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Beyond Our Parish

New Diocese of Harrisburg Young Adult GroupMe

The Office of Youth and Young Adult Ministries is pleased to announce the Diocese of Harrisburg Young Adult GroupMe. It is your one-stop central hub for staying connected. It’s a simple, one-way bulletin for Diocesan and approved young adult events, updates, and opportunities so you can stay in the loop without being overwhelmed. Join the GroupMe with this link: https://groupme.com/join_group/115485485/R4f6KMB4 – A 3-minute registration required at this link. (Make sure all slashes and dashesincluded)  https://hbgdiocese.formstack.com/forms/charismatic_day_of_renewal

Diocesan Youth Conference on Christ the King – November 21

The Diocese of Harrisburg will be hosting a Youth Conference on Christ the King weekend for all teens grades 7-12. The event will take place on November 21st at Good Shepherd Church in Camp Hill. Check-in will begin at 12 p.m. with the event beginning at 1 p.m. There will be speakers, breakout sessions, adoration (with praise and worship), service opportunities, Mass with Bishop Timothy Senior, dinner, games, dancing, and more! The event will conclude with communal night prayer at 8 p.m. Price per teen is $30. All adult chaperones attend for FREE! Our speakers will include Marisally Santiago, Youth Director for the Archdiocese of Philadelphia, Chris Padgett, National Catholic Author and Speaker, and our very own Bishop Timothy Senior! For more information, please visit www.hbgdiocese.org/ctk. Registration will open in August so stay tuned! Any questions can be directed to zhaney@hbgdiocese.org.

Attachments: CTK Speaker Flyer 1.pdf

Sensory-Friendly Mass, December 6

All are welcome to attend the next sensory-friendly Mass for persons with sensory sensitivity or other disabilities on Sunday, December 6 at 2:00 pm at Saint Joan of Arc (359 W. Areba Ave), Hershey.  This Mass will include dimmer lighting, no music, and a shorter homily among other adaptations to promote a fully inclusive environment. Every effort will be made to accommodate all in attendance, and all behaviors are welcome! Attendees are encouraged to bring materials that can assist with comfort during the liturgy (i.e. noise-cancelling headphones, wiggle seats, weighted blankets, fidgets, etc.) For more information, please contact the Parish Office at 717-533-7168 or Office@stjoanhershey.org.

Retrouvaille – January 22, 2027

The next Retrouvaille program begins on January 22, 2027. Retrouvaille offers hope and support to couples experiencing difficulties in their marriage, helping them improve communication, strengthen their marriage, and deepen their connection. Learn more at helpourmarriage.org.

Attachments: Full Page Retrouvaille Flyer.png