Every year on Feb. 22, the Catholic Church celebrates the feast of the Chair of St. Peter, a tradition that dates back more ...

The Feast of the Chair of St. Peter isn’t about furniture—it’s about the foundation of papal teaching and authority.

Here's a handy list of fish fries hosted by church parishes and schools throughout the archdiocese. Is there a fish fry ...

Daniel Drain, director of the Archdiocesan Office for Life and Family, will serve on the 40-member USCCB Advisory Council ...

The Archdiocese of Newark celebrated Black History Month with a special Mass Sunday that included the nation’s only Black ...

Today, the Salesians operate in over 130 countries. In 1923, Pope Pius XI declared Saint Francis de Sales the patron of Catholic writers. This decision stems from the creative methods Francis ...

Every February 14, across the United States and in other places around the world, candy, flowers and gifts are exchanged between loved ones, all in the name of St. Valentine. But who is this ...

Such was their influence in Church history, through their evangelization efforts, that Pope John Paul II named the two ...

Newark Advocate faith columnist Jeff Gill explores the history of Valentine's Day and how it connects to today's interpretation of the holiday.

Father Michael said Saint Valentine was one, very real person– or at least the man that the church honored with a feast was no legend. He said he did not know of the secret marriage ceremonies, but ...

These fun family-friendly activities offer meaningful ways for everyone to show love, kindness and faith, while also creating ...

Feb. 14th is all about romance and love! Whether you're celebrating it with a partner, friends, or family, here's what you ...