The Communications Office is responsible for communicating and promoting the mission and good works of the Diocese of Paterson’s bishop, parishes, schools, and ministries.
The Communications Office manages Bishop Kevin J. Sweeney’s press office and oversees public relations, media relations, and publicity for the diocese, our parishes, and schools.
It also manages our diocesan social media channels, the bishop’s podcast, and our diocesan websites in partnership with various ministries and offices.
The Beaconis the primary news and information source for the Diocese of Paterson, N.J., and is managed by the Diocese of Paterson’s Communications staff.
The bishop’s podcast, Beyond The Beacon, is produced by the Communications Office.
The Beacon and Beyond is the official newsletter of the Diocese of Paterson for The Beacon and Beyond The Beacon. Subscribe here!
Public Relations
The Communications Office serves as a public relations resource for our parishes, schools, and diocesan offices in media relations, crisis management, publicity, marketing, and more. We aim to nurture a culture of storytelling and discovery in the Diocese of Paterson. Spreading the Good News (outside our organization) The communications team is available to help our parishes, schools, and diocesan ministries and offices develop positive relationships with local community news outlets and social media influencers. We are also seeking great storytelling opportunities to pitch to news outlets.
Spreading the Good News (inside our organization) To our parish, school, and diocesan leaders: Do you have a great story, photo, or event to promote? Let’s get it in The Beacon and on our social media channels. Email all content for consideration to [email protected] or use the Community Upload Form. Submit Calendar Events here. Tag the diocesan social media accounts, direct message us, or email [email protected].
Media inquiries Direct media inquiries to Communications Director Jai Agnish.