In Newark, a New Generation Is Finding the Catholic Faith

Jun 1, 2026 - 04:00
In Newark, a New Generation Is Finding the Catholic Faith
Reena Rose Sibayan
Confirmands Allegra McMahon, left, and Maria Russo, center, hug after the Mass of confirmation at St. Ann Church in Hoboken, New Jersey, on Sunday, May 24, 2026.

From young professionals in Hoboken to immigrants from around the world, new Catholics in the New Jersey archdiocese are embracing the faith after intensive spiritual formation and prayer.