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New Jersey Catholic News
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Read MoreFebruary 26
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February 22On Sunday, February 21, the New Jersey Star Ledger published the following OpEd by Bishop James Checchio , Diocese of Metuchen, concerning the recent abuse of inmates at the Edna Mahan Correctional Facility.Read More
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February 22The United States Conference of Catholic Bishops announced the United States House of Representatives will most likely vote on H.R. 5 “ The Equality Act" this week. If signed into law H.R. 5 Act would discriminate against people of faith by forcing churches, faith based charitable organizations, and schools to violate religious beliefs. Click on the title for more information on how you can contact your representative.Read More
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January 21Dear Brothers and Sisters in Christ, Every New Year brings us an opportunity to focus anew on our priorities and try to make things better for all of us! As we begin 2021, we cannot help but reflect on how difficult 2020 was for so many in our world, nation and our Church. The pandemic has greatly impacted everyone and has resulted in people losing their jobs, losing loved ones and some losing their way....Read More
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January 20Statement of Cardinal Joseph W. Tobin, C.Ss.R., on the Inauguration of President Joe Biden: On the day of his inauguration, I congratulate President Joseph R. Biden and draw inspiration from his words, “With purpose and resolve, we turn to those tasks of our time, sustained by faith, driven by conviction, and devoted to one another and the country we love with all hearts.” The people of the Archdiocese of Newark join all Americans in working together for the good of our country and world.Read More
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Catholic News Service
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WASHINGTON (CNS) — Like the national March for Life, bigness as well as personal interactions...
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NEW YORK (CNS) — Even the most venerable source material may benefit from being dusted...
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WASHINGTON (CNS) — The psychological and emotional trauma of the ongoing coronavirus pandemic is only...
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What the Church has Done to Prevent the
Sexual Abuse of ChildrenThe Catholic Church in New Jersey has committed substantial resources to prevent any abuse of any child at any time by any person. The Church has comprehensive policies in place both to respond to – and of far more importance - to prevent the sexual abuse of minors.
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Welcome to the New Jersey Catholic Conference
Founded in 1949, the New Jersey Catholic Conference (NJCC) represents the Catholic Bishops of New Jersey on matters of public policy. NJCC serves as a liaison to governmental agencies and institutions and coordinates communications and activities between the Bishops and secular agencies. The Archbishop of Newark is the President of NJCC. There are more than 3.5 million Catholics registered in seven dioceses throughout New Jersey.
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Faithful Citizenship
"We need to participate for the common good. Sometimes we hear: a good Catholic is not interested in politics. This is not true: good Catholics immerse themselves in politics by offering the best of themselves so that the leader can govern."
- Pope Francis, 9/16/13The Catholic bishops of the United States are pleased to offer once again to the Catholic faithful Forming Consciences for Faithful Citizenship , our teaching document on the political responsibility of Catholics. Learn More .
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Cardinal Tobin appears on NJTV's
"On the Record with Michael Aron"
On May 5, 2018, Joseph Cardinal Tobin appeared on NJTV's "On the Record with Michael Aron." During this extensive interveiw Cardinal Tobin discussed his role as leader of the Archdiocese of Newark, his first imperssions of New Jersey, and the need for Catholics to advocate on behalf of the poor, immigrants, and the most vulnerable in society.
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Today's Readings
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Reading I Ez 18:21-28Responsorial Psalm 130:1-2, 3-4, 5-7a, 7bc-8Gospel Mt 5:20-26
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