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Bishop Kevin J. Sweeney's Column
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October 10
“On Nov. 2, 1989, Cardinal John O’Connor penned an unforgettable headline for his weekly column in Catholic New York: “Help Wanted: Sisters of Life.” This small seed planted 33 years ago has grown into a thriving community of 130 Sisters, established in 10 cities.Read More -
October 3
In place of my column this week, I invite you to take the time to prayerfully read the Homily (below) given by Bishop David O’Connell at the Mass for Life at the Cathedral of Saint Mary of the Assumption in Trenton. The Mass preceded the first-ever statewide Rally and March for Life this past Thursday, Sept. 26 at our State Capitol.Read More -
September 19
“Historic,” I like the word, but I also believe that it can be a very challenging word. I was happy to see it used in the headline of an article on the front page of last week’s Beacon.Read More
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Bishop’s Column
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Are you ready for Lent, for a Season of Grace, and the opportunity to be ‘Welcomed Home to Healing?’4 days ago“Lent is a time in which the Church, guided by a sense of maternal care, invites us to place the mystery of God back in the center of our lives, in order to find renewal in our faith and keep our... -
2 weeks agoVenerable Father Aloysius Schwartz, the Sisters of Mary, and an invitation “In 1989, he (Father Aloysius Schwartz) was diagnosed with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), commonly known as Lou Gehrig’ -
3 weeks ago“… Life, in fact, is a priceless gift that develops within a committed relationship based on mutual self-giving and service. In light of this profound vision of life as a gift to be cherished, and of... -
4 weeks ago“Catholic Schools Week” annually provides all Catholics — whether they have children in Catholic schools or not — with the chance to think about how the faith is taught and witnessed and the “value... -
a month ago“ICE was here in Morristown today. Please pray for us.” BISHOP KEVIN J. SWEENEY That was the text message I received midday on Sunday, Jan. 11, from Father Duberney Villamizar, the pastor of St...
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