Dr McGovern spoke at the 2026 Erie March for Life
Fr Joseph Petrone, Assistant Vice Chancellor of the Diocese of Erie, was gracious enough to offer Mass and a morning of recollection on February 28, 2026 for members of the St. Giuseppe Moscati Guild.
Board members Katy and Jeff meeting again with pro-life warrior Rep Smith after the 2026 March for Life.
!6th Annual White Mass for Health Care Professionals! St. Giuseppe Pray for us!
Members of the St. Giuseppe Moscati Guild of the Diocese of Erie gathered with other members of the community for the 16th annual White Mass for Health care professionals at St. Joseph Bread of Life on November 15. Under the patronage of St. Giuseppe, a physician of the 20th century recognized for his heroic care of the poor, the guild offers those in the healing arts a means of educational and spiritual growth. The annual White Mass is a sentinel part of that spiritual growth. Fr. Stephen Schreiber, the chaplain, led the liturgy and concluded with a blessing of the Catholic healers present. Deacon Dr Frank Pregler, Family Medicine, provided a stirring homily of the duties of the Catholic healer and a review of the life of St. Dr. Giuseppe Moscati. Music was graciously and inspiringly provided by Briana Erdman. Health care professionals who want more information on the work of the guild can find it on the website: stgiuseppe.cathmed.org.
PA Leadership Collaborates with State Bishops’ Conference
November 5, 2025
By Jeffrey McGovern, MD, FCCP, FAASM
Representatives from CMA Guilds in Pennsylvania met with leadership from the Pennsylvania Catholic Conference of Bishops to address the disturbing and radical House Bills emanating from the current legislature, mostly relating to an aggressive relaxation of abortion laws currently in effect.
Physician leaders and guild representatives met with Eric Failing, Executive Director of the Pennsylvania Catholic Conference of Bishops, on October 29. The Zoom meeting was arranged by Deacon Dr. Bruno Schettini, CMA Regional and State Director for Pennsylvania, and included Deacon Dr. Bruno Schettini, Dr Robert Motley (Philadelphia), Dr. Tom Seykora (Allentown), Dr. Greg Burke (Harrisburg, CMA Secretary), Dr. Marguerite Duane (Duquesne University), Dr. Tim Millea (CMA Health Policy) and Dr. Jeffrey McGovern (Erie).
Mr. Failing presented a comprehensive review of the current legislative landscape as only one so close to the legislative fire could present. He did much to assuage our initial concern about the radical House Bills but also voiced a warning about the fragile balance in the House and Senate that could someday change in which bills such as these could be passed. He also provided insight on the discussion of assisted suicide and transgender issues currently discussed in the Pennsylvania chambers. The physicians on the call brought up the need for further communication to Catholic physicians in the state and spoke openly about support for ongoing collaboration with the bishops, especially on the issue of pro-life.
One participant suggested a follow-up call, so that physician leaders of CMA in Pennsylvania can be continually apprised of these issues and appropriate actions. As a result, quarterly meetings will be scheduled. CMA Pennsylvania leadership is grateful the PA bishops and the work they do for the flock in the midst of the Culture of Death. That appreciation also extends to Mr. Failing and others like him, who work both quietly and vocally on their behalf.
Would it not be ideal if all CMA leaders had that same connection with their states’ bishop conference?
Dr McGovern participated in the Leadership Training Meeting in Mundelein Seminary in June which took place congruently with the Boot Camp for medical students. The meeting was a cherished time with other guild presidents and members with a passion for bringing Christ to our patients. One of the many highlights was daily Adoration and a Eucharistic Procession on the Solemnity of the Sacred Heart. Participants provided many ideas on running a successful local guild.
Reverend Stephen Schreiber starts his third year at St Joseph Bread of Life, Sacred Heart and St Paul (mission) and remains our faithful chaplain.
