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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Parishes around the Archdiocese prepare for Christmas (Photos)
Churches celebrate the coming of Christ with concerts, nativity plays, Christmas trees lightings, and more.
Archdiocese helps families in need celebrate Christmas with toy giveaway
The Mercy House in Newark distributed nearly 2,000 toys to a record number of families in need during its Fifth Annual Christmas Giveaway on Dec. 16.
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.
Our Lady of Guadalupe celebrated by parishes around the Archdiocese of Newark
Catholics processed through the streets and celebrated Mass in honor of Our Lady of Guadalupe.
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.
Hundreds receive Thanksgiving dinners at the annual Mercy House turkey giveaway
Free turkeys and the fixings were given to 220 families in need.
Cranford parish celebrates 150th anniversary with year of festivities
St. Michael Church in Cranford commemorated its 150th anniversary with a yearlong celebration.
Hundreds pray at Basilica Blue Mass for comrades who lost their lives in service to others (PHOTOS)
This year’s Blue Mass honored 15 officers who died in the line of duty.
Young Catholics celebrate their favorite saints on All Saints Day
Schools and faith formation groups celebrated All Saints Day with Masses, fairs, and costume parties.