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Lawmakers Commemorate Diocese of Harrisburg’s 150th Anniversary

In commemoration of 150 years of faith and service to Pennsylvania, Sen. John DiSanto (R-Dauphin) and Rep. Ron Marsico (R-Dauphin) presented official citations from the Pennsylvania Senate and House, respectively, to Bishop Ronald Gainer. The resolutions state, in part: WHEREAS, The D
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April 27, 2018
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Faith Used to Fight Opioid Addiction

From a WHTM ABC27 special report on the opioid epidemic featuring the Diocese of Harrisburg’s Evergreen House. With the number of overdose deaths only continuing to get worse, we thought we’d look at a supplemental approach to recovery that addicts may want to consider. Faith ca
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March 28, 2018
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addiction, Diocese of Harrisburg, dr. eric kocian, opioid epidemic, recovery

The Shining Light: Harrisburg Thrift Shop Serves as Beacon of Hope

““Karla”, 36, was recently released from prison, and was referred to Shining Light by Capitol Pavilion, one of our partner agencies. Trying to get back on her feet, and with limited resources, Karla needed basic clothing. Shining Light was able to provide her with several complete out
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December 21, 2017
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Pennsylvania Civic Commemoration Ceremony of the Holocaust

“We must always be vigilant in preventing such atrocities,” said Matthew Handel, Chair of the Pennsylvania Jewish Coalition. “This annual civic commemoration is essential to acknowledge and reflect on the catastrophe that fell upon the Jewish people and other groups of victims who wer
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April 25, 2017
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PA Bishops, Dioceses React to Supreme Court Decision

The July 26 Supreme Court decision  interpreted the U.S. Constitution to require all states to license and recognize same-sex “marriage.” Here is a reaction from around the state: Archbishop Charles Chaput of Philadelphia said, “The Supreme Court’s 5-4 decision on marriage
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June 30, 2015
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Pope Francis names Very Rev. Edward Malesic Bishop of Greensburg

GREENSBURG — Pope Francis has appointed Very Rev. Father Edward C. Malesic, J.C.L., judicial vicar of the Diocese of Harrisburg and pastor of Holy Infant Parish, York Haven, bishop of the Diocese of Greensburg and accepted the resignation of Bishop Lawrence E. Brandt, 76, from pastora
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April 24, 2015
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Welcome, Bishop Gainer

Bishop Gainer was installed today as the 11th Bishop of the Diocese of Harrisburg. As part of that role, he will serve as the President of the PCC. Here are some photos of his first week in the Diocese of Harrisburg. For more information, visit the diocesan website.
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March 19, 2014
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Most Reverend Ronald W. Gainer Appointed Eleventh Bishop of Harrisburg

The Very Reverend Robert M. Gillelan, Jr., Diocesan Administrator, has announced that Pope Francis has named Most Reverend Ronald W. Gainer, 66, as the eleventh bishop of the Diocese of Harrisburg. He succeeds Bishop Joseph P. McFadden, who died, May 2, 2013. Bishop Gainer will be int
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January 24, 2014
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The Pro-Life Ministry of Lourdeshouse

From The Catholic Witness- For the women who seek safety, support and services at Lourdeshouse, the residence is a maternity home like no other. They see it not as a shelter, but as a home, where they receive case management, proper nutrition, parenting classes and transportation in a
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October 25, 2013
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Fortnight for Freedom in Pennsylvania

The U.S. bishops have called for a Fortnight for Freedom, a two-week period of prayer and action, to address many current challenges to religious liberty, including the August 1, 2013, deadline for religious organizations to comply with the HHS contraceptive mandate, Supreme Court rul
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June 11, 2013
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