Feature Stories

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Banners that don’t break the budget

November 15, 2024

If your congregation is in need of a church banner, don’t let your budget keep you from letting the world see you as well as hear your voice in the community and at the next diocesan event.

Now Is the Time: 150th Anniversary Hymn

The Diocese of Newark commissioned this new hymn for our 150th anniversary, in thanksgiving for 150 years of mission and ministry in northern New Jersey. (Time: 4:28.)

Rest, reflection, lament, and love: Jim Wallis’ keynote address at the 150th Convention

During the Friday evening dinner at the 150th Diocesan Convention, we heard a keynote address by Jim Wallis, the New York Times bestselling author, public theologian, renowned preacher and commentator on ethics and public life. His latest book is The False White Gospel: Rejecting Christian Nationalism, Reclaiming True Faith, and Refounding Democracy. (Time: 43:07.)

Bishop Beckwith’s greeting at the 150th Convention

The Rt. Rev. Mark Beckwith, 10th Bishop of Newark (2007-2018), attended the 150th Diocesan Convention as a guest. At the Friday dinner he spoke briefly reminding us that while the country is in a challenging place, we have the “via media,” or middle way, in our DNA. (time: 2:46.)

Diocese of Newark group photo Sept. 2024

Bold Faith in Action: The Diocese of Newark’s 150-year history

Through historical photos and modern footage, this video, produced for the 150th Diocesan Convention, shows how parishes across northern New Jersey have grown together and supported one another since 1874. (Time: 6:47.)

Bishop Hughes 150th Convention - Cynthia L. Black

Covenant of Safety

November 8, 2024

150th Convention

The 150th Convention took place three days after the 2024 presidential election. Before calling Convention to order, Bishop Hughes asked all Convention attendees to enter into the following Covenant of Safety, based on the Baptismal Covenant.

Justice Ministry Spotlight: Hispanic / Latino Ministry

October 21, 2024

Justice Ministries

The waves of recent immigrants in our communities are creating a diverse society which implies that our Hispanic / Latino Churches have to prepare the way so that these newcomers can be welcomed in our communities.

Justice Ministry Spotlight: The Union of Black Episcopalians, Diocese of Newark Chapter

September 27, 2024

Justice Ministries

The Union of Black Episcopalians (UBE) stands in the continuing tradition of more than 200 years of Black Leadership in the Episcopal Church.

Your Pledge Campaign Playbook

September 19, 2024

Stewardship Matters

Rookie vestry member suddenly quarterbacking your church’s pledge campaign? Maybe you’re a seasoned coach looking to add some new plays?

Justice Ministry Spotlight: The Anti-Sexism Task Force

September 16, 2024

Anti-Sexism

The Diocese of Newark’s long history of being at the forefront of justice for all God’s people is once again leading the way, this time to ensure that sexism and misogyny is eradicated within The Episcopal Church.

Banners that don’t break the budget

Now Is the Time: 150th Anniversary Hymn

Rest, reflection, lament, and love: Jim Wallis’ keynote address at the 150th Convention

Bishop Beckwith’s greeting at the 150th Convention

Bold Faith in Action: The Diocese of Newark’s 150-year history

Covenant of Safety

Justice Ministry Spotlight: Hispanic / Latino Ministry

Justice Ministry Spotlight: The Union of Black Episcopalians, Diocese of Newark Chapter

Your Pledge Campaign Playbook

Justice Ministry Spotlight: The Anti-Sexism Task Force

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