September 14, 2020 CARBONDALE – Eucharistic exuberance filled the hearts of the faithful when diocesan parishes opened their doors for a return to the sacraments for their flocks. In the months that followed, priests have celebrated Masses in small indoor gatherings and larger outdoor venues. As the public continues to be welcome to enter …
SCRANTON (May 27, 2020) – In a video message to parishioners, Bishop Joseph C. Bambera announced details regarding the gradual reopening of additional parishes in the Diocese of Scranton. Starting on Monday, June 1, 2020, parishes in Luzerne, Monroe, Pike, Susquehanna, Wayne and Wyoming counties can resume in-person Masses. On Monday, June 8, 2020, …
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Holy Thursday Mass from Rome was blaring from my father’s television set as I ate my lunch in the next room. It’s a familiar scene in our household. Dad, a former daily Mass-goer, doesn’t go out much anymore. He has been practically immobilized by ALS for some years now. So before anyone had ever heard …
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 …
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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 …
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As counties are moved into the yellow phase as part of Governor Wolf’s reopening plan, parishes and other entities of the Diocese of Scranton will need to be prepared to adopt the new guidelines. Some of our current sheltering restrictions will be lifted, but additional requirements will be in place for any public …
Witness Talk I- Brief Overview “Good morning. My name is ___ and I am a parishioner here at ___. Father (pastor) _____ has asked me to take a moment to speak today and I agreed — because I believe in the work of the Diocesan Annual Appeal and I’m here to ask you …
Christ the King Parish, Archbald LITURGICAL LIFE ADULT SERVERS: All adult parishioners are invited to serve as acolytes for Masses of Christian Burial, daily Masses and Holy Day Masses. If this is something you feel called to do or if you served as an altar server as a child come and join this sacred ministry. ALTAR …
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St. Eulalia Parish, Roaring Brook Township Weekend Mass Schedule: Saturday 4 p.m.; Sunday: 8:00 a.m.; 10:05 a.m.; 11:30 a.m. Daily Mass Schedule: Monday through Thursday at 8:00 a.m. In case of inclement weather, the parish follows the local school district policy: A 2 hour delay of school indicates a two hour Mass delay (10:30 a.m.) …
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March 25, 2019 SCRANTON, PA – As parishioners spend time in prayer for the season of Lent, the Diocese of Scranton announces today that it will host the incorrupt heart of Saint Jean Vianney at the Cathedral of Saint Peter in Scranton in April. The major relic of Saint Jean Vianney’s incorrupt heart is currently …
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