Catholic customs to prepare our hearts and homes for Advent
Traditions centered on prayer can help us prepare for the birth of our Lord.
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Reaching out in faith: What are the rules for Advent and Christmas trees?
Q: When I was a kid we put up the Christmas tree on Christmas Eve and took it down a day or two after Christmas. As an adult, I put … Learn More
Vatican publishes schedule of papal Advent, Christmas liturgies
VATICAN CITY — As Vatican workers continued to decorate the Christmas tree in St. Peter’s Square and to erect a platform for the Nativity scene, the office of papal liturgical … Learn More
Start out Advent by doing good, giving back
There are many ways you can participate in Giving Tuesday.
Looking for Advent retreats and events?
Here is a sampling of what’s happening in the Archdiocese of Newark
Advent — a time to put pen to paper and offer good tidings
If you are a letter writer, a highlight of Advent is the opportunity to put pen to paper and greet friends and loved ones with Christmas cards reminding them that … Learn More
St. Joseph Student Council celebrates Advent with a season of giving
St. Joseph School has expanded the charitable to last the entire Advent season.
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.
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.
Basilica Carol Sing draws crowds eager to hear the story of Christ’s birth through song (Photos/ Video)
The choir sang songs in nine different languages.
