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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.

WHO WE AREFIND A CHURCH

Bishop Hughes and baby

Look for the good God is calling into being

In this time of confusion and chaos, Bishop Hughes invites us to remember that God, who called all creation into being, is with us and even now is calling into being compassion, courage, faithfulness, and justice. (Time: 5:16.)

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Feature Stories

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Youth event
February 1, 2025

New First Third of Life Commission

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Racial History
February 1, 2025

Justice Ministry Spotlight: The Importance of Understanding Our Racial History

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PATCH Christmas 2024
January 21, 2025

Prison Ministry’s holiday happenings

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Upcoming Events

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Feb 23
12:30 pm

Youth Scavenger Hunt

Diocesan youth in grades 6-12 are invited to participate in the “Great American Dream Hunt” at the American Dream Mall.
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Feb 28 - Mar 2, 2025
6:00 pm

Being Bold about Our Faith: A Lay Retreat with Bishop Hughes

This retreat is fully booked. To be added to the waitlist, please contact Chloe Caprice.
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Mar 8
10:00 am

Pandemic Memorial and Gratitude Service

Marking five years since the start of the COIVD-19 pandemic, a service in memory of those we lost and in gratitude for those who helped.
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Lenten Events in Our Parishes

Lent begins on Ash Wednesday, March 5 and concludes on Holy Saturday, April 19 (the day before Easter Sunday).

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Mar 1
7:00 pm

Mardi Gras in Maplewood

St. George’s, Maplewood will celebrate Mardi Gras weekend with a dinner dance featuring Creole cuisine.
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Mar 2
11:00 am

Pre-Lent Celebration: Jambalaya Lunch

John Christ Church & St. John the Divine n Hackensack for a luncheon featuring homemade jambalaya. Reservations required.
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Mar 8
10:00 am

Sacred Art Workshop

Christ Church & St. John the Divine invites you to join them for a workshop creating ceramic bisque tiles, directed by Sacred Artist Debra M. Cook. Seats are limited and reservations are required.
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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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