Parishes find unique ways to celebrate Christmas
With Christmas fast approaching, parishes throughout the Archdiocese of Newark are finding unique ways to bring their congregations together in celebration.
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Archdiocese to partner with a new ministry to support caregivers
Nourish for Caregivers, a faith-based non-profit that supports caregivers, will partner with participating parishes in 2023.
Church ‘beacon’ of Bergen County illuminated for first time in years
The 165-foot steeple standing high atop Queen of Peace Church in North Arlington was lit up for the first time in years during a Nov. 26 re-dedication ceremony.
Archdiocese of Newark to distribute more than 1,000 toys to families in need
Fifth Annual Christmas Giveaway will take place Dec. 16 at Newark Mercy House.
Annual Navidad Latina brings songs and celebration for the Christmas season
Concert’s program was in both Spanish and English to invite all participants to join.
Hoboken parishes join together for Advent celebration
Parishioners from the five local parishes gathered for a tree and creche lighting, caroling, cookies, and hot cocoa.
Cardinal and clergy abuse survivor forge friendship of healing, activism
Cardinal Joseph Tobin and Mark Joseph WIlliams shared their story with the USCCB on the 20th anniversary of The Dallas Charter.
Archdiocese of Newark to distribute 200 free Thanksgiving turkeys to families in need
The Archdiocese of Newark’s Mercy House will distribute approximately 200 turkeys to families in need on Tuesday, Nov. 22, at 11 a.m. as part of its annual Thanksgiving Giveaway.
Cranford parish celebrates 150th anniversary with year of festivities
St. Michael Church in Cranford commemorated its 150th anniversary with a yearlong celebration.
Archdiocese of Newark distributes more than 300 coats to people in need
People lined up four hours before the doors opened at The Mercy House on Oct. 25.