Pastoral Formation class completes 2-year program
You can see the joy in their faces. In two rows along the central aisle of Cathedral Basilica of Sacred Heart in Newark, NJ, those who have completed the Archdiocese … Learn More
Category: News/Features
Relics of six Mexican martyrs venerated at cathedral basilica
“It’s wonderful that we’re able to get them here for three days in the Mother Church of the archdiocese,” said Knight of Columbus David Cordero, as he welcomed visitors to … Learn More
6 Ways to pray when you’re spiritually tired
Let’s be honest: not every season of life feels particularly prayerful. You might believe in God deeply and still feel distracted, dry, rushed, or simply worn out. Throughout the year, … Learn More
Pope Leo accepts Liberty Medal, invites Americans to cultivate ‘moral greatness’
Religious liberty “holds sacred the inner sphere of the person where convictions are formed and where conscience can guide the decisions made in the intimacy of the human heart,” said … Learn More
Archbishop John Carroll: Catholic bridge-builder in a fledgling nation
As the Revolutionary War drew to a close and the 13 former British colonies were being transformed into the United States, American Catholics faced an obvious, urgent challenge: to win … Learn More
St. Augustine’s guide to a holy summer rest
Somewhere between the last work email and the first day of vacation, something goes wrong. We arrive at the beach, the mountains, or the family home with our phones still … Learn More
Father John Gordon talks about evangelization and being ‘on fire for the Lord’
For nearly 38 years, Father John Gordon has served the people of the Archdiocese of Newark in a wide variety of ministerial roles, including his current position as Secretary for … Learn More
Parish bids farewell to Pallottine Fathers with gratitude, fond memories
On June 30, the Society of the Catholic Apostolate, commonly known as the Pallottines, concluded its pastoral administration of Our Lady of Grace Parish in Fairview, NJ, after 103 years … Learn More
Cardinals: Back-to-back consistories forging new bonds within Church
Cardinals from around the world wrapped up a two-day extraordinary consistory on June 27 saying Pope Leo XIV’s initiative of convening the College of Cardinals twice in six months has … Learn More
Archdiocese earns 14 Catholic Media Awards, with five 1st place honors
The Archdiocese of Newark and its news outlet, Jersey Catholic, received 14 Catholic Media Awards from the Catholic Media Association during a ceremony at Harrah’s Resort in Atlantic City on … Learn More
