Speaker Series 2025 Videos
As part of the celebration of the diocese’s 150th anniversary, in place of the Bishop’s usual winter book study there was a Speaker Series on four consecutive Tuesday evenings, Jan. 21-Feb. 11, 2025.
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.)
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.)
Diocese of Newark 150th Celebration – Soft Kick-Off Event – BBQ at Crossroads
Join members of the Diocese of Newark Sesquicentennial Committee, the Diocesan Staff and Crossroad Camp and Retreat Center Staff members for a great day of fun and fellowship.
