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We chose Holy Spirit because... "This is my home. All of the activities, all of what we see at church are a collective effort of putting our faith into action. We don’t see any bystanders here; everyone participates. It’s a humbling and wonderful experience to be part of this community.”  - Member since 1985 Read more

Here is a section of Bishop Hughes's statment: As of this week, all churches in the Diocese of Newark are directed to refrain from public worship. Additionally, all churches will fast from meetings and gatherings in the diocese for the duration of this health crisis. While we do not know when this crisis will end, it seems certain that it will not end before Holy Week and Easter.  For the full statement click on blue DON crest or read below. Read more

Here is a portion of an email sent late on March 13 to our community. At Holy Spirit Verona, we will follow the directive of Bishop Hughes and "fast from public worship" this Sunday, March 15 and the following two Sundays.  Everyone is invited to attend an 8am or 10am service via a Zoom (online video) Conference (see below).  For those without access to a computer or camera, a phone number is provided from which a person could listen to the service.  We hope that you will consider joining us virtually.   Read more

Mar. 13: Eastern congregations to refrain from public worship, other gatherings through Mar. 29 Dear Companions on the Journey,
At our Convention just over a month ago, we focused on a word often found in Holy Scripture, behold. A simple word that sounds old fashioned today. Behold is used to communicate that something important is about to be said or happen in the Bible. When we read or hear that word in the Bible, we could substitute the words: “now listen, this is very important.” Read more