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Catholic Charities Creates Endowment Funds for Donors to Help Pottsville and Allentown Soup Kitchens Feed the Needy
by Paul Wirth | Aug 10, 2022 | News | 0
Endowment funds provide a long-term source of income for a charitable organization by keeping the principal intact and giving off investment income in perpetuity.
Read MoreVin Scully, Legendary Baseball Announcer, Also Was a Committed Catholic
by Paul Wirth | Aug 8, 2022 | News | 0
Scully’s skills as a broadcaster, and as an orator more generally, were shaped by his Catholic education. After receiving his elementary school education from the Sisters of Charity, he graduated from Fordham University in 1949, having majored in communications.
Read MoreAs Struggle Continues to End Abortion in Pennsylvania, the Church Provides Help for Women and Families
by Paul Wirth | Aug 4, 2022 | News | 0
Many Catholics rejoiced when the U.S. Supreme Court overturned Roe v. Wade, ending 50 years of federal protection for abortion. But abortion remains legal in Pennsylvania, so our work is not done. If we want to protect life rather than allow it to be terminated, it is important to continue to press legislators and public officials.
Read MoreCatholic Date Nights for Married Couples are a Big Hit
by Paul Wirth | Aug 2, 2022 | News | 0
There’s a new lineup of diocesan events for Catholics of various ages and situations in life. The date nights are designed so people can gather with others who want to live their faith while also having a little fun.
Read MoreHoly Hour for Vocations with Bishop Schlert in Reading on Thursday
by Paul Wirth | Aug 1, 2022 | News | 0
As part of the 6 p.m. event, Diocese of Allentown Seminarian Robert Rienzo will be admitted to Candidacy for Diaconate and Priesthood, one of the milestones in preparation to become a priest.
Read MoreAshland Native Ordained a Priest at 66: ‘You’re never too old to serve the Lord’
by Paul Wirth | Aug 1, 2022 | News | 0
After retiring from a career as a dentist, Jerome Kleponis, a native of Ashland in the Diocese of Allentown, felt a calling to Google “older vocations to the Priesthood.” Call him Father Kleponis now. He was ordained a priest for the Diocese of Harrisburg June 4 by Bishop Ronald Gainer.
Read MoreSt. Francis Retreat House Announces Two Programs For This Fall
by Paul Wirth | Aug 1, 2022 | News | 0
St. Francis Retreat House in Easton will offer two weekend retreats this fall. Dr. Christina R....
Read MoreChecking in With Father James Harper, Who is on Temporary Assignment with the U.S. Navy
by Paul Wirth | Jul 27, 2022 | News | 0
It was three years ago that Father James Harper accepted a call to leave his diocesan duties and become a military chaplain on loan to the U.S. Navy. He answered some questions about his service by email.
Read MoreScout Service Project Creates Accessible Gardening at Holy Family Manor
by Paul Wirth | Jul 27, 2022 | News | 0
Vegetable gardening season is in full swing, and now residents of Holy Family Manor can grow tomatoes, cabbages, and other garden bounty without bending, thanks to an innovative set of raised-bed gardens built by a Bethlehem Scout as part of his Eagle service project.
Read MoreFertility Awareness and Natural Family Planning Task Force Formed
by Paul Wirth | Jul 26, 2022 | News | 0
The Fertility Awareness and Natural Family Planning Task Force is focused on spreading awareness, sharing resources, and developing communities of support.
Read More‘Pray, Hope, and Don’t Worry’ is the Theme of This Week’s Diocesan Vocations Retreats for Young Men and Women
by Paul Wirth | Jul 19, 2022 | News | 0
“We are very excited to welcome so many high school students from all five counties of our Diocese,” said Father Mark Searles, Vocations Director.
Read MoreSave the Date for the Wedding Anniversary Mass September 18
by Paul Wirth | Jul 19, 2022 | News | 0
Married couples from around the Diocese are invited to renew their vows and thank God for the gift of the Sacrament of Marriage during the annual Diocesan Wedding Anniversary Mass, to be celebrated at 2 p.m. September 18.
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