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Cardinal Joseph Tobin to undergo surgery for kidney mass

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Catholic IntelligenceUpdated 1 min read

Cardinal Joseph Tobin of the Archdiocese of Newark is scheduled to undergo surgery on Oct. 29, 2026, to remove a mass found in his kidney.

The Archdiocese of Newark announced Oct. 28 that medical testing indicates the mass appears confined to the kidney. Doctors expressed optimism regarding the cardinal's outlook. An examination of the mass following the procedure will determine its nature and guide any further treatment.

Cardinal Tobin, a member of the Redemptorist congregation, said in a statement that he is grateful to his medical team and asked for the prayers of the faithful. He stated his intention to resume his full duties within a few weeks after the surgery.

The archdiocese requested that the public respect the cardinal's privacy and refrain from contacting him, his family, or archdiocesan staff for interviews or information. Messages of support may be sent to the cardinal through the archdiocese office of communications in Newark.

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Earlier version, Thursday 29 October

Cardinal Tobin to undergo surgery for kidney mass on Oct. 29

Earlier version, Thursday 29 October

Cardinal Joseph Tobin to undergo surgery on Oct. 29

Earlier version, Wednesday 28 October

Cardinal Tobin to undergo surgery on Oct. 29

How the coverage unfolded

  1. Oct 28, 7:14 AM Archdiocese of Newark Cardinal Tobin Health Diagnosis
  2. Oct 28, 8:34 AM The Monitor Cardinal Tobin health diagnosis; surgery scheduled Oct. 29
  3. Oct 28, 12:48 PM Riposte Catholique Français États-Unis: le cardinal Tobin doit subir une intervention chirurgicale
  4. Oct 28, 1:51 PM OSV News Cardinal Tobin of Newark, NJ, to undergo surgery for mass on his kidney
  5. Oct 28, 1:30 PM Catholic News Agency Cardinal Tobin asks for prayers as he heads to surgery for mass in kidney
  6. Oct 28, 2:14 PM National Catholic Register Cardinal Tobin Asks for Prayers as He Heads to Surgery for Mass in Kidney
  7. Oct 28, 1:50 PM The Catholic Sun Cardinal Tobin of Newark, NJ, to undergo surgery for mass on his kidney
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  9. Oct 28, 11:12 PM Vida Nueva Español El cardenal Tobin, intervenido para extirparle un tumor en el riñón
  10. Oct 29, 11:46 AM America Cardinal Tobin of Newark, NJ, to undergo surgery for mass on his kidney
  11. Oct 29, 2:00 PM Catholic Review Cardinal Tobin of Newark, NJ, to undergo surgery for mass on his kidney

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  2. Oct 29, 4:23 AM PT Morning Keys: Cardinal Tobin heads into kidney surgery
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  4. Oct 1, 12:00 PM PT Cardinal Tobin: The Holy Rosary is our greatest weapon in the struggle for peace
  5. Sep 22, 12:52 PM PT Cardinal Tobin Establishes Parish Mission Renewal Office
  6. Sep 3, 12:00 PM PT Cardinal Tobin writes on true beauty
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  9. Aug 6, 12:00 PM PT Cardinal Tobin reflects on God's quiet voice
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