Masses & Prayer Services
The Harrisburg Guild of the Catholic Medical Association will host the annual White Mass at the Cathedral of St. Patrick, Harrisburg, on Sunday, October 31 at 9:30 a.m. Bishop Ronald Gainer will be the celebrant. In these challenging times, now more than ever, Our Lord seeks to refresh and sustain those serving others in illness and suffering. The White Mass provides an opportunity to gather in solidarity and fellowship. Physicians will recite their oath of care at that time. Attendees are welcome to wear their white coats and uniforms. A reception will follow the Mass so that healthcare professionals may meet and learn more about the Guild. While the guild is physician led, all medical professionals and their families are welcome.
The next Caelorum at St. Joan of Arc Church in Hershey will be Wednesday, November 10 at 7 p.m. Join your brothers and sisters in Christ as we come together to adore, praise and worship our Lord and Savior. Feel the power of his presence and never-failing love as he attends to your needs and strengthens and blesses you with his abundant Mercy. For more information, call 717-215-4175.
Our Lady of Mount Carmel Church in Mount Carmel will honor COVID-19 front line workers, those who have died from COVID and all Veterans at the 11 a.m. Mass on Sunday, Nov. 7. The parish is also collecting photos, brief stories and personal reflections about lost loved ones and experiences during the pandemic for a time capsule. Articles for a time capsule can be placed in a basket in front of the altar. All are encouraged to submit their stories. Stories should be submitted prior to Nov. 7.
St. Katharine Drexel Parish Council of Catholic Women invites you to a Service of Remembrance of Deceased Loved Ones on Sunday, Nov. 7 at 2 p.m. You are invited to bring a picture of your loved one to be placed by the altar. The Prayer Service will be held in the church at 1 Peter Drive, Mechanicsburg.
Education & Enrichment
The Order of Malta runs a Pen Pal Program for those in prison and is seeking volunteers to write to inmates. The effort takes a few minutes and a stamp every month. The program is anonymous and presents volunteers with a way to be true to our call to visit Christ in prison. To express interest, please reach out to Maltapenpalprogram@gmail.com. The Order of Malta will provide all of the necessary support and direction.
Retreats & Pilgrimages
You are invited to join Father Ken Smith on a pilgrimage to Austria & Germany including the Passion Play in Oberammergau from September 5-12, 2022. For information, please contact Karen Hurley at k.m.hurley1@gmail.com.
A Beginning Experience Weekend for those suffering the loss of a spouse through death, divorce or separation will be hosted by the Diocesan Beginning Experience Team at Camp Kirchenwald, Lebanon, Pa., Nov. 12-14, 2021. The ecumenical Beginning Experience weekends are an approved program of the Church. Hundreds of persons have been helped to move towards successful, productive, happy lives by attending one of these weekends. The weekend is led by persons who have lost a spouse through death or divorce and are trained in facilitating a weekend. Each Beginning Experience Team is certified by the International Beginning Experience Organization. Beginning Experience is a ministry of the Diocesan Office of Catholic Life and Evangelization. Visit www.hbgdiocese.org and go to “marriage and family” or www.beginningexperience.org. Information can also be obtained by contacting the Harrisburg Beginning Experience Team at 717-379-0800 or jpennat_58@comcast.net.All CDC recommendations will be followed on the weekend.
Events & Fundraisers
Good Shepherd Parish in Camp Hill is sponsoring a deluxe motor coach bus to the 2022 March For Life on Friday, January 21. Round trip from Good Shepherd will be 8 a.m.-6:30 p.m. with a requested donation of $25/person. Contact 717-761-1167, ext. 3613, or dsalldin@thegoodshep.org for information/reservations.
Knights of Columbus Council 12788 in Mechanicsburg is sponsoring a “Nite at the Races” on Nov. 6 in the cafeteria of the Life and Education Center at St. Joseph Parish in Mechanicsburg. Doors open at 5 p.m., with first post time at 5:30. All proceeds benefit funds for the center’s new roof. Admission is $5, Veterans are free if accompanied with paying customer. Advance registration, horse ownership and more information can be found at www.council12788.org/events/. Contact Michael Yakubick at 717-329- 2725 or Myakubick@comcast.net with any questions.
Mary Gate of Heaven Parish in Myerstown is hosting a Fall Fest, Nov. 6 from 9 a.m.-3 p.m. More than 30 vendors and crafters will help you get ready for the holidays, including handmade jewelry and stationery, crafts and sweets, as well as booths from professional businesses. Breakfast and lunch items will be available, including Padre’s Chili, haluski, pierogies, baked mac and cheese, hotdogs and drinks. Event will also feature a bake sale and basket raffles. Bounce houses available for children for a small fee, weather permitting. Admission and parking are free. Find more information by searching “MGH Fall Fest” on Facebook.
Knights of Columbus Council 1426 in Chambersburg will host a Trunk or Treat on Oct. 31 at 336 E. Garfield St., Chambersburg from 1-3 p.m., or until the candy runs out. Event is for children under the age of 16. We ask that children be dressed in costume. Parents, guardians or grandparents will drive into the main parking lot entrance from Garfield Street, follow the cones to the side door, then exit onto Blanchard Ave. The Knights will hand bags of candy through the window of your vehicle. No need to get out of your vehicle for this event.
Knights of Columbus Council 13451 of Our Lady of Lourdes Parish in New Holland’s Wreaths Across America sale will take place after Mass the weekends of Nov. 13-14 and Nov. 20-21. These wreaths will be placed at headstones during ceremonies at Indiantown Gap National Military Cemetery on Saturday, Dec 18 at noon. You can also purchase a wreath to honor our deceased veterans by calling Dave Gallton at 717-381-5627 or Pat Mulrooney at 717-419-6880 before Nov. 30. Wreath purchases can also be made online at www.wreathsacrossamerica.org/pages/18671.
St. Joseph School in York will host an Information Session and Open House, Nov. 3 from 6-7:30 p.m. for current and prospective families. Everyone is welcome to attend a presentation by the District Attorney’s office on “Internet Safety for Your Family,” a personal tour and to meet our dedicated teachers and engage with our students. If you are unable to attend and would like more information about our PreK-6 school, please contact Kristin Baker at 717-755-1797 or development@sjy.com, to schedule a private tour or go to our website at www.sjyschool.org. St. Joseph School offers classes to Preschool 3 – 6th grade and is an educational community, with Jesus as our cornerstone. Through the teachings of the Roman Catholic Church, we educate the whole child through academic excellence and faith preparation to enable our students to serve as disciples of Christ in the world.
Our Mother of Perpetual Help School in Ephrata will host a Virtual Information Session for families interested in learning more about OMPH School’s full-day Preschool and full-day Kindergarten programs. The session will be on Nov. 30 at 6:30 p.m. via Zoom. Those attending the virtual session will hear from school leadership and OMPH Preschool and Kindergarten teachers about the importance of Preschool education in preparation for Kindergarten, STEM activities during a typical day in Kindergarten, and more. Information on the admissions process, along with a virtual tour, will also be shared. Registration is required to receive the Zoom link. For more information or to register, please email OMPH School’s Enrollment Office at enrollment@omph.org or visit the school’s web site at www.omphschool.com.
Recital featuring Dr. David O’Donnell, tenor, Christyan Seay, tenor, Matthew A. Robinson, baritone, and Daniel Dorty, accompanist, at St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Church in Mechanicsburg on Nov. 7 at 2 p.m. The recital will feature opera, operetta, musical theater and sacred song selections. Admission is free, but a free-will offering will be taken up during the performance. Dr. O’Donnell is the Director of Music at St. Patrick Parish in Carlisle, Mr. Dorty is the Director of Music at St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Parish, and Mr. Robinson sings as soloist and cantor at four local parishes within the Diocese.
Christ the King Catholic Church, 300 Mendenhall Lane, Benton, has pierogis for sale. Three dozen for $20 or one dozen for $7. Please call the Parish office at 570-925-6969 to order. Pick up is on Monday or Thursday mornings, or stop at the Church on Sundays between 10 – 10:30 a.m.
Prince of Peace Parish-Assumption of the BVM Church is sponsoring a “Trunk or Treat” on Saturday, Oct. 30 from noon-2 p.m. The event will be in front of the Parish Center at 815 South Second Street, Steelton, Pa. All children are invited to stop by and pick-up a special treat from the “Great Pumpkin.” There will be lots of goodies so don’t forget to wear your Halloween costumes.
One Voice Regional Youth Ministry has a number of events planned through the end of the year. They include an overnight exploration of homelessness, famine and poverty, discussions on various issues facing teens today, a youth rally and a Christmas party. Please visit www.onevoiceym.org for the full schedule of events.
Sacred Heart of Jesus Parish in Cornwall will have Fall Fish Dinners on Wednesdays between 4 p.m. and 7 p.m. through November 17. Fried pollock or baked haddock, french-fries or baked potato, coleslaw or applesauce and a homemade Bernie’s Bakers dessert for only $10. Drive up or take-out only.
The Columbiettes of Saint Joseph’s, Auxiliary #12788, have published a cookbook in honor of the 70th anniversary of Saint Joseph Catholic Church in Mechanicsburg. The cookbook costs $12, features 233 recipes collected from the Columbiettes and parishioners, and includes the history of the parish and a special 70th anniversary message. To purchase a cookbook, please contact Diane Freundel at dianefreundel@gmail.com. Mailing costs will be added, or arrangements can be made for delivery.
Ballroom dancing sponsored by St. Aloysius Knights of Columbus in Littlestown, Saturdays Nov. 13 and Dec. 11 in the parish hall from 7-10 p.m. Open to all ages, modest attire required. One-hour lessons begin at 7 p.m., followed by open dancing from 8-10 p.m. For information, contact Jen Danieley at jennifereakle@hotmail.com.
Job Openings
The Diocese of Harrisburg seeks a confident self-starter with superior administrative skills for an open full-time administrative assistant position in the Executive Office. Candidates should demonstrate experience and/or knowledge of human resource topics (I-9’s, visas, payroll and benefits) as she/he will be the primary point of contact for Diocesan and Religious Order clergy. Proficiency in all MS Office programs is essential. Candidates must possess high levels of verbal, interpersonal and written communication skills, and must have an eye for detail and an ability to work with financial figures. The administrative assistant will support the Office of the Vicar General, the Secretary for Clergy & Consecrated Life and the Director for the Office of Divine Worship. Candidates must be a Catholic in good standing. To apply, please send résumé and cover letter to employment@hbgdiocese.org by Nov. 19.
Delone Catholic High School in McSherrystown is currently accepting applications for a Head Varsity Boys Lacrosse Coach. Please submit a letter of interest and a coaching résumé to the Athletic Director at tbonitz@delonecatholic.org or 140 S. Oxford Ave., McSherrystown, Pa. 17344. Preferred Qualification(s): 3-5 years of high school coaching experience. Application deadline is Nov. 19.
St. Patrick School in Carlisle is looking for a motivated leader to oversee its before-school and after-school childcare program, CARES. Position is full-time, year-round with benefits. An early childhood degree and experience working with children is preferred. Responsibilities include: child care of all ages, although the director’s main focus is on students ages 3-4; oversight of childcare for all school-age participants, up to age 14; collection and maintenance of state compliance paperwork; oversight of classroom materials; management of part-time CARES workers (about 13 people), including training and scheduling; communication with parents, teachers, staff about student attendance, behavior, etc.; completion of daily usage paperwork; planning activities for students; and coordination of billing. Interested applicants should send a résumé and cover letter to Principal Antoinette Oliverio at aoliverio@spscarlisle.org or Saint Patrick School, 87 Marsh Drive, Carlisle, PA 17015 by Nov. 30.
St. Joan of Arc School in Hummelstown is in need of classroom aides. A classroom aide for Pre3 is needed from 8 a.m.-3 p.m., Monday through Friday. Tuition discounts will apply. Aides for the after school program are needed from 3-6 p.m. Days and hours are negotiable. Clearances are required for both positions. Contact Sister Eileen at 717-533-2854, ext. 118 or sreileen@stjoanhershey.org.
St. Joan of Arc School in Hummelstown is looking to hire a cafeteria helper from 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Monday through Friday to serve and clean up afterwards. Clearances are required. Contact Sister Eileen 717-533-2854, ext. 118 or sreileen@stjoanhershey.org.
Saint Joseph Catholic School in York has an opening for a part time Classroom Supervisor and an Aide for the after school program, After Hours. Hours are Monday through Friday from 3 to 5:30/6 p.m. The successful candidate must have (or be willing to obtain) their clearances and plan activities for our youngest school children (Kindergarten through Second Grade). Training will be provided. Please contact Mrs. Kim Wozniak, After Hours Coordinator, at Wozniak@sjy.org, or Mrs. Corrinne Eck, Principal, at Eck@sjy.org.
Our Lady of Good Counsel Parish in Marysville and St. Bernadette Mission in Duncannon are seeking a part-time office administrator. The duties of the office administrator are bookkeeping and secretary of the office. Interested candidates should submit a résumé to Father Dijo Thomas, pastor, at 121 William Street, Marysville, PA 17053 or via e-mail at frdthomas@hbgdiocese.org.
Full-time custodian (40 hours a week) needed for St. Rose of Lima School in Thomasville. Full benefits offered. Please contact Mr. Randy James, Principal, at rjames@stroseschoolpa.org or 717-792-0889.
St. John Vianney Parish in Gladwyne, Pa., is seeking a full-time business manager, responsible for the supervision, management and execution of the financial, human resources, facilities, office and administrative functions, along with the related processes and systems for the parish. Bachelor’s degree in finance, business, management or accounting with at least five years’ experience in these or similar fields required. Prior experience working in a Catholic parish or school setting is helpful, as is a strong knowledge of the Catholic Church. Send cover letter and résumé to resume@sjvgladwyne.com.
