When St. Mary's, Sparta and Messiah, Chester began sharing clergy, they also raised up lay pastoral leaders to help support their congregations. One lay pastoral leader shares her journey of saying “yes” to God’s call – and discovering what this new form of collaboration looks like in action.
The second BCEF call of 2025 is for food pantry upgrades at St. Agnes’, Little Falls.
Canon Wright's sabbatical plan included two focal points – restoration and enrichment.
When St. Mary's, Sparta and Messiah, Chester began sharing clergy, they also raised up lay pastoral leaders to help support their congregations. One lay pastoral leader shares her journey of saying “yes” to God’s call – and discovering what this new form of collaboration looks like in action.
On the fall morning of Saturday, October 25, thirteen Sunday school teachers and ministry leaders from across the Diocese of Newark gathered at Grace Church, Nutley, for a time of rest, reflection, and renewal.
This is the third article in a series on the Team Ministry collaboration between Messiah, Chester and St. Mary’s, Sparta.
Our acolytes joined hundreds from around the country for a grand procession and worship service, then explored workshops and activities.
Janelle Grant of St. Paul’s, Paterson, shares how serving on diocesan leadership bodies and with youth and anti-racism ministries has deepened her faith and connection to the Church.
This is the first article in a series on the Team Ministry collaboration between Messiah, Chester and St. Mary's, Sparta.
In this video, the Rev. Bill Cruse reflects on his time on Diocesan Council and encourages others to stand for election to a diocesan governing body, commission, or board.
Convention is built not only on careful planning but also on the dedication and fellowship of those working behind the scenes. Their efforts ensure that when the doors open, the focus can remain where it belongs – on the work of the church through voting and reports, and on the worship that unites the diocese as one community.
Fall has officially arrived – and so has your church’s annual pledge campaign. To make sure you’re ready, here’s a roundup of some excellent tools, templates, and inspiration to keep handy as you launch or continue your campaign this season.
