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We are excited to announce that the renovation of the new diocesan staff offices in Livingston is nearly complete and a phased move-in will occur this month!
While the move is in process, we won't be able to receive visitors, but we can’t wait to welcome you once everything is settled!
Until the move is complete, all mail to diocesan offices should continue to be sent to PO Box 386, Livingston, NJ 07039.
Also, you can continue to reach all staff using their regular work emails and phone numbers.
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To grow your church, first grow your own spiritual life
What churches that grow seem to have in common, says Bishop Hughes, is not chasing church growth – it is their members growing their own spiritual lives. Ironically, these church wind up growing without chasing growth, because what they have is irresistible to the people who visit them.
(Time: 6:13 | Read the transcript.)
| | The youth attending the Confirmation Retreat last weekend at Cross Roads took time out for a group photo with Bishop Hughes. See the schedule of Confirmation services which start April 26. | | |
Justice Ministry Spotlight:
Advocating for Effective Action
By Katie Ong, Strategic Visioning Consultant
An overview of the online training session presented by the Commission on Justice, Peace, and Racial Reconciliation on March 26, providing basic information and resources for legislative outreach and other direct actions. Read more.
To access the Zoom recording, slideshow, and suggested links, click here.
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The Gift That Keeps on Giving: Why Legacy Giving Matters for Your Church
By Cynthia McChesney
As church leaders, we must realize that if we don’t talk about planned giving, it won’t happen. And when it does, the benefits can be transformative – not just for the church, but for the individuals (and their families) who participate in it. Read more.
| | Sermon on the Transgender Day of Visibility | | On Monday, March 31, the Diocese of Newark celebrated Transgender Day of Visibility with "Breaking Bread, Breaking Binaries," a service of Holy Eucharist hosted by the Diocese of Newark's LGBTQ+ Action Group at Grace Church in Madison. This sermon was given by Brigid Dwyer, a Postulant for the Diaconate from St. George's, Maplewood. Mother Abigail King of Trinity, Bayonne served as celebrant. | | | |
Events with Mary Foster Parmer
of Invite Welcome Connect
Each of these three events offers different material. Consider participating in all three!
Diocesan Learning Event
SAT, APR 5 | 9 AM | St. Elizabeth's, Ridgewood
Registration is now open for this half-day, in-person learning event with Mary Foster Parmer, creator and founder of Invite Welcome Connect, a transformational ministry of evangelism, hospitality and belonging, and author of the award-winning book, Invite Welcome Connect: Stories & Tools to Transform your Church.
Cost: $25. Find out more and register online by 5 PM TODAY!
Note: Some registrants have reported not receiving the email with the payment link. If you still need to pay, you can do so here.
Guest Preacher
SUN, APR 6 | 8 & 10 AM | Christ Church, Short Hills
The following day, Mary Foster Parmer will be the guest preacher at Christ Church, Short Hills at both the 8 AM and 10 AM services. The 10 AM service will be livestreamed, and available for later viewing, here.
Vestry Leadership Essentials
THU, APR 10 | 7-8:30 PM | Zoom
Mary Foster Parmer will continue the conversation about Invite Welcome Connect in this special session with Vestry members and Wardens. Find out more.
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Family Day at Red Bull Arena
SAT, APR 26 | 4:30 PM
Join other families from across the Diocese in Newark for an afternoon of Major League Soccer featuring the New York Red Bulls vs. CF Montréal.
Cost: $10 for children, youth, and college students (financial aid is available); $30 for parents and chaperones; $75 max per family.
Find out more and register online by WED, APR 9.
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Hegg Lifetime Achievement Awards
SUN, JUN 1 | 3 PM | Church of the Saviour, Denville - New location!
The Hegg Awards are given annually to members of our diocese who are:
- Age 60+
- A long-standing, active member of your congregation
- Made or makes contributions to the congregation and/or the diocese.
All churches are encouraged to submit honorees. Each church may honor up to two individuals or couples based on these guidelines.
The submission deadline is FRI, MAY 16. Click here to submit honoree information.
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Zoom meetings
Parish Communicators
MON, APR 7 | 6:30-8 PM
For anyone - lay or clergy, staff or volunteer - responsible for parish communications.
Young Adult & Campus Ministry Gathering
SUN, MAY 4 | 6-7:30 PM
For those involved in the diocesan First Third of Life Commission, as either leaders or participants.
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Parish Lenten Events
Our parishes are offering a wide variety of Lenten Events, from Stations of the Cross and retreats to book groups, organ recitals and Evensongs, both in-person and online. See all upcoming Lenten events.
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150th Anniversary Concert
FRI, MAY 16 | 7 PM
Christ Church, Short Hills
Rehearsals are happening now! Click the link above to see the schedule.
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SAT, MAY 17 | 10:30 AM
St. Peter's, Morristown
The Most Rev. Sean Rowe, 28th Presiding Bishop, will be the celebrant and preacher.
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Pilgrimage to the American South
JUN 18-22
Led by Bishop Hughes
This pilgrimage is fully booked. To be added to the waitlist, please contact Canon Clark.
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Recommendations from the Women’s Rights Action Group
By the Rev. Diana Wilcox
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The Women's Rights Action Group, one of several Action Groups to come out of the November 2024 Diocesan Convention, has recommendations for parishes to consider to engage the people of God in the work of God on behalf of women and girls. Read more.
| | College scholarships for the 2025-26 academic year | | |
Clergy ministry transitions
Departures
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APR 27 - The Rev. Abigail King, Priest-in-Charge at Trinity, Bayonne
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MAY 11- The Rev. Laurie Wurm, Rector of Grace Van Vorst, Jersey City
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House of Bishops gathers in Alabama for prayerful support, discussions of church’s ‘current realities’
By Shireen Korkzan | Episcopal News Service
The spring meeting at Camp McDowell in Nauvoo, AL, centered on discussions of witnessing to the Gospel amid today’s contentious political climate and The Episcopal Church’s future in a secular society. Presentation topics ranged from using church property for mission to addressing the rise of Christian nationalism.
Read the article.
| | Bishop Hughes (back row, left of center) with other women bishops at the House of Bishops meeting at Camp McDowell. FRANK LOGUE PHOTO | |
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