Shifting mindsets on persons with disabilities in the Church
Our Catholic faith is based on respecting the dignity of every person and teaches that we should do what we can to support the flourishing of every individual regardless of … Learn More
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In interview, pope condemns abortion, says he’s not resigning
VATICAN CITY (CNS) — In a wide-ranging interview with the Reuters news agency, Pope Francis condemned abortion, dismissed the idea that he’s preparing to resign and said he still hopes … Learn More
New Saint, Justin, has close ties to Archdiocese of Newark
On Sunday, May 29, Cardinal Joseph W. Tobin, C.Ss.R., celebrated Mass in thanksgiving for the canonization of Saint Justin, raised to the altars by Pope Francis the previous Sunday. For … Learn More
Interfaith religious leaders share concerns for Ukraine
On May 12, Cardinal Joseph Tobin, C.Ss.R., and some 50 interfaith leaders gathered at Shiloh Baptist Church in Trenton, N.J. The gathering was sponsored by the Coalition of Religious Leaders … Learn More
Life-sized crucifix blessed by 3 popes now available to visit in Jersey City
Thanking Cross at Holy Rosary Church through mid-May A nearly life-sized crucifix that has been blessed by three popes and numerous other clergy during an ongoing global pilgrimage will be … Learn More
Archdiocese celebrates 500 years of Filipino Christianity with vibrant festivities
Following a year-long jubilee, hundreds of Filipino Catholics from throughout Bergen, Essex, Hudson, and Union counties filled Newark’s Cathedral Basilica of the Sacred Heart for the Archdiocese of Newark’s final … Learn More
Archdiocese to celebrate 500 years of Christianity in the Philippines
Cardinal Tobin to preside over anniversary Mass following cultural procession The Archdiocese of Newark’s year-long celebration of the 500th anniversary of Christianity in the Philippines will conclude with a cultural … Learn More
Pastor holds inspiring concert for Ukraine, says ‘it’s the right thing to do’
The pastor of St. Joseph Church in Maplewood performed a musical meditation for Ukraine on April 8, raising funds for the shipment of much-needed supplies to the war-torn nation in … Learn More
Pastor: Prayer the ‘greatest weapon’ to bring peace in Ukraine
The pastor of South Orange’s Our Lady of Sorrows Church told those gathered for a March 29 prayer service that asking for God’s intercession will make a difference in ending … Learn More
Parish welcomes all to pray for peace before relic of Ukraine’s patron saint
St. Josaphat relic on display in parish’s rectory chapel St. Valentine Church in Bloomfield invites all to pray for the Ukrainian people before its relic of St. Josaphat, the patron … Learn More