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Cardinal Tobin emphasizes Mary's role in pastoral conversion efforts

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American Catholic Tribune Feb 7, 2025

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Cardinal Joseph W. Tobin, C.Ss.R., D.D. Archbishop | Archdiocese of Newark website

Cardinal Joseph W. Tobin, Archbishop of Newark, shared insights on pastoral conversion and missionary discipleship in a recent message to the community. He emphasized the role of the Virgin Mary as a model for the Church's mission.

In his address, Cardinal Tobin reiterated his vision for the Archdiocese of Newark, aligning with Pope Francis's call for communities to advance in pastoral and missionary conversion. "Espero que todas las comunidades procuren poner los medios necesarios para avanzar en el camino de una conversión pastoral y misionera," he stated.

The cardinal highlighted that Jesus himself is the path to follow, inviting believers to repent and share His love and truth. "Además, nos invita a ser Sus testigos y a compartir Su amor y Su verdad con todos los que encontramos," he added.

Cardinal Tobin also pointed out that pastoral conversion and missionary discipleship are longstanding aspects of Christian life, citing figures like Saint Peter and Saint Paul from early Church history. The Blessed Virgin Mary was presented as an exemplary figure for believers. "En muchos sentidos, la Santísima Virgen María es el modelo de todo lo que la Iglesia hace como comunidad de creyentes," he said.

He referred to Pope Francis's image of the Church as a nurturing mother, contrasting it with a cold teacher imposing ideas. The Church should guide with patience and mercy without closing its doors to those who have lost their way. "La Iglesia no tiene miedo de entrar con ellos en la noche más oscura para darles esperanza," Cardinal Tobin quoted Pope Francis.

The cardinal praised Mary's faith journey as one marked by grace and redemption even before she accepted her divine vocation. Her life exemplifies how Christians should embrace God's will despite challenges.

Concluding his message, Cardinal Tobin urged looking up to Mary as a guide while discerning God's will for the future of their community: "Mientras nuestra Arquidiócesis continúa discerniendo la voluntad de Dios para nuestro futuro... Que por su intercesión crezcamos en santidad."

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