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June 10, 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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"What great need there is to promote an encounter with God, whose tender love values and loves the story of every person!
It is not a matter of giving hasty answers to difficult questions, but of drawing close to people, listening to them, and trying to understand together with them how to face their difficulties.
And this requires a readiness to be open, when necessary, to new ways of seeing things and different ways of acting, for each generation is different and has its own challenges, dreams and questions." |
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- Message of Pope Leo XIV to seminar participants of: “Evangelizing with the Families of Today and Tomorrow: Ecclesiological and Pastoral Challenges”, organized by the Dicastery for Laity, Family and Life (June 2-3, 2025). |
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"God never gives up on us; he is always ready to accept us and give meaning and hope to our lives, however hopeless our situation may seem and however insignificant our merits may appear. "
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- Pope Leo XIV
General Audience, 6/4/25 |
| Read More From Pope Leo's Homily |
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Join us for a Jubilee Year Pilgrimage
Wednesday, October 1 |
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Heartfelt Congratulations to the Recipients
of the 2025-2026
Parish Based Faith Formation Grants |
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This year’s grant cycle saw great growth as 47 out of our 106 parishes applied for initiatives more diverse than ever before.
The Faith Formation Grant committee, is pleased to announce these recipients:
- Annunciation, Hazelton
- Blessed Virgin Mary Queen of Peace, Hawley
- Cathedral of Saint Peter, Scranton
- Christ the King, Scranton
- Epiphany, Sayre
- Gate of Heaven, Dallas
- Holy Name of Jesus, West Hazleton
- Holy Rosary, Hazleton
- Immaculate Conception, Scranton
- Mary, Mother of God, Scranton
- Most Holy Trinity, Cresco
- Most Holy Trinity, Susquehanna
- Our Lady of the Abingtons, Dalton | Saint Mary of the Lake, Lake Winola | Saint Patrick, Nicholson
- Our Lady of the Rosary, Carbondale
- Our Lady of the Snows, Clarks Summit | Saint Gregory, Clarks Green
- Our Lady Queen of Peace, Brodheadsville
- Resurrection, Muncy
- Sacred Heart of Jesus, Dupont
- Saint Ann, Shohola | Saint John Newmann, Hawley | Saint Vincent dePaul, Milford
- Saint Ann, Williamsport | Saint Boniface,
Williamsport | Saint Joseph the Worker, Williamsport
- Saint Brigid, Friendsville
- Saint Faustina Kowalska, Nanticoke
- Saint Therese, Shavertown | Saint Frances X. Cabrini, Carverton
- Saint John Bosco, Conyngham
- Saint John the Evangelist, Pittston | Saint Joseph Morello, Pittston | Our Lady of the Eucharist, Pittston
- Saint Luke, Stroudsburg
- Saint Maria Goretti, Laflin
- Saint Maximillian Kolbe, Pocono Pines
- Saint Nicholas-Saint Mary, Wilkes-Barre
- Saint Teresa of Calcutta, Scranton
- Saint Thomas More, Lake Ariel
- Holy Child, Mansfield | Saint Peter, Wellsboro | Saint Thomas the Apostle, Elkland
- Saints Anthony & Rocco Parish, Dunmore |
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Has Family Life Become Overwhelmingly Busy? |
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Has your prayer life become dry or non-existent because of it? This happens to many, if not all of us, at some point.
Today, give yourself the grace of knowing you are not alone in this. if you need a kickstart back into prayer, here are "10 Pointers for Prayer" for you and your family.
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| Click Here for "10 Pointers for Prayer" |
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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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This Friday, June 13th
Diocese of Scranton Night
at PNC Field!! |
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Join over 130 diocesan Catholics who have already purchased tickets!
Discounted tickets are available at $14/ticket (+ fees) and can be purchased using the link below!
The post game fireworks display is sure to make it a night to remember for the whole family! |
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| Purchase Tickets Here |
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June Stewardship Ideas |
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The International Catholic Stewardship Council offers inspiring Stewardship Ideas for June that invite us to view our lives as opportunities for sharing, caring and nurturing the gifts we've been entrusted with. These ideas encourage us to see beyond ourselves and recognize the interconnectedness of our community.
Each suggestion serves as a reminder that stewardship isn't just about managing resources, but about cultivating a heart of generosity, compassion and love. |
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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
rwright@dioceseofscranton.org
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| Read of the Impact in Cresco/Pocono Pines |
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How Your Parish Can Move
From Here to There
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Are you looking to engage more of your parishioners in the life and ministries of your parish?
Would you like to increase parish offertory in order to do more ministry and outreach?
The Parish Renewal Team can help!
For More Information Contact:
Dominick Costantino
Director of Parish Renewal
(570) 207-2213 or
dcostantino@dioceseofscranton.org |
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Williamsport Parishes Take a
Closer Look at Mission and Vision |
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Parish leaders and staff from Saint Ann, Saint Boniface and Saint Joseph the Worker in Williamsport came together last weekend for a closer look into mission and vision for their Williamsport Catholic Parishes at the Sent Parish Disciple Maker Workshop.
The Sent Parish System is a structured approach, beginning with an assessment to help parishes evaluate their evangelization efforts, leading to developing a customized playbook or roadmap outlining strengths and addressing challenges.
This is followed by the Disciple Maker Workshop – a hands-on training session for parish leadership teams to deepen their understanding, foster collaboration and alignment towards a unified vision and begin developing a strategic evangelization plan together.
Following the workshop, your parish leaders receive ongoing support, accountability and guidance from Sent Parish through a series of monthly coaching groups where they problem-solve challenges, and share best practices in a dynamic, supportive environment as they begin to execute the plans they’ve put in place.
The process culminates in the Disciple Maker Parish Mission – a dynamic one-evening parish mission event to engage the broader parish community in the mission of evangelization and inspire active participation.
For More Information Contact:
Regina Wright
(570) 207-2213 x 1135
rwright@dioceseofscranton.org |
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ICSC Annual Stewardship Conference September 21-24
Chicago, IL |
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The 63rd Annual Catholic Stewardship Conference is coming this September to Chicago, IL.
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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Diocesan Pastoral Planning Team Engages with
Saint Faustina Kowalska Parish, Nanticoke |
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The Hispanic community at Saint Faustina Kowalska Parish, is a vibrant and growing community in Nanticoke.
At a recent parish assembly, they identified a desire for formation in leadership, to increase community involvement in the Mass, and to grow in unity as a parish family. |
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El equipo diocesano de planificación pastoral colabora con la Parroquia Santa Faustina Kowalska en Nanticoke
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La comunidad hispana de la Parroquia Santa Faustina Kowalska es una comunidad vibrante y en crecimiento en Nanticoke Pensilvania.
En la asamblea parroquial más reciente, de la segunda fase para crear un plan pastoral para el Ministerio Hispano. Los participantes identificaron diferentes necesidades y el deseo de formación en liderazgo, de aumentar la participación comunitaria en la misa y de crecer en unidad como familia parroquial. |
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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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Programa de radio semanal del Ministerio Hispano |
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Invita a tus familiares y amigos/ Feligreses a escuchar nuestro programa semanal en La Mega
102.3 FM Scranton/Wilkes-Barre & 1200 AM Hazleton
Dónde podrás aprender más sobre:
El Santo de la semana,
Catequesis,
Testimonios, Noticias de la iglesia y mucho más
Familiares, amigos & feligreses a escuchar nuestro programa semanal. |
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Like Our Diocesan Hispanic
Ministry Facebook Page |
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Covering all the latest news and happenings for the Hispanic Community in the Diocese of Scranton.
Visit us today!
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| Click Here to Go to Our Facebook Page |
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Dale like, comparte y sigue nuestra página de Facebook: Ministerio Hispano-Hispano-Diócesis de Scranton |
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Cubriendo todos los acontecimientos y últimas noticias en nuestra comunidad hispana en la Diócesis de Scranton.
Visitanos hoy mismo!
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Bishop Bambera to Honor Diocesan Priests
in Mass of Thanksgiving |
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Join Bishop Bambera as he celebrates 12 Diocesan Priests who are celebrating a special jubilee in Mass at Cathedral this Thursday. |
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Novena Prayer for the Ordination to the Priesthood of
Rev. Mr. Andrew McCarroll &
Rev. Mr. Thomas Dzwonczyk |
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Join us in Novena Prayer
June 20 - June 28
In gratitude for their generous response to God's call.
Witness their Ordination to the Priesthood on Saturday, June 28th at 10 AM at the Cathedral of St. Peter, Scranton or streaming live on CTV! |
| Download the Novena Prayer Here |
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National Catholic Youth Conference 2025 |
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The Diocese of Scranton is running a pilgrimage for high school age students to the National Catholic Youth Conference (NCYC) in Indianapolis, Indiana 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.
For the most updated information for NCYC click the link below.
Information on this page includes cost of the trip, a recommended payment schedule, due dates, and and online sign up/payment portal.
The theme of this years conference is
I AM/YO SOY, which is the revelation of God's Name to Moses as found in the Book of Exodus.
Any questions concerning NCYC can be sent to youthmin@dioceseofscranton.org
or by calling the Youth Ministry Office at
(570) 207-2213 x 1155.
Thank you! |
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Save the Date!
Diocesan Youth Rally
Saturday | September 27 |
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The Youth Rally will give students opportunities to meet other young Catholics, participate in fun and engaging workshops, enjoy praise and worship music, experience Mass and Adoration with other young Catholics, and much more!
Save the date! |
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In 2021, St. John Newmann and St. Paul of the Cross Parishes on the south side of Scranton were linked. Over the course of 4 years, parishioners deliberated the best way to effectively maintain the Catholic presence on Scranton's South Side, considering the changing demographics, decreased Mass attendance, financial constraints and mounting deferred maintenance. Under the leadership of Fr. Jonathan Kuhar, the parishes merged in 2023 to form St. Teresa of Calcutta Parish, with worship sites on Prospect Ave. (Church of the Sacred Hearts of Jesus and Mary) and Orchard St. (Church of the Nativity of Our Lord).
On Pentecost Sunday, June 8, 2024, the parish said good bye to Nativity Church. With beautiful music and a somber but inspirational liturgy befitting this magnificent sacred building, people from all over the diocese returned to pay a last visit before the doors were locked a final time.
Nativity, you have served us well! We hold your memories in our hearts.
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| Click here for a Photo Gallery Commemorating Nativity Church |
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International Exhibition of
Eucharistic Miracles comes to
Saint Thomas More Church, Lake Ariel |
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A Vatican approved Exhibition of the Eucharistic Miracles from around the world will be on display at Saint Thomas More Church in Lake Ariel
Monday Evening June 16th
Friday Afternoon June 20th
Sunday Afternoon June 22nd
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| Download flyer for more details |
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Pope Leo's June Prayer Intention |
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Pope Leo XIV has released his first monthly prayer intention for the month of June, inviting the faithful to pray "that each one of us might find consolation in a personal relationship with Jesus, and from His Heart, learn to have compassion on the world."
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| Learn More About Pope Leo's June Prayer Intention Here |
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