Two Saints: One Mother's Prayer
The Church Celebrates Saints Monica & Augustine
August 27 & 28
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Before Saint Augustine became one of the Church's greatest saints, he was the son of a mother who never stopped praying for him.
Discover the life of Saint Monica, whose persistent prayers and unwavering hope for her son, Saint Augustine, make her the patron saint of mothers and a model of faith. |
| Read "Saint Monica - The Mother Whose Tears Moved Heaven" |
| 7 Ways Your Parish Can Celebrate Saints Monica & Augustine |
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| Read More of Sam's Story Here |
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Who Inspires You?
Every parish has someone who quietly lives their faith through service, kindness, and love for God and neighbor. Our Everyday Disciples column celebrates these ordinary people whose actions make an extraordinary difference.
Do you know someone whose compassion, generosity, leadership or simple acts of kindness inspire others? Someone who reflects Christ's love in daily life?
Nominate an Everyday Disciple today and help us share the stories of faithful men and women throughout the Diocese of Scranton who are making a difference, one act of love at a time. |
| Nominate an Everyday Disciple |
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What happens when a struggling parish stops asking, "What programs do we need?" and starts asking, "How is the Holy Spirt calling us to accompany people toward Jesus?" The renewal of Holy Family Parish offers a powerful example of how prayer, trust, hospitality and intentional adult discipleship can transform parish life. Discover practical ways your parish can move from simply offering programs to cultivating a culture where adults encounter Christ, grow as disciples and embrace their mission.
Click below to read the full article. |
| Read "Why Adult Discipleship Matters More than Ever" |
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Misa Y Celebracion de la Herencia Hispana
19 de Septiembre 2026 |
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Esperamos verte en la parroquia de Nuestra Señora Reina de la Paz, en Brodheadsville, para la Celebración de la Herencia Hispana de 2026.
Tras la misa tendrá lugar una gran fiesta familiar:
Camiones de comida
Música
Torneo de fútbol
¡y mucho más!
¡El evento es GRATIS!
¡Apúntate hoy mismo! |
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Pre-Cana offers engaged couples a meaningful opportunity to deepen their relationship, grow together in faith, and prepare for a lifelong vocation of love and commitment alongside other couples preparing for marriage.
Use the link below to view the 2026 schedule and register for a Pre-Cana Marriage Preparation session. |
| View 2026 Schedule | Register Here |
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Registration is Now Open!
Pennsylvania March for Life
Monday, September 21
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| More Details | Register Here |
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Respect Life August Prayer Guide |
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"The Solemnity of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary celebrates the Blessed Mother’s entrance into heavenly glory. Mary’s Assumption into heaven reminds us that life on earth is a pilgrimage to our ultimate destination. We prepare in hope for our own passage into eternal life by the choices we make today..." |
| Click Here for the August Prayer Guide |
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Who's Keeping Score? |
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"...In marriage, each spouse is called to sacrifice by voluntarily putting the needs of the other above their own. St. Paul calls this 'mutual subordination' to one another'..."
Click the link below to read the full article from Radiate Love.
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You Can Have a Better Marriage |
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The Retrouvaille marriage program helps couples to rediscover love and rebuild communication.
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Conviction and Authenticity:
Meeting People Where They Are |
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We cannot give what we do not have. Evangelization begins with knowing Jesus, knowing who we are in Him, and allowing that relationship to shape the way we encounter others. We do not need to have every theological answer or be an expert in Scripture to share our faith; we simply need the humility to be genuine and the conviction to speak about Him whom we know and love.
This Christmas street encounter illustrates it beautifully: when a young woman, grieving the loss of her niece and struggling to make sense of suffering, shared that she had drifted from the Church and was now praying to "creation," Michele listened with compassion and recognized a soul searching for truth. Rather than offering a rehearsed argument, she gently pointed the woman toward Jesus -- the one she was truly seeking.
Authentic evangelization begins when we are willing to listen, recognize the Holy Spirit at work, and confidently share what we ourselves have received: Jesus Christ.
The Holy Spirit still works through ordinary conversations and everyday encounters. If you would like to grow in faith and community through a small group this fall, please contact:
Regina Wright
Manager of Parish Renewal
(570) 207-2213 x1135
rwright@dioceseofscranton.org |
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The 64th Annual Catholic Stewardship Conference is coming this September to New Orleans.
The conference gathers Catholic stewardship leaders and fund development professionals to learn, network, and share best practices in stewardship and philanthropy.
Attendees can expect insightful presentations, opportunities for prayer and reflection, and networking with peers and exhibitors.
The conference aims to inspire and equip participants with tools and strategies to advance stewardship within their respective dioceses, parishes, and schools.
For More Information Contact:
Dominick Costantino
Director of Parish Renewal
(570) 207-2213 or
dcostantino@dioceseofscranton.org
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| View 2026 Conference Schedule Here |
| Read Testimonials Here |
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Promote Your Event to Catholics throughout the Diocese! |
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We'd love to help you get the word out about your event in the Office for Parish Life's Good News Notes Newsletter!
To submit your event for inclusion in the Good News Notes, click the link below and complete the form at least 2 weeks in advance of your event. Specific events can be promoted up to two months in advance of the event date or registration deadline. We do our best to include all submissions but can't guarantee inclusion and may edit for length.
Questions?
Contact Regina Wright at
(570) 207-2213 x 1135
or rwright@dioceseofscranton.org |
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