As part of the effort to raise awareness of justice issues across the Episcopal Diocese of Newark, the Commission for Justice and Peace is spearheading a communications effort to inform people across the diocese about the work of the eight groups leading our diocesan justice ministries and encourage them to get involved.
August is National Make a Will Month, a dedicated time to encourage everyone to consider the importance of having an up-to-date will or other estate plan. Whether you already have a will or need to create one, now is the perfect time to take action.
On June 9, 2024, 97 members of the diocese were honored with the David P. Hegg II Lifetime Achievement Award at the 26th annual Commission on Aging service.
Near the end of the 81st General Convention in Louisville, KY, five deputies representing the Diocese of Newark shared their experiences and reflections.
Stay ahead of the election frenzy by starting to think about your annual pledge materials now, while you still have plenty of time to prepare.
Bishop Hughes created the Commission for Justice and Peace in 2021, as part of developing a broad approach to justice ministry for the diocese.
The second BCEF call of 2024 is for replacement of the church furnace for St. Andrew's Church in Newark.
The first BCEF call of 2024 is for municipal water back flow Valves for Holy Trinity Church in West Orange.
The Episcopal Church offers numerous resources and practical ways individuals and congregations can act now to address issues at the intersection of climate change, poverty & inequality, and biodiversity loss.
Our own Sister Monica Clare of the Community of St. John Baptist in Mendham is featured in the "TikTok Sparks Good" ad series talking about her TikTok channel @nunsenseforthepeople, which has created a community where people feel safe asking questions about spirituality.
Thank you to the many individuals across the diocese who responded to the Bishop’s Advent Appeal for support of the Alleluia Fund for Outreach!
As announced in October, the Strategic Visioning Team presented their recommendations to the diocese’s governing bodies. Diocesan Council has reviewed and discussed these recommendations, and at their November 8 meeting voted unanimously to approve them.
