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November 25
Father James Sichko works hard to maintain a deep trust in the Lord, which makes him ready to touch anyone he meets with the light and love of Christ in his travels around the world — even a famous actress and singer. A while back, Father Sichko, an internationally known preacher, evangelist and motivational speaker, spent time on a flight to Melbourne, Australia, praying the rosary in his seat. A woman next to him told him that she had cancer and asked him to pray for her. Father Sichko gave her a papal crucifix. That woman in need of prayer was Olivia Newton-John, the priest revealed during “60 Minutes for Jesus,” a three-day retreat he gave at St. Vincent Martyr Parish recently.Read More -
November 25
Through twinkling lights under the stars, Resurrection Parish in Randolph will host Drive-Thru Advent in Lights on the First Sunday of Advent Nov. 29, from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. in the parish’s parking lot. This special light show will be held for families to enjoy the start of the Advent season during a time of social distancing during the pandemic. It will feature teen-agers from the parish presenting a life-size Advent calendar, a living Nativity and an Advent wreath. Giveaways will be offered for children who visit.Read More -
November 25
Bishop Kevin Sweeney made a pastoral visit to Assumption Parish in Morristown Nov. 21 where he celebrated the vigil Mass marking the Solemnity of Our Lord Jesus Christ, King of the Universe, also known as the feast of Christ the King. During his visit, he administered the Sacrament of Confirmation to young adults at the parish.Read More -
November 25
St. Cecilia Parish in Rockaway welcomed Bishop Kevin Sweeney who celebrated Mass marking the Feast of Christ the King on Nov. 22 — also known as the feast of the parish’s namesake, St. Cecilia, patron saint of musicians.Read More -
November 25
As The Beacon kicks off its 37th annual Christmas Sharing Fund, it comes during an unprecedented time in human history. The Beacon is honored once again this Christmas season to assist Catholic Charities to bring needed joy during the Advent and Christmas seasons to the least among us. Catholic Family and Community Services, the Department for Persons with Disabilities and Straight and Narrow have been working harder more than ever to assist so many affected by the pandemic who come to Catholic Charities in their time of need.Read More -
November 25
Christ’s command in Matthew 25 compels Catholics to continue advocating for laws that protect “the least of our brothers and sisters:” the imprisoned, the hungry, the thirsty, the naked, the sick and stranger — as well as the unborn child, Bishop Kevin Sweeney declared as he celebrated the annual diocesan Respect Life Mass Nov. 21 in the Cathedral of St. John the Baptist in Paterson.Read More -
November 25
With just two months left before the Biden Administration takes office, the pro-life community is acutely aware that the clock is ticking until the time when more stringent attacks on life in the womb will begin. With the imminent changes the Democrats want to make to strengthen abortion laws even more, Catholic scholars are calling on the Trump Administration to issue an executive order that offers legal protection for the unborn.Read More -
November 25
In our reflection this morning, I would like to invite everyone, those gathered here physically, and those joining us by livestream, to pause for a moment and recall the first time you heard or came to appreciate the phrase, “life begins at conception?” Or, perhaps, in other words, can you recall learning or coming to appreciate what it means to say that we believe, as Scripture teaches us, that every person, male and female is created in the “image and likeness” of God, unique and unrepeatable, a child of God?Read More -
November 19
Holy Spirit School in Pequannock was honored by a morning visit Nov. 6 from Bishop Kevin J. Sweeney, who began the day by celebrating Mass for students in grades 6, 7 and 8 in the socially-distanced environment of Holy Spirit Church.Read More -
November 19
The pandemic has caused many sectors of society to suffer as outlets for aid have diminished. In particular, food pantries are experiencing low levels of donations. In order to combat this, students at Mount St. Dominic Academy (MSDA) in Caldwell and their families vowed to serve those who cannot care for themselves.Read More -
November 19
Bishop Kevin Sweeney made a pastoral visit to Our Lady Queen of Peace (OLQP) Parish in the Hewitt section of West Milford on Nov. 15 to preside at the 3 p.m. Mass for the 33rd Sunday in Ordinary Time. During his visit, he blessed and dedicated a new outdoor chapel, which gives the parish a permanent structure where it can hold Mass outdoors.Read More -
November 19
Bishop Kevin Sweeney celebrated the vigil Mass marking the 33rd Sunday in Ordinary Time at Our Lady of Mount Carmel Church in Boonton Nov. 13. The Saturday vigil Mass at Our Lady of Mount Carmel at 7 p.m. is in Spanish for the migrant community in the surrounding area of Morris County.Read More -
November 19
St. Clare Parish in Clifton welcomed Bishop Sweeney on his pastoral visit there on Nov. 15, the 33rd Sunday in Ordinary Time. The Bishop was main celebrant of Mass which was concelebrated by Father Peter Glabik, pastor and Father Thomas Fitzgerald, parochial vicar.Read More -
November 19
Permanent deacons and their wives from across the Paterson Diocese came together to remember their departed brother deacons and wives at the annual Mass for Deceased Deacons and Wives celebrated by Bishop Sweeney in St. Peter the Apostle Church in Parsippany Nov. 15.Read More -
November 19
The living room of the Rodriguez home looked a little like a chapel. A small table served as an altar, holding the Bible and statues of Our Lady Queen of Peace and Our Lady of Fatima. For a half hour one evening in October, this cozy room invited the family of four to take prayer into their hands and hearts in the rosary with help from a special visitor, Father Cesar Jaramillo, a parochial vicar of their parish, St. Peter the Apostle in Parsippany.Read More -
November 19
For police chaplains, it’s all about building relationships with the officers they serve in good times, such as baptizing their children, to the tough times, such as talking them through the pressures and stresses of their job and some of the horrors they have experienced or witnessed. Sometimes in the line of duty, officers get caught up in violent situations, such as shootings, and see gruesome murders, unspeakable brutality and grizzly accidents, said Father Geno Sylva, a chaplain for the FBI and Passaic County Sheriff’s Office.Read More
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Statement on Holy See's McCarrick Report
BISHOP KEVIN J. SWEENEY
Dear Brothers and Sisters in Christ,
Along with many of you, I have read the news surrounding the Report of the Holy See concerning Theodore E. McCarrick, former member of the College of Cardinals and former Metropolitan of the Province of Newark (1986–2000). It will take time to read and study the complete Report but even a preliminary reading saddens all people of faith and good will.
In particular, the contents of this Report will renew the pain of those who have suffered abuse and of all who love them. As we reflect on this Report, we seek to bring about healing for those who have suffered abuse. Our local Church, along with Catholic dioceses and institutions throughout the United States, reaffirm our shared commitment to prevent the abuse of the innocent and to learn from a shameful past. The philosopher George Santayana famously wrote that “Those who forget the past are doomed to repeat it.” This is a painful chapter in the history of the Church and we reflect on it prayerfully in order to prevent abuse now and in the future and to acknowledge the hurt many have suffered.
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Catholic News Service
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News from the Vatican
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Pope Francis said he was dismayed by Catholic communities and groups that claim to be working to improve church life, but attempt to do so without prayer, the Eucharist and unity with the rest of the...
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Pope Francis's decision to move the local celebrations of World Youth Day from Palm Sunday to the feast of Christ the King addresses the pastoral needs of local churches, said Father Joao Chagas...
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Today’s Readings
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video: Bishop announces diocesan ministries appeal
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Catholic News Service
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WASHINGTON (CNS) — In a 5-4 decision issued just before midnight Nov. 25, the Supreme...
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The headline grabbed my attention: “You are no longer my mother”! The Reuters article, written...
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Policy benchmarks developed from a study of sexual harassment and misconduct at seminaries and religious...
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Life Teen Blog
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When asking ourselves what is relevant and what is not, it is best to consider the intention behind posting content.
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When churches closed, I couldn't help but be frustrated that these "unprecedented times" seemed to have won. Watching Mass was not the same as attending Mass, and yet, even though I knew...
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When working in ministry, it can be easy to confuse authentic friendships with those we are ministering with or to. While Christ calls us to love others, He doesn’t call us to be best friends with...
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After beginning this journey with interior peace, I realized I wasn’t stepping back and quieting the human voices in my life long enough to actually listen to God, Himself.
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When it hits you, grief seems to have a way of totally consuming you. Perhaps it is grief over the loss of a friend or family member, perhaps you are doing poorly in school, or perhaps you’ve...
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The signs have been up for months and the ads keep interrupting your YouTube videos. The news is focused on it and social media is bursting with everyone’s opinion. The election is here.
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Diocesan Facebook Page
Launched last March as churches were required to close due to social distancing guidelines, the Diocese of Paterson official Facebook page has helped many connect with news of the Paterson Diocese amid the coronavirus pandemic. The faithful are invited to “like” or follow the page to stay in touch with many events happening around the Diocese.
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Diocesan Ministries Appeal
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MEET the people of the diocesan ministries appeal
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NJ Bishops Statement on the Reproductive Freedom Act
The Catholic Church believes and teaches that all human life is sacred from conception to natural
death. For that reason, we, the Bishops of each of the dioceses in New Jersey, join in voicing the
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