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Legatus members learn about the most prominent U.S. Catholics
On July 1, Bishop Kevin J. Sweeney celebrated a Mass for the Northern New Jersey Chapter of Legatus at Assumption Parish in Morristown, N.J. Founded in 1987 by Domino’s Pizza
Our Lady Queen of Peace celebrates its patronal feast as a sign of unity in Sussex County
The Solemnity of Our Lady Queen of Peace was far more than a patronal feast for Our Lady Queen of Peace Parish in Branchville, N.J. The celebration became a sign
World Cup scores with Paterson clergy celebrating global unity
The calendars of clergy in the Paterson Diocese, N.J., are typically set to their sacramental ministry. But this summer, some diocesan clergy have also been setting aside time for the
Discover St. Francis through Jubilee Year pilgrimages and prayer opportunities
Faithful near and far are invited to draw inspiration from St. Francis of Assisi and gain a plenary indulgence by making prayerful pilgrimages to any of five designated St. Francis-related
Faithful proclaim right to life in Morristown July Fourth
Catholics from the Paterson Diocese and beyond gathered with Bishop Kevin J. Sweeney on the morning of July 4, Independence Day, to promote an unborn child’s inalienable right to life
Bishop Emeritus, 33 faithful enjoy ‘Wonders of Sicily’ pilgrimage
From June 15 to 24, Bishop Emeritus Arthur J. Serratelli led 33 pilgrims on a “Wonders of Sicily” pilgrimage, visiting Taormina, Catania, Agrigento, Syracuse, and Palermo and taking in the
With gratitude and hope, Hanover parish closes centennial celebration
On July 5, Notre Dame of Mount Carmel Parish in the Cedar Knolls neighborhood of Hanover Township, N.J., celebrated the closing of its centennial year during a Mass, looking back
Jefferson parish celebrates once-doubting St. Thomas with patronal feast
On June 27, Bishop Kevin J. Sweeney visited St. Thomas the Apostle Parish in the Oak Ridge neighborhood of Jefferson Township, N.J., to celebrate Mass for the Feast of St.
New TV series spotlights Church’s response to addiction crisis
On Saturday, July 11, Shalom World TV, a global Catholic network, will release “Unshackled,” a first-of-its-kind 12-episode TV series aimed at promoting hope and healing for people suffering from various
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Mendham teens return from life-changing mission trip to Appalachia
Forty-six teenagers and 22 adult chaperones from St. Joseph Parish in Mendham, N.J., recently returned from a weeklong
St. Jude Knights host breakfast, celebrate leadership, welcome new member
The St. Jude Knights of Columbus Council 9914 of Hopatcong, N.J., held a Father’s Day All You Can
St. Francis of Assisi Parish celebrates 64 years of community spirit at annual carnival
Known for its affordable variety of family fun and entertainment, the St. Francis of Assisi Carnival in the
Parsippany Catechesis of the Good Shepherd inspires children to know God
Last November, Salesian Sister Margaret Rose, who focuses on hands-on Catholic faith formation at All Saints Academy in
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Nuestra Señora Reina de la Paz celebró su fiesta patronal como un signo de unidad en Sussex County
La Solemnidad de Nuestra Señora Reina de la Paz fue mucho más que una fiesta patronal para la parroquia Our Lady Queen of Peace, en Branchville. La celebración se convirtió en un signo de unidad al reunir a las comunidades angloparlante e
Líderes católicos y trabajadores humanitarios responden a los terremotos en Venezuela
(OSV News) — Los líderes y organizaciones católicas de Estados Unidos están respondiendo al llamado de ayuda en Venezuela mientras el país se recupera de dos terremotos mortales que sacudieron la nación con solo unos segundos de diferencia el 24 de junio.
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Vatican unveils agenda for global family summit marking ‘Amoris Laetitia’ anniversary
(OSV News) — The Vatican has released the framework for a fall meeting with the heads of Eastern
Catholic leaders, aid workers respond to Venezuela earthquakes
(OSV News) — Catholic leaders and organizations in the U.S. continue to aid Venezuela as that nation recovers
9 things to know about the SSPX excommunications
(OSV News) — On July 1, the Society of St. Pius X, widely known as the SSPX, illicitly
Pope Leo XIV calls for solidarity, prayers after deadly Venezuela quakes
(OSV News) — Pope Leo XIV offered prayers for the victims of devastating twin earthquakes that struck Venezuela
After the Vatican declares SSPX in formal schism, what’s next for the Church?
(OSV News) — What happens now? Following the July 1 illicit consecration of four bishops at its seminary
Full text: Letter of His Holiness Pope Leo XIV on the 250th Anniversary of the Founding of the United States of America
I extend my heartfelt congratulations to all Americans on the occasion of the 250th anniversary of the signing
