Parishes to offer Holy Hour for men soon to be ordained
During two Rite of Ordination liturgies later this month, one transitional deacon and eight priests will be ordained at the Cathedral Basilica of the Sacred Heart in Newark, NJ, to … Learn More
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‘Called by Name’ campaign invites young men to consider priesthood
“Often, the voice of God can be heard through the encouragement of others,” said Cardinal Joseph W. Tobin, C.Ss.R., in a letter to the faithful introducing a new effort to … Learn More
How do I find my vocation? Answers from a vocation director
National Vocations Awareness Week (Nov. 2 – 8) is an annual celebration of vocations to the priesthood, diaconate, consecrated and religious life, and marriage. Catholics are encouraged to support those … Learn More
Bishop-elect Chau reflects on his journey to God and the priesthood
When he is ordained as an Auxiliary Bishop of the Archdiocese of Newark on September 8, Bishop-elect Pedro Bismarck Chau will become the first Nicaraguan-born bishop in the United States. … Learn More
Newark’s parishes to pray for new priests and deacons
In the coming weeks, the Archdiocese of Newark will receive thirty men into the service of the Catholic Church as ordained ministers. On Sunday, May 18, eight men will be … Learn More
The Office of Priestly Vocations invites all parishes to come together in unity and prayer for our diaconate and priestly ordinandi on the Friday before their ordinations. Please join us! … Learn More
Archdiocese of Newark to celebrate Jubilee for Consecrated Life Feb. 1
The Archdiocese of Newark will join the global Church in celebrating World Day for Consecrated Life on Saturday, Feb. 1, 2025, at 11 a.m. at the Cathedral Basilica of the … Learn More
National Vocation Awareness Week invites Catholics to discern God’s call
The 48th annual National Vocation Awareness Week starts Sunday, Nov. 3, inviting Catholics nationwide to reflect on God’s call in their lives. This weeklong celebration, first established in 1976, encourages … Learn More
Meet the New Director of Priestly Vocations: Father Patrick Seo
The Archdiocese of Newark recently welcomed Father Patrick Seo as its new director of priestly vocations, a role that carries profound responsibility and spiritual significance. Appointed by Cardinal Joseph W. … Learn More
Study on priest and religious student debt finds it can be a barrier to vocations
Some candidates choose on their own not to continue with a vocation because of their debt.
