Cardinal Tobin of Newark, NJ, to undergo surgery for mass on his kidney
October 29, 2026By OSV News OSV News Filed Under: Feature, News, World News NEWARK, N.J. (OSV News) — Cardinal Joseph W. Tobin of Newark has been found to have a kidney mass and is scheduled to undergo surgery on Oct. 29 to remove it, according to an archdiocesan announcement. “Testing to date indicates that the mass appears confined to the kidney, and his doctors are optimistic about his outlook,” the archdiocese said Oct. 28. “Examination of the mass following surgery will determine its nature and help guide any further treatment.” In its announcement, the archdiocese said it appreciated the faithful’s “understanding and respect for Cardinal Tobin’s privacy during this time.” “We kindly ask that you refrain from contacting Cardinal Tobin, his family or Archdiocesan staff for interviews or information. Thank you for your consideration and continued prayers,” it said. A native of…