2022-2023 Friday Religious Education Academic Program:
Registration for classes continues today for any interested student from preschool (age 3) - high school; registration tables will be outside today after each of the morning Masses, for families who wish to register their children for classes.
Auditions for St. Lawrence Choir:
The Saint Lawrence Choir serves as the primary ensemble for all Sung Masses at our parish. Members are called to all Sundays and 1st Class Feasts from September until the Solemnity of Corpus Christi. Those interested in joining the choir must have prior singing experience and be able to attend Thursday evening rehearsals. Auditions will be held on September 1 from 5:30pm 8:30pm. For more information, to sign up for an audition, or to schedule a time other than stated above, please email the Director of Music, Paul Thomas May at: music@stlawrence.cc.
Did you serve in the Military?
The Catholic War Veterans were created by Father Edward Higgins of Astoria, New York and blessed by Pope Pius II. It is a National Congressionally Chartered organization with State and local chapters. Upon signing the Congressional Charter for the Catholic War Veterans in August 1984 President Ronald Reagan said “I have the deepest admiration for your commitment to serve both God and Country.” Within the Diocese of Harrisburg there are active posts in places such as Lebanon, Columbia, Gettysburg, and Berwick, but the central Pennsylvania region has not had an active organization in many years. The local group hopes to perform charitable work, recognize events such as Veteran's and Memorial Day and work to support the Church in our area. Any baptized Catholic who has served in uniform is qualified, and the first year is free. A member does not have to have served in a war.
The Department of Pennsylvania, Catholic War Veterans, headquartered in Wrightsville, PA, has been working with a group of 25 Catholic current and former service members in Central PA to reactivate the Central Pennsylvania Chapter of the Catholic War Veterans. Twenty five diocesan Catholics who have served in uniform have already joined, including 3 Deacons: Patrick McCormack, Timothy Shultis, and Michael Derois. The Very Reverend John Bateman JCL, VF, the Pastor of Saint Patrick’s in York, PA, has agreed to be the Central Pennsylvanian Chapter’s Chaplain. Colonel (retired) Robert DeSousa, parishioner of the Mater Dei Community at Saint Lawrence Catholic Church, will serve as the unit’s first Commander. For more information, please contact: Colonel (retired) Robert DeSousa at: cptjag@yahoo.com or 717-648-8317.
St. Catherine of Siena Young Adults' Group
For any young adults (ages 18-35) interested, St. Lawrence has a Young Adult Group which meets about three times a month for different events, including social events, charitable works, and Bible studies. For more information, please email: youngadult@stlawrence.cc.
Fr. Smith:
Fr. Smith will be away for FSSP Study Days August 22—27, then vacation August 28 to September 3. Fr. Smith will celebrate the Pro Populo on Sunday while he is away.
Fr. Killackey will be covering for Fr. Smith on Sunday August 28
Mass Intentions:
Mass intentions are filled for the remainder of the 2022 calendar year so we are not accepting any requests at this time. We will resume taking Mass Intentions on October 1.
2022 Diocesan Annual Appeal:
Our goal for 2022 is $16,093.00. So far this year, parishioners have contributed $11,390.21.
Pilgrimage for Restoration:
The 27th Annual Pilgrimage for Restoration will be held this year September 23-25, 2022. Members of St. Lawrence are invited to participate! Fellow pilgrims, young and old, join in penance and in hope on the way to Our Lady’s Shrine of Martyrs, Auriesville, New York. For more information about the Pilgrimage, visit: www.pilgrimage-for-restoration.org/modified-pilgrimage.
Confraternity of Christian Mothers:
The Confraternity will meet after the 9am Saturday Mass each fourth Saturday of the month. The next regular scheduled meeting is this Saturday, August 27. We will begin the day with 8am Adoration followed by 9am Mass. The Meeting will be in the Social Hall following the 9am Mass. For more information, please email: mothers@stlawrence.cc
St. Lawrence Youth Group:
Youth Group will NOT meet in August this year. Stay tuned for details regarding our next gathering on Saturday, September 17 and mark your calendar to participate in the PA March for Life, Monday, September 19, 2022. Thank you to Mrs. Dawn Forbeck for her dedication and continued support of Mater Dei Youth Group at St. Lawrence of Rome! Please offer a private prayer or other spiritual offering for Mrs. Forbeck's intentions. Questions? Please email: youthgroup@stlawrence.cc
Registration at St. Lawrence Church:
The Pastor and Assistant Pastor have the special grace to guide those who are registered parishioners and are hence assigned to their care. The Mass offered for the people every Sunday, Pro Populo, is offered for those who are registered members. Anyone seeking the Sacraments of Baptism, 1st Communion, Confirmation and Matrimony here must be registered and active parishioners for 6 months. Registration forms are available on our website.
South Street Garage Parking:
You are able to park for free on Sundays at South Street Garage. The procedure for using the garage is as follows:
Any problems please notify Fr. Smith.
Legion of Mary:
"For this is the will of God, your sanctification:..." (First Epistle of St. Paul to the Thessalonians Chpt 4, vs 3). This is the goal of the Legion of Mary, to sanctify its members by actively bringing souls to Christ through the work of Our Lady. Please consider becoming an active member. Guests are always welcome to attend meetings. Contact Dan Jones at legionofmary@stlawrence.cc for more information. Meetings are Mondays at 5:45pm.
Sunday Socials: Help still needed:
Please consider helping with our Sunday Socials after the 9am and 11am Masses. The goal is to have many volunteers so that volunteers only have to do their duty once every month or two. If you can help please email: socials@stlawrence.cc.
Inquiry Class Reminder:
If you are not Catholic and are interested in Catholicism, or if you know of anyone who is at all interested, we hold an Inquiry class every Monday at 6pm in the school building the behind church. This is a no commitment class and all one needs to do is show up. If you have questions, you are welcome to contact the office at contact@stlawrence.cc
Expectant Mothers:
If you are expecting a child and registered in the Community, please let us know so we can put your expected date in our date book and rejoice with your family! Please send photos of your new baby to include on our new Website! Please notify us at contact@stlawrence.cc