A Christmas message from Cardinal Joseph Tobin
My Dear Sisters and Brothers in Christ, We associate “joy” with Christmas. Do we know what joy is? Have we experienced it lately? According to Pope Francis: “To be full … Learn More
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How excited should we get about Mass?
Sunday, December 12, 2021 – The Third Sunday of Advent Imagine for a moment you are in a bar crowded with football fans and unexpectedly Tom Brady, the quarterback with seven … Learn More
‘We are Advent people,’ says Cardinal Tobin in newsletter
One of the constant themes of Pope Francis is “closeness.” In practically every communication, whether written in advance or spontaneous, our Holy Father urges us to stay close to God … Learn More
‘Gratitude is contagious,’ Cardinal Tobin writes in latest newsletter
My dear sisters and brothers, Gratitude truly is contagious. When we say “thank you” we touch the hearts of others, and with them we embrace the healing power of God’s … Learn More
An American way to celebrate Thanksgiving
Growing up in the Northeast, November was punctuated with traditional Thanksgiving observances. How well I remember the pilgrim and Indian costumes my mother made for my sisters and me to … Learn More
In newsletter, Cardinal Tobin reflects on Pope Francis’ encyclical Fratelli Tutti
Dear Sisters and Brothers in Christ, One year ago, in October 2020, our Holy Father, Pope Francis, published his encyclical Fratelli Tutti(On Fraternity and Social Friendship). Shortly afterward, I provided … Learn More
Cardinal Tobin: The opportunities and risks of our synodal journey
When he formally inaugurated the synod process, Pope Francis identified three risks and three opportunities. The first risk is that the synod process will be a mere formality. Will we … Learn More
We are all called to walk this synodal path
On Sunday, Oct. 17, the bells of Newark’s Cathedral Basilica of the Sacred Heart will ring with joy calling us to the celebration of the Eucharist presided over by Cardinal … Learn More
‘We are sisters and brothers to all,’ Cardinal Tobin reflects in latest newsletter
My dear brothers and sisters in Christ, A year ago, on October 4, 2020, Pope Francis published his encyclical Fratelli Tutti (On Fraternity andSocial Friendship). Shortly afterward, I provided a … Learn More
‘Angels in the Pews’ raises awareness of substance abuse
On Sept. 30, the parish of Saint Stephen’s in Kearny, N.J. hosted an event in conjunction with the Black Poster Project and Alumni in Recovery, known as “Angels in the … Learn More