Archdiocese of Newark seeks to accompany those facing mental health issues
One of the many gifts that Pope Francis gave to the Church was his awareness of the importance of mental health issues, stating in 2021 that it was of “utmost … Learn More
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Parishes of the Newark Archdiocese remember Pope Francis (Photos)
The news that Pope Francis had died on April 21 was met with deep sadness, but also with a sense of profound gratitude for the gift of his person and … Learn More
An interview with Cardinal Tobin about Pope Francis and the road ahead
As Catholics around the world mourn the death of Pope Francis, the College of Cardinals prepares for one of the Church’s most sacred responsibilities: electing his successor. Jersey Catholic spoke … Learn More
Sights & Sounds: Cycling for Christ
If you live in Union County and attended a Good Friday afternoon service at your parish, you may have noticed a group of cyclists stopping to pray at your church. … Learn More
From Rome: Cardinal Tobin Remembers Pope Francis
In a message to the faithful of the Archdiocese of Newark, Cardinal Joseph W. Tobin, C.Ss.R., remembered Pope Francis, who died on April 21 at the age of 88. “In … Learn More
More than 1,600 attend archdiocesan Mass for Pope Francis
The Archdiocese of Newark celebrated a Mass to remember and pray for Pope Francis on April 22, one day after his death, at Newark’s Cathedral Basilica of the Sacred Heart. … Learn More
Cardinal Tobin to celebrate Mass for repose of the soul of Pope Francis
Cardinal Joseph W. Tobin, C.Ss.R. will celebrate a Mass for the repose of the soul of Pope Francis on Tuesday, April 22, 2025, at 7:30 p.m. at the Cathedral Basilica … Learn More
Statement from Cardinal Tobin on the death of Pope Francis
Cardinal Joseph W. Tobin, C.Ss.R., the Archbishop of Newark, has released a statement on the death of Pope Francis, who passed away earlier today at the age of 88. You … Learn More
Cardinal Tobin says “we are never alone” in his Easter message
In his Easter message to the faithful, Cardinal Joseph W. Tobin, C.Ss.R. said that the Resurrection, a moment that “changed the world forever,” continues to speak to us: “Easter reminds … Learn More
Sights & Sounds: Witnessing to hope in Kenilworth, New Jersey
Every year, the Parish of St. Theresa in Kenilworth, NJ hosts a public Stations of the Cross. The procession begins at the church and circles through downtown Kenilworth. Father Giovanni … Learn More