Holy Family Radio Night at the Ballpark – August 9
Holy Family Radio Night at the Ballpark with the Harrisburg Senators Baseball Team is Saturday, August 9. Gates open at 5:00 pm and the first pitch is at 6:00 pm. This event benefits WHYF. Support Central PA’s only Catholic Radio Station! The link to order tickets is on the station website: 720WHYF.com.
Volunteers Needed for the Diocesan Camp at Kirchenwald
The Diocesan Camp at Kirchenwald is seeking volunteers to assist at its residential camp for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities from August 10-15, 2025. The camp is dependent on volunteers, with a particular need for volunteers who can spend the night. There are no special qualifications or minimum time required for volunteering. All volunteers are required to complete the Diocese of Harrisburg Youth Protection Clearances. There is no cost to volunteers; all meals, events, campground activities, etc. are included.
If you are not able to volunteer but wish to support this special ministry, your prayers, financial generosity or simply sharing this volunteer solicitation with someone you think might be interested all make a significant, positive difference. Donations may be sent to Catholic Life and Evangelization, 4800 Union Deposit Road, Harrisburg, PA 17111. Checks should be made payable to the Diocese of Harrisburg with Camp Kirchenwald in the memo line.
For more information or any questions, please contact Kate Neri at 717-657-4804, Ext. 317, or email KNeri@hbgdiocese.org.
2025 Summer Picnic-Black Catholic Apostolate
The Black Catholic Apostolate invites all the faithful in our Diocese to a picnic on August 17, from 2:00-6:00pm, at the River Front Pavilion on City Island, Harrisburg. Come and enjoy the African American Catholic Culture in a celebratory Sunday afternoon. Hotdogs, Hamburgers and drinks will be provided. Those attending are asked to bring a favorite covered dish or dessert to share. Also, bring your favorite games to play. Everyone is welcome to join us!!! For more information, contact Angelé Mbassi at (717) 608-0718 or Deacon Armando Torres at datorres@hbgdiocese.org or call 717-657-4804 Ext. 221
Annual Spanish Conference
On Saturday, September 6 we are having the 2nd Annual Spanish Catholic Conference, “Walking In Our Faith,” at the Diocesan Center, 4800 Union Deposit Rd., Harrisburg, with dynamic presenters, St John the Evangelist, “Hermanos Cheo” from Puerto Rico. We will have praise, presentations, reflections & Sunday Mass with Bishop Senior. The registration fee is $20 which includes lunch. For registration visit the Diocesan website. This Conference is held in Spanish. For more information contact Deacon Armando Torres at the Diocese, 717-657-4804 Ext. 221 –Thank you.
Get Connected-Young Adult Mass and Cookout – September 7
Calling all young adults ages 18-39 throughout the Diocese! You are invited to join us on September 7th for our annual Get Connected Mass and Cookout! Come meet other faithful young adults from all across south central PA. Are you part of a young adult group? Come share what your group has been up to (and maybe gain some new members). Not part of a young adult group yet? Come see what event options and awesome communities are out there (there are more than you think). Mass will begin at 11:30 a.m. at St Margaret Mary Church in Harrisburg. Cookout to follow in the pavilion area right next door. There is no payment required (though we encourage you to bring a potluck dish to share). Hope to see you there!
The Pennsylvania March for Life:
The 2025 Pennsylvania March for Life will be on Monday, September 22, 2025, in Harrisburg. Eucharistic Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament will be offered prior to the March at the Cathedral of Saint Patrick starting on Sunday, September 21st at 2:00 pm, lasting overnight, and ending at 9:00 am on Monday, September 22nd.
Please commit to one hour (or more) by signing up at https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0A4BADAC29A2FECF8-57421246-pamarch#/
Sunday, September 21 – Monday, September 22, 2025
2:00 P.M. – 9:00 AM – Overnight Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament at the Cathedral of St Patrick (212 State Street, Harrisburg). Street parking is free on Sunday and overnight until Monday morning at 8:00 am.
9:00 A.M. – Benediction, Cathedral of St. Patrick
9:30 A.M. – March for Life Opening Mass, Cathedral of St. Patrick
11:00 A.M. – March for Life Rally, State Capitol steps
12:00 Noon – March for Life March
1:30 P.M. – March for Life Closing Mass, Cathedral of St. Patrick
Everyone in the Diocese of Harrisburg and the greater Commonwealth of Pennsylvania is invited and strongly encouraged to attend. We will unite in prayer and number to support and protect the sanctity of all human life.
For questions or more information, please contact Marianne Weltmer at mweltmer@hbgdiocese.org or 717-657-4804 ext 322.
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 at www.hbgdiocese.org/careers/.
Vacancy – Director of Appeals
The Office of Stewardship and Development at the Diocese of Harrisburg is seeking a dedicated and experienced professional to serve as the Director of Appeals. This is a new position that will support innovative and dynamic initiatives to create an encounter with Christ, to foster joy and peace, and to cultivate faith, hope and love for all who live in this community. This role is crucial in driving the success of annual fundraising initiatives and ensuring the continued support for the mission and ministries of the Church in Central Pennsylvania. This is a full-time position with occasional evening or weekend events. Occasional travel within the Diocese of Harrisburg and beyond for donor meetings and fundraising events is expected. A valid driver’s license and proof of insurance is required. Ideal candidates will have a bachelor’s degree in a relevant field (advanced degree preferred); minimum of five years of experience in fundraising, with a focus on annual giving; proven track record of successful fundraising campaigns and donor relationship management; strong communication, organizational, and analytical skills; proficiency with fundraising software and donor management systems. Experience with Raisers’ Edge desired. If you are seeking a challenging professional position of purpose, impact, and consequence, we invite you to join us. The full job description is posted at www.hbgdiocese.org/careers/ or contact Kim Roche at KRoche@hbgdiocese.org for more details.
Vacancy – Development Office Database Administrator
The Office of Stewardship and Development at the Diocese of Harrisburg is seeking a Database Administrator. The Development Database Administrator is responsible for the utilization, oversight and advancement of the development database. Working directly with Development colleagues, the Administrator is primarily responsible for database cleanup, complex queries, exports and reports, ensures correct entry in the database and supports regular auditing to ensure data integrity. The ideal candidate will have experience in fundraising database administration, donor and gift tracking and reporting, data analysis and prospect research experience, preferably using Raiser’s Edge. Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience. 2-3 years of experience in gift processing and/or database management in a non-profit environment. Please send resume and cover letter to kroche@hbgdiocese.org. Full job description is available at www.hbgdiocese.org/careers/.