Forward in Faith

What is Forward in Faith Together: Our Road Ahead?

Forward in Faith Together: Our Road Ahead is Cardinal Joseph W. Tobin’s pastoral vision for the Archdiocese of Newark. It seeks to establish a positive path forward for the faithful, the clergy, and the Archdiocese while simultaneously addressing crucial challenges of the past and present. It is a foundation for healing that addresses the hurt and mistrust within our community, reinforces the changes we have begun to implement, and provides a firm foundation for our lives as missionary disciples of Jesus. Forward in Faith Together will ensure that we flourish as a community of disciples, companions of our Lord, Jesus Christ.

The Six Pillars of Forward in Faith Together

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Resources

Forward in Faith Together: Our Road Ahead is Cardinal Joseph W. Tobin’s pastoral vision for the Archdiocese of Newark. It seeks to establish a positive path forward for the faithful, the clergy, and the Archdiocese while simultaneously addressing crucial challenges of the past and present. It is a foundation for healing that addresses the hurt and mistrust within our community, reinforces the changes we have begun to implement, and provides a firm foundation for our lives as missionary disciples of Jesus. The documents below are a sampling of resources available to everyone.

Toolkit for Parishes and Schools

We are pleased to share an opportunity for parishes, schools, and faith formation leaders to help promote the pastoral vision for the Archdiocese of Newark. Forward in Faith Together: Our Road Ahead is based on nearly three years of listening to parishioners, clergy, religious, school staff, and the faithful. As part of our Archdiocesan rollout of the vision, the resources below are now available for you to share with your community to support and help spread this vision.

See what parishioners are saying about Forward in Faith Together: Our Road Ahead