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PERTH AMBOY – The current mental health crisis affecting many people in our country has led Bishop Checchio of the Metuchen Diocese to request Catholic Charities, Diocese of Metuchen (CCDOM) to address this significant need. As a leading social service provider in central and western New Jersey, CCDOM did just that and has launched a transformative initiative to address the pressing mental health crisis. Announced in February 2024, the innovative Mental Health Navigator program, rooted in the principles of Catholic social teaching, marks a significant step towards providing essential mental health support and resources to those in need.

Dear Sisters and Brothers in Christ, I trust this letter finds you well and uplifted as we continue to embrace the Easter season's blessings. I am grateful to be able to share the news of a vital initiative being launched by Catholic Charities, Diocese of Metuchen, to extend mental health services to those in our community who are in need.

In the spirit of this sacred time, as our Jewish brothers and sisters enter into the celebration of Passover, may we all reflect on the profound significance of G_d working in our midst. Commemorating our shared history and journey from bondage to freedom, we are united this day in remembering those among us who may feel oppressed, burdened, or marginalized. Especially at this moment, marked by uncertainty and difficulty, let us unite in prayer, seeking the guidance and strength of the Almighty.

WASHINGTON – “It is with gratitude to the Holy Father that we receive his Apostolic Blessing upon the participants in the National Eucharistic Congress, and for the opportunity for Catholics in our country to obtain a plenary indulgence by participating in the events of the Eucharistic Revival,” said Archbishop Timothy P. Broglio, president of the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops.