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Our Mission:
Join us in following Jesus Christ
with bold acts of
justice, peace, and love.
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Our Vision:
A world transformed,
where all creation knows
God’s life-changing love.
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Download this printable PDF with highlights from The VOICE Online to share with visitors, and with parishioners who are not online.
Includes a one-page calendar for diocesan events October 21-December 5.
| | | Preparing for what lies ahead | | |
What does meal prepping have to do with our spiritual lives? Bishop Hughes draws a connection between preparing lunch for a busy day and preparing our hearts through scripture and prayer, reminding us that the words of faith we carry with us can sustain us in anxious and uncertain times.
(Time: 5:16 | Read the transcript.)
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Small grants, real growth
What we learned from the 2025/26 Invite, Welcome, Connect Grants Program
By Cynthia McChesney
Sixteen congregations were approved for funding. What came back was a rich and varied set of stories about how our churches see themselves, their neighbors, and the possibilities for connection in their communities. Read the article.
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Voting as disciples of Jesus
By the Rev. George Dredden
The midterm elections are quickly approaching, and for Christians, this moment is more than a political event — it is a moral opportunity. Voting is one of the clearest ways we live out Jesus’ command to love our neighbors, especially those who are vulnerable, marginalized, or overlooked. Read the article.
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Stewardship Matters:
A year-end giving reminder for IRA owners age 70½ and older
By Cynthia McChesney
A QCD allows an eligible individual age 70½ or older to make a charitable gift directly from a traditional IRA to a qualifying charitable organization. Read the article.
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152nd Annual Diocesan Convention | |
Remember to book your hotel room for Convention
REMINDER: Don't forget to book your hotel room through the Diocesan Group link. The hotel has extended the window for bookings until MON, NOV 2. Don't miss out!
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Guest speaker at the Friday evening dinner: Dr. Jemar Tisby.
Dr. Tisby is a New York Times bestselling author, public historian, and professor who specializes in the intersection of race, religion, and social movements in America. Learn more about him and his books.
You can register to attend the Friday dinner as a guest until 5 PM OCT 31. To register, click here and open the "Registration for Guests" section.
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Youth CONVO ’26
FRI , NOV 13 | 8 AM -
SAT, NOV 14 | 8 PM
This weekend for youth in grades 8-12 includes opportunities to engage in learning about our faith tradition and polity, conversations with leaders on living out their faith in the world, worship with folks from across the diocese, chances to make connections with other Episcopal youth, and of course LOTS OF FUN! Find out more and register online by MON, OCT 26.
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From unheard voice to real-life action
SAT, NOV 14 | 12 - 3 PM
This two-part program, presented by the First Third of Life Commission, is designed for Sunday School teachers and leaders, children and youth ministry volunteers, and anyone committed to helping every child and family experience authentic belonging in the Church. Find out more and register online by FRI, OCT 30.
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Wondering if your gifts can support the mission of the Diocese of Newark?
The Nominations Committee of the 152nd Annual Diocesan Convention invites YOU to prayerfully consider serving on one of the many Boards, Committees, and Councils of the Diocese. There are opportunities that appeal to a broad variety of gifts, interests, and availability. All of them are looking for members who desire to be part of a diocese known by God's love, mercy, and justice.
Click here to get more detailed information about open seats and information about the Nominations Process. See also videos about Diocesan Bodies Explained and the Value of Service.
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Preliminary 2027 budget
This preliminary budget [PDF] was reviewed and endorsed by Diocesan Council at their October 14 meeting, and will be presented at Diocesan Convention for approval.
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Prayer vigil at Delaney Hall
SUN, OCT 25 | 3 PM
On the fourth Sunday of each month, our diocese holds a brief prayer vigil outside the Delaney Hall ICE detention facility. Read the guidelines for attendees.
If you are not able to join us in person, we will do our best to live stream the vigil to the diocesan Facebook page. You can also pray at the same time from wherever you are, in solidarity with us.
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Parish Communicators Meeting
MON, OCT 26 | 12:30 - 1 PM | Zoom
Everyone in the diocese responsible for parish communications is welcome to participate in meetings of the diocesan Parish Communicators group, formed for sharing resources, developing skills and mutual support. To get the Zoom link, join Parish Communicators.
Invite, Welcome, Connect “Whiteboard Discussion”
MON, NOV 2 | 7 PM | Zoom
This gathering will give congregations an opportunity to share what they are trying, exchange ideas, talk honestly about what is working—and what isn’t—and learn from one another. Find out more.
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Saturday Luncheon Social
Saturdays | 12 - 1 PM
St. John’s, Boonton
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Healing Prayer
WED, OCT 21 | 7 - 7:30 PM
Holy Communion, Norwood
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Rock -n- Roll Concert
SAT, OCT 24 | 7 - 9 PM
St. Andrew’s, Harrington Park
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Halloween Movie Night
WED, OCT 28 | 6 - 7:30 PM
St. Paul’s, Englewood
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Fabulous Fish or Chicken Fry (to-go)
FRI, OCT 30 | 5:30 - 7 PM
Holy Spirit, Verona
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Fauré Requiem, All Souls’ Vespers
SUN, NOV 1 | 4 - 5 PM
St. Peter’s, Essex Fells
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Fauré Requiem
SUN, NOV 1 | 5 - 6:30 PM | St. George's, Maplewood
with, and at, Morrow Memorial United Methodist, Maplewood
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All Souls Requiem Eucharist
MON, NOV 2 | 7 - 8 PM
Calvary, Summit
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Faith and Film Series
WED, NOV 4 | 6:30 - 8:30 PM
Holy Communion, Norwood
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Fish & Chips Fundraiser Dinner
SAT, NOV 7 | 5 - 9 PM
St. John's, Boonton
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All Bach Organ Recital
SUN, NOV 8 | 4 - 5 PM
St. Stephen’s, Millburn
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Open House at Cross Roads
SAT, OCT 24 | 10:30 AM
Enneagram Introductory Retreat
FRI, OCT 30 | 5 PM -
SAT, OCT 31 | 4 PM
Shepherds’ Gathering
THU, DEC 3 | 4 PM -
SUN, DEC 6 | 4 PM
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Christian Nationalism & The 2026 Midterm Elections: A Faithful Reckoning
SAT, OCT 24 | 11 AM
Hosted by the
Diocese of Long Island
at St. Gabriel’s &
St. Stephen’s Church
Jamaica Avenue in
Queens, NY
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Cultivating Loving Presence: Spirituality, Science, and The Whole Human Being
THU, NOV 19 | 3 PM -
SAT, NOV 21 | 1 PM
Hosted by the
Community of St. John Baptist at
St. Marguerite’s Retreat House, Mendham
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2027 Annual Enrollment for active employees:
Oct. 14 – Nov. 6, 2026
Annual Enrollment is the once-a-year opportunity for eligible clergy and lay employees to review options, enroll in or change medical or dental coverage, add or remove eligible dependents, and verify contact information (even if coverage is not changing). It’s also a good time to ask any questions about plan changes or about benefits.
See 2027 Benefits: Summaries, rates and how to apply.
| Recording of the DIT Investor Zoom Presentation | | As a service to all Diocesan Investment Trust (DIT) investors, the DIT’s portfolio manager at TIAA, Lisa Gallo, gave a Zoom presentation about the portfolio’s investment strategy and methodology on September 30. Vestry, Finance and Investment representatives of parishes that either invest or are considering investing in the DIT are encouraged to watch this recording. (Time: 1:05:25.) | | | Clergy ministry transitions | | News from the Wider Church | |
Episcopal Church Executive Council adopts presiding bishop’s strategic plan, authorizes sale of Manhattan headquarters
The Episcopal Church Executive Council convened in a regular meeting Monday, Oct. 19, at the church’s New York headquarters, where it passed resolutions to adopt The Episcopal Church’s strategic plan and authorized officers to negotiate a purchase agreement for the sale of The Episcopal Church Center at 815 Second Ave. Read the press release.
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Vote Faithfully resources
Vote Faithfully, from The Episcopal Church’s Office of Government Relations, provides a list of election engagement resources, including prayers, music and conversation starters.
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The Episcopal Connections Liddell Award for Young Adult Service
This award recognizes outstanding volunteer ministry of Episcopalians aged 18 to 30 in the dioceses of New York, New Jersey, Newark, Long Island, and Connecticut. Application deadline: OCT 30. Find out more.
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Applications open for General Convention Official Youth Presence 2027
Episcopal teens ages 16 to 19 are invited to apply to become part of the 82nd General Convention’s Official Youth Presence, a group whose members have seat and voice in the House of Deputies and can testify at hearings before and during the summer 2027 convention. Application deadline: NOV 20. Find out more.
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The VOICE Online is published every other Wednesday
Next issue: WED, NOV 4
Submission deadline: FRI, OCT 30, 10 AM
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