In an outreach to parishes and schools on best practices for websites, social media and media relations, the Diocesan Communications Office presented its inaugural Communications Summit, Nov. 13 at the Diocesan Center in Harrisburg.

The interactive training offered ideas, tips and “how-to’s” for effective communications, including ways to connect to young people through social media, insights into creating and maintain an attractive website, and how to interact with members of the media.

Attendees joined in person and remotely for the summit, which featured presentations and interactive dialogue led by Rachel Bryson, M.S., Diocesan Executive Director for Public Relations; Jordan Zabady, Diocesan Social Media Specialist; and Al Gnoza, Communications Director of the Pennsylvania Catholic Conference.

The Communications Office is readily available to assist parishes and schools with ideas and advice on social media sites and media interaction; contact communications@hbgdiocese.org or 717-657-4804.

Sally Lanza of St. Katharine Drexel Parish in Mechanicsburg takes notes as Rachel Bryson, M.S., Diocesan Executive Director of Public Relations, presents tips on website appearance and layout.
Sally Lanza of St. Katharine Drexel Parish in Mechanicsburg takes notes as Rachel Bryson, M.S., Diocesan Executive Director of Public Relations, presents tips on website appearance and layout.