Our parish offers a variety of ministries where you can share your gifts, deepen your faith, and serve our community. Whether you feel called to assist in liturgical roles, participate in faith formation, or engage in social outreach, there is a place for you. Each ministry plays a vital role in strengthening our parish family and living out our mission of faith and service.

We invite you to explore the opportunities available, connect with ministry leaders,
and discover how you can get involved in making a difference.

Parish Ministries

Liturgical Ministries

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    Altar Servers

    Altar Servers are a vital part of the Mass celebration.  They assist the Priest and Deacon and are an example in prayer to all attending Mass. Boys & girls in at least 2nd through 12th grade, who have received 1st Holy Communion, are eligible to volunteer for this ministry. Instruction classes are given before serving at mass. 

    Contact: Therese Klunk

    Phone: 717-634-7929

    Email: tmklunk@gmail.com

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    Lectors

    Proclaiming God’s Word as a Lector is a special privilege. It allows one to become more involved at Mass and go deeper into Sacred Scripture. Individuals should be at least high school age, have received the Sacrament of Confirmation, and be willing to do a short training in the church (approx. 20 minutes). 

    Contact: Dan Staub

    Phone: 717-451-8444

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    Ushers

    The Usher is a person chosen to reflect the warmth and welcome of Christ Himself to all the faithful assembled for worship. They are the first point of contact for the communal celebration of the Liturgy and should take special steps to be living representatives of the Parish Mission Statement. The ministry now goes beyond taking up the collection and distributing materials in church. Today the role includes "welcoming" our brothers and sisters in Christ, greeting newcomers, and assisting in emergencies. 

    Contact: Steven Topper 

    Phone: 717-632-8681

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    Adult Funeral Servers

    Adult funeral servers assist the priest at parish funerals. The servers participate in groups of three plus one Extraordinary Minister to distribute communion to the choir. This ministry provides an opportunity for funeral servers to perform Corporal Works of Mercy for the honor and glory of God. Training will be provided.  

    Contact: Anita Reese

    Phone: 717-632-7828

    Email: anita.reese47@gmail.com

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    Extraordinary Ministers

    Assist the pastor in giving communion at mass and taking communion to the sick and homebound of the parish. Volunteers for this ministry are invited by the Pastor.

    Contact: Connie Klunk

    Phone: 717-632-8049

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    Music Ministry

    Join together in song, under the talented direction of our choir director, Patrick Colgan.

    Contact: Patrick Colgan, Choir Director

    Phone: 717-968-8358

Parish Organizations

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    Prayer Circle

    Our mission is to promote our love of God through prayer for the needs and intentions of others. Members of our prayer circle pray for any requested prayer intentions - i.e. for those who are ill, for those who are in stressful situations, for the repose of the souls who have died, and for comfort for their families, or a special intention. Please contact us with your prayer request and it will be added to our daily prayers.

    Contact: Becky Kopf

    Phone: 717-640-2113

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    Women of Mercy & Joy

    Our mission is to bring to life the Corporal Works of Mercy, share our Catholic faith within our communities, promote and understand the importance of kindness, and support one another with our God-given talents. Regular meetings are held on the 3rd Tuesday of each month at 6:30 PM in the parish house.  

    The Women of Mercy and Joy also sponsor making prayer shawls to be given to the sick and dying members of our parish.  The Prayer Shawl Committee meetings are held on the 1st Monday of each month at 6:00 PM in the parish house.  

    Contact: Toni Weaver or Kathy Murren

    Phone: 717-632-5357 or 717-632-6414

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    Finance Council

    Advises the Pastor on financial matters of the parish and school. By appointment of the pastor.

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    Pastoral Council

    The Parish Pastoral Council (PPC) is involved in the activities and programs affecting the liturgical and spiritual life of the parish. Council members are nominated and elected to membership.

    Contact: Don Leilich, Chair

    Phone:717-465-1402

    April 2025 Council Minutes

  • Eucharistic Adoration

    The Blessed Sacrament is exposed and adored by volunteers who sign up for one hour or more to pray before the Lord Jesus present in the Monstrance.

    Contact: Maxine Staub

    Phone: 717-637-5683

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    Offertory Counters

    A group that counts the funds collected at Mass each week. Each group volunteers once a month. By appointment of the pastor.

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    Pro-Life Rosary

    Unite as a community praying the Rosary for the sanctity of all life from conception until natural death.

    Contact: Grace Elser

    Phone: 717-632-5341

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    St. Monica Prayer Group

    The group comes together the second and fourth MONDAY of each month at 5:30 pm prior to the 6:00 pm Mass at church. They recite the Litany of Saint Monica, Chaplet of Divine Mercy and Litany of the Good Shepherd. All are welcome!

Faith Formation

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    Religious Education

    The parish is the center of faith formation for Catholics. Every person in your pews, every Catholic in your parish community…child or adult…is on their own journey toward Christ and a life of discipleship.

    Contact: Chris Sanders

    Phone: 717-637-1191

    Email: csanders@abvmchurch.org

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    Middle School Youth Ministry

    Our Youth Group is open to those students in grades 6th thru 8th Grade. We meet several times through the month.

    Contact: Katrina Boucher

    Phone: 540-847-6272
    Email: cannonka@gmail.com

    Visit the Formation Page to find out more about our Middle School Youth Group!

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    Young Adult Ministry

    Open to young adults 18-35 years of age. We have Bible Study, Logos & Lager, social gatherings and spiritual events. For more information contact: hanovercatholicyoungadults@gmail.com.

    Check out our webpage here to learn more.

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    That Man is You

    All Men are welcome! They meet at the Parish House Saturday mornings at 6:30 am for Rosary followed by the session at 7:00 - 8:00 am.

    Contact: Victor Sciukas

    Phone: 717-634-2851

Outreach

  • St. Paul Street Evangelization

    St. Paul Street Evangelization is a Catholic apostolate dedicated to sharing the Gospel through non-confrontational, public outreach. Trained volunteers offer prayer, conversation, and sacramentals—such as rosaries—to invite others into a deeper relationship with Christ and His Church. Rooted in compassion and truth, this ministry empowers Catholics to evangelize with clarity and charity in everyday settings. Our parish is a part of the Adams Deanery Street Evangelization Team.

    Contact: Connie Klunk

    Phone: 717-632-8049

  • Grocery Card Program

    The Parish receives 5% of the sales of the Weis and Giant Gift Cards and the proceeds go into the Restoration Fund.

    The gift cards may be purchased by calling the Parish Office.

    Contact: Parish Office

    Phone: 717-637-1191

  • Ruth's Harvest

    Single Serve Foods are collected throughout the school year for students to have for the weekend. Collections are the last Sunday of the month August through May.
    Please contact the Parish Office.

    Contact: Parish Office

    Phone: 717-637-1191