On November 19, 1981, His Holiness John Paul II established the Roman Catholic Diocese of Metuchen. The diocese is comprised of a Catholic population of 650,000 and encompasses Middlesex, Hunterdon, Somerset and Warren counties, which span through the upper central and western parts of New Jersey. This Bishop’s seat is the Cathedral of St. Francis of Assisi in Metuchen, NJ. OUR MISSION is to evangelize all people, at all times, and in all places. We are to proclaim the MESSAGE of Jesus; to teach His TRUTH; to extend His LOVE to people of all ages.
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Piscataway, New Jersey 08854, US
Bishop Checchio had the privilege of celebrating the Indian Multicultural Mass with Indian and Sri Lankan Organizations of NJ and Bangladeshi and Pakistani Catholics at Our Lady of Peace in North Brunswick. After mass he joined the parishioners at a special reception. 📸: Hal Brown/ The Catholic Spirit - NJ
Some scenes with Bishop Checchio and priests of the Diocese at Evening Prayer and a Mass for Anniversaries during the annual diocesan Priest Convocation held Oct. 15-17 in St. Catharine Parish, Spring Lake. Fr. Luke Ballman of the Archdiocese of Atlanta, presented at the annual dinner honoring priests celebrating significant anniversaries. The convocation is a time for prayer, pastoral development and to be in community with the Bishop and fellow priests. 📸: Michael Ehrmann, The Catholic Spirit - NJ
See what our high schools have to offer your family at https://lnkd.in/eeFZa_E6 Follow to the schools’ websites for information on admissions and scholarship testing. Registration deadlines are in early November. Immaculata High School – Somerville https://lnkd.in/eDSwx8gV St. Thomas Aquinas High School – Edison www.stahs.net Mount Saint Mary Academy – Watchung www.mountsaintmary.org Saint Joseph High School – Metuchen www.stjoes.org
Please join us in welcoming & congratulating Reverend Pawel Michalowski, until recently a member of the Salesians of Don Bosco religious community. Bishop Checchio recently approved Fr. Pawel’s “incardination” from the Salesians into the Presbyterate of the Diocese of Metuchen. Since his arrival into our diocese he has served at Immaculate Conception, Somerville, and currently is at Blessed Sacrament, Martinsville.
Bishop Checchio recently made a visit to Rev. Charles F. Kelly, a retired priest of our diocese, who recently turned 94 years old. Father Charlie was ordained to the Priesthood in 1964 and served as Pastor of Christ the King Parish in Manville and St. Ambrose Parish in Old Bridge before retiring from active ministry in 2005. Please pray for all of our priests, those in active ministry and especially those retired. Congratulations, Father Charlie, as you celebrate your birthday and 60 years of ordination! Ad Multos Annos! (Latin for “To many more years!”) (Fr. Kelly is pictured with Bishop Checchio. On the left is Fr. Roy Quesea, Bishop’s Secretary and Vice-Chancellor) 📸: Office of the Bishop
On Friday, October 11th, at 7pm, Bishop James F. Checchio will celebrate the Hispanic Heritage Mass at the Cathedral of St. Francis of Assisi in Metuchen. All are invited to attend!
The Most Rev. James F. Checchio sends his greetings and prayers to the faithful of the Diocese of Metuchen on the occasion of the feast of St. Francis of Assisi, our secondary diocesan patron.
On Wednesday, October 30th, at 10:30 am Bishop James F. Checchio will celebrate the 22nd Annual Blue Mass at the Cathedral of St. Francis of Assisi in Metuchen. Gathered together with local, county, state, and federal law enforcement officials, we will honor and pray for those law enforcement officials of all faiths who live and work in the Diocese of Metuchen. All are welcome to attend. For more information and for agencies to RSVP, please visit https://lnkd.in/ePrKYNSG
Join Us in Supporting the Champions for Catholic Charities Appeal! We are thrilled to share a special video highlighting the incredible work being done through the Champions for Catholic Charities Appeal for the Diocese of Metuchen, specifically the Parish Social Ministry. Your support makes a world of difference to those in need, here in the four counties we serve. A heartfelt thank you to our amazing corporate sponsors for their unwavering support. Your generosity and commitment help us continue our mission of service and compassion. Thank You to Our Champions for Catholic Charities Corporate Sponsors! - Risk Strategies/Porter & Curtis - Norris McLaughlin, PA - Saint Peter’s Healthcare System Together, we can make a lasting impact. Visit our website to learn more and donate: https://lnkd.in/eAfRT5xK
Bishop Checchio was honored to attend the Hope Through Education’s, 2024 Hope Gala at Hamilton Farm Golf Club in Gladstone. Robert Unanue, President and CEO of Goya Foods, Inc. was the recipient of the 2024 Hope Award. Mr. Unanue created and launched Goya Cares, a global initiative dedicated to combating child trafficking and raising awareness of mental health issues among children and teens. This initiative supports nearly 300 charitable endeavors, programs, scholarships, and events that promote culture and benefit overall community wellness. The evening commenced with inspirational words from Most Reverend James Checchio, Bishop of Metuchen, and was filled with a garden cocktail reception, student performances and heartfelt testimonials. Hope Through Education is an independent 501(C)3 organization that provides disadvantaged children in central New Jersey with scholarships to attend academically excellent, values-based schools. For more information visit https://lnkd.in/eXwvrtVG 📸: Peach Photography