About Rev Rose

Rev. Rose Cohen Hassan holds a Masters of Divinity as well as a Masters of Sacred Theology in Spiritual Direction from the General Theological Seminary in New York. She is also a Certified Professional Life Coach with certification from The International Coach Federation and the Coaches Training Institute.  She was awarded a Bachelor of Arts in Philosophy and Theology from Molloy College in Rockville Centre, NY.  In addition, she first received training from the Interim Ministry Network and later received training in Appreciative Inquiry and Transition Ministry with the Rev. Robert Voyle.  Most recently she has trained with the Lombard Mennonite Peace Center, first studying Conflict Mediation, and then participating in three years of Family and Church Systems study at the Clergy Clinic and Advanced Clergy Clinic.

Having been ordained an Episcopal Priest in 1993, she brings a passion for social justice, mission to and with the community, collaborative decision making, and creative worship to each congregation she serves.  Rev. Rose is presently the Interim of the Episcopal Church of St. Andrew & Holy Communion in South Orange, NJ. Before serving at St. Andrew’s, she was the Priest-in-Charge of the Episcopal Church of St. Luke and St. Mary in Hope and Belvidere, which is in rural Warren County, NJ.  Previously she served in Hudson County, as the Associate Rector of Trinity Parish in Bergen Point, Bayonne, NJ and Manager of Social Services at the Windmill Alliance, Inc. preceded by being the Vicar of Trinity Episcopal Church in Kearny, NJ.

Rev. Rose’s spirituality is enhanced by her love of the outdoors. As an avid gardener, she nurtures her flowers and her ministry is aptly focused on growing deep spiritual roots in the congregation and in the community at large.  Her enthusiasm for life is shared with her wife, Judy and dog, Harlee.  Her adult son, Dave, lives in Santa Barbara, California.

Knowing that God’s love is what binds all of us, she receives her inspiration from long walks on the beach, quiet reading, photography, and trying to learn the bass ukulele..

 

Diocesan Seal

The Diocese and the Anglican Church

The Diocese of Newark is part of the worldwide Anglican Communion represented in the United States (as well as some other parts of the world) by The Episcopal Church. It was established in 1874 as the Diocese of Northern New Jersey by the third Bishop of New Jersey, William Henry Odenheimer, who then became its first Bishop. In 1886 the diocese changed its name to the Diocese of Newark.

The diocese comprises the northern third of New Jersey, with congregations in Bergen, Essex, Hudson, Morris, Passaic, Sussex, Warren, and Union counties. More than 3.5 million people live within its bounds. It is a largely urban diocese, and includes the two largest cities in the state, Newark and Jersey City. The western and northern portions of the diocese are far less densely populated, some areas being rural in character, wooded and mountainous. Of New Jersey’s 566 municipalities, 206 are located in the diocese.

There are 96 congregations and 4 affiliated worshipping communities located in the Diocese of Newark. There are approximately 26,000 worshipping Episcopalians and we have over 200 active ordained clergy, both men and women. Our worship and liturgical expression is vibrant and varied, ranging from Anglo-Catholic to liberation to conservative to liberal Protestant to Evangelical.

We believe we are called by Jesus Christ, whose power transforms us into a new community. Together, we strive to express that transformation in the world around us. The Diocese of Newark collaborates with God in the mission of Jesus in the 21st century, providing opportunities to grow spiritually, to serve and advocate for those who are marginalized, and to receive expressions of healing and care.

We are proud to have been among the first dioceses to ordain women to the priesthood and to ordain openly gay clergy. Our passion for diversity and inclusion has called us to be among the leading advocates for equality and justice for people of all races, cultures, religions, and socio-economic backgrounds.

We enjoy a strong mutually supportive ministry with the Diocese of Panama and our congregations are engaged in mission throughout the world, in places like the Dominican Republic, Haiti, and Cameroon.

About the Episcopal Church

What is the Episcopal Church?
It is a nationwide Christian denomination and is part of the worldwide Anglican Communion. The Anglican Communion was begun by Henry VIIIth in England when he sought independence from the political rule of the Roman Catholic Church. We vary in worship and building style, but we all are part of the Anglican family.

Where does St. Andrew and Holy Communion fit in?
We are part of the Episcopal Diocese of Newark, which has 93 congregations in Northern New Jersey. Our worship is Communion centered with music that includes traditional Anglican music, music from the American Black tradition, and music from ethnic groups represented at SAHC (Barbados, Guyana, Jamaica, Nigeria, and Liberia.)

How does an Episcopal Church differ from other denominations?
We are Catholic in structure with Bishops, Priests, and Deacons. Our liturgies are similar to those of the Roman Catholic Church; however, our lay people play integral roles with responsibility in the governance and decision-making for the whole Body of the church.

Video message from Bishop Carlye

 

Wardens and Vestry members

Wardens
Mr. Jerrick Rutherford, Senior Warden, Class of 2025
Mr. Dale Ellis, Junior Warden, Class of 2026

Vestry
Class of 2025: Ms. Arleen Brown, Ms. Barbara Greaves, Ms. Celine Umegbolu
Class of 2026: Ms. Nancy Farrell, Ms. Debora Pitman, Ms. Adrienne Prothro

Class of 2027: Ms. Mmaezi Chiobi, Ms. Eva Kresofsky, Ms. Famatta Manu, Mr. Olusey Sokan

Church Staff

All the People of God, Ministers

The Most Reverend Michael Bruce Curry, Presiding Bishop

The Right Reverend Carlye J. Hughes, Bishop of the Diocese of Newark

The Reverend Rose Cohen Hassan, Interim Priest-in-Charge

Mr. Donald C. Morris, Director of Music

Ms. Audie Odum-Stellato, Part time Parish Administrator

Ms. Vanessa Beazer, Parish Social Worker

Ms. Barbara Carter, Assistant Secretary

Ms. Susie Hart Ellis and Ms. Tamicha Adams, Sunday School Teachers

Ms. Joanne Douds and Mr. Lusiane Shannon, Youth Group Facilitators

Ms. Kathy Yamaoka & Ms. Grey Ellis, Confirmation Class Facilitators

Ms. Carmen Tudor, Coffee Hour Facilitator