Our Mission

To provide a prayerful voice, attentive to the Spirit, through which the Faithful
can actively participate in the governance and guidance of the
Catholic Church.

Our Goals

To support survivors of clergy sexual abuse
To support priests of integrity
To shape structural change within the Catholic Church

VOTFNJ began in August, 2002 with its first meeting at the Birchwood Manor in Whippany.   VOTFNJ holds meetings hosting fine speakers, including some with national reputations. Every other week it also meets to celebrate the Eucharist. We invite you to be part of this loving community!  Come and get to know us.  Join us at an upcoming VOTFNJ event.  We look forward to welcoming you soon.

COORDINATING TEAM & VOLUNTEERS: VOTFNJ is managed by a coordinating team that is assisted by a dedicated group of volunteers committed to the VOTF's mission and goals.

Serving on the Coordinating Team are: Theresa Padovano, Facilitator; Carol Achord, Bernice Anglin, Janet Bonar, Maria Cleary, Christina Genest, Robert Hoatson, Richard Johnston, Joe Lynaugh, Frances Malloy, Beatrice Mondare, Mary Murphy, Carole Rogers, Charles & Juanita Saco, Louise and Chuck Schaefer and Ed Sullivan.

We invite you to be part of this loving community!  Come and get to know us.  Join us at an upcoming VOTFNJ event.  We look forward to welcoming you soon.