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
The Office of Catholic Life and Evangelization is looking for an energetic team player to join the Laity & Family Team.
You will help organize and implement their programmatic efforts, manage all logistics for Marriage Preparation Conferences, while also assisting pastors and lay leaders in their pastoral efforts to serve and support the faithful in their communities. The ideal candidate will hold a bachelor’s degree relevant to Catholic pastoral ministry and have at least two years of experience in a similar role at the parish or diocesan level. Verbal and written proficiency in Spanish is preferred. This position is responsible for processing financial data for the team so a familiarity with accounting for office expenses would be helpful. Candidates must be willing to travel throughout the diocese. Evening and weekend work is required. The starting salary is $50,000 per year. The full job description can be viewed on the diocesan career page at https://www.hbgdiocese.org/careers/ or interested candidates can contact mmaleski@hbgdiocese.org. Resumes together with a cover letter should be submitted to Mrs. Melissa Maleski by July 18, 2025.
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.
Registration is open for our Young Adult Jubilee Pilgrimage to Rome and Assisi, July 26-August 6, 2025!
Anyone ages 18-39 is welcome to join us as we travel to Italy to celebrate the Jubilee with Pope Francis and young people from all over the world! While there, we will also visit Assisi and tour the many holy and ancient sites Rome has to offer. Deadline for registration is October 1st and space is limited, so sign up quick! Trip price (including airfare and hotels) starts at $3,850. Only a $450 deposit is due at registration. For more details, please visit the trip website https://www.canterburypilgrimages.com/tour/2025-jubilee-of-deacons-italy-pilgrimage-with-the-diocese-of-harrisburg/ or contact Zack Haney zhaney@hbgdiocese.org.
Senators Baseball game supporting Vocations-July 11
A Home Run for Vocations!
Join the Diocese of Harrisburg at the ballpark on Friday, July 11 at 7:00 p.m. as the Harrisburg Senators take on the Erie SeaWolves at FNB Field on City Island!
This isn’t just a fun night out—it’s a chance to support the future of our Church. For every ticket purchased through the special link below, $4 goes directly to support Vocations in the Diocese of Harrisburg. 🙌
Plus, stick around after the game for a spectacular fireworks show! 🎆
📅 Friday, July 11
🕖 7:00 p.m.
📍 FNB Field, Harrisburg
🎟️ https://www.gofevo.com/event/Romancatholic4
Bring your friends, family, and parish community!
Annual Spanish Conference
On Saturday, September 6th 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.
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/.