Bishop Ronald W. Gainer released the following statement today in celebration of National Catholic Schools Week: As we celebrate National Catholic Schools Week, we are reminded of the important role our Catholic schools have in the lives of families throughout the Diocese of Harrisburg. This week is a time when…
HARRISBURG, Pa. – Bishop Ronald W. Gainer released the following statement on the Inauguration of Joseph R. Biden, Jr., as the 46th President of the United States of America: I…
HARRISBURG, Pa. – Bishop Ronald W. Gainer released the following statement today in celebration of Martin Luther King, Jr. Day: “Darkness cannot drive out darkness; only light can do that.…
HARRISBURG, Pa. – Bishop Ronald W. Gainer issued the following statement on the recent events at the U.S. Capitol Building. “My dear brothers and sisters, I urge you to join…
HARRISBURG, Pa. – The Diocese of Harrisburg has once again been found in compliance with the U.S. Bishops’ “Charter for the Protection of Children and Young People.” The Diocese has…
HARRISBURG, Pa. – Most Reverend Ronald W. Gainer, Bishop of Harrisburg, released the following statement regarding the report of former cardinal Theodore McCarrick. “Like many Catholics throughout the Diocese of…
HARRISBURG, Pa. – The Roman Catholic Diocese of Harrisburg released the following statement today following the guilty plea from John Allen. “We are glad to see that justice will be…
HARRISBURG, Pa. – Most Reverend Ronald W. Gainer, Bishop of Harrisburg, released the following statement regarding the use of music composed by David Haas. “After the multiple allegations of sexual…
HARRISBURG, Pa. – Most Reverend Ronald W. Gainer, Bishop of Harrisburg, released the following statement regarding the pending sale of Holy Spirit Hospital to Penn State Health: “Holy Spirit Hospital…
HARRISBURG, Pa. – Most Reverend Ronald W. Gainer, Bishop of Harrisburg, will lead a Eucharistic procession and recitation of the Holy Rosary on Sunday, November 1, 2020. The procession will…
HARRISBURG, Pa. – Most Reverend Ronald W. Gainer, Bishop of Harrisburg, recently announced changes to clergy assignments. These changes will take effect October 26, 2020. Every year, Bishop Gainer, working…
As a Catholic, I was shocked and saddened by the senseless, brutal treatment and death of Mr. George Floyd. No person should ever be so mistreated, humiliated and murdered because of the color of his or her skin.
As counties transition from “red” to “yellow,” the Diocese of Harrisburg has provided new guidelines for parishes in these “yellow” zones. These guidelines were developed after reviewing the directives from the Governor’s Office and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, as well as studies provided through the United States…
At 4 p.m. today, Bishop Ronald Gainer will join Pope Francis and the faithful throughout the world in praying the Luminous Mysteries of the Rosary, for the protection of our families. During his general audience on March 18, Pope Francis announced he would join this initiative promoted by the Italian…
At 4 p.m. today, Bishop Ronald Gainer will join Pope Francis and the faithful throughout the world in praying the Luminous Mysteries of the Rosary, for the protection of our families. During his general audience on March 18, Pope Francis announced he would join this initiative promoted by the Italian…
Today and effective immediately until further notice, Bishop Ronald W. Gainer, out of great concern for the health of the faithful and in union with the Bishops of Pennsylvania, has temporarily suspended all daily and weekend Masses in the Diocese of Harrisburg. Additionally, Bishop Gainer has suspended all public liturgies…
The Diocese of Harrisburg, at the direction of Bishop Gainer, has requested that all parishes and institutions temporarily suspend the distribution of the Precious Blood by way of the Chalice and omit the exchange of peace, effective immediately. This decision was made out of an abundance of caution due to…
The Diocese of Harrisburg, at the direction of Bishop Gainer, has requested that all parishes and institutions temporarily suspend the distribution of the Precious Blood by way of the Chalice and omit the exchange of peace, effective immediately. This decision was made out of an abundance of caution due to…
Bishop Gainer Releases Statement on Appointment of Archbishop-designate Nelson J. Pérez
Today, Wednesday, August 14, 2019, the Roman Catholic Diocese of Harrisburg released the following statement one year after the release of the Grand Jury Report, highlighting our efforts over the past year to support survivors and make our Diocese a safer place for children.
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