St. Mary’s Church invites our parish community to take part in Called By Name, a special initiative across the Archdiocese of Newark focused on encouraging priestly vocations.
Beginning on Good Shepherd Sunday (April 25/26, 2026) and continuing through June 5, this campaign invites all of us to do something simple but powerful: pray and reflect. Consider the young men in your life who show a love for God and others, and who might be open to learning more about the priesthood.
On Good Shepherd Sunday, you’ll hear from our priests about their own vocation stories and the importance of this moment in the life of the Church. After prayerful consideration, parishioners will have the opportunity to submit names—either in church or online—throughout the campaign period.
Those who are nominated will receive a gentle invitation and resources from the Archdiocese to help them explore whether God may be calling them to serve.
We encourage everyone to take part in this effort through prayer and discernment. For full details, including how to participate, please see the attached information.
Let us keep this intention close to our hearts:
Lord, send us many holy priests. Amen.