Justice Ministry Spotlight: Prison Ministry
The Prison Ministry advocates for restorative justice, interfaith programs, and personal healing for prisoners, their families, and communities.
Justice Ministry Spotlight: Hispanic / Latino Ministry
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
The Union of Black Episcopalians (UBE) stands in the continuing tradition of more than 200 years of Black Leadership in the Episcopal Church.
Justice Ministry Spotlight: The Anti-Sexism Task Force
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.
Justice Ministry Spotlight: The Racial History Committee
Our specific charge is to gather, preserve, and explore the stories, experiences, perspectives, and complexities of race relations between and among Episcopalians in northern New Jersey, with a principal focus on the histories of BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, and People of Color).
Justice Ministry Spotlight: Justice in the Strategic Vision
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.
Justice Ministry Spotlight: Commission for Justice and Peace
Bishop Hughes created the Commission for Justice and Peace in 2021, as part of developing a broad approach to justice ministry for the diocese.
A story of resurrection: How The Lighthouse in Jersey City overcame challenges to become Lighthouse 2 in Union City
This month, Lighthouse 2 is celebrating two years in its new location in Union City, along with a greatly expanded mission.
Opening The Lighthouse for asylees
The vision for The Lighthouse came to me after visiting a man in detention at the Hudson County Correctional Facility.
