Vol. 53 No.22
Wednesday, October 20, 2004

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Thirteen parishes submit first task force responses while others continue to work on recommendations
The New Energies Parish Transition Project is indeed bringing new energy and vitality to the Archdiocese of Newark.

Since the public announcement of the project by Archbishop John J. Myers last May, 48 parishes have been hard at work studying recommendations from the Task Force on Parishes, and 13 parishes submitted their first response at the Oct. 6 meeting of the executive committee.
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It's all about conversion process
By Andrew Kaczynski
In 1992, the U.S. bishops published their pastoral letter on stewardship, titled Stewardship: A Disciple’s Response. By linking the stewardship way of life with discipleship in Jesus Christ, the bishops effectively reminded all Christians that being a good steward is not an option—it’s imperative.
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Pope cites public witness to faith during 'Year of the Eucharist'
VATICAN CITY (CNS)—Pope John Paul II said greater Christian devotion to the Eucharist can help heal a world torn by terrorism and racked by poverty.

In a document offering spiritual guidelines for the Year of the Eucharist, the pope called for more intense public witness of the faith. As the center of the Christian experience, the Eucharist should have a transforming power that carries beyond Sunday Mass and into daily life, he said.
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Catholics converge on Trenton in support of life
A large contingent from the Church of Newark, headed by Archbishop John J. Myers, joined over 1,500 men and women from throughout New Jersey in a march to the Statehouse in Trenton on Monday, Oct. 18 in a demonstration of their commitment to carrying the Gospel of Life into the public square.

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Archdiocese finalizes financial settlement in alleged abuse cases
With a goal toward advancing a process of healing, the Archdiocese of Newark has finalized a financial settlement with 10 men and women who have asserted claims against the archdiocese and others relating to allegations of sexual abuse against nine priests who had served in the archdiocese.
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Stewardship Day 2004
Most Rev. John J. Myers, Archbishop of Newark, greets participants in the annual Stewardship Day at Felician College, Lodi. More than 130 parish representatives, members of the clergy and vendors, including Catholic Cemeteries and The Catholic Advocate, were present to exchange ideas and insights about stewardship.
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At the annual meeting of the National Association of Black Catholic Administrators, held in Newark, Sept. 30-Oct. 2, Tracey G. Battles, Archdiocese of Newark, introduces Archbishop John J. Myers of Newark, who addressed the delegates representing 33 dioceses from across the U.S. Also shown are Vanessa Griffin-Campbell, Diocese of Cleveland, who serves as secretary of the association, and Ralph McCloud, Diocese of Fort Worth, vice-president.
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