The Office of Communications and Public Relations serves to inform, educate and inspire the faithful by promoting the work and services of archdiocesan offices, schools, ministries, and programs, and sharing the story of the Archdiocese of Newark and the Catholic Church. The office serves as the liaison for all archdiocesan entities and the media and the director serves as the primary spokesperson for the Archbishop and the archdiocese.
JerseyCatholic.org is the official English and Spanish online news site of the Archdiocese of Newark, covering the Catholic communities in Bergen, Essex, Hudson and Union counties. As an evangeliziation and information source, JerseyCatholic.org supports the Archbishop and our local Church to share relevant and timely reflections and teachings, news, and updates with our Catholic communities and beyond. We want to hear what is happening in your parish community and school. Please share your archdiocesan ministry, parish or school community stories and events with us so we can publish your good works on our news site, through our social media channels, and with local news media. Notify us of archdiocesan events and activities as far in advance as possible.
Guidelines for media interviews, photographs, and video
The Office of Communications works to deliver timely and accurate information, coordinate interview requests, and facilitate media responses as appropriate. ALL media inquiries should be directed to Maria Margiotta, Director of Communications and Public Relations, at (973) 497-4186 or
maria.margiotta@rcan.org.
Reporters and photographers may cover celebrations of Mass and archdiocesan events with the permission of a representative of the Office of Communications. With proper advance clearance, photography without flash and video are permitted inside a church during Mass. On-duty reporters, photographers or videographers must maintain a respectable distance from the altar and must not stand in the church's center aisle, front row, or the space between the sanctuary and the congregation. Additionally, the privacy of individuals receiving Holy Communion must be respected at all times and photos/videos are generally not permitted. Please direct further questions to the Office of Communications and Public Relations.
About the Archdiocese of Newark
The Archdiocese of Newark, under the leadership of Cardinal Joseph W. Tobin, C.Ss.R., the sixth archbishop of Newark, serves approximately 1.3 million Catholics in 212 parishes and 74 primary and secondary Catholic schools throughout the counties of Bergen, Essex, Hudson, and Union. The Archdiocese serves the northern New Jersey community through faith, education, and social services.
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