Diocesan Virtual Women’s Conference Oct 17th

The Diocesan Women’s Conference will be held on Saturday, October 17, 2020, from 9:00 a.m.-12:15 p.m.  The conference registration, schedule, and other information is available at www.hbgdiocese.org/women.

This year’s virtual conference’s theme is “Catholic Women: Our Place at the Table”. The keynote is Emily Stimpson Chapman, nationally known Catholic author, speaker, and blogger. Her address is: Tasting the Love of God: Finding Healing and Joy a the Catholic Table. Other speakers are Bishop Gainer and Mrs. Megan Murphy. There will also be Eucharistic Adoration and Praise and Worship music.

Cost is $10 per person. Registration is online only. Please join us.

 

Diocese Young Adult Mass October 3rd

Saturday, October 3, 2020
7:00 p.m.
Shrine Church

On Saturday, October 3, at 7:00 p.m. Bishop Ronald W. Gainer will act as the Principal Celebrant and Homilist for the Diocesan Mass for Young Adults. The Mass will be celebrated at Saint Catherine Labouré Parish. Young adult Catholics in their 20’s and 30’s are most welcome and heartily encouraged to attend.

Masks and social distancing required.

 

 

Labor Day September 7: Federal Holiday Schedule

On Labor Day, Monday, September 7, 2020, we will operate on our National/Federal holiday schedule with one community Mass celebrated at 9:00 a.m.  The parish office and school are closed.  The 6:30 a.m. Mass, Miraculous Medal Novena and Confessions will not be held.  Enjoy the last holiday of summer!

 

Weekday Mass Schedule Update

A Message from Father Lease

Beginning on Monday, August 24, we will offer daily Mass at 6:30 a.m. Monday through Friday.  With the return of school, I would like to provide Mass for those who must be off to school or work; hence, the 6:30 a.m. time. Due to the sanitization requirements (we have to clean the whole church after each Mass or service); I would like to avoid overloading our hardworking maintenance staff by not scheduling additional services at this time.

The 8:30 AM Friday Mass will be for the School only, and will not be open to the public; this is to keep everyone safe and healthy. We have ordered sanitization equipment that should cut down on the cleaning time; after it arrives and after we see how school is going, I will consider adding mid-morning weekday Masses. Just a reminder: face masks must be worn at all times while in the building.  – Fr. Lease

 

Feast of the Assumption Vigil Mass August 14

This Saturday, August 15 is the Feast of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary.

We will have Mass for the Vigil of the Assumption of the BVM on Friday, August 14 at 7:00 p.m.  The Vigil Mass will be celebrated in person and live streamed on Facebook.

This will be our only Mass for the Assumption, since 1) it is not obligatory this year and 2) we have a wedding and parish Mass on Saturday and need to be careful not to overbook the Shrine Church during COVID precautions.

 

 

 

Free Virtual Cooking Classes in August

The Saint Catherine Laboure Health and Wellness Ministry is happy to share fun ways to cook & eat healthy.
Weis Markets Dietitians will be holding no-cost LIVE virtual classes for Kids and Adults during August. Check out the classes below. Please note, registration is required and closes 48 prior to the class using the links below.
Preschool Cooking Camps
Register here: https://bit.ly/3hvliBW
August 4th: Yogurt Covered Strawberries & Greek Yogurt Ranch Dip
August 6th: Yogurt Covered Strawberries & Greek Yogurt Ranch Dip
August 11th: Berry Granola Frozen Yogurt Bark
August 13th: Berry Granola Frozen Yogurt Bark
August 18th: Apple Donuts
August 20th: Apple Donuts
August 25th: No Bake Energy Bites
August 27th: No Bake Energy Bites
Elementary Baking Camps
Register here: https://bit.ly/39tUWgQ
August 5th: Applesauce Loaf
August 7th: Applesauce Loaf
August 12th: Walnut Blondies
August 14th: Walnut Blondies
August 19th: Blueberry Lemon Mini Muffins
August 21st: Blueberry Lemon Mini Muffins
August 28th: Berry Good For You Cookies
August 29th: Berry Good For You Cookies
Elementary Cooking Camps
Register here: https://bit.ly/32OQAj4
August 6th: Hula Hawaiian Calzones
August 8th: Brunch: Egg Muffins
August 13th: Watermelon Pizza
August 20th: Strawberry Cheesecake Bites
August 22nd: Brunch: Blueberry Almond Baked Oatmeal
August 27th: Peanut Butter Banana Energy Bites
Adult Workshops
Intro to Intuitive Eating
Register here: https://bit.ly/2WMsBgk
August 20th @ 2pm
August 31st @ 5pm
5 Ingredients or Less Cooking Classes
Register here: https://bit.ly/30FdVRl
August 8th @ 2pm: Asian Chicken Jasmine Bowls
August 12th @ 4pm: Walnut, Quinoa, Spinach Stuffed Peppers
August 18th @ 4pm: Pistachio Crusted Shrimp
August 27th @ 2pm: Korean Style Tuna Bowl
No Cook Meals
Register here: https://bit.ly/3fTMiKJ
August 25th @ 5pm: Thai Shrimp Zoodle Bowl
August 26th @ 5pm: Crunchy Apple & Broccoli Slaw

Now Hiring a Director of Religious Education

Saint Catherine Labouré Parish is seeking a part-time Director of Religious Education (DRE) for grades Pre-K through 8. This position is 20-25 hour per week. The DRE provides leadership for the Parish Religious Education Program (PREP) including direction of students and catechists, coordination of preparation and celebration of the Sacraments of Penance, First Holy Communion, and Confirmation for all Saint Catherine Labouré Parish youth (including those children over 7 years of age seeking Baptism or Full Communion in the Catholic Church), close collaboration with the Saint Catherine Labouré school community; Vacation Bible School, and parent meetings. This position requires a mature, professional, responsible, committed Catholic in good standing with excellent communication, interpersonal, organizational, technology and administrative skills. Must have formal training in Catholic theology and catechetical experience. A bachelor’s degree in theology, education, or a related field is preferred.

Interested candidates should send cover letter, resume, and references to Mr. Mark Frey, Parish Manager, at mfrey@sclhbg.org or call 717.564.1321 x104

Join us to Learn About One of America’s Unknown Heroes

Across The Father Tolton Movie 

Friday, July 31, 2020 at 6:30 p.m. 

This short film viewing is about the boyhood of the first African American priest and his attempt to escape slavery in 1863.  The film will be followed by a historical presentation about the Venerable Augustine Tolton including Q&A with Writer and Director Christopher Foley.  Watch the movie trailer. 

Bishop Ronald Gainer and Bishop Joseph Perry, postulator for the Father Tolton canonization cause, will join our discussion.  Screening and presentation will be offered using the Zoom platform.  To receive the Zoom link to access the presentation, please follow this link to register online.

 

2020-2021 Parish Pastoral Council Election

Parish Pastoral Councils are an invaluable asset to pastors in providing leadership for the overall life of the parish.   The Parish Pastoral Council is a community of service.  The first and main goal of the Parish Pastoral Council is parish renewal through evangelization.   This weekend we are conducting our annual election of new members to serve in this important role on our Parish Pastoral Council.  All parishioners who are 18 years of age and older are asked to vote using the ballot found in the pews.  Vote Today!