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Beyond Our Parish

Online Webinar: Human Trafficking and Major Sporting Events – January 22

In partnership with the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops, the New Jersey Catholic Conference, the Pennsylvania Catholic Conference, and the SOAP Project, we invite you to a 90-minute webinar dedicated to exploring the intersection of human trafficking and major sporting events. January marks National Human Trafficking Prevention Month, a time when we come together to raise awareness about the grave injustice of human trafficking. This year, our focus is on major sporting events, which unfortunately can create conditions where trafficking risks increase. With the Super Bowl scheduled for Sunday, February 8th in San Jose, California, this discussion is both timely and urgent. Opening Prayer and Reflection led by His Excellency Oscar Cantú, Bishop of San Jose, California, who will offer a reflection on the Church’s role in combating human trafficking. For more information and to register, please visit: https://www.hbgdiocese.org/htwebinar.

Holocaust Remembrance Day Event – January 27

The Diocese of Harrisburg invites you to a special online program for International Holocaust Remembrance Day on January 27 from 1–2 p.m.Remembering the Holocaust & Understanding and Challenging Antisemitism in Our Time. This prayerful and educational observance honors the victims of the Holocaust and reflects on its enduring moral lessons. The program includes prayer and a personal reflection by Elaine Culbertson, daughter of Holocaust survivors. More information and registration can be found at www.hbgdiocese.org/event/remembering-the-holocaust

Black Catholic Apostolate Mass – February 1

Join us, Sunday, February 1st at 12:15pm, for the annual BCA Cultural Mass at Cathedral of Saint Patrick, 212 State St., Harrisburg, PA. Mass will be celebrated by the Most Reverend Timothy C. Senior and the Homilist will be Father Chiedozie F. Ononuju, Parochial Vicar of Saint Patrick, Carlisle. The Philadelphia Gospel Choir will be present for this occasion, leading us in singing, celebrating the Universality of the Catholic Church. Following Mass there will be a brief social gathering. Any questions please call Deacon Armando Torres, Director for Culture & Outreach at (717) 657-4804 Ext. 221.

Mass in American Sign Language – February 15

A Mass in American Sign Language without voice interpretation will be celebrated on Sunday, February 15 at 4:00 pm at Saint Joseph Catholic Church, (400 E. Simpson St.) Mechanicsburg. No voice interpretation will occur. The celebrant and homilist will be Father Mike Depcik, OSFS, and Chaplain for the Deaf Ministry for the Archdiocese of Baltimore. Father Depcik will be available for the sacrament of confession in ASL-only. Following Mass there will be a time of fellowship and dinner. Participants are encouraged to confirm their attendance by emailing Dawn Rose at love2kids3@gmail.com. All are welcome.

Catholic Charities is Hiring!

If you have a passion to share your gifts and talents by serving others in your community, and are looking for a rewarding career, Catholic Charitieshas a professional opportunity available. Lourdeshouse Maternity Residential Program is seeking a Program Manager responsible for coordinating and implementing all aspects of residential care and services required to meet the needs of residents. The Program Manager ensures staff members comply with agency standards, schedules and coordinates staff and volunteers to ensure ongoing supervision and quality care of residents, develops and operates within a yearly budget, supervises the day-to-day cleanliness, safety guidelines and general conditions of the grounds and agency vehicles, and reviews and signs off on all Individual Service Plans and Aftercare Plans. Bachelor’s degree in related Human Service field from an accredited college or university or five years’ experience of working in a residential setting with combined supervisory and case management experience required. If interested, please email your resume to Sean Miriello, smiriello@cchbg.org.

Vacancy – Cemetery Maintenance & Service

Resurrection Cemetery has a full-time opening for Cemetery Maintenance and Service. Applicants must have skills in grounds maintenance. The ability to operate a backhoe is desirable but training will be given. Other equipment that will be used: tractor, pickup, mowers and a variety of small equipment related to cemetery maintenance and operation. Must be a good team player who is able to take direction and demonstrate tact, courtesy and diplomacy. Applicant must have valid clean PA driver’s license. Work is performed both indoors and outdoors. This is a manual position requiring physical fitness with the ability to lift (up to 50 lbs regularly), bend, stoop, climb and be mobile (on your feet) for most of the day. Applicants must be able to work in all weather conditions to tight deadlines. Applicants must pass Diocesan background checks. Resumes & cover letter should be sent to Tshanabrook@hbgdiocese.org. Full job description available

9 Days for Life: Respect Life Novena – January 16-24

‘9 Days for Life’ is a USCCB-led novena for the protection of human life. Each day’s intention is accompanied by a short reflection and suggested actions to help build a culture of life in our country. Please visit https://www.usccb.org/resources/9-days-life-novena to find pro-life resources and to join in prayer for the protection of every human life.

Executive Office seeking a Full Time Administrative Assistant

The Executive Office for the Diocese of Harrisburg is seeking a confident self-starter, with superior administrative & secretarial skills, who is able to take direction and follow through on duties and responsibilities with minimum supervision. Preferred candidates will be able to demonstrate experience and/or knowledge of human resource topics such as I-9’s, visas, payroll and benefits, as you will be the primary point of contact for Diocesan clergy and Religious order clergy moving in and out of the Diocese. Proficiency in using all MS Office programs is essential. Must exhibit the utmost professionalism in manner and appearance at all times and be able to maintain strict confidentiality in all matters. Candidates must possess high levels of verbal, interpersonal and written communication skills.  Must have an eye for detail and an ability to work with financial figures. Must be able to use some independent initiative and judgment. This position provides administrative support to the Vicar General and Secretary for Clergy & Consecrated Life. Knowledge of diocesan and parish structure is helpful. Must be a Catholic in good standing. Position offers a competitive salary & benefits. Full job description available at www.hbgdiocese.org/careers. Please send resume & cover letter to: employment@hbgdiocese.org before February 6, 2026.  at www.hbgdiocese.org/careers/.