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Diocese of Newark

Our Mission:
Join us in following Jesus Christ with bold acts of justice, peace, and love.

Our Vision:
A world transformed, where all creation knows God’s life-changing love.

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Holy Week in this challenging time

During this time of uncertainty and anxiety, Bishop Hughes emphasizes the benefit of worshiping in-person – in community – this Holy Week and Easter, engaging with scripture, and praying with one another. (Time: 5:15.)

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150th Anniversary Events

May 16
6:00 pm

150th Anniversary Concert

Presiding Bishop Sean Rowe will attend as a special guest. 6 PM Reception; 7 PM Concert; 8:30 PM Youth & Young Adults After Party (8th grade – early 30s) to greet the Presiding Bishop.
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May 17
10:30 am

Worship Service with Presiding Bishop Sean Rowe

Bishop Hughes will be the celebrant at this service of Holy Eucharist. The preacher will be Presiding Bishop Sean Rowe.
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Jun 18 - 22, 2025

Pilgrimage to the American South

For the culminating event of the Diocese of Newark’s 150th Anniversary, join Bishop Hughes on a powerful pilgrimage through Alabama, retracing the footsteps of history and the brave souls who fought for civil rights.
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Other Upcoming Events

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Jun 1
3:00 pm

Hegg Awards

You are invited to join Bishop Hughes and the Commission on Aging for the 27th annual David P. Hegg II Lifetime Achievement Awards.
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Jun 23 - 26, 2025
3:00 pm

Black Clergy Women Gathering

The Black Clergy Women Gathering will take place from June 23-June 26, 2025 at the Loyola Retreat and Ecology Campus (LUREC) in Woodstock, Illinois.
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Jun 23 - 26, 2025
3:00 pm

Black Clergy Women Gathering-Travel Details

The Black Clergy Women Gathering will take place from June 23-June 26, 2025 at the Loyola Retreat and Ecology Campus (LUREC) in Woodstock, Illinois.
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Feature Stories

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Nametags
April 14, 2025

The Stewardship of the Nametag

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Ring Out for Earth 2024 at Messiah, Chester
April 10, 2025

Call to address climate actions: Ring Out for Earth, Creation Care Pledge, and Creation Care resources

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Brigid Dwyer
April 1, 2025

Sermon on the Transgender Day of Visibility

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Memorials & Thanksgivings

Memorializing the names of those we lost during the time of the COVID-19 pandemic (whether of COVID-19 or not), giving thanks for all those who dedicated their time and talent to serve and support others during that extremely challenging time.

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Clergy Openings

Learn about the Clergy Transition process in the Diocese of Newark and explore current openings in our parishes.

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Employment opportunities in the Diocese of Newark for lay people and non-parochial clergy.

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