Pope dedicates June prayers for soon-to-be newlyweds
VATICAN CITY (CNS) — While uncertainty in the world may deter young couples from taking the next big step in their relationships, the vocational call to marriage is a risk … Learn More
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Prayer is source of strength in darkest times, pope says at audience
VATICAN CITY (CNS) — Christians can rest assured that in moments of trial, suffering or even sin, Jesus is interceding for them before God, Pope Francis said. “Even if our … Learn More
Eucharist is the source and summit of our Catholic faith, Cardinal Tobin writes in newsletter
The bishops of New Jersey welcome the Christian faithful to return to regular participation in the Sunday Eucharist, writes Cardinal Joseph W. Tobin, C.Ss.R., in the latest edition of his … Learn More
Archdiocese of Newark welcomes five new priests during ordination
Cardinal Joseph W. Tobin, C.Ss.R., Archbishop of Newark, ordained five new priests into service in the Archdiocese of Newark during a Rite of Ordination Mass on May 29 in Newark’s … Learn More
Pope promulgates revised canon law on crimes, punishments
VATICAN CITY (CNS) — A series of laws and procedures promulgated by now-retired Pope Benedict XVI and, especially, by Pope Francis to protect children, promote the investigation of allegations of … Learn More
New task force promises to support food pantries
The COVID-19 pandemic impacted numerous industries in New Jersey, but perhaps none felt its effects more than food pantries. With so many people losing their jobs and going hungry — … Learn More
New priests address members of their future parish
Cardinal Joseph W. Tobin, C.Ss.R., Archbishop of Newark, will ordain five men to the priesthood during the Rite of Ordination on Saturday, May 29, beginning at 10 a.m. in the … Learn More
Q&A with the five new priests
From Guam to Cedar Grove, the five men to be ordained priests for the Archdiocese of Newark have traveled diverse paths. They share a similar calling, however, and on May … Learn More
Archdiocese of Newark celebrates six new deacons during ordination
The Archdiocese of Newark welcomed five transitional deacons and one permanent deacon during the Rite of Ordination at the Cathedral Basilica of the Sacred Heart in Newark on Sunday, May … Learn More
‘Dear future priest’: Children’s letters a hit with seminarians
It’s unclear who benefits more from the Seminarian Letter Project – the seminarians or the children who write the letters. Either way, it is a win for everyone involved. Each … Learn More