October 6, 2026
Updated: Oct 7
Welcome to the latest news blog for St. John Neumann Parish. This page is updated weekly with the latest information to keep you informed. You can also access past blogs by clicking on the links on our blog landing page.
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Parish News . . .
More Small Catholic Community Groups will be forming this fall at St. John Neumann Church. We are currently accepting new members that will meet monthly in small groups to develop in spirituality, to learn more about scripture, and to make friends with other parishioners. If this sounds like a group you'd like to join, please click the link below to join.
Diocesan News & Events . . .
Saint Joan of Arc Catholic Church, Hershey, will offer its next Sensory-friendly Masses on Sunday, October 11 at 2:00 p.m. and Sunday, December 6 at 2:00 p.m. in the Main Church (359 W. Areba Ave., Hershey). The Mass will include dimmer lighting, no music, and a shorter homily among other adaptations to promote a fully inclusive environment. Every effort will be made to accommodate all in attendance, and all behaviors are welcome. For more information, please contact the Parish Office at 717-533-7168 or Office@stjoanhershey.org. Thank you.
The Diocese of Harrisburg, Office for Catholic Life & Evangelization, seeks a Director for Youth & Young Adult Ministries to provide vision, leadership, and support for youth and young adult ministry across the Diocese. This position collaborates with parishes, colleges, and regional leaders to foster faith formation, leadership development, and evangelization. If you are passionate about forming the next generation of Catholic leaders and strengthening parish ministry, we encourage you to apply. Read the full job description and apply at www.hbgdiocese.org/careers.
Spain and Portugal Pilgrimage led by Father Pang Tcheou - MARCH 2-12, 2027
All are welcome to join Father Pang Tcheou on an upcoming pilgrimage to Spain and Portugal! Price per person is $4,199, not including miscellaneous fees, gratuities, etc. Sponsored by NAWAS Travel, we will fly direct from Newark to Lisbon and visit numerous cities in Portugal and Spain, with focus on the holy cities of Fatima and Santiago de Compostela. Daily Holy Masses will be offered. Brochures are available from Father, please email him at fatherpangtcheou@gmail.com for more information. God bless!
Remembrance Mass for Child Loss
The Diocese of Harrisburg’s annual Remembrance Mass for Child Loss will be held on Saturday, October 24, 2026, at 10:00 AM at Seven Sorrows Parish in Middletown. This is an opportunity for families to grieve the loss of their child(ren) and find support and healing with others who share the same cross. The loss of a child at any age is a devastating cross to bear. Join us at Seven Sorrows Parish for a special Mass of remembrance and prayer, followed by a light reception and information about Red Bird Ministries. If you would like your child’s name remembered during Mass, please include it when registering.
Mass begins at 10:00 AM. To register or learn more, visit www.hbgdiocese.org/event/remembrance-mass-for-child-loss/.
Hallow
It’s Day 3 of the “Rebuild My Church” challenge with our incredible guides, Fr. Mike Schmitz from the Bible in a Year, director of Youth and Young Adult Ministry for the Diocese of Duluth, and Fr. Dave Pivonka, TOR, President of Franciscan University! This challenge isn’t like anything we’ve ever done before. It’s 7 days of reflecting on the powerful words that Jesus spoke to St. Francis of Assisi centuries ago: “Go. Rebuild My Church.” St. Francis initially set off to repair a crumbling chapel when Jesus spoke to him, only to realize He was talking about something much bigger … the hearts of His people.
I already have a Hallow account. How do I access SJN's parish page?
Everyone is invited to be a part of our parish community page. There, you can create a profile, add friends, share/respond to prayer intentions, and take part in prayer challenges with the parish. The steps are simple:
To join the parish page: Tap “Church” on the menu at the bottom of your screen > Select “Join a Church” > Search for our parish by typing "17601." Hallow has corrected our parish name from "Saint" to "St." when searching by name. However, it is best to search by zip code (17601).
Start praying with us!
I do not have a Hallow account. How do I get a free account and join the SJN page?
Go to hallow.com/parish.
Type in “17601” and click on St. John Neumann Parish.
Click “Join.”
Create an account using phone or email.
Create a password.
You may redeem the $1 offer by clicking “Redeem Offer,” OR click “SKIP” to continue to the basic (free) version of the app.
My $1 Hallow Trial Expired. Now what?
If you currently have a Hallow premium subscription (or $1 trial) and would like to renew, our Hallow Parish Partnership is offering a 25% discount on a premium subscription annually for the duration of our Hallow Parish Partnership. To redeem this, follow these instructions:
Cancel your current Hallow subscription.
Open your Hallow app. Go to the “Me” tab > Settings > Subscription > Cancel my Subscription.
Go to Hallow.com/redeem.
Enter code: GrowthSub25
Follow the steps to get your discount.
Enjoy your Hallow premium subscription, and don’t forget to join our parish page on Hallow!
Open the Hallow app.
Go to the Church tab at the bottom of your screen.
Select “Join a Church” and search for our parish by zip code: 17601.
Start praying with the parish!
If you do not wish to renew, Go to the "Me" tab, click the little wheel in the upper right-hand corner of the screen. Go to "Subscription" and click "Cancel My Subscription." If you were erroneously charged a renewal fee, contact parishsupport@hallow.app to have the charge reversed.
Ministry Team Members
Are you a member of a ministry team at SJN and interested in a premium Hallow account? Reach out to Erin Houser at the parish office or email ehouser@sjnlancaster.org to request access. Premium accounts are available on a first-come, first-served basis while supplies last.
Faith Formation (Religious Education) and CGS Families
If you are a registered parent or student in our Faith Formation Program and would like to obtain a premium Hallow subscription, please click here to submit your information and get your account started.
Customer Support
If you have any issues getting someone set up on the app, please reach out to parishsupport@hallow.app. Hallow has an incredibly talented support team that responds to parish partners with super high priority.
Youth Ministry
Faith Formation
Faith Formation Continues
It was another busy Sunday for Faith Formation at St. John Neumann! Our catechists gathered with the children for their regular classes, while our third grade students had the opportunity to receive the Sacrament of Reconciliation.
Meanwhile, parents gathered in the cafeteria for our adult faith formation session. Although we had planned to begin Into the Breach, some unexpected audio difficulties had other plans! After our opening discussion, parents enjoyed a little extra time for fellowship over coffee and donuts.
Confirmation Prep is moving right along as well, and we are grateful to all of the families, catechists, and volunteers who continue to make our Faith Formation programs possible.
We look forward to gathering again for our next Faith Formation meetings on Sunday, October 18! Whether we are learning together, growing in faith, sharing a cup of coffee, or simply getting to know one another better, we are grateful to have our families walking this journey with us.
Parish Health Ministry (PHM)
In preparation for Mental Health Sunday, October 11th, the Mental Health Ministry team invites parishioners to share personal intentions or petitions related to mental health and SUD—whether for themselves, loved ones, caregivers, or those seeking healing. All prayer intentions welcomed.
Intentions may be written in the Book of Prayer located on the Mental Health Awareness Bookshelf.
This book will be placed by the altar beginning October 10th. These intentions will be held in prayer throughout the week of 10/10-10/18.
Save the date: 10/18/26 Vaccination clinic
Let’s be a good neighbor and support an Independent local Pharmacy. SJN PHM has partnered with Hillcrest Pharmacy & Compounding at 3985 Columbia Ave to provide a vaccination clinic here at SJN on Sunday, October 18th from 7 AM to 1 PM. Influenza vaccine, including high-dose influenza (for individuals 65 years and older or with known compromised immune systems), and COVID vaccine will be available. Please bring insurance cards or book online. Use this link to coordinate your appt:
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