The Diocese is saddened by the death of Father Daniel Hitchko. Although Father, who was 73, had been battling several serious health problems for a number of years, his sudden death while attending an event at Wyoming Area Catholic School was unexpected. The paramedics who responded attempted to use the school’s automated external defibrillator (AED), …
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His Excellency, Bishop Joseph C. Bambera, announces the following appointments: PASTOR/ADMINISTRATOR Reverend Philip A. Altavilla, V.E., from Administrator, Immaculate Conception Parish, Scranton, effective November 18, 2010. Father Altavilla will continue as Episcopal Vicar, Northern Pastoral Region, and Diocesan Director of Ecumenism and Interfaith Affairs. Reverend Patrick J. McLaughlin, from Leave of Absence for health reasons, …
Read MoreChancellor James B. Earley Announces His Retirement 0
Longtime Chancellor James B. Earley has announced he will retire on Jan. 1, concluding 19 years of distinguished service to the Diocese. Mr. Earley, 62, began his tenure in 1991 as editor of The Catholic Light. He was named Chancellor in 1996, the first layperson to hold that position. Reflecting on Mr. Earley’s service and …
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