Category: Announcements

Creating a Culture of Life in PA

September 10, 2022

9:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.

Murray Hall

Saint Catherine Laboure Parish is co-sponsoring a Speaker’s Forum to inform Harrisburg area Christians on the Dobbs decision and status of abortion in America post-Roe. The format will include two panels (1 1/2 hour sessions) with topics including legal, medical, social, and spiritual perspectives on abortion and the Dobbs decision.

Coffee and networking opportunities between sessions.

Seating is Registration required since seating is limited.  Register at PAFamily.org

Speakers Forum Flyer

We have immediate openings for:

IT Support Technician

Saint Catherine Labouré Parish and School have an immediate opening for an IT Support Technician. This position is part time with the potential to move to full time. 

Applicant must have the:

• ability to support Windows 10, GSuite/Chromebooks, and iOS
• knowledge of desktop hardware and software installation/configuration
• educational media experience (interactive boards, projectors, network printers, document cameras; etc.)
• hands-on hardware and software troubleshooting experience
• ability to support live streaming equipment, digital signage, and phone systems

The IT Support Technician is expected to display good interpersonal skills as they will interact with colleagues from various departments.

In addition, the applicant should demonstrate a desire to learn and a positive attitude, along with the ability to prioritize and work independently.

Required background checks and Mandated Reporter training required.

Send cover letter and resume to  Jerry Donlan at gdonlan@sclhbg.org or call 717-564-1321.

Part Time Cafeteria Staff

Cafeteria staff will:

• prepare and serve meals to school age children
• Clean up cafeteria and kitchen area
• Maintain inventory as director by cafeteria manager

Hours and days are flexible. Required background checks and Mandated Reporter training required.

Interested candidates should contact Jerry Donlan at gdonlan@sclhbg.org or call 717-564-1321.

Part Time Rectory Cook

We have a need for an individual to prepare nutritious and balanced dinners for our Priests in residence.

• Pre-portioned meal kits including detailed directions are supplied for part of the week.
• Some additional menu planning (in coordination with rectory staff) is needed.
• Must maintain a sanitary work environment along with other relevant tasks will be required.

There is some flexibility in hours although primarily for evening meals which average approximately four days (10 hours) per week.

Required background checks and Mandated Reporter training required.

To apply, contact Jerry Donlan at gdonlan@sclhbg.org or call 717-564-1321.

EPICS Meet & Greet 

Wednesday, August 24, 2022 

7:00 pm 

Leo Hall 

Too young for Coffee Cup? (Seniors)  Too old for Voyage? (18-35 Young Adults) then EPICS is the group for you!

EPICS stands for Experienced Persons in Christ’s Service but we’re really just a group of 40+ people looking to spend time with others closer to our own life experiences.

We plan on a variety of monthly activities such as dinners, game nights, community service projects, and opportunities for spiritual discussion and reflection.

Step out of your comfort zone and join us for an EPICS Meet & Greet 

No sign ups – just show up! 

The Eucharistic Adoration Leadership team is recruiting new adorers with the goal of expanding the hours of Eucharistic Adoration.  Our goal is to have at least 2 adorers every hour.  Click here to sign up! 

Times available are:

• Monday 1:00 p.m.—7:00 p.m. (Shrine Church)
• Tues-Thurs 2:00 p.m.—9:00 p.m. (Chapel)
• Friday 1:00 p.m.—6:00 p.m. (Chapel)

Extended times will begin when all slots have been filled. 

Please sign up in the narthex after Masses on August 6/7 or click here to fill out your information. 

Any questions call Colleen Hoover at 717.561.2409.

Tuesday, August 9, 2022

7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.

Leo Hall

Topic:  SCAMS

Our first session “Scams” is presented by the State Attorney General’s Office’s Bureau of Consumer Protection. 

Did you know?  Consumers report losing more than $5.8 billion to fraud in 2021?  Protect yourself! 

Life brings us many challenges.  Our goal is to help us face each one head-on by educating ourselves.  On the second Tuesday of each month, we will explore different topics in our Unraveling Life Issues series.

Register to attend this program by completing the form below.  

Saturday, July 23 
8:45 a.m. – 12:15 p.m.
St. Theresa’s Parish,  1300 Bridge St, New Cumberland

Join Catholic Spiritual Director Sandy Monier for a relaxing morning where we will learn to pray with the scriptures while enjoying conversation, door prizes, and a continental breakfast.

On Saturday, July 23rd we will begin with Mass at St. Theresa’s, New Cumberland at 8:45 a.m. and end at 12:15 p.m.

A donation of $15 will be accepted at the door. To register, please contact Irene Woodard at cal2penn@gmail.com. Please put “Women at Prayer” in the subject line of your email.

Don’t know how to knit or crochet, but would like to learn?  We will teach you. 

The Prayer Shawl Ministry will meet on Tuesday, July 5 in Leo Hall from 9:30 a.m.-11:30 a.m.  All are welcome to attend.   Meetings are monthly on the first Tuesday of the month.

Not interested in knitting or crocheting but would like to contribute?  The shawl ministry is always in need of yarn.  Donations of yarn, or gift cards to JoAnn’s or Hobby Lobby, may be dropped off at the meeting or in the parish office at your convenience.

Calling all current or new Lectors, Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion, and Sacristans…

This summer, Father Lease will hold training for Lectors, Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion, and Sacristans. These trainings are for both new volunteers and those currently serving. Only one session is required for each ministry, but you may attend more than one session if desired. If you cannot attend the listed times, don’t worry, other opportunities will be offered in the future.

Please note, Extraordinary Ministers are still required to attend the Diocesan training before serving, or if already trained, to keep their mandate current.

In order to register, please contact Kathy Sperry at ksperry@sclhbg.org or by calling the office at 717-564-1321.  

Lectors:

• Sunday, July 3, 10:45 AM
• Tuesday, July 5, 6:30 PM
• Tuesday, August 23, 6:30 PM
• Saturday, August 27, 9:30 AM

Sacristans (Clearances Needed):

• Sunday, July 10, 10:45 AM
• Thursday, July 21, 6:30 PM
• Thursday, August 25, 6:30 PM

Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion:

• Sunday, July 31, 10:45 AM
• Tuesday, August 9, 6:30 PM
• Thursday, August 11, 6:30 PM

Men of the Parish consider attending the 44th annual Corpus Christi Men’s Retreat at Mount St. Marys University in Emmitsburg, MD on August 5-7, 2022.

Author and EWTN programs and radio host, Father Larry Richards from the Diocese of Erie will be our Retreat Master.

Cost is $200 for six conferences, daily Mass, 2 night lodging, and 6 meals.  Reservations due by July 10, requiring a $60 deposit .

Contact Leno Serafini at 717.657.8188 to register and make the $60 deposit.

Are you interested in helping those in need, serving your parish, growing in your faith and having exclusive access to top-rated insurance protection for your family? Then the Knights of Columbus is the organization for you!

As a member of the Knights of Columbus, a man does not only strengthen his faith in the here and now. Through his support of community and Church, he will form friendships with his brother Knights that can last a lifetime, and he can do his part to make a difference in our parish, our community and our world for generations to follow.

The Saint Catherine Labouré Council doesn’t seek to take time away from you or your family, but rather to offer you quality time together by helping others, and being with men who share your Catholic faith. We’ll be conducting a membership drive after all the Masses this weekend. We invite all men of the parish over the age of 18 to stop by our table in the narthex after Mass to learn more about our Council or use the form below to contact us.