More than 1,600 attend archdiocesan Mass for Pope Francis
The Archdiocese of Newark celebrated a Mass to remember and pray for Pope Francis on April 22, one day after his death, at Newark’s Cathedral Basilica of the Sacred Heart. … Learn More
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Cardinal Tobin says “we are never alone” in his Easter message
In his Easter message to the faithful, Cardinal Joseph W. Tobin, C.Ss.R. said that the Resurrection, a moment that “changed the world forever,” continues to speak to us: “Easter reminds … Learn More
Journey to Easter: Following the example of Jesus on Holy Thursday
“Tonight, God seems determined to teach us table manners,” Cardinal Joseph W. Tobin, C.Ss.R., told those gathered at the Cathedral Basilica of the Sacred Heart for the Holy Thursday Mass. … Learn More
Cardinal Tobin: The Way of the Cross
My dear sisters and brothers in Christ, Five years ago, during Holy Week 2020, I offered the reflections below as a way of praying the Stations of the Cross in … Learn More
Journey to Easter: What is the Chrism Mass?
The Cathedral Basilica of the Sacred Heart was filled with worshippers on the evening of April 14 for the annual Chrism Mass. The opening of the liturgy was jubilant, even … Learn More
Journey to Easter: Palm Sunday celebrated across Archdiocese of Newark
Across the Archdiocese of Newark, worshippers held green palms high, reenacting the drama of Jesus’ jubilant entry into Jerusalem almost 2,000 years ago. Within the week, however, the man hailed … Learn More
Empowering God’s Children: A Superpowered Mission to Keep Kids Safe
In a vibrant new initiative that blends faith, creativity, and safety education, the Archdiocese of Newark has launched a bold reimagining of its Virtus® Empowering God’s Children™ program. This longstanding … Learn More
Holy Week schedule for the Archdiocese of Newark
On Sunday, April 13, the Archdiocese of Newark will join the Universal Church as Catholics and other Christians enter the most sacred week of the year, beginning with Palm Sunday … Learn More
Cardinal Tobin: Recognizing Jesus in the faces of the poor
My dear sisters and brothers in Christ, St. John Paul II once wrote, “The needs of the poor take priority over the desires of the rich.” As Archbishop of Newark, … Learn More
Catholic school students honored as “outstanding”
Each year, schools across the Archdiocese of Newark are invited to select one 8th grade student who displays academic excellence while also exemplifying “Catholic values in word and deed.” The … Learn More
