Masses and Prayer Services
The Diocese of Harrisburg’s Black History Mass will be celebrated Sunday, February 9 at 12:15 p.m. at St. Patrick Cathedral in Harrisburg, by Bishop Timothy Senior. The Philadelphia Gospel Choir will be present for this occasion to lead us in song, celebrating the universality of the Catholic Church. Following Mass, there will be a brief social gathering. Any questions, please call Deacon Armando Torres, Director of Culture & Outreach, at 717-657-4804, ext. 221.
A Charismatic Mass with prayers for healing will be celebrated at St. Theresa Church in New Cumberland, February 4 at 7 p.m. Father Anthony Dill, Vice Chancellor for the Diocese and pastor of St. Francis of Assisi Parish in Harrisburg, will be the celebrant. For more information, call Vicki at 717-364-6260 or Mary Ann at 717-512-3628.
Join the Sisters of Saints Cyril and Methodius for Eucharistic Adoration, Tuesday, February 4. Adoration will begin at the Basilica of Saints Cyril and Methodius in Danville with Mass at 9 a.m. Adorers are welcome to visit the Blessed Sacrament throughout the day. The closing of 40 Hours will begin at 5 p.m. and will include Evening Prayer, a Reflection, and Benediction of the Blessed Sacrament in the Basilica. All are welcome to the evening service, or to spend quiet time in prayer during the day.
Mass in the Croatian language will be celebrated at Prince of Peace-Assumption BVM Church in Steelton, Sunday, February 2 at 5 p.m. Father Maurus Dolcic, TOR, from Washington, D.C., will celebrate Mass. Confessions will begin at 4 p.m.
The annual Italian Mass for the Feast of St. Joseph will be celebrated Sunday, March 23, at 1:30 p.m. at St. Joan of Arc Church in Hershey by Father Joshua Brommer, chaplain of the Italian Apostolate. Through the generosity of the Collura and Manzella families, a traditional St. Joseph Altar will be created in the social hall, where the Italian Apostolate Committee will provide a dinner reception after Mass. For information, contact Maria DiSanto at 717-554-5698 or disanto1@comcast.net, or Mariella Amato at 717-278-9420.
Masses in American Sign Language at St. Joseph Church in Mechanicsburg will be celebrated by Father Michael Depcik, chaplain for the Deaf Ministry in the Archdiocese of Baltimore. The Masses will be at 4 p.m. on February 23, April 27 and June 1. The Masses are entirely in ASL, with no voice interpretation, although everyone is welcome if they would like to experience an ASL Mass.
Join the St. Monica Society of St Margaret Mary Parish in Harrisburg and Father Paul Clark, J.C.L., Judicial Vicar of the Diocese of Harrisburg and pastor of St. Matthew Parish in Dauphin, for a Holy Hour of hope and petition for loved ones who are away from the Church. The Holy Hour of Adoration will take place February 13 from 6:30-7:30 p.m.
Retreats & Pilgrimages
The Diocese of Harrisburg is organizing a young adult pilgrimage to Assisi and Rome for the 2025 Jubilee of Young People from July 26-August 5, 2025. All young adults ages 18-39 at the time of the trip are invited to join. For details, please contact Zack Haney at zhaney@hbgdiocese.org.
St. Katharine Drexel Parish in Mechanicsburg is taking a pilgrimage to the canonization of Blessed Carlo Acutis, April 22-30. Join Father Ken Smith, pastor, on the pilgrimage with George’s International Travel. Daily Mass, tour guide, stays in first-class hotels. Cost per person is $4895 for double occupancy with a supplement of $1,150 for a single occupancy. RSVP and deposits are due February 7. Contact Karen Hurley at 717-919-4818 or visit https://www.skdparish.com/pilgrimage-to-canonization-of-blessed-carlo-acutis-april-22-30-2025/.
Join Father Ken Smith on a pilgrimage to Poland and the Czech Republic, September 16-26, 2025. The trip includes daily Mass, professional local guides, nine nights accommodation in first-class, four-star hotels (two nights in Warsaw, four nights in Krakow, three nights in Prague), breakfast and dinner daily, land transportation by private deluxe motorcoach. Cost is $4,689 per person/double occupancy. For a brochure with complete details, please contact Karen Hurley at k.m.hurley1@gmail.com or sales@georgesintl.com.
Education & Enrichment
A human trafficking awareness event will be hosted by the Diocese of Harrisburg on Monday, February 24 from 6:30-8:30 p.m. at the Diocesan Center in Harrisburg. The evening will feature Bishop Timothy Senior; Felicita Brugo Onetti, USCCB’s Human Trafficking Education and Outreach Coordinator; and Patty Seaman, Peace Promise’s Executive Director of Client Services. For more information and to register, visit www.hbgdiocese.org/events.
Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary Parish in Lebanon will sponsor a Women’s Morning of Reflection on Tuesday, February 18, from 8:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. We will gather at 8:30 for the Rosary, Holy Mass at 9, followed by a reflection, “Food for the Spiritual Journey” and Q&A with our pastor, Father Robert Gillelan. Food for the physical journey (lunch) is also included. Women from all parishes are invited to attend. There is no cost, but in order to plan accordingly, please register by calling the church office at 717-272-5674.
A Beginning Experience weekend for those suffering the loss of a spouse through death, divorce or separation will take place May 2-4 at Camp Kirchenwald in Lebanon County. Beginning Experience is your Church at work to provide help, healing and spiritual restoration. For more information on the program or to register for a weekend program, please see the Harrisburg Diocesan website: http://www.hbgdiocese.org/, or check www.beginningexperience.org, or contact the team lead, Julie, at 717-379-0800.
Holy Spirit Parish in Palmyra is starting its fifth grief support group for individuals suffering from the loss of a spouse, an adult child, or a parent. It will start the week of March 3 and run for 10 weeks. The group will not exceed 10 people and will meet at Holy Spirit Church once a week. Time and day are to be determined by attendees. To join or for more information, please email griefsupport@hspalmyra.com.
Upcoming Women of Grace Foundational Studies in the Diocese: Holy Name of Jesus Parish in Harrisburg will have a study beginning Wednesday evening February 26 from 6-8 p.m. for nine weeks. Contact Linda Kanzleiter- Keister at 717-514-9419 (leave message) or lkanzkei@msn.com. Study materials will be available. Authored by Johnnette Benkovic Williams, discover the gift of authentic femininity, holiness of life, and God’s awesome purpose and mission for you in the world today. Join us and find out how you can fulfill your call as a woman of grace in the world today.
Events & Fundraisers
The Harrisburg Diocesan Council of Catholic Women announces its annual awards scholarships for high school senior girls. The applicant needs to be sponsored by a mother, grandmother/guardian who is a member of a parish Council of Catholic Women. Applications can be found at https://www.harrisburgdiocesanccw.com/hdccw-scholarship. The deadline for applications is May 1, 2025. Questions regarding the award may be directed to Joyce Scott at 717-737-0927 or joynbob10@aol.com or Judy Andidora at hdccwscholarship@gmail.com.
The Harrisburg Diocesan Council of Catholic Women is seeking nominations for the Our Lady of Good Counsel Award and the Golden Rose Award. The Our Lady of Good Counsel Award is for a woman in the Diocese who has made a significant contribution at any level of Council. The Golden Rose Award is intended to recognize young women in the Diocese who have made a significant contribution to their parish and community in service and leadership. Nomination packets can be found on the HDCCW website at https://www.harrisburgdiocesanccw.com/contests-and-awards or requested via email to hdccwolgcaward@gmail.com. The deadline for nominations is March 31, 2025. Questions regarding either award may be directed to Alycia Laureti at hdccwolgcaward@gmail.com.
Mother Cabrini Parish in Shamokin will have a spaghetti dinner on Sunday, February 2. Eat in or take out. Cost is $12 per dinner and includes spaghetti with two meatballs, side salad, garlic bread and dessert. Tickets are on sale at the parish office during office hours. Anyone wishing to donate baked goods can drop them off at the church hall Saturday morning, February 1, between 8 a.m. and noon.
The Men’s Club and Knights of Columbus of Immaculate Conception BVM Parish in Fairfield will have an all-you-can-eat spaghetti dinner in the parish hall on Sunday, February 16, from 3-6 p.m. Dinner includes spaghetti, meatballs, sausage, salad, bread stick, drinks and dessert. Carry-outs are available. Cost is $10 for adults, $5 for children 6 to 12 and under 6 are free. All are welcome; no reservations are needed. For additional information, call 717-642-8815.
The Columbiettes of St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Parish in Mechanicsburg will be hosting “Mardi Gras” Bingo on Sunday, March 2, in Waldron Hall from 1-4 p.m. Doors open at 12:15 and food is available for purchase. Tickets are $25 each. For more information about pre-sales, please call Jean at 717-433-1588.
St. Philip the Apostle Knights of Columbus Council 17028 in conjunction with St. Philip Women’s Auxiliary will have a Mardi Gras Cash Bingo on March 2 at St. Philip the Apostle Parish in Millersville. Twenty cash bingo games, 50/50 special games, huge jackpot, raffles, door prizes and food available for purchase. Doors open 12:30 p.m. and games start at 2 p.m. All tickets are $25. Advance tickets will include a 3-game jackpot card and may be reserved by calling 717-872-2166 and selecting the Bingo option before 4 p.m. on Friday, February 28. At-door jackpot cards sold separately.
The Music Under the Dome concert series at St. Patrick Cathedral in Harrisburg continues with two separate performances in February. “Four Choirs Concert: An Evening of Collegiate Choral Music” takes place February 9 at 6 p.m., featuring choirs from Bucknell University, Lebanon Valley College, Messiah University and Susquehanna University. On February 23 at 3 p.m., join the Cathedral’s principal organist, Evan Brickner, for an organ recital featuring Alexandre Guilmant’s Organ Sonata No. 1, Op. 42. The concerts are free and open to the public.
York Catholic Middle & High School will have its Winter Open House on Thursday, February 6, from 6-7:30 p.m. by appointment. Learn what life at YC is like and see everything YC has to offer students (grades 7-12) and their families. Take a tour of the newly renovated campus, talk with York Catholic teachers and administrators, meet current students and hear their experiences, and learn about the 45+ sports and 60+ activities available. Space is limited and pre-registration is required to attend. For more information, contact York Catholic Middle & High School at 717-846-8871, ext. 1354.
The Ancient Order of Hibernians will have their annual St. Patrick’s Day Party on Saturday, March 15 at the West Shore Elks Club, with proceeds to benefit the Trinity High School Scholarship Fund. The social, music and cash bar begins at 5 p.m. Dinner features a full Irish buffet at 6 p.m. Silent auction, live entertainment by “Celtic Wood & Wires” and the “McGinley Irish Dancers. Tickets are $40 per person and must be purchased by March 7; contact Tom Zugay at 717-761-2950 or Tzugay1958@gmail.com.
Bishop McDevitt High School in Harrisburg will have its 37th annual Blue & Gold Gala, March 29 at the Premier Best Western in Harrisburg. The evening will feature delicious food, live music and great company, while supporting Bishop McDevitt High School. This year’s theme is “Diamonds in the Moonlight.” Purchase tickets in the month of January and save 15%. For more information, visit: Fans Pledge. Teams Perform. Everyone Wins! | PledgeIt for Charities.
The Men’s Club of St. James Parish in Lititz will have a special Bingo on Sunday, February 2, at the parish. Doors open at 12:30 p.m., games begin at 2 p.m. $1,000 guaranteed jackpot, and plenty of food. Call 717-333-5620 for more information or to reserve a table.
St. John the Baptist School in New Freedom is planning its annual online auction. The week-long virtual event will be online March 26 at 8 a.m. until April 2 at 8 p.m. The link for the online auction is: https://tinyurl.com/SJBAuction2025. View the items now; bidding begins March 26. The auction annually has a wide range of more than 100 items to bid on. For any questions or to donate items, contact Development Director, Sarah Shaffer, at 717-235-3525, ext. 213.
Job Openings
St. Francis Xavier Parish in Gettysburg is seeking a part-time Director of Music, responsible for planning, coordinating and executing the music program as it relates to the celebration of parish. In addition to directing the Adult Choir, this position serves as a liaison to the SFX school music teacher/children’s choir director and liaison to the Coordinator of Music for Spanish liturgies. This position works closely with the pastor in the areas of liturgy, music and environment. Must be a Catholic in good standing and have a working knowledge of Church teaching, Catholic sacramental theology, current liturgical norms and practices of the Church and Diocese. Should be accomplished in one or more of the following areas: organ, piano (or other keyboard), voice, choral direction, or guitar. This person should be an active and visible member of the parish community. An understanding of parish structure and ministry is helpful as well as an understanding of the Spanish language and bilingual liturgies. Candidates should have any relevant degree in Liturgy, Theology, Music or Church Music, or a Certificate in Liturgy or Liturgical Music; or a certificate from a lay ministry formation program. Experience as a choir director required. Experience in direction of music for Catholic liturgies preferred. The full job description is available to view at www.hbgdiocese.org/careers.
Sisters of Saints Cyril and Methodius and Maria Hall are searching for a Personal Care Aide/Nurse’s Aide Certified Medication Technician, full-time, second shift, working 40 hours per week, rotating weekends and holidays. We offer benefits and paid vacation. Send your resumé to Stacy Cole in Human Resources at scole@sscm.org or call 570-275-3581 with any questions.
The Sisters of Saints Cyril and Methodius in Danville are searching for a full-time cook and a full-time dishwasher. Both positions are 10 a.m.-6:30 p.m., mandatory rotating weekends and holidays. Send your resumé to Annette McBryan, Supervisor, at ma2031@metzcorp.com or call 570-275-3581, ext. 107, with any questions.
Our Mother of Perpetual Help in Ephrata is seeking a full-time Finance Manager (35 hours per week, Monday-Friday). This person will be responsible for assisting the pastor and principal in the financial administration of the parish and school. Looking for someone with an understanding of business and accounting principles with excellent organizational skills. Proficiency in Excel is required. Please send resumé with a cover letter to omphfin@omph.org. If you have any questions, please contact the Parish Office at 717-733-9641.
Holy Infant Parish in Manchester is seeking applications for an Administrative Assistant. This role is a full-time, paid position that plays a critical role in the daily operations of our parish. The Administrative Assistant will be responsible for managing key administrative tasks, supporting and leading liturgical programs, and ensuring clear and timely communication for ministry and outreach initiatives. A key part of the position is the recruitment of staff, and leading of curriculum, across our thriving Religious Education program each year that touches the lives of 80-100 of the parish youth. Reporting directly to Father Dominic, the individual in this role will collaborate closely with clergy, staff, volunteers and external vendors to maintain the efficiency and organization of our parish family. We are seeking a welcoming, personable candidate with strong communication and organizational skills, and experience in elementary and/or intermediate grade level education, to represent our Church to prospective new members and our broader congregation. This position offers a competitive salary, benefits and 401(k) package. If you are interested or would like more details, contact Barb Murdocca at barbmurdocca@gmail.com. Interested applicants can submit their resumé to Barb with a copy to Ken Miller kenneth.miller@pixelle.com. Interviews will be scheduled individually and begin in late January.
Holy Spirit Parish in Palmyra is seeking a parish manager, responsible for assisting the pastor in the overall administration of the parish with respect to all matters pertaining to personnel, finance, buildings and grounds, parish committees and organizations, and scheduling. A bachelor’s degree in accounting or business administration or its equivalent is required, as well as a minimum of three years’ experience in business administration and personnel supervision. Experience with parish operations is preferred. The individual must have a working knowledge of Church teaching and an understanding of the mission/vision/philosophy of a Roman Catholic parish. The parish manager is a steward of the physical, financial and personnel resources of the parish and enables other ministries to function effectively. The parish manager values the ethical and efficient management of resources and thus enables the parish to fulfill its mission and purpose. The preferred candidate will also have experience in the management/oversight of capital campaigns and building projects. Resumés may be submitted to Pastor@hspalmyra.com and Manager@hspalmyra.com.
St. Joseph Parish in Hanover is looking to hire a parish manager. Must be a dynamic, hardworking person with a passion for parish life who can take on many organizational and administrative responsibilities to assist the pastor. St. Joseph Parish is a multicultural community, so the ability to communicate in the Spanish language is a plus, but not required. This individual reports directly to the pastor. This is a full-time position and salary will be commensurate with education and experience. If you are a working supervisor who is organized, strong in leadership, human resources, planning, teamwork, have a missionary vision, and the right experience for the job within a multicultural community, then apply for the position of parish manager in writing to St. Joseph Roman Catholic Church, 5055 Grandview Road, Hanover PA 17331, Attn: Fr. Michael Rothan, or email to frmrothan@hbgdiocese.org.
La Salle Academy (LSA) in West Kensington, Pa., is seeking a principal for its independent, Catholic elementary school. As a San Miguel model school, LSA is dedicated to serving low-income and at-risk students in grades 3-8 and 3rdthrough 8th and operates an Extended Year Program (11-months), Extended School Day, and class size not exceeding 15 students. Run in the tradition of the Christian Brothers and the Sisters of St. Joseph, LSA is owned by a dedicated and committed Board of Trustees. La Salle Academy offers a competitive salary, a comprehensive benefits package and a 403b retirement plan. View the full job description at: description: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1H0SgJ7PmbcIgK4nboGZEx9CwuUyKjRtd/view?usp=sharing. Send resumé and letter of interest to Maria Walker, President, at mwalker@lasalleacademy.net.
