Bishop Bambera’s Message to the Faithful July 1, 2020
Bishop Bambera Announces Gradual Reopening of Additional Parishes
Guidelines for Safely Returning to Mass
Detailed Liturgical Norms for the Green and Yellow Phases with Gradual Re-Opening
As counties move from yellow into green phase, please be reminded that all of the Diocesan Liturgical Norms during the Pandemic remain in place. All of the safety practices must be continued until further notice from the CDC. For parishes in green counties, it may be more possible to resume some other types of parish activity, while still respecting social distancing, use of masks, and proper sanitization.
Ongoing Liturgical Norms for Red Phase with Stay at Home Orders
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July 1, 2020: Up & Over Retreat Going Virtual
June 26, 2020: During troubled times, turn to Jesus, Bishop Bambera tells Catholic school students
June 26, 2020: Saint Ann’s Solemn Novena will be held, with changes
June 25, 2020: Bishop to ordain three men to the Priesthood on June 27
June 21, 2020: Couples celebrate wedding anniversaries; share wisdom with others
June 19, 2020: 11th Vocations Classic postponed to 2021
June 17, 2020: Young adults learn how to make ‘Bold Choices’ during virtual retreat
June 5, 2020: Three men to be Ordained to Diocesan Priesthood June 27
June 4, 2020: Parishioners Thankful As Many Public Masses Resume
May 24, 2020: Leaning on the Lord: During pandemic, Mark DeCelles ordained to the Diaconate
May 14, 2020: Parishes in four counties may gradually resume public Masses beginning May 18
May 14, 2020: Diocesan seminarian to be ordained Transitional Deacon
May 13, 2020: ‘Sew’ Be It: Mask making ministries cover vital need
May 12, 2020: Coronavirus Emergency Fund helps those in need
May 12, 2020: It’s full ‘STREAM’ ahead – at home – for Catholic School students
May 12, 2020: Saint Francis Commons goes ‘extra mile’ to ensure safety during COVID-19
May 11, 2020: Catholic youth group serves up surprises to public servants – with a side of prayers
May 3, 2020: God is calling, even in the midst of a global pandemic
May 1, 2020: Bishops Reconsecrate U.S. To Mary Amid COVID-19 Pandemic
April 24, 2020: Diocese begins planning for time when restrictions are lifted
April 24, 2020: Pastors Spread Messages of Easter Hope Via Livestreaming
April 24, 2020: Donors responding generously to Coronavirus Emergency Fund
April 24, 2020: Religious Education Directors and youth ministers stay connected
April 24, 2020: During time of crisis, CSS responds to need
April 24, 2020: Parish food pantries seeing new faces, meeting needs across Diocese
April 24, 2020: Living their Faith, Catholic School students make masks to help community
April 24, 2020: Catholic School update
April 24, 2020: April Child Abuse Prevention Month Message amid COVID 19 pandemic
April 2, 2020: Bishop’s Video Message to the Faithful, Holy Week Services
March 30, 2020: Diocese of Scranton Coronavirus Update
March 25, 2020: Bishop’s Video Message to the Faithful
March 23, 2020: Diocese of Scranton Coronavirus Update
March 17, 2020: Diocese of Scranton Coronavirus Update
March 16, 2020: Diocese of Scranton Coronavirus Update
March 12, 2020: Diocese of Scranton Coronavirus Update
Resources
Pennsylvania Department of Health
USCCB Response to Outbreak of Coronavirus
Resources for Prayer and Encouragement during Coronavirus
Tips on Livestreaming the Mass