Ukrainian Catholic Bishops Ask For Prayers
An Appeal of the Ukrainian Catholic Bishops of the United States: “Pray for peace and justice for Ukraine. Be informed. Support the suffering.” “Herod is going to…
Catholic Schools Grow by More Than 6% in Diocese
HARRISBURG, Pa. – Most Rev. Ronald W. Gainer, Bishop of Harrisburg, and Mr. Daniel Breen, Secretary for Education and Superintendent of Catholic Schools for the Diocese, announced today that enrollment in the…
Lewisburg Deacon to Lead Diocesan Catholic Life & Evangelization Efforts
HARRISBURG, Pa. – The Diocese of Harrisburg is pleased to announce that Rev. Mr. Gregory M. Amarante, a permanent deacon for the Diocese, has been named the Secretary for the Secretariat of Catholic Life & Evangelization (CLEV).
Diocese Modifies Mask Guidelines for Clergy and Lay Ministers
HARRISBURG, Pa. – The Diocese of Harrisburg announced today that, effective immediately, masking guidelines are being restored for clergy and lay members for the distribution of Holy Communion for all…
Catholic Bishops of Pennsylvania Prioritize Safety as Mass Obligation Resumes
HARRISBURG, Pa. – Jesus commanded his followers to care for the sick and to bring physical and spiritual healing to everyone. In that spirit, the Catholic bishops of the Commonwealth…
Roman Catholic Diocese of Harrisburg Releases Following Statement Regarding Rev. David Danneker
HARRISBURG, Pa. – Today, the Roman Catholic Diocese of Harrisburg released the following statement regarding Rev. David Danneker. Rev. Danneker most recently served in the role of vicar general and…
Diocesan Statement on ‘Traditionis Custodes’
HARRISBURG, Pa. – The Diocese of Harrisburg released the following statement regarding Traditionis custodes: Bishop Gainer is currently reviewing Pope Francis’ motu proprio, Traditionis custodes, and the accompanying letter, which…
Diocesan Mask and Capacity Guidelines Revised
HARRISBURG, Pa. – The Diocese of Harrisburg announced this weekend that in continued alignment with local, state, and federal health guidelines, effective immediately, all fully vaccinated parishioners no longer need…
Robert A. Hopstetter Named CYO Director
Robert Hopstetter HARRISBURG, Pa. – The Diocese of Harrisburg is pleased to announce that Robert A. Hopstetter has been named Director of the Diocesan Catholic Youth Organization (CYO). He will…
Bishop Gainer Announces Clergy Changes for Diocese of Harrisburg
HARRISBURG, Pa. – Most Reverend Ronald W. Gainer, Bishop of Harrisburg, has announced changes to clergy assignments today. These changes will take effect June 21, 2021. Every year Bishop Gainer…