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April 29, 2025 |
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Welcome to the Office for Parish Life Newsletter! |
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Communicating important events and available resources from the Office for Parish Life |
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"I see clearly that the thing the church needs most today is the ability to heal wounds and to warm the hearts of the faithful; it needs nearness, proximity.
I see the church as a field hospital after battle. It is useless to ask a seriously injured person if he has high cholesterol and about the level of his blood sugars! You have to heal his wounds. Then we can talk about everything else. Heal the wounds, heal the wounds .... And you have to start from the ground up."
Pope Francis America Magazine Interview "Big Heart Open God" 9.30.13
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"Hope, to be nourished, necessarily needs a 'body' in which the various members support and revive each other. This means, then, if we hope, it is because many of our brothers and sisters have taught us to hope and have kept our hope alive...those who hope are those who each day experience trials, precariousness, and their own limitations. These brothers and sisters give us the strongest, most beautiful witness, because they stand firm, trusting in the Lord, knowing that, beyond the sadness, oppression, and inevitability of death, the last word will be his, and it will be a word of mercy, of life, and of peace. Whoever hopes, hopes to one day hear this word: 'Come, come to me, brother; come, come to me, sister, for all eternity'."
- Pope Francis, "On Hope" |
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PAPAL CONCLAVE |
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CARDINALS SELECT MAY 7 AS STARTING DATE
TO ELECT THE NEXT POPE
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WHAT HAPPENS AT A PAPAL CONCLAVE?
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| Papal Conclave Explained by Fr. Mike Schmitz |
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VATICAN DASHBOARD GIVES VISUAL
OF THE CARDINALS TO ELECT NEXT POPE
(SORT INCLUDES BY AGE, COUNTRY, AND UNDER WHOSE PONTIFICATE THEY WERE ELECTED CARDINAL)
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Parish Catechetical Leaders
to Gather in May |
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Join parish catechetical leaders from around the diocese next month for an inspirational virtual gathering, with updates and networking. Choose any of these meeting times:
May 19 | 6 PM
May 20 | 10 AM
May 21 | Noon
For More Information Contact:
Marianne Guarnieri
(570) 207-2213 x 1100 or mguarnieri@dioceseofscranton.org |
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May 9th Deadline to Apply for
Parish Faith Formation Grants |
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The Scranton Diocese provides financial resources to parishes who are seeking to form missionary disciples through new and innovative evangelization efforts, through grants awarded from the Diocesan Annual Ministries Appeal.
To be considered for the grant, a parish must submit an initiative that demonstrates an effort to equip missionary disciples to live our faith fully, share faith freely with others, transform the world in Christ, call forth the baptized to assume positions of servant leadership and foster the spirit of co-responsibility, supporting each parish in its unique journey to becoming a fully participative community of living faith.
The April 30th Hallow App Parish Partnership detailed in the Parish Renewal section is eligible for a Faith Formation Grant. |
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Hispanic Ministry Weekly Radio Program |
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Invite your Hispanic friends / parishioners to tune into our Weekly Radio Program on 102.3 FM Scranton/Wilkes Barre & 1200 AM Hazelton.
Highlights Include:
Saint of the Week
Catechesis
Testimonials
News
and Much More! |
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Diocesan Pastoral Planning Team Engages Hispanic Community at Saint Teresa of Calcutta, Scranton |
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The Diocesan Pastoral Planning Team recently engaged with the Hispanic Community at St. Teresa of Calcutta Parish. Dedication to the church and a strong sense of community among Hispanic parishioners was evident, as meaningful dialogue transpired which recognized their active participation in shaping the unique cultural and spiritual contributions to the parish and Hispanic community. |
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2025 Pre Cana Schedule |
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Pre Cana classes are offered once per month in areas throughout the diocese and online. Classes cover a wide range of topics, from the theological and spiritual aspects of the sacrament to practical considerations like finances, communication, and conflict resolution. Couples not only gain a deeper understanding of their faith and the meaning of marriage but also develop the skills and resilience necessary to build a strong, lasting partnership. |
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Roman Catholic Diocese of
Scranton Night at PNC Field!! |
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Join us on Friday, June 13th as we head to PNC Field to watch the Scranton/Wilkes-Barre RailRiders take on the Syracuse Mets!
This event is open to EVERYONE and ALL AGES!
Discounted tickets are available at $14/ticket and the post game fireworks display is sure to make it a night to remember for the whole family! |
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Last Chance to Register
2025 Wedding Anniversary Mass
June 1 | 2:30 PM |
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Couples celebrating their 25th or 50th wedding anniversary in 2025 are invited to the Diocesan Wedding Anniversary Mass celebrated by Bishop Bambera on Sunday, June 1st. The Mass will be followed by a light reception at the Diocesan Pastoral Center.
To Register Go Online or Contact:
Bridget Guarnieri
(570) 207-2213 x 1133 or familylife@dioceseofscranton.org
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Five Steps of Compassionate
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Poor conflict resolution is one of the most common issues raised by couples seeking help improving their marriage.
Learn five basic steps that can transform your family's conflicts into opportunities for connection and spiritual growth in this article from CatholicCounselors.com |
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HALLOW PARISH PARTNERSHIP INFORMATION SESSION WEDNESDAY, APRIL 30 | 1:00 PM |
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We’re thrilled to announce that Hallow, the world’s #1 Catholic prayer and meditation platform, is offering a transformative partnership opportunity for our diocese! Hallow hosts the largest online Catholic community in the world with over 23 million users.
Here are just some of the ways Hallow can help your faith community:
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Reach those disconnected from parish life including non-Catholic users in your local geographic area and invite them into the parish
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Foster deeper encounters with Jesus through accessible, meaningful content in English and Spanish
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Engage parishioners and strengthen their relationships with one another as they pray with and for each other
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Launch community challenges where everyone in the parish can journey together
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Run impactful, prayer-centered fundraising initiatives
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Inspire and equip your parishioners with Hallow-led Mission events
Hallow curates the best content delivered by world-class names. You can even customize your own content to appear along with Bishop Barron, Jonathan Roumie, Mark Wahlberg, Fr. Mike Schmitz, and Sr. Miriam, among many others.
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| Click Here to Register for the Hallow Information Session |
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| Click Here to Watch a Short Parish Testimony Video |
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Genesis Mission |
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Forming missionary disciples to build up the Church in Pennsylvania.
The Genesis Mission fosters a deeper sense of discipleship and a greater desire to connect and evangelize while confidently sharing the Gospel message. Genesis teaches a relational approach of encountering and connecting with others.
The seven week course is experiential in nature and focuses on practical skills such as listening and learning to rely on the Holy Spirit.
For More Information Contact:
Regina Wright
(570) 207-2213 x 1135 or rwright@dioceseofscranton.org |
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National Catholic Youth Conference 2025 |
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The Diocese of Scranton will be running a pilgrimage to the National Catholic Youth Conference (NCYC) from Wednesday, November 19th to Sunday, November 23rd, 2025.
NCYC is a 3-day conference for high school age students that involves prayer, community, evangelization, catechesis, service and empowerment. It gathers students from across America for a life changing encounter with Christ.
Details for this event will be sent to parishes shortly with respect to pricing and group details.
Questions?
Contact the Youth Ministry Office at
youthmin@dioceseofscranton.org
or (570) 207-2213 x 1155.
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Eating Disorders & Our Catholic Faith
with Dr. Megan Heeder
Thursday, May 22 | 6:30 PM |
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All are welcome to a mental health workshop offered by Dr. Megan Heeder of The University of Scranton focusing on eating disorders and Catholicism at
Divine Mercy Parish
Mary 22nd at 6:30 PM
Come learn about how wisdom from the Catholic tradition can help people understand eating disorders and offer practical tools to those who struggle with them as well as their friends and family.
Q&A to follow presentation.
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Women's Conference Announced
June 6 & 7, 2025 |
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We are excited to announce the 6th Annual Catholic Women's Conference is coming to Marywood University this June 6th & 7th! The theme of this year’s conference is “Heart to Heart Prayer.”
The conference kicks off this year with a Special Friday Evening Option of dinner and a dynamic presentation from Keynote Speaker Kara Kardell, “When God Speaks to the Heart,” exploring prayer as a profound exchange of love, trust and grace; and explaining practical ways to deepen your prayer life.
The traditional full-day conference follows on Saturday, June 7th. |
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June 7, 2025 Pilgrimage Announced
National Shrine of
Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton |
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June 23 - 25 QUO VADIS DAYS
High School Summer Camp |
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Sophomores through graduating seniors may better discern where God is calling them by attending the Vocations Office Quo Vadis Days.
Cost is $25
Register by June 16th |
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June 23-25 FIAT DAYS
High School Summer Camp
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Sophomores through graduating seniors may better discern where God is calling them by attending the Vocations Office Fiat Days.
Cost is $25
Register by June 16th |
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O God, eternal shepherd,
who govern your flock with unfailing care,
grant in your boundless fatherly love
a pastor for your Church
who will please you by his holiness
and to us show watchful are.
Through our Lord Jesus Christ, your Son,
who lives and reigns with you in the
unity of the Holy Spirt,
God, for ever and ever.
Amen.
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