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Niemiec named Interim Director of Catholic Charities

Niemiec named Interim Director of Catholic Charities By Paul Paterra, Editor Dr. Paul A. Niemiec will succeed Msgr. Raymond E. Riffle as Managing Director of Catholic Charities on an interim basis. Niemiec was previously Director of Counseling Services. Catholic Charities serves…

Bishop Kulick’s Ash Wednesday Reflection

“….and your Father who sees what is hidden will repay you.” Mt. 6:18 Ash Wednesday marks the beginning of our Lenten season. This Liturgical time of the Church’s year is characterized by the traditional disciplines of prayer, fasting and almsgiving.…

Modifications to Ash Wednesday rituals

Modifications to Ash Wednesday rituals GREENSBURG – Faithful parishioners in the Diocese of Greensburg are preparing to celebrate Ash Wednesday on Feb. 17. Masses will be modified this year to protect their health and safety as part of the Diocese’s…

Greensburg Welcomes New Bishop

Greensburg Welcomes New Bishop GREENSBURG – The relatively small crowd inside Blessed Sacrament Cathedral erupted with applause Thursday, after newly ordained Bishop Larry J. Kulick was ordained and installed. Despite COVID-19, the faithful of the Diocese of Greensburg celebrated the…

Modifications to St. Blaise Day, Ash Wednesday rituals

Modifications to St. Blaise Day, Ash Wednesday rituals GREENSBURG – Faithful parishioners in the Diocese of Greensburg are preparing to celebrate two important annual rituals in February – Ash Wednesday and St. Blaise Day. But these Masses will be modified…