• The Bishop

  OFFICE OF THE BISHOP
  Most Rev. John O. Barres
  Bishop of Allentown
  4029 W. Tilghman St.
  P.O. Box F
  Allentown, PA 18105-1538
  (610) 437-0755 Fax (610) 433-7822

• Vicar General

  OFFICE OF THE VICAR GENERAL
  Oversees coordination of all administrative offices of the Diocese. Assists the Diocesan Bishop in the exercise of his executive power by overseeing the governance of the Diocese.
  
  Rev. Msgr. Alfred A. Schlert
  (610) 437-0755 Fax (610) 433-7822
  aschlert@allentowndiocese.org

• Chancellor

  CHANCELLOR
  Consults on, implements and maintains canonical and administrative records of the Diocese. Processes marriage dispensations, canonical permissions, requests for Papal Blessings, Papal Audience tickets; coordinates gathering of statistics from the Spiritual Report.
  
  4029 W. Tilghman St.
  P.O. Box F
  Allentown, PA 18105-1538
  
  Rev. Msgr. Gerald E. Gobitas, Chancellor
  (610) 437-0755  Fax (610) 433-7822

• Finance

  DIOCESAN FINANCE COUNCIL
  4029 W. Tilghman St.
  PO Box F
  Allentown, PA 18105-1538
  (610) 437-0755

• Human Resources

  HUMAN RESOURCES
  Serves all diocesan locations in providing information, assistance and policies relating to all employees all aspects of the employment process – the development of job descriptions; employee recruiting, interviewing, hiring and training; performance appraisals and employee relations; succession planning, etc.
  
  1515 Martin Luther King Drive
  PO Box F
  Allentown, PA 18105-1538
  
  Mr. Ronald J. Jacobs, Director
  (610) 871-5200 ext. 204 Fax (610)439-7693
  rjacobs@allentowndiocese.org
  
  Mrs. Jill L. Weaver, Human Resources Generalist; Parishes, Secondary and Elementary Schools; Special Learning Programs and Background Check Services
  (610) 871-5200, ext. 261
  jweaver@allentowndiocese.org
  
  Mrs. Annette Etchberger, Human Resources Generalist; Diocesan Administration Offices, Holy Family Villa for Priests, Catholic Charities and Diocesan Cemeteries
  (610) 871-5200, ext. 262
  aetchberger@allentowndiocese.org

• Synod Implementation

  SYNOD IMPLEMENTATION
  Vicar for Synod Implementation
  Rev. Msgr. David L. James
  
  Mailing Address: 
  PO Box F
  Allentown, Pa 18105-1538
  
  1139 Lehigh Ave, Suite 150
  Whitehall, PA 18052-5518
  (610) 264-1071 Fax (610) 264-2875
  djames@allentowndiocese.org
  
  Deacon Gerald R. Schmidt, Executive Assistant:

• Tribunal

  DIOCESAN TRIBUNAL
  The church court principally involved in trying cases of marital invalidity.
  
  202 N. 17th St.
  Allentown, PA 18104-5605
  (610) 434-3200
  Fax (610) 433-3104
  
  Judicial Vicar
  Very Rev. John J. Paul
  
  Judges
  Rev. Msgr. Victor F. Finelli
  Rev. Msgr. Thomas P. Koons
  Rev. Msgr. David J. Morrison
  
  Promoter of Justice
  Rev. Msgr. David L. James
  
  Defenders of the Bond
  Rev. Msgr. David L. James
  Rev. David J. Kozak
  Rev. Msgr. Alfred A. Schlert
  
  Advocates
  Rev. Msgr. David L. James
  Rev. Andrew N. Gehringer
  Rev. Keith R. Laskowski
  Rev. Brian M. Miller
  Rev. Stanley M. Moczydlowski
  Rev. Michael E. Mullins
  Rev. Eric N. Tolentino
  Deacon William R. Hassler
  Deacon Thomas H. Miller
  Deacon Thomas B. Reimer
  Deacon Cu T. Than
  Deacon Michael V. Woodall
  
  Notaries
  Mrs. Patricia Echternach
  Mrs. Kathleen Snyder

• Victim Assistance

  VICTIM ASSISTANCE
  The Victim Assistance Coordinator coordinates assistance for the immediate pastoral care of persons who claim to have been sexually abused when they were minors by priests or deacons.
  
  Wendy S. Krisak, Coordinator
  (800) 791-9209 Fax (610) 791-1878
  Email: wkrisak@allentowndiocese.org

• Youth Protection

  YOUTH PROTECTION
  Safe Environment Coordinator
  Sr. Meg Cole
  Catholic Life and Evangelization Office
  900 S. Woodward St.
  Allentown, PA 18103-4179
  (610) 289-8900 ext. 222   Fax (610) 289-7917
  mcole@allentowndiocese.org
  
  Charter Compliance Officer
  Ms. Kelly C. Bruce
  (610) 871-5200 ext. 203   Fax (610) 871-5211
  kbruce@allentowndiocese.org

Catholic Business Owners Alliance

Catholic Education

• Superintendent

  SUPERINTENDENT

  Mr. Philip J. Fromuth, Superintendent/Director
  (610) 866-0581 Fax (610) 867-8702
  pfromuth@allentowndiocese.org

• Curriculum

  CURRICULUM SUPERVISION AND PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
  (Elementary/Secondary Schools)
  The Curriculum, Supervision and Professional Development Department assists the Superintendent concerning certain matters and programs generally pertaining to the elementary schools of the diocese such as: conducting the Administrators Development Program; visiting classrooms to monitor the programs; coordinating the Middle States evaluation program; setting up curriculum articulation meetings; meeting with all principals; assisting in the development of curriculum and sponsoring curriculum workshops; administering the Diocesan testing program; acting as a liaison of the Superintendent with the principals, teachers, pastors and religious communities.
  
  Sr. Anita Patrick Gallagher, Assistant Superintendent
  (610) 866-0581 Fax (610) 867-8702
  agallagher@allentowndiocese.org
  sanita.eboard.com

• Early Childhood Education

  EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION
  The Early Childhood Education Department assists the Superintendent in all matters and programs pertaining to Pre-Kindergarten and Kindergarten Programs such as: developing Pre-Kindergarten and Kindergarten curriculum, sponsoring staff development workshops, directing the Pre-Kindergarten and Kindergarten committees, and acting as a liaison of the Superintendent with pastors, principals, teachers, and parents concerned with Early Childhood issues.
  
  Sr. Anita Patrick Gallagher, Assistant Superintendent
  (610) 866-0581 Fax (610) 867-8702
  agallagher@allentowndiocese.org
  sanita.eboard.com

• Eastern Pennsylvania Scholarship Foundation

  EASTERN PENNSYLVANIA SCHOLARSHIP FOUNDATION
  Mrs. Barbara Ann Shotwell, Senior Director and Administrator for the Eastern Pennsylvania Scholarship Foundation.
  (610) 871-5200 ext. 244
  bshotwell@allentowndiocese.org

• Elementary School Religious Education

  ELEMENTARY SCHOOL RELIGIOUS EDUCATION
  The Elementary School Religious Education Department assists the superintendent in matters and programs pertaining to religious education such as: conducting meetings with elementary religion coordinators; conducting the Religious Education Certificate Program for teachers; coordinating new teacher reflection days; assists in coordinating retreats and days of recollection for teachers; visiting schools to review religion programs; assisting in the development of religion curriculum; coordinating the RAINBOWS program; acting as a liaison of the Superintendent with pastors, principals, teachers, and parents in matters pertaining to elementary school religious education.
  
  Ms. Barbara Amabile, Assistant Superintendent
  (610) 866-0581 Fax (610) 867-8702
  bamabile@allentowndiocese.org

• Government Programs

  GOVERNMENT PROGRAMS
  The Government Programs Department is responsible for coordinating and monitoring federal, state and locally funded programs providing special education, remedial and auxiliary services, professional development, textbooks, instructional materials, equipment and technology. The Department works with school districts, intermediate units, state and federal officials. The Department monitors current and proposed legislation to advocate support from appropriate political constituencies.
  
  Mrs. Kathleen Bondi, M. Ed., Assistant Superintendent
  (610) 866-0581, Fax: (610) 867-8702
  kbondi@allentowndiocese.org
  tech-govtprog.eboard.com
  
  Kathy O'Donnell, Administrative Assistant for Government Programs
  610-866-0581 ext 28
  kodonnell@allentowndiocese.org

• Instructional Technology

  INSTRUCTIONAL TECHNOLOGY
  The Instructional Technology Department assists and encourages principals and teachers to use technology in the school curriculum including the religion and theology curriculum. The Department visits the schools to help the staff implement the Diocesan Techology Plan and assist librarians to identify online resources and other software to support the curriculum.
  
  Mrs. Kathleen Bondi, M. Ed., Assistant Superintendent
  (610) 866-0581, Fax: (610) 867-8702
  kbondi@allentowndiocese.org
  tech-govtprog.eboard.com

• Marketing and Enrollment Management

  MARKETING AND ENROLLMENT MANAGEMENT
  Mrs. Erica Gates, Director of Catholic School Marketing and Enrollment Management
  (610) 871-5200, Ext. 215
  egates@allentowndiocese.org

• Parish Religious Education

  PARISH RELIGIOUS EDUCATION
  The Parish Religious Education Department assists the superintendent in matters and programs pertaining to religious education such as: recommending and interviewing parish religious education applicants for placement; reviewing religious education reports, meeting with parish religious education personnel on an individual basis; overseeing the Association of Director/Coordinator/Administrators of Religious Education (ACRE); conducting the Religious Education Certificate Program for catechists; visiting parishes to review religion programs; assisting in the development of religion curriculum; coordinating the parish RAINBOWS program; coordinating the Eastern PA Director/Coordinator/Administrators Conference (EPDRE); acting as a liaison of the Superintendent with pastors, principals, catechists, and parents in matters pertaining to parish religious education.
  
  Ms. Barbara Amabile, Assistant Superintendent
  (610) 866-0581   Fax (610) 867-8702
  bamabile@allentowndiocese.org

• Personnel

  PERSONNEL (ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY)
  This Personnel Department assists the Superintendent in matters and programs pertaining to the teachers of the Diocese, such as; recommending and interviewing lay teacher applicants for placement, reviewing teacher evaluation reports, conducting new teacher induction programs, and acting as a liaison of the Superintendent with pastors, principals, teachers, and parents in matters pertaining to teachers. The Department also participates in the deliberations of the Teachers Working Conditions Committee and the Ad Hoc Negotiating Committee.
  
  Sr. Roberta Peters, Assistant Superintendent
  (610) 866-0581 Fax (610) 867-8702
  rpeters@allentowndiocese.org

• Secondary Schools

  SECONDARY SCHOOLS
  The Secondary Schools Department assists the Superintendent in all matters and programs pertaining to Secondary Schools such as: developing Secondary Education curriculum, sponsoring staff development workshops, and working with the Secondary Management Assistance Team (SMAT). The Secondary Schools Department oversees and directs the Secondary Principals Committee, the Directors of Spiritual Activities Committee, and the Theology Department Chairpersons Committee. The Department serves as a liaison of the Superintendent with pastors, principals, teachers, and parents concerned with Secondary Schools issues.
  
  (610) 866-0581  Fax (610) 867-8702

• Special Education

  SPECIAL EDUCATION PROGRAMS
  The Special Education Programs Department promotes and fosters the Catholic identity of the Special Learning Centers and Aquinas Program; provides administrative support and supervision to the principals of the Special Learning Centers and Aquinas Program; represents the Office of Education on each Special Learning Center Development Advisory Board and participates on boards/committees whose mission is advocacy/service to children and adults with disabilities; prepares and monitors the Aquinas Programs’ budgets, reviews requests for financial aid, bills and receives tuition and maintains financial records for the program.
  
  Brooke Ann Cortese, Ed.D.
  Deputy Superintendent, Secondary Education and Special Education
  2145 Madison Avenue
  Bethlehem, PA 18017
  610-866-0581 Extension 25
  bcortese@allentowndiocese.org
  
  MaryAnn Hartzell
  Administrative Assistant for Special Education Programs
  610-866-0581 Extension 29
  mhartzell@allentowndiocese.org

• Catholic Charities

  CATHOLIC CHARITIES OF THE DIOCESE OF ALLENTOWN, INC.
  A multi-purpose social service agency providing assistance to families, children and adults.
  
  Administrative Office
  530 Union Blvd.
  Allentown, PA 18109-3230
  (610) 435-1541 Fax (610) 791-1878
  www.catholiccharityad.org

  Ms. Pamela J. Russo, M.S., Executive Director
  prusso@allentowndiocese.org
  
  Mrs. Susan Mazza, Finance Administrator
  smazza@allentowndiocese.org

• Catholic Senior Housing and Health Care Services

  CATHOLIC SENIOR HOUSING AND HEALTH CARE SERVICES, INC.
  1200 Spring St.
  Bethlehem, PA 18018
  (610) 865-6245   Fax (610) 865-6437
  www.cshhcs.org
  
  Holy Family Manor Nursing Home and Rehabilitation Center
  (208 bed skilled nursing home)
  1200 Spring St.
  Bethlehem, PA 18018
  (610) 865-5595   Fax (610) 997-8454
  www.hfmanor.org
  Mrs. Heather Kessler, Administrator
  Rev. Clifton E. Bishop, Chaplain
   

  Holy Family Residential Services (2 personal care homes)
  1200 Spring St.
  Bethlehem, PA 18018
  www.hfmpc.org
  Mrs. Karen Abruzzese, Director
  
  Grace Mansion
  1200 Spring St.
  Bethlehem, PA 18018
  Personal care home for 26
  (610) 865-6748 Fax (610) 997-8444
  www.hfmpc.org
  Mrs. Karen Abruzzese, Administrator
  
  Trexler Pavilion
  1220 Prospect Ave.
  Bethlehem, PA 18018
  Personal care home for 23
  (610) 868-7776 Fax (610) 865-7775
  www.hfmpc.org
  Mrs. Mary Jo Kuebler, Administrator
  
  Catholic Senior Housing Development and Management
  Management agent for eight Catholic housing corporations
  (280 independent living apartments)
  1318 Spring St.
  Bethlehem, PA 18018
  (610) 865-3963   Fax (610) 865-0959
  www.catholicseniorhousing.org
  Mr. Mark Mason, Director
  
  Catholic Housing Corporation of Bethlehem
  Holy Family Apartments (50 apartments)
  330-338 13th Ave.
  Bethlehem, PA 18018
  (610) 866-4603   Fax (610) 866-1622
  Mrs. Josephine Dries, Manager
  
  The Antonian, Ltd.
  Antonian Towers (50 apartments)
  2405 Hillside Ave.
  Easton, PA 18042
  (610) 258-2033   Fax (610) 258-6541
  Mrs. Judith Kern, Manager
  
  Catholic Housing Corporation of Lansford, Inc.
  St. Ann Apartments (17 apartments)
  30 E. Bertsch St.
  Lansford, PA  18218
  (570) 429-0699
  Ms. Patty Harris, Manager
  
  Catholic Housing Corporation of New Philadelphia
  Holy Family Apartments (11 apartments)
  100 Valley St.
  New Philadelphia, PA 17959
  (570) 429-0699   Fax (570) 429-2368
  Ms. Patty Harris, Manager
  
  Catholic Housing Corporation of Northern Berks County
  Queen of Angels Apartments (45 apartments)
  22 Rothermel St.
  Hyde Park, PA 19605
  (610) 921-3115   Fax (610) 921-8576
  Mrs. Valerie Phelps, Manager
  
  Catholic Housing Corporation of Schuylkill County
  Queen of Peace Apartments (48 apartments)
  777 Water St.
  Pottsville, PA 17901
  (570) 628-4504 Fax (570) 628-4712
  Mrs. Diana Hess, Manager
  
  Catholic Housing Corporation of Saint Clair
  Neumann Apartments (24 apartments)
  25 N. Nichols St.
  Saint Clair, PA 17970
  (570) 429-0699 Fax (570) 429-2368
  Ms. Patty Harris, Manager
  
  St. Catharine Senior Apartments (35 apartments)
  2000 Perkiomen Ave.
  Reading, PA 19606
  (610)-743-5374 Fax (610)-743-5418
  Mrs. Hazel Black, Manager

• Diocesan Medical Ethicist

  DIOCESAN MEDICAL ETHICIST
  Deals with ethical concerns in Catholic Health Care.
  
  Queenship of Mary Rectory
  1324 Newport Ave.
  Northampton, PA  18067-1442
  (610) 262-1885   Fax (610) 262-4192
  Rev. Msgr. James J. Mulligan, Director

• St. Vincent de Paul Society

  ST. VINCENT DE PAUL SOCIETY
  An international Catholic organization of Conferences comprised of laypersons that, in the spirit of charity and justice, seek to help those who are suffering.
  
  Rev. Francis P. Straka, Spiritual Advisor
  Elizabeth Harrison, President of Diocesan Council
  969 Port Carbon St.
  Pottsville, PA  17901
  Phone/Fax (570) 622-6289
  Voicemail (570) 429-2911

Catholic Life and Evangelization

• Secretary

  OFFICE OF THE SECRETARY
  Secretary: Ms. Mary Fran Hartigan
  Phone: 610-289-8900, Ext. 226
  Fax: 610-289-7917
  Email: mhartigan@allentowndiocese.org

• Campus Ministry

  OFFICE OF CAMPUS MINISTRY
  Provides pastoral care for students, faculty, administration and staff of secular and private universities and colleges.
  
  (610) 289-8900
  
  COLLEGE CHAPLAINS
  Albright College
  Rev. Richard C. Brensinger
  (see Kutztown University)
  
  Alvernia University
  Rev. Kevin Quelly, T.O.R.
  Office of Campust Ministry
  400 St. Bernardine St.
  Reading, PA 19607
  610-796-8300 Fax 610-796-8324
  kevin.queally@alvernia.edu
  
  Cedar Crest College
  Rev. Dr. John A. Krivak
  (See Muhlenberg College)
  
  DeSales University
  Rev. John A. Hanley, O.S.F.S
  2755 Station Ave.
  Center Valley, PA 18034-9568
  610-282-1100, ext. 1898 Fax 610-282-1772
  john.hanley@desales.edu
  
  Kutztown University
  Rev. Richard C. Brensinger
  St. Christopher Newman Center
  15207 Kutztown Rd.
  Kutztown, PA 19530-9281
  610-683-8380 Fax 610-683-8467
  catholicchaplain@kutztown.edu
  director@christopherhouseku.org
  www.christopherhouseku.org
  
  Lafayette College
  Mr. Ian D. Butterbaugh
  Newman House
  119 McCartney St.
  Easton, Pa 18042-7647
  610-253-5044 Fax 610-2521391
  butterbaughi@lafayette.edu
  nhcenter@rcn.com
  
  Lehigh University
  Rev. Wayne E. Killian
  Newman Center at Lehigh University
  Holy Ghost
  417 Carlton Ave.
  Bethlehem, PA 18015-1583
  610-758-4148 Fax 610-758-6392
  wek4@lehigh.edu
  
  Moravian College:
  Rev. Wayne E. Killian
  Newman Center at Moravian College
  Moravian College Religious Life
  1309 Main St.
  Bethlehem, PA 18018-6650
  610-625-7922 Fax 610-625-7885
  killianw@moravian.edu
  
  Muhlenberg College:
  Rev. Dr. John A. Krivak
  Newman Center
  2339 Liberty St.
  Allentown, PA 18104
  610-664-3122 Fax 484-664-3123
  fatherkrivak@aol.com

• Commission for Women

  COMMISSION OF WOMEN
  The Commission for Women shall serve as an advisory board to the Bishop of Allentown offering the woman’s perspective on issues of concern to our Bishop and the Church.  The Commission for Women is committed to identifying and exploring issues in which consideration of feminine perspectives and insight deepens our collective awareness and understanding of those issues.

  Mrs. MaryAnn Genna, Liaison
  (610) 289-8900 ext.244  Fax (610) 289-7917

• Ecumenical and Interreligious Dialogue

  ECUMENISM AND INTERRELIGIOUS DIALOGUE
  Maintains and cultivates understanding, respect and cooperation between the diocese and other Christian and non-Christian communities in the diocesan area through education, dialogue and common witness.
  
  Rev. Msgr. John S. Mraz, Director
  415 S. 6th St.
  Emmaus, PA 18049-3703
  (610) 965-2426   Fax (610) 967-1099
  churchofstann@rcn.com

• Adult Formation

  ADULT FORMATION
  900 S. Woodward St.
  Allentown, PA 18103-4179
  (610) 289-8900
  
  Mrs. Ann Koshute, Coordinator
  (610) 289-8900 ext. 225
  akoshute@allentowndiocese.org

• Hispanic Affairs

• OFFICE OF HISPANIC AFFAIRS
  Provides interaction with the other offices to assure that services are available throughout the diocese and serves as a liaison and catalyst for the Hispanic community.
  
  Rev. Andrew N. Gehringer, Director
  agehringer@allentowndiocese.org
  
  Sr. Martha Zammatore, Liaison
  (610) 289-8900 ext. 223
  mzammatore@allentowndiocese.org
  
  Mrs. Bernarda Liriano, Assistant Coordinator
  (610) 289-8900 ext. 234
  bliriano@allentowndiocese.org

• Institute for Catechesis and Formation

  INSTITUTE FOR CATECHESIS AND FORMATION
  The Institute for Catechesis and Formation is a three-year Ministry Formation Program that prepares laymen and laywomen to live their baptismal call through ministry and service to the people of God.
  
  Guided by the Gospel of Jesus Christ and the teachings of the Roman Catholic Church, the Institute for Catechesis and Formation provides education and formation for pastoral ministry in the spirit of the Second Vatican Council.
  
  Ms. Mary Fran Hartigan, Coordinator
  (610) 289-8900 ext. 226   Fax (610) 289-7917
  mhartigan@allentowndiocese.org

• Marriage and Family Life Formation

  OFFICE OF MARRIAGE AND FAMILY LIFE FORMATION
  Provides marriage preparation programs, enrichment programs for married couples, families, the separated, divorced and widowed, Anniversary Mass celebration.
  
  Mr. Robert Olney, Coordinator
  (610) 289-8900 ext. 224
  rolney@allentowndiocese.org 
  
  Mrs. Carla Neupauer, Assistant Coordinator
  (610) 289-8900 ext. 238
  cneupauer@allentowndiocese.org

• Multicultural Affairs

  OFFICE OF MULTICULTURAL AFFAIRS
  The Office of Multicultural Affairs is dedicated to creating an awareness of the rich ethnic diversity in the Diocese of Allentown, and develop outreach programs and resource materials which challenge parishes and individuals to strive to welcome cultural diversity. The Church’s call to communion, solidarity and conversion to the stranger in our midst encourages the newcomer’s inclusion and participation in a parish.
  
  Mrs. MaryAnn Genna, Coordinator
  (610) 289-8900 ext. 244
  mgenna@allentowndiocese.org

• Persons with Disabilities

  OFFICE FOR MINISTRY WITH PERSONS WITH DISABILITIES
  The Office for Ministry with Persons with Disabilities, Catholic Life and Evangelization, Diocese of Allentown, is committed to facilitate the implementation of the Pastoral Statement of U.S. Catholic   Bishops on People with Disabilities which calls for “realizing the unique gifts individuals with disabilities have to offer the Church” and Society and to advocate for the inclusion of persons with disabilities in the full participation of the liturgical and sacramental life of the church.
  
  Sr. Janice Marie Johnson, Coordinator
  (610) 289-8900 ext. 245  Fax (610) 289-7917
  jjohnson@allentowndiocese.org
  
  Visit the Office for Ministry with Persons with Disabilities Page

• Pontifical Mission Societies

  PONTIFICAL MISSION SOCIETIES IN THE UNITED STATES
  St. Thomas More
  1040 Flexer Ave.
  Allentown, PA 18103-5520
  (610) 433-7413   Fax (610) 433-2308
  
  Rev. Msgr. John P. Murphy, Diocesan Director
  
  Richard Lynch, Administrative Assistant for the Propagation of the Faith and St. Peter the Apostle Fund
  
  Mrs. Kim Ann Zardet, Mission Education, Director for the Missionary Childhood Association.

• Prison Ministry

  OFFICE OF PRISON MINISTRY
  Responsible for development of prison ministry outreach in the diocese. Includes advocacy and
  recruitment and training of volunteers to serve in prison ministry.
  
  510 Union St.
  Allentown, PA 18101-2307
  Rev. William N. Seifert, Coordinator
  (610) 439-0111 Fax (610) 439-6048
  wseifert@allentowndiocese.org

• Pro-Life Activities and Social Concerns

  OFFICE OF PRO-LIFE ACTIVITIES AND SOCIAL CONCERNS
  Coordinates activities and programs within the Diocese and assists the parishes in implementing Pro-Life activities including educational, pastoral, public policy programs, and prayer and worship. Acting as a catalyst, the office promotes the social  mission of the Church. It encourages individuals and parishes to formulate a Gospel response to the social issues of the day. The Office of Pro-Life Activities and Social Concern educates, advocates and challenges people to put faith into action.
  
  Mr. Matthew Hummel, M.A
  Director
  Phone: 610-289-8900 Ext. 229
  Fax: 610-289-7917
  
  Mrs. MaryAnn Genna
  Assistant Coordinator
  Phone: 610-289-8900 Ext. 244
  Fax: 610-289-7917
  
  Rev. Kevin J. Bobbin, M.Div., M.A., S.T.B.
  Community Organizer/Priest Support
  Phone: 610-289-8900 ext. 234

• Worship

  WORSHIP
  Fosters liturgical renewal and develops full, active participation in worship; coordinates educational efforts in liturgy, music, art and environment.
  
  900 S. Woodward St.
  Allentown, PA 18103-4179
  (610) 289-8900 ext. 227   Fax (610) 289-7917
  
  Rev. Scott R. Ardinger, Director
  (610) 289-8900 Fax (610) 289-7917
  sardinger@allentowndiocese.org
  
  Beverly McDevitt, Diocesan Choir Director
  bmcdevitt@allentowndiocese.org

• Youth and Young Adult Ministry

  OFFICE OF YOUTH AND YOUNG ADULT MINISTRY
  Assists parishes in their ministry to young people by fostering personal and spiritual growth; coordinates various programs on a diocesan level to strengthen the spiritual, physical, intellectual and social qualities of young people.
  
  Ms. Abbie Langsdorf, Coordinator
  (610) 289-8900 ext. 235
  alangsdorf@allentowndiocese.org
  
  Mrs. Susan Matour, Assistant Coordinator
  smatour@allentowndiocese.org
  
  

Clergy

• Secretary

  OFFICE OF THE SECRETARY
  Secretary: Rev. Msgr. Gerald E. Gobitas
  Phone: 610-437-0755  Fax: 610-433-7822
  Email: ggobitas@allentowndiocese.org

• Permanent Diaconate

  OFFICE OF THE PERMANENT DIACONATE
  2145 Madison Ave.
  Bethlehem, PA 18017-4642
  
  Rev. Msgr. Michael J. Chaback, Director
  (610) 866-0581   Fax (610) 867-8702
  diaconate@allentowndiocese.org
  
  Deacon William F. Urbine, Assistant Director
  Deacon Gerald R. Schmidt, Associate Director for Personnel
  Deacon Henry G. Gordon, Jr., Associate Director for Formation
  (610) 866-0581 Fax (610) 867-8702
  diaconate@allentowndiocese.org

• Priest Personnel

  OFFICE OF PRIEST PERSONNEL
  Coordinates and oversees the personnel needs of the priests and the pastoral exigencies of the Diocese.
  
  Rev. Msgr. Gerald E. Gobitas, Director
  (610) 437-0755   Fax (610) 433-7822

• Priestly Life and Ministry

  OFFICE OF PRIESTLY LIFE AND MINISTRY
  Rev. Msgr. James J. Mulligan
  Queenship of Mary Rectory
  1324 Newport Ave.
  Northampton, PA 18067-1442
  Phone: 610-262-1885  Fax: 610-262-4192
  Email: unclejim@fast.net

• Vocations

  OFFICE OF VOCATIONS
  Selection and formation of candidates for the Diocesan priesthood.
  
  Rev. Msgr. David L. James, Director
  (610) 437-0755   Fax (610) 433-7822
  djames@allentowndiocese.org
  www.beapriest.com

External Affairs

• Secretary

  OFFICE OF THE SECRETARY
  Secretary: Mr. Matthew T. Kerr
  Phone: 610-871-5200, Ext. 265
  Fax: 610-439-7694
  Email: mkerr@allentowndiocese.org

• Allentown Catholic Communications

  ALLENTOWN CATHOLIC COMMUNICATIONS, INC.
  (610) 871-5200 ext. 264
  Most Rev. John O. Barres, President
  Rev. Msgr. Alfred A. Schlert, Secretary

• A.D. Times

  THE AD TIMES
  “The Allentown Diocese in the Year of Our Lord”
  Incorporated as Allentown Catholic Communications, Inc.
  Official biweekly newspaper of the Diocese covering news affecting the Catholic community on the local diocesan, national and international level.
  
  (610) 871-5200 ext. 264 Fax (610) 439-7694
  adtimes@allentowndiocese.org
  
  Mrs. Jill M. Caravan, Editor/Director
  (610) 871-5200 ext. 264   Fax (610) 439-7694
  jcaravan@allentowndiocese.org

• Communications

  OFFICE OF COMMUNICATIONS
  Chief spokesperson for the Bishop and the Diocese. Provides publicity for Secretariats and agencies of the Diocese through print and electronic media outlets; serves as liaison for diocesan Secretariats with the media; produces in-house video presentations. Publishes the diocesan Official Catholic Directory.
  
  Mr. Matthew T. Kerr, Director
  (610) 871-5200 ext. 265   Fax (610) 439-7694
  mkerr@allentowndiocese.org
  
  Brian Mulvihill, Producer, Diocesan Video Services
  bmulvihill@allentowndiocese.org
  
  Daniel Herrero, Web Developer
  dherrero@allentowndiocese.org

• Government Affairs

  GOVERNMENT AFFAIRS
  Serves the parishes and schools of the Diocese of Allentown by monitoring, assessing and responding to legislation that may impact the programs and services they provide.
  
  Mr. Matthew T. Kerr, Director
  (610) 871-5200 ext. 265 Fax (610) 439-7694
  mkerr@allentowndiocese.org

Stewardship and Development

• Secretary

  SECRETARY
  Mr. James S. Friend, Jr., Secretary, Stewardship & Development,
  Executive Director, Bishop's Annual Appeal
  610-871-5200 Ext. 210
  jfriend@allentowndiocese.org
  
  Ms. Judith Stewart, Executive Assistant to the Secretary and Special Events Coordinator
  (610) 871-5200 ext. 240
  jstewart@allentowndiocese.org

• Bishop’s Annual Appeal

  BISHOP’S ANNUAL APPEAL
  Ms. Michele Mullikin, Director of Parish Stewardship and the Bishop’s Annual Appeal
  (610) 871-5200 ext. 282
  mmullikin@allentowndiocese.org
  
  Sr. Janice Marie Johnson, Bishop’s Annual Appeal Ambassador
  (610) 871-5200 ext. 280
  jjohnson@allentowndiocese.org

• Major and Planned Giving

  MAJOR AND PLANNED GIVING
  Mrs. Barbara Ann Shotwell, Senior Director for Major and Planned Giving
  (610) 871-5200 ext. 244
  bshotwell@allentowndiocese.org

• Eastern Pennsylvania Scholarship Foundation

  EASTERN PENNSYLVANIA SCHOLARSHIP FOUNDATION
  Mrs. Barbara Ann Shotwell, Senior Director and Administrator for the Eastern Pennsylvania Scholarship Foundation.
  (610) 871-5200 ext. 244
  bshotwell@allentowndiocese.org

• Catholic School Marketing and Enrollment Management

  Catholic School Marketing and Enrollment Management
  Mrs. Erica Gates, Director of Catholic School Marketing and Enrollment Management
  (610) 871-5200 ext. 215
  egates@allentowndiocese.org 

Temporal Services

• Secretary

  OFFICE OF THE SECRETARY
  Chief Financial Officer and Secretary
  Mr. Mark E. Smith, C.P.A.
  Phone: 610-871-5200, Ext. 205
  Fax: 610-871-5211
  Email: msmith@allentowndiocese.org

• Accounting Services

  ACCOUNTING SERVICES
  Responsible for the policies, processes and administration of Diocese accounting functions, including accounts receivable, accounts payable, operating budget, and financial reports for the diocesan cemeteries, administrative and secretariat offices, deposit and loan, unitized investment pool, bond fund, high schools, and special education centers; provides information, policies, and administration for payroll, lay employee benefits and pension.
  
  Mr. Jeffrey K. Buck, Controller
  (610) 871-5200 ext. 102 Fax (610) 871-5211
  jbuck@allentowndiocese.org
  
  Mr. Gary D. Allen, Staff Accountant
  Cemeteries, Investments
  (610) 871-5200 ext.106   Fax (610) 871-5211
  gallen@allentowndiocese.org
  
  Mrs. Karen L. Bartels, Accounting Supervisor
  Accounts Receivable, Cash Management, Deposit and Loan
  (610) 871-5200 ext. 225   Fax (610) 871-5211
  kbartels@allentowndiocese.org
  
  Mr. Thomas O. Kern, Benefits and Payroll Manager
  (610) 871-5200 ext. 109   Fax (610) 871-5211
  tkern@allentowndiocese.org
  
  Mrs. Michelle A. Prudhomme, Accounts Payable Supervisor
  (610) 871-5200 ext. 222   Fax (610) 871-5211
  mprudhomme@allentowndiocese.org
  
  Mrs. Dana Sten, Accounting Manager
  High Schools, Special Education Centers
  (610) 871-5200 ext. 103   Fax (610) 871-5211
  dsten@allentowndiocese.org

• Banking and Investments

  BANKING AND INVESTMENTS
  Provides consultation and advice to parishes and institutions on investments and loans. Acts as liaison between the Chief Financial Officer, the Investment Committee, and the Portfolio Managers; manages Diocesan marketable securities; manages Diocesan banking relationships; responsible for the Diocesan Deposit and Loan banking services.
  
  Mr. Mark D. Hullinger, Director
  (610) 871-5200 ext. 288   Fax (610) 871-5211
  mhullinger@allentowndiocese.org

• Cemeteries

  CEMETERIES
  Provides information and policies relating to the operation of diocesan and parochial cemeteries.
  
  Rev. Msgr. William F. Baver, Director
  (610) 871-5200 ext. 234   Fax (610) 871-5211
  wbaver@allentowndiocese.org
  
  Diocesan Cemeteries
  Mr. Larry Hillanbrand, Superintendent
  (610) 454-8743
  lhillanbrand@allentowndiocese.org
  
  Holy Saviour Cemetery
  2575 Linden St.
  Bethlehem, PA 18017-3842
  (610) 866-2372   Fax (610) 866-9277
  Mr. James D. Reich, Sales Manager, ext. 2
  
  Resurrection Cemetery
  547 N. Krocks Rd.
  Allentown, PA 18106-9732
  (610) 395-3819   Fax (610) 366-3713

• Diocesan Building Committee

  DIOCESAN BUILDING COMMITTEE
  Rev. Francis P. Schoenauer, Chairman
  St. Nicholas Rectory
  1152 Oak Rd.
  Walnutport, PA  18088-9728
  (610) 767-3107   Fax (610) 760-6241

• Diocesan Deposit and Loan Fund

  DIOCESAN DEPOSIT AND LOAN FUND
  Loan Review Board
  Mr. Mark E. Smith, Chairman

• Forward with Christ

  FORWARD WITH CHRIST ALLOCATIONS COMMITTEE
  Rev. Msgr. William F. Baver, Chairman
  SS. Simon and Jude Rectory
  7th Ave. and W. Broad St.
  Bethlehem, PA 18018-5295
  (610) 866-5582 ext. 4   Fax (610) 866-2992

• Information Systems

  INFORMATION SYSTEMS
  Provides information technology services and support for all central administrative offices’ and agencies’ computing needs.

• Insurance and Real Estate

  INSURANCE AND REAL ESTATE
  Provides an insurance program that protects diocesan assets and real estate; answers claim questions; provides and coordinates risk management and loss prevention services; oversees maintenance of diocesan facilities, real estate transactions and reviews leases and contracts.
  
  Ms. Kelly C. Bruce, Director
  (610) 871-5200 ext. 203   Fax (610) 871-5211
  kbruce@allentowndiocese.org
  
  Mr. Gerald E. Flavelle, Safety, Fire Prevention and Construction Officer
  (610) 871-5200 ext. 258  Fax (610) 871-5211
  gflavelle@allentowndiocese.org
  
  Rental Properties Management at St. Francis Center
  900 W. Market St.
  Orwigsburg, PA  17961
  Mr. David Hasenauer, Building Manager
  (570) 366-1016   Fax (570) 366-1017
  dhasenauer@allentowndiocese.org
  
  Facilities Manager
  Mr. Edward M. Ritter
  (610) 871-5200, ext. 277   Fax: (610) 871-5211
  eritter@allentowndiocese.org

• Parish and School Support Services

  PARISH AND SCHOOL SUPPORT SERVICES
  Provides accounting and administrative support to diocesan parishes, schools, cemeteries and institutions. Reviews budget and financial reports and provides auditing and tax services for the Diocese.
  
  Mrs. Leslie Shirock, Director
  (610) 871-5200 ext. 228   Fax (610) 871-5211
  lshirock@allentowndiocese.org
  
  Mr. Craig Acklen, Senior Internal Auditor
  (610) 871-5200 ext. 237   Fax (610) 871-5211
  cacklen@allentowndiocese.org
  
  Mrs. Frances Boyko, Field Auditor
  (610) 871-5200 ext. 295   Fax (610) 871-5211
  fboyko@allentowndiocese.org
  
  Keith Danner, Field Auditor
  (610) 871-5200 ext. 238 Fax (610) 871-5211
  kdanner@allentowndiocese.org

• Saint Francis Center

  ST. FRANCIS CENTER
  900 W. Market St.
  Orwigsburg, PA 17961-1006
  (570) 366-1016   Fax (570) 366-1017
  Mr. David Hasenauer, Building Manager
  
  Holy Family Assisted Living
  Ms. Deborah Bayliff
  (570) 366-2912   Fax (570) 366-7781
  
  Holy Family Adult Day Care Center of Catholic Charities of the Diocese of Allentown, Inc.
  (570) 366-2924   Fax (570) 366-2301
  Mrs. Linda Herb, Director
  lherb@allentowndiocese