in their care for the people the Lord has entrusted to them.

Barbara Stevens-Secretary, Secretariat of Education, Joseph Diskin-Superintendent of Schools and Sister Mary Louise Shulas-Director of Curriculum, share a message ahead of Catholic Schools Week.

We are humbled to share some incredible news regarding the generosity of our Diocese. On November 7, 2025, the Diocese of Metuchen sent a donation of $44,000.00 to Catholic Relief Services.

These funds were officially received by the Financial Department of the Patriarchate on October 30, 2025, and are already being used to sustain those in desperate need.

The Catholic Spirit released their December Issue with a special message from Diocesan Administrator, Very Rev. Jonathan S. Toborowsky.

Come pray a rosary for life in solidarity with those at the March for Life in Washington D.C. and across the country.

Fulfilling the role given to them by Canon Law, today the College of Consultors of the Diocese of Metuchen elected Very Rev. Jonathan S. Toborowsky to serve as Diocesan Administrator, until such time as Pope Leo XIV names a new Bishop of Metuchen.

The November Issue includes a special supplement dedicated to Bishop Checchio.

If your household is experiencing a gap in nutrition assistance following the reduction in SNAP benefits, Catholic Charities, Diocese of Metuchen local food banks and pantries are ready to help.

EWTN is the Global Catholic Network, sharing the Gospel through apologetics, Catholic teaching, and uplifting programming for every age and stage of life.

This Novena for Mental Health is an opportunity for all the People of God to join together in prayer for women and men experiencing or impacted by mental health issues and for all those who accompany them. The Novena can be prayed at any time of year.

He sends his prayerful congratulations and best wishes.

Su Santidad el Papa Leon XIV nombro esta manana al obispo James F. Checchio, obispo de la Diocesis de Metuchen, coma arzobispo coadjutor de Nueva Orleans. Segun el Derecho Canonico de la Iglesia, un obispo coadjutor es designado para asistir al obispo diocesano hasta su retiro. Esto significa que el actual arzobispo de Nueva Orleans, Gregory M. Aymond, continuara al frente de la arquidiocesis hasta que el Santo Padre acepte su renuncia. En ese momenta, sera automaticamente sucedido por el arzobispo coadjutor designado, Checchio.

According to the Church's Canon Law, a "Coadjutor" bishop is appointed to assist the diocesan bishop until his retirement. This means that New Orleans Archbishop Gregory M. Aymond will continue to lead the Archdiocese of New Orleans, until such time that the Holy Father accepts his resignation. When that happens, he will then be automatically succeeded by Archbishop-designate Checchio.

Bishop James F. Checchio has been appointed by Pope Leo XIV as a member of the Vatican’s Dicastery for the Clergy.

With heavy hearts and profound sorrow, the New Jersey Catholic Conference extends our deepest condolences and prayers to all those affected by the tragic shooting that occurred today while students at Annunciation School in the Archdiocese of Saint Paul and Minneapolis gathered for the celebration of Mass for the opening of the new academic year

The Diocese of Metuchen is launching a new podcast entitled "No Half Saints” from the Office of Communications and Public Relations and the Office of Youth and Young Adult Ministry.

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