High schoolers nourish their faith at youth conference
There is no simple answer to the question, “What is the National Catholic Youth Conference (NCYC)?” It is so many things. Logistically, it is a three-day gathering of Catholic high … Learn More
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Archdiocese providing thousands of toys to families in need
The Mercy House, a resource and referral center operated by the Archdiocese of Newark’s Respect Life Office, will distribute approximately 1,000 new and unwrapped toys to families in need during … Learn More
NCYC presents a positive vision of the priesthood for Catholic youths
INDIANAPOLIS (CNS) — “Follow me to arm-wrestle a seminarian! See if you can beat a man who receives Communion every day!” Holding a chalk board with “Arm Wrestle a Seminarian” … Learn More
Study: Young adult Catholics actively engage in faith — just not in parish
WASHINGTON (CNS) — A new study suggests that young adult Catholics ages 18-35 engage in practices to bolster their faith, but tend to do so outside their parish. Those activities … Learn More
Collection helps aging sisters, brothers, priests in religious orders
The Archdiocese of Newark will hold the Retirement Fund for Religious collection Dec. 11-12. The parish-based appeal is coordinated by the National Religious Retirement Office (NRRO) in Washington, D.C. Proceeds … Learn More
Catholic Extension honors Cardinal Dolan with its Spirit of Francis Award
NEW YORK (CNS) — Catholic Extension named New York Cardinal Timothy M. Dolan as the recipient of its seventh annual Spirit of Francis Award for his solidarity with the Catholic … Learn More
Scholarship Fund for Inner-City Children raises $300,000 at annual gala
The Scholarship Fund for Inner-City Children (SFIC) raised $300,000 — which is $50,000 more than its target goal — to fund partial tuition assistance scholarships for underprivileged students attending Archdiocese … Learn More
Teens get idea of homeless life through eye-opening church initiative
Teens from the Youth Ministry of North Caldwell’s Notre Dame Church participated in an experience that simulated what it might be like to be homeless by sleeping outside with meager … Learn More
Massive synod outreach to New Jersey Catholics underway
The effort to connect with all the Catholics in the Archdiocese of Newark is underway. The impressive undertaking is in response to Pope Francis’ desire to hear from as many … Learn More
Nationwide collection supports retirement needs of U.S. religious orders
The annual Retirement Fund for Religious collection will be held in most U.S. Catholic parishes December 11-12. Coordinated by the National Religious Retirement Office (NRRO) at the U.S. Conference of … Learn More