Celebrating Mass for 50 Years in Sunbury and the 50th year of our patron as a Saint
Celebrating Our Patron and Parish Heritage
Upcoming Anniversary Events & Projects
- Festival with Fireworks to Kick off our anniversary festivities with a parish festival and fireworks display honoring:
- The 50th anniversary of St. John Neumann's canonization (1977–2027)
- The 175th anniversary of his appointment as Bishop of Philadelphia (1852)
- The 190th anniversary of his arrival in America and ordination as deacon and priest (1836)
- The 215th anniversary of his birth (1811)
- Sunbury 4th of July Parade
- Sunbury 4th of July Parade
Look for our parish float in the parade! Volunteers are needed to walk alongside the float and help represent our parish community.
- Parish History Series
Watch for special bulletin articles highlighting the stories, memories, and contributions of our parish families throughout the years.
- Online History & Photo Archive
Explore historical photos, parish milestones, and stories from our community right here on our website.
- Video Reels & Stories
Follow along on Facebook and Instagram as we share short videos, memories, and highlights celebrating our parish's rich history and vibrant future.
- Parish Cookbook Project
The Women of St. John Neumann are compiling a cookbook featuring favorite recipes from our parish family. We invite everyone to participate (see below for steps
to submit a recipe)
- 2027 Pictorial Directory
Help us create a new parish pictorial directory that will capture and preserve our community for future generations.
- Closing Anniversary Celebration
Our anniversary observance will conclude on September 4, 2027, marking the 50th anniversary of the first Mass celebrated in Sunbury by our parish community,
with the Bishop joining us for this special occasion.
Submit your CookBook Recipe(s)
The easiest way to submit your recipe is online through Morris Press:
- Website: typensave.com
- Username: jkfleser
- Password: cucumber622
Once you log in, you'll find helpful tips and instructions for entering your recipes.
Need another option to submit a recipe? We're happy to help!
- Write your recipe on paper and place it in the collection tray outside the office door.
- Or type it up and email it to: jkfleser@gmail.com
