• In June, Bishop issued the decree establishing The Catholic Community of Christ our Light through the merger of St. Peter Celestine and Queen of Heaven parishes in Cherry Hill, effective July 29.
• In July, Bishop issued the decree establishing the parish of Our Lady of Peace through the merger of Saint Mary, Williamstown and St. John Neumann, Sicklerville, effective August 5, 2009.
• Last month, Bishop Joseph Galante issued the decree establishing Divine Mercy parish through the merger of Saint Francis of Assisi and Immaculate Heart of Mary, both in Vineland, effective October 21, 2009.