Sacred Heart Basilica

Sacred Heart Basilica The Basilica of the Sacred Heart of Jesus Church also known as "Conewago Chapel" has a long and distinguished place in the history of the Catholic Church.

The Conewago parish was founded in 1730, The original log chapel was built in 1741 and enlarged in 1768. The oldest part of the present field stone and brownstone church and rectory was built in 1787. At the time, the Jesuits of Conewago ministered to the Catholic missions of York, Carlisle, and Lorretto and made visits west to the Allegheny mountains and north to Elmira, New York, all on horsebac

k. In 1847 the transept and apse were added. The original church was kept intact, except for the sanctuary which was removed. The beautiful paintings depicting the redemption of man were done at this time. In 1962 Pope John XXIII proclaimed the church a Minor Basilica and conferred upon it all the spiritual privileges of St. Peter’s Basilica in Rome. The canopy, called a Pavilion, and the staff and belfry in the sanctuary are symbols of this honor. An Apostolic Delegate, seven bishops and over one hundred priests, attended the proclamation. If you'd like to find out more about our parish or our Basilica, be sure to visit our website at www.sacredheartbasilica.com or www.conewagochapel.com

06/22/2026

🎄Our annual Christmas Bazaar will be on November 21st 🎄

We are looking for a few more vendors to join us.

Only emails will be accepted.

06/19/2026

Contact your legislators today and help protect educational opportunity for Pennsylvania families.

House Bill 2632 could reduce access to Pennsylvania’s tax credit scholarship programs, impacting thousands of students and families who rely on these opportunities to choose a quality education rooted in faith and values.

➡️ Take action now through the Pennsylvania Catholic Conference Voter Voice: https://www.pacatholic.org/voter-voice/

Make your voice heard — contact your legislators today.

06/19/2026

🚨ACT NOW to Protect Catholic Education!

What's happening?
⚠️ HB 2632 would dismantle the EITC program as we know it
⚠️ Cuts funding and adds burdensome bureaucracy
⚠️ Puts scholarship opportunities and Catholic schools at risk

What is EITC?
✅ Provides scholarships for students through private donations
✅ Helps families choose the educational environment that best fits their child's needs
✅ Supports thousands of students across Pennsylvania

How can you help?
📢 Use the simple tool below to contact your PA State Senator and Representative today and urge them to oppose HB 2632.

🔗: https://www.pacatholic.org/resources/voter-voice/

Thank you for supporting and protecting Catholic Education in Pennsylvania!

06/15/2026
“Tell everybody that God grants graces through the Immaculate Heart of Mary” – Saint Jacinta
06/13/2026

“Tell everybody that God grants graces through the Immaculate Heart of Mary” – Saint Jacinta

Today, on World Priest Day, we give thanks to God for the gift of the priesthood and for all priests who faithfully serv...
06/13/2026

Today, on World Priest Day, we give thanks to God for the gift of the priesthood and for all priests who faithfully serve Christ and His Church.

Please join us in praying for our priests, that they may be strengthened in their vocation, filled with joy in their ministry, and blessed abundantly for their service to God's people.
Thank you to all our priests for your faithful "yes" to the Lord and your dedicated service to His Church.

“In the Sacred Heart, every treasure of wisdom and knowledge is hidden. In that divine heart beats God’s infinite love f...
06/12/2026

“In the Sacred Heart, every treasure of wisdom and knowledge is hidden. In that divine heart beats God’s infinite love for everyone and for each of us as individuals.”
– St. John Paul II (1920-2005), Homily for the Votive Mass of the Sacred Heart during his Apostolic Voyage to Canada (1984)

On the Memorial of the Immaculate Heart of Mary, we turn to Our Blessed Mother with gratitude and devotion, asking for h...
06/11/2026

On the Memorial of the Immaculate Heart of Mary, we turn to Our Blessed Mother with gratitude and devotion, asking for her intercession and guidance. Join us as we celebrate this beautiful feast and entrust ourselves to her maternal care.
See the schedule below for Mass and devotion times.

Join us as we celebrate the Feast of the Most Sacred Heart of Jesus. We invite you to participate in the special liturgi...
06/09/2026

Join us as we celebrate the Feast of the Most Sacred Heart of Jesus. We invite you to participate in the special liturgies and devotions planned for this beautiful feast day as we honor the boundless love and mercy of Christ's Sacred Heart.

Please see the schedule below for all events and Mass times.

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30 Basilica Drive
Hanover, PA
17331

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