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Remember, O most gracious Virgin Mary, that never was it known that anyone who fled to thy protection, implored thy help or sought thy intercession, was left unaided. Inspired by this confidence, I fly unto you, O Virgin of virgins, my Mother; to thee do I come, before thee I stand, sinful and sorrowful. O Mother of the Word Incarnate, despise not my petitions, but in thy mercy hear and answer me. Amen.

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Parish Mission Statement:

Immaculate Heart of Mary Parish is a Christian Community striving to emulate Jesus Christ through our example, prayer and service. We are strengthened by the Holy Spirit and the Sacramental life of the Roman Catholic tradition. We proclaim Gospel values and the good News of Salvation thereby fostering on-going conversion and spiritual growth.

Our Staff at Immaculate Heart of Mary Parish:

  • Pastor: Father Kenneth G. Smith email
  • In Residence: Monsignor Robert C. Gribbin
  • Deacon: Rev. Mr. Raymond J. Smith
  • Assisting Deacons: Rev. Mr. Joseph Sferrella, Rev. Mr. Frank Schutte
  • Pastoral Associate: Rosanne Karmazin, SSJ email
  • Business Manager: John Livelsberger email
  • Administrative Assistant/Secretary: Ms. Anita Smith email
  • Secretary: Mrs. Joan Miller
  • Maintenance: Mr. Dan Seymore
  • Housekeeper: Mrs. Betsy Miriello

Organizations and Ministries at Immaculate Heart of Mary Parish

  • Knights of Columbus - Meet on the first Wednesday of each month at 7 PM in the Social Hall. Open to all Catholic Men over the age of 18.
  • Ladies Auxiliary of the Knights of Columbus - Meet on the third Wednesday of each month at 7 PM in the Social Hall.
  • Boy Scouts - Meet on Wednesdays at 7 PM in the Scout Lodge
  • Charismatic Prayer Group - Meet on Mondays at 7 PM in the Social Hall.
  • Choir/Music Ministry - Choir meets on Thursday at 7 PM in either the Choir Loft or the Social Hall
  • Cub Scouts - Meet on Mondays at 6:30 PM in the Scout Lodge
  • Legion of Mary - Meet on Tuesdays at 7 PM in the Library of the Religious Education Building
  • Parish Caring Committee - Available to provide assistance to Parishioners in need. Volunteers needed!
  • Parish Council of Catholic Women - Meet on the Second Wednesday of the Month at 7 PM in the Social Hall
  • Religious Education - Meets on Sundays from 9:30-11:00 AM September through May
  • Seekers - A bereavement support group meets on the first Friday at 9 AM beginning with Mass
  • Small Christian Communities - Current Communities meet on:

     Thursday after the 9 AM daily Mass(Thursday Group).

     2nd & 4th Wednesdays at 6:30 PM in the Religious Ed. Building      (Wainwright Group)

     First and Third Mondays at 7 PM (Aiello Group)

  • RCIA - The Rite of Christian Initiation for Adults. Meets on Tuesdays at 6:30 PM in the Religious Education Building.
  • Respect Life - Meetings and times as necessary. Contact Bernadine Filliben (259-9006) with any questions.
  • For more information on any of these groups, please contact the parish at (717) 259-0611.

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Notable Quotes

"We need to render unto Caesar those things that bear his image. But we need to render ourselves unto God -- generously, zealously, holding nothing back. To the extent we let God transform us into his own image, we will – by the example of our lives – fulfill our duty as citizens of the United States, but much more importantly, as disciples of Jesus Christ."

—Most Reverend Charles J. Chaput, O.F.M. Cap, Archbishop of Philadelphia, Fortnight Closing Homily, July 4, 2012

Immaculate Heart of Mary Catholic Church - 6084 West Canal Road, Abbottstown, PA 17301 - 717-259-0611

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