Roman Catholic Diocese of Paterson

06/11/2026

From Bishop Kevin J. Sweeney, posting a “Part 2” during the USCCB’s Spring Assembly in Orlando, Fl.:

What a wonderful blessing to be part of a historic and prayerful moment and celebrate the Mass of Consecration of the United States of America to the Most Sacred Heart of Jesus on the occasion of the 250th Anniversary of the Declaration of Independence!! The cover of the Mass Booklet & the Beautiful Prayer of Consecration “say it all”.

May God bless America! 🙏🇺🇸

06/11/2026

From Bishop Kevin J. Sweeney attending the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops Spring Plenary in Orlando, Fl.:

We just arrived at the Basilica of the National Shrine of Mary, Queen of the Universe (https://maryqueenoftheuniverse.org/ )

We will have a Holy Hour of Adoration from 2:30 - 3:30 and Mass and the Consecration at 4pm. Please pray for us. We will be praying for you and for our Country 🙏🙏🙏

06/11/2026

Ninety-eight proud Morris Catholic High School graduates in Denville, N.J., received diplomas on June 4 during a commencement in the school’s gym. Bishop Kevin J. Sweeney helped distribute the diplomas during the ceremony, which included a Mass.

Bishop Sweeney presided over the Mass. Concelebrating were several priests, including Father Paul Manning, vicar for evangelization and education of the Paterson Diocese, N.J.; Father Peter Clarke, the school’s president; and Father Carmen Buono, a retired diocesan priest who serves as a part-time chaplain at Morris Catholic.

Many students, faculty, and staff participated in graduation events that day.

Morris Catholic’s valedictorian was Jack Smitreski, while its salutatorian was Oliva Lopes. The Class of 2026 earned a total of $20,541,477 in scholarships and financial aid.

Afterward, the high school posted on social media, “What a beautiful day to celebrate Morris Catholic’s graduation. The graduates of the Class of 2026 have amazing futures ahead of them. We are beyond proud.”

Beacon photos/Joe Gigli

See more photos here:
https://beaconnj.org/proud-day-as-98-morris-catholic-graduates-receive-diplomas/

06/11/2026

From Bishop Kevin J. Sweeney, longtime N.Y. Knicks fan, on last night's Game 5 NBA Finals win:

An amazing comeback and WIN from the Knicks!! OG got the rebound and made the game-winning tip, but the whole team never quit, kept believing and playing!! Let’s go, Knicks!!

Read more of the NorthJersey.com story, which featured Bishop Sweeney here:
https://sports.yahoo.com/articles/faith-meets-fandom-area-clergy-195235940.html

06/10/2026

On June 2, DePaul Catholic High School in Wayne, N.J., handed out diplomas to 129 graduates during commencement outside on the athletic field. The graduation followed a baccalaureate Mass in the school gym.

Bishop Kevin J. Sweeney celebrated the Mass with several priests of the Paterson Diocese, N.J., and later helped distribute the diplomas at the outdoor ceremony. Administration, staff, and faculty members also participated.

Highlighting the achievements of the class, the valedictorian was Cassandra Jourdan, and the salutatorian was Jaidyn Watson. The Class of 2026 earned $57,131,505 in scholarships/financial aid.

Beacon photos/Joe Gigli

See more photos here:
https://beaconnj.org/depaul-catholic-honors-129-graduates-under-sunny-commencement-skies/

06/10/2026

From Bishop Kevin J. Sweeney:

We had a wonderful celebration of the priesthood at our annual Jubilarians’ Mass. Two priests, Msgr. Jim O’Rorke and Father Paul Iovino celebrated 65 years. Bishop Serratelli, celebrating 25 years as a Bishop, gave a beautiful homily. It was a blessing to be together with more than 100 of our priests in prayer and fraternity, especially as we look forward to the Solemnity of the Most Sacred Heart of Jesus on Friday and to the Ordination of 2 new priests on Saturday.

Ad Multos Annos!!

More photos to come!

06/10/2026

This Sunday, the National Eucharistic Pilgrimage arrives in the Paterson Diocese, N.J. Bishop Kevin J. Sweeney sends an invitation to all in his column this week.

Dear Readers, BISHOP KEVIN J. SWEENEY In place of a column this week, I would like to invite you to join me and the Church of our Diocese of Paterson as we welcome the National Eucharistic Pilgrimage on Sunday and Monday, June 14 and 15. I hope that you are already aware of the Pilgrimage, but for m...

06/10/2026

More than 130 supporters of the (TCSF) gathered at Morris County Golf Club in Morristown, N.J., on June 1 for the organization’s 34th Annual Golf Invitational. The event raised $200,000 to provide scholarships for financially disadvantaged students seeking access to a quality, values-based education.

Under sunny skies, the event welcomed 116 golfers, along with participants in pickleball and Mahjong, for a day of fellowship, friendly competition, and philanthropy. Trustees, sponsors, and friends of the organization came together to support Tri-County’s mission to expand educational opportunities for children and families throughout Morris, Passaic, and Sussex counties. The funds enable recipients to attend accredited K-12 independent schools that best meet their educational needs.

Bishop Kevin J. Sweeney of the Paterson Diocese, N.J., joined fellow golfers in support of Tri-County’s mission. He has been a TCSF board member since 2020.

Beacon photos/Joe Gigli

See more photos and read more of Mike Mund's story here:
https://beaconnj.org/golf-invitational-funds-give-disadvantaged-students-swing-at-learning/