Saint Bernadette Mission (Diocese of Harrisburg)
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Saint Bernadette Mission is in Pennsylvania (United States) and is part of the Diocese of Harrisburg.
It is dedicated to Saint Bernadette.
Location
It is located at 901 N High St, Duncannon, PA 17020.
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History
Saint Bernadette Mission in Duncannon, Pennsylvania, serves as a mission church under the pastoral care of Our Lady of Good Counsel Parish in Marysville. It provides Catholic services to the community in Perry County, offering a venue for worship, prayer, and community gathering for local Catholics. The exact founding date of the mission isn't documented, but it has been an essential part of the local Catholic life, focusing on spiritual guidance and community.[1]
The mission church is located on North High Street, providing a serene environment for Mass and other religious activities. Saint Bernadette Mission reflects the Catholic Church's commitment to serving even smaller communities where full parish facilities might not be feasible. The mission works in tandem with Our Lady of Good Counsel, sharing resources and clergy, to meet the spiritual needs of the parishioners in Duncannon.[2]
Although there is no parish school at Saint Bernadette Mission, religious education is likely supported through programs organized by Our Lady of Good Counsel. The mission engages in community activities, focusing on the celebration of sacraments, liturgical services, and fostering a sense of community among its members.[3]
The mission's history is intertwined with the broader Catholic narrative in the area, where clergy from Marysville and other nearby parishes have historically provided pastoral care to Duncannon's Catholics. This cooperative approach ensures that Catholic traditions and faith continue to thrive in the community, offering Masses, confessions, and other spiritual services to a dedicated congregation.[4]
Related parishes
- Our Lady of Good Counsel, Marysville, PA
- Saint Catherine Laboure, Harrisburg, PA
References
- ↑ "Saint Bernadette Mission - Duncannon". https://www.hbgdiocese.org/parishes/saint-bernadette-mission-duncannon/.
- ↑ "St. Bernadette - Our Lady of Good Counsel & St. Bernadette". https://www.olgcsb.org/st-bernadette/.
- ↑ "St-Bernadette - Duncannon, Pennsylvania". https://www.facebook.com/stbernadetteduncannon/.
- ↑ "Saint Bernadette Mission". https://discovermass.com/church/saint-bernadette-mission-duncannon-pa.