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Jesus is always close by, Pope Leo tells young people

Every Catholic parish needs to show that Jesus, who promises a just, true and full life, is always near, Pope Leo XIV said. “I encourage you to ensure that parish activities are … Learn More

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2026 Annual Appeal seeks to help the Church’s mission flourish

In a video message introducing the 2026 Annual Appeal, Cardinal Joseph W. Tobin, C.Ss.R., Archbishop of Newark, called the effort “an invitation to carry out the successful mission of our … Learn More

From the Archives: Dominican Sisters at the Red Cross Center, 1958

Dominican Sisters of Caldwell have lunch with locals at a Red Cross donation center after giving blood in July 1958. Thirty two sisters donated blood, many of whom were studying … Learn More

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Sights & Sounds: Archdiocese experiencing record number of conversions

Due to inclement weather on Feb. 22, the Rite of Election liturgies scheduled at the Cathedral Basilica of the Sacred Heart in Newark, NJ, were canceled. Instead, archdiocesan parishes hosted … Learn More

POPE LEO WORLD PRAYER PEACE

Pope Leo XIV prays for peace in the world in a new video

Pope Leo XIV prayed for world leaders to “abandon projects of death” in a video message released by the Vatican on March 5, calling on people around the world to … Learn More

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How ‘long-suffering’ can shape us for greatness

In the modern world, slowing down is not considered a virtue. If anything, we’re speeding up. We want everything faster, easier, and more conveniently. Everything slow and inefficient must be … Learn More

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