March 2014
March 2015
Cancelled-Solemn Lenten Vespers
Vespers today will not be held due to weather. All parishioners throughout the Diocese of Harrisburg are warmly invited to join Bishop Ronald Gainer in the celebration of Solemn Vespers for Lent on March 1, 8, 15, and 22. The celebration of Vespers is the ancient prayer of the Church which combines the chanting of Psalms, a Scripture reading and homily, and intercessory prayer. These four celebrations will take place at St. Patrick Cathedral in Harrisburg at 4 p.m. on…
Find out more »Solemn Lenten Vespers
All parishioners throughout the Diocese of Harrisburg are warmly invited to join Bishop Ronald Gainer in the celebration of Solemn Vespers for Lent on March 1, 8, 15, and 22. The celebration of Vespers is the ancient prayer of the Church which combines the chanting of Psalms, a Scripture reading and homily, and intercessory prayer. These four celebrations will take place at St. Patrick Cathedral in Harrisburg at 4 p.m. on the first four Sundays of March. The Rite of…
Find out more »Solemn Lenten Vespers
All parishioners throughout the Diocese of Harrisburg are warmly invited to join Bishop Ronald Gainer in the celebration of Solemn Vespers for Lent on March 1, 8, 15, and 22. The celebration of Vespers is the ancient prayer of the Church which combines the chanting of Psalms, a Scripture reading and homily, and intercessory prayer. These four celebrations will take place at St. Patrick Cathedral in Harrisburg at 4 p.m. on the first four Sundays of March. The Rite of…
Find out more »Solemnity of St. Joseph First Anniversary of Bishop Gainer’s Installation
Bishop Ronald Gainer will commemorate the one year anniversary of his installation as the 11th Bishop of Harrisburg with the celebration of Holy Mass at St. Patrick Cathedral, Harrisburg. The Mass will take place at noon. All the faithful of the diocese are invited to participate.
Find out more »Anniversary Mass of the Installation of Bishop Gainer – Cathedral, Harrisburg
Bishop Gainer will be the Celebrant and Homilist for the Mass celebrating the first anniversary of this installation as Bishop of Harrisburg.
Find out more »Solemn Lenten Vespers
All parishioners throughout the Diocese of Harrisburg are warmly invited to join Bishop Ronald Gainer in the celebration of Solemn Vespers for Lent on March 1, 8, 15, and 22. The celebration of Vespers is the ancient prayer of the Church which combines the chanting of Psalms, a Scripture reading and homily, and intercessory prayer. These four celebrations will take place at St. Patrick Cathedral in Harrisburg at 4 p.m. on the first four Sundays of March. The Rite of…
Find out more »May 2015
Ordination to the Diaconate 2015
Ordination to the Diaconate 2015
Find out more »June 2015
Ordination to the Priesthood 2015
To view this event live go to www.HbgDiocese.org/live With praise and gratitude to Almighty God, the Diocese of Harrisburg joyfully announces the ordinations of: Donald Haugh Bender, Jr. Ryan Michael Fischer Matthew Robert Larlick to the Order of the Presbyterate through the imposition of hands by His Excellency, the Most Reverend Ronald W. Gainer, Bishop of Harrisburg.
Find out more »December 2015
Opening of the Jubilee Year of Mercy
Opening of the Jubilee Year of Mercy
Find out more »Opening of the Diocesan Door of Mercy
Opening of the Door of Mercy
Find out more »March 2016
Easter Vigil Mass — St. Patrick Cathedral, Harrisburg
This service begins with the creation of a blazing fire to remind all that there is no darkness, no death that Christ cannot conquer. Water is blessed and new adult members of the Church are baptized, confirmed and receive Holy Communion for the first time.
Find out more »Easter Sunday Mass – St. Patrick Cathedral, Harrisburg
Easter Sunday Mass with Bishop Ronald W. Gainer at Saint Patrick Cathedral, Harrisburg, PA
Find out more »June 2016
Ordination to the Priesthood
This event can be viewed live at www.HbgDiocese.org/live on June 4 at 10 a.m. A copy will be posted to the Diocesan YouTube Channel within a few days of the event. With praise and gratitude to Almighty God, the Diocese of Harrisburg joyfully announces the ordinations of: Steven John Arena Samuel Isaiah Dubois John Michael Kuchinski Richard Joseph Mowery Brian Thomas Olkowski to the Order of the Presbyterate through the imposition of hands and invocation of the Holy Spirit by His Excellency, The…
Find out more »July 2016
World Youth Day Send Off Mass
A Mass will be Celebrated by Bishop Ronald W. Gainer for the pilgrims & chaperones that will be attending World Youth Day in Krakow, Poland, July 23 through August 1 . Mass will be held at 12:15 p.m. followed by a gathering .
Find out more »December 2016
Knights of Columbus Memorial Mass
Bishop Gainer will be the celebrant.
Find out more »March 2017
Rite of Election for Catechumens
The annual Rite of Election, celebrated on the first Sunday of Lent, is a significant step in the process of Christian Initiation. It formally enrolls those catechumens into the Book of the Elect as they prepare to receive the Sacraments of Baptism, Confirmation, and Holy Eucharist at the Easter Vigil.
Find out more »April 2017
Adult Confirmation
Registration Form The Solemnity of the Holy Trinity will be the occasion for Adult Baptized Catechized Catholics (those who have already received their First Holy Communion) to receive the Sacrament of Confirmation. The sacrament will be celebrated by Bishop Ronald W. Gainer during the 12:15p.m. Mass on April 23, 2017 at Saint Patrick Cathedral, 212, State Street, Harrisburg. Please note: An official copy of the candidate’s Baptismal Certificate must accompany the application for the candidate to be eligible to receive…
Find out more »May 2017
September 2017
Mass of Consecration to Our Lady of Fatima
A Mass of Dedication to the Protection of the Blessed Mother will be celebrated in St. Patrick Cathedral in Harrisburg at 12:00 Noon on Wednesday, September 27 by all the bishops in the state.
Find out more »December 2017
Mass for the 4th Sunday of Advent
Bishop Ronald Gainer will be the Celebrant and Homilist for this Mass.
Find out more »Midnight Mass
Bishop Ronald Gainer will be the Celebrant and Homilist for this Mass.
Find out more »May 2018
August 2018
Mass for Forgiveness
As part of our on-going need for repentance and healing, Bishop Gainer will celebrate a Mass for the Forgiveness at 12 noon on Friday, August 17, in our Cathedral Church of Saint Patrick, 212 State Street, Harrisburg. The Mass will conclude with Exposition of the Most Blessed Sacrament, that will extend until 6 p.m. that evening. At 6 p.m. a Service of Repentance will be held. All are welcome to attend. View a live stream of the Mass by clicking here.
Find out more »January 2019
The Epiphany Italian Mass – Epifania del Nostro Signore
Sunday, January 6, 2019 at 12:15 P.M. at Saint Patrick Cathedral, 212 State Street, Harrisburg, PA 17101. Father Joshua Brommer will be the Celebrant. The Italian Apostolate Ministry Committee will provide a reception after Mass. For more information please contact: Mariella Amato at 717-278-9420 or Maria DiSanto at 717-554-5698 or by email.
Find out more »April 2019
Palm Sunday Mass
Bishop Ronald W. Gainer will be the Celebrant and Homilist for this Mass. Readings for the day. Palm Sunday is the final Sunday of Lent. It marks the beginning of Holy Week and it commemorates Christ’s triumphant arrival in Jerusalem. In the Gospels, Jesus entered Jerusalem riding a young donkey, receiving praise of the townspeople who placed palms or small branches in front of him as a sign of homage. During Palm Sunday Mass, blessed palms are distributed to parishioners…
Find out more »Mass of the Lord’s Supper
The Mass of the Lord's Supper celebrates the institution of the Most Holy Eucharist and the institution of the Priesthood by Jesus Christ. The traditional practice of washing of the feet is performed on this day. It represents the service and charity of Christ, who came "not to be served, but to serve." Bishop Gainer will wash the feet of twelve area Catholics.
Find out more »Celebration of the Lord’s Passion
This solemn service includes the reading of the Passion of Christ according to St. John. Those assembled then offer special prayers for the entire world. A large crucifix is then venerated by the people with a kiss or another form of reverence.
Find out more »Easter Vigil Mass
The Easter Vigil Mass begins with the creation of a blazing fire to remind all that there is no darkness, no death that Christ cannot conquer. Water is blessed and new adult members of the Church are baptized, confirmed and receive Holy Communion for the first time.
Find out more »Easter Sunday Mass
Bishop Ronald Gainer will Celebrate this Easter Sunday Mass and deliver the homily.
Find out more »May 2019
June 2019
Ordination to the Priesthood
With praise and gratitude to Almighty God, the Diocese of Harrisburg joyfully announces the ordinations of: Matthew Edward Cannon, Samuel Edward Good Miller, Andrew Philip St. Hilaire and Joshua Robert Weaver. View a live stream of this event by clicking here, beginning at 10 a.m. on Saturday, June 1. Learn more about discerning a call to the Priesthood.
Find out more »Mass for Solemnity of Pentecost
Bishop Gainer will be the Celebrant and Homilist.
Find out more »October 2019
Red Mass
At the Red Mass, lawyers, judges, lawmakers, and public officials gather together to pray for God's wisdom and guidance in their pursuit of justice. All are welcome and encouraged to attend.
Find out more »December 2019
Mass for the Solemnity of the Immaculate Conception of the Blessed Virgin Mary
Bishop Gainer will celebrate Mass.
Find out more »Christmas Midnight Mass
Bishop Ronald Gainer will be the Homilist and Celebrant.
Find out more »Christmas Mass
Bishop Gainer will Celebrate Mass.
Find out more »February 2020
Mass in Celebration of African & African American Faith and Culture
On Sunday, February 9, 2020, Bishop Ronald W. Gainer will be the principal celebrant at the Mass celebrating African & African American Faith and Culture, in conjunction with Black History Month.
Find out more »Ash Wednesday Mass
Bishop Ronald Gainer will be the Celebrant and Homilist for this Mass. Click here to learn more about Ash Wednesday and Lent.
Find out more »March 2020
Mass for the Feast of St. Patrick
Bishop Ronald Gainer will Celebrate this Mass. Saint Patrick is the Patron Saint of the Diocese of Harrisburg.
Find out more »Lorica Awards – POSTPONED
The Annual Lorica Award, slated to take place at Saint Patrick’s Cathedral on March 17 is postponed. A future date is yet to be determined. Bishop Ronald Gainer will present the Lorica Award to 12 lay members of the Diocesan Church who have exemplified themselves in service to their parishes and the local community. The celebration will take place in the context of Solemn Vespers, the sung evening prayer of the Church. You are invited to attend this wonderful celebration…
Find out more »Lenten Vespers – CANCELLED
The Lenten Vespers celebration that acknowledges those who have or will be coming into full communion with the Catholic Church is canceled. It will not be rescheduled.
Find out more »April 2020
Chrism Mass – POSTPONED
The Chrism Mass, celebrated on Monday of Holy Week, offers the faithful a solemn occasion to witness the blessing of the oils and the consecration of the Sacred Chrism that will be used in the celebration of the sacraments throughout the coming year.
Find out more »May 2020
Chrism Mass
Bishop Ronald Gainer will be celebrating the annual Chrism Mass for the Diocese of Harrisburg at 10 AM on Tuesday, May 12, 2020 in the Cathedral Parish of Saint Patrick, Harrisburg. This liturgy will be live streamed on the Diocese of Harrisburg YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SS3AZHguttM.
Find out more »August 2020
Ordination to the Diaconate
With praise and gratitude to Almighty God, the Diocese of Harrisburg joyfully announces the ordination of William T. Barbee Aaron M. Lynch Peter K. Rettig Norbert Suresh, M.SS.CC. to the Order of Deacon Through the imposition of hands and the invocation of the Holy Spirit by His Excellency, the Most Reverend Ronald W. Gainer, Bishop of Harrisburg Ticketed Event! Due to the ongoing and serious nature of the Covid-19 Pandemic, seating will be reserved for close family only. You…
Find out more »November 2020
Evening of Adoration for Vocations
Attention young adults and those seeking a deeper understanding of vocations in the service of the Church! National Vocation Awareness Week will be observed from November 1 - 7, and on Friday evening, November 6th from 7:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. there will be an Evening of Adoration for Vocations. Please come and pray before our Eucharistic Lord for vocations to the priesthood and consecrated life. Four speakers will give witness about their own discernment: join Sr. Danielle Truex, IHM, Rev.…
Find out more »Knights of Columbus Memorial Mass
Bishop Ronald Gainer will celebrate the Memorial Mass.
Find out more »December 2020
Christmas Midnight Mass
Christmas Midnight Mass, celebrated by Most Rev. Ronald Gainer, Bishop of Harrisburg. The Mass will be live streamed to Saint Patrick Cathedral's YouTube channel and can be viewed here.
Find out more »Christmas Mass
Christmas Mass, celebrated by Most Rev. Ronald Gainer, Bishop of Harrisburg. The Mass will be live streamed to Saint Patrick Cathedral's YouTube channel and can be viewed here.
Find out more »March 2021
Palm Sunday
Bishop Gainer will celebrate Mass for Palm Sunday, beginning at 9:30 a.m. Watch it live here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=F4KKDEWgoT4
Find out more »Chrism Mass
Bishop Ronald Gainer breathes over the opening of the vessel of Sacred Chrism. Bishop Ronald Gainer will celebrate the annual Chrism Mass for the Diocese of Harrisburg at 2 PM on Monday, March 29, in the Cathedral Parish of Saint Patrick, Harrisburg. This liturgy will be live streamed on the Diocese of Harrisburg YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=r__9LGpJBEo. Due to COVID restrictions, the public is invited to join the Mass via the live stream. The Chrism Mass offers the faithful a solemn…
Find out more »April 2021
Holy Thursday
Join Bishop Gainer for our Holy Week Liturgies at the Cathedral Parish of Saint Patrick, in-person and online. All liturgies will be live streamed to the Cathedral's YouTube channel. Holy Thursday Mass of the Lord's Supper - Mass and live stream begin at 5:30 p.m.: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5EiDDvJHiN8
Find out more »Good Friday
Join Bishop Gainer for our Holy Week Liturgies at the Cathedral Parish of Saint Patrick, in-person and online. All liturgies will be live streamed to the Cathedral's YouTube channel. Good Friday service and live stream begin at 12 noon: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lOVXPX3fThY
Find out more »Holy Saturday
Join Bishop Gainer for our Holy Week Liturgies at the Cathedral Parish of Saint Patrick, in-person and online. All liturgies will be live streamed to the Cathedral's YouTube channel. Holy Saturday Mass and live stream begin at 8 p.m.: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TjoLzhxeyPg
Find out more »Easter Sunday
Join Bishop Gainer for Easter Sunday Mass at the Cathedral Parish of Saint Patrick, in-person and online. Mass will be live streamed to the Cathedral's YouTube channel. Easter Sunday Mass and live stream begin at 9:30 a.m.: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aL-b4SvmUCc
Find out more »May 2021
Ascension Thursday Mass
Bishop Ronald Gainer will Celebrate.
Find out more »September 2021
October 2021
Diocesan Red Mass
The Most Reverend Ronald W. Gainer, D.D., J.C.L., Bishop of Harrisburg, will be the principal celebrant for the Annual Diocesan Red Mass on Monday, October 11, 2021 at 5:30 p.m. at the Cathedral Parish of St. Patrick, Harrisburg. Bishop Kulick will be the homilist. At the Red Mass, law students, lawyers, judges, lawmakers, and public officials gather together to pray for God's wisdom and guidance in their pursuit of justice. The Red Mass originated in medieval England during the time…
Find out more »Mass for the Opening of the Synod of Bishops
All are welcomed to attend the Mass for the Opening of the Synod of Bishops that will take place on October 17 at 9:30 AM at Saint Patrick Cathedral, 212 State Street, Harrisburg, PA.
Find out more »White Mass
All are welcomed to attend the White Mass that will take place on October 14, 2018 at Saint Patrick Cathedral, 212 State Street, Harrisburg, PA. Mass begins at 9:30 AM. The White Mass is named after the white lab coat frequently worn by medical professionals, and the Mass is dedicated to all physicians, nurses, and other health care workers, as well as their families. Holy Mass is always a public event, so anyone desiring to attend the Mass is welcome to attend as well.
Find out more »November 2021
Knights of Columbus Memorial Mass
Bishop Gainer will be the Celebrant for the Annual Memorial Mass for deceased members of the Knights of Columbus.
Find out more »March 2022
Rite of Election
The Rite of Election will take place on Sunday, March 1 at 4 PM at St Patrick Cathedral Harrisburg. All parishes with catechumens are asked to present their catechumens to Bishop Gainer at that time. Parishes are free to bring other guests, and are especially encouraged to bring any person participating the adult process of Christian Initiation to experience this moment of joy in the life of the Diocesan Church. Online Registration
Find out more »Mass for Peace and Justice in Ukraine
As the invasion of Ukraine continues, Most Rev. Ronald W. Gainer, Bishop of Harrisburg, will celebrate a Mass for peace and justice in Ukraine at 12 p.m. on Friday, March 25 at the Cathedral of Saint Patrick in Harrisburg.
Find out more »April 2022
Forty Hours Devotion Cathedral Parish of Saint Patrick, Harrisburg
History of Forty Hours Solemn Eucharistic Devotion
Find out more »May 2022
Ordination to the Diaconate
Bishop Ronald Gainer will Celebrate the Ordination. The Mass can be viewed via live stream on the Diocese of Harrisburg’s YouTube channel: youtube.com/hbgdiocese
Find out more »Mass of Thanksgiving
As the RCIA season draws to a joyful conclusion for candidates and catechumens, the Church of Harrisburg gathers together parish RCIA teams, participants, and their families for a Mass of Thanksgiving on Sunday, May 22, 2022 at 4 pm at Saint Patrick Cathedral Harrisburg. All are welcome. Parishes are asked to send their newly initiated and newly received along with sponsors to participate in this inaugural annual event as we bear witness to the abundance of God's blessings poured out upon…
Find out more »June 2022
Ordination to the Priesthood
Bishop Ronald Gainer will Celebrate the Priesthood Ordination. The Mass can be viewed via live stream on the Diocese of Harrisburg’s YouTube channel: youtube.com/hbgdiocese.
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