From all of us at the Office for Parish Life, our thoughts and prayers are with those affected by the COVID-19 virus. As a diocese, our mission is to provide you with the resources you need to facilitate transformative experiences of God for yourself and your families. Below is a list of recommended resources …
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Sharing Good Health July 17, 2020 March 23, 2020 At the direction of Governor Tom Wolf, all schools in the Diocese of …
This document reflects the most recent guidance from the Diocese of Scranton regarding the 2019 Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) and steps our communities can take to help prevent its spread. The Diocese of Scranton will be updating this guidance in accordance with recommendations from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), the Pennsylvania Department of …
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Communication to Diocese of Scranton Catholic Schools Families: Frequently Asked Questions About the Plan for Schools The Diocese of Scranton Catholic Schools Office continues to plan for the 2020-2021 school year. This effort is being spearheaded by the Diocesan Health and Safety Committee, which is comprised of diocesan and local school administration and clergy along …
Effective immediately, and until further notice, Bishop Joseph C. Bambera, in union with the Bishops of Pennsylvania, has dispensed the faithful of the Diocese of Scranton from the obligation to attend Sunday Mass. Despite the suspension of the obligation to attend Sunday Mass, all regularly scheduled Masses will remain open to the public for …
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“Everyone has that giving side to their personality” As they peeled potatoes and diced up peppers, two dozen students from Holy Redeemer High School got a lesson that can’t be found in a textbook. “It’s really humbling because a lot of time we take for granted the food we have and how easy and …
HOMILY All Souls Day – November 2, 2019 (Wisdom 3:1-9; Romans 6:3-9; Matthew 11:25-30) Many of you have heard me tell stories about my family from whom I have learned so much in life. I’m sure a few of you have heard the story of my dad’s earliest years that I have shared from time …
April 4, 2019 Dear President Trump, Vice President Pence, Speaker Pelosi, Minority Leader McCarthy, Majority Leader McConnell and Minority Leader Schumer: We are a diverse group of advocates for religious liberty for all. We sometimes differ about what religious freedom requires, but we are united around the bedrock principle of ensuring that all individuals …
Weekdays Weekly Eucharistic Adoration hosted by St. Paul Parish, held at St. Clare Church 2235 North Washington Ave., Scranton, PA 18509; daily exposition & adoration of the Holy Eucharist held Monday thru Friday from 4-5pm. With the Rosary recited beginning at 4:30 each day. Special intentions for our country and our world include: A return …
Listed below are the most recent liturgical directives and updates issued by the Vatican or the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops. Please check this page periodically for more liturgical updates. Revised Order of Penance The revised translation for the Order of Penance was approved by the Bishops of the United States on June …