St. John the Baptist Catholic Church
New Freedom, Pennsylvania
Parish Rentals
The parish has two locations (both air-conditioned) available for rent to both parishioners and non-parishioners for various functions such as Bridal and Baby Showers, Banquets, Baptismal Luncheons, and Special Occasion Parties. Our facilities are available to charitable organizations for a reduced fee. Please inquire about rental rates.
WHAT IS PROVIDED?
For all rentals, the parish provides tables and chairs only. Rectangular tables only are available in St. Elizabeth Center and Neumann Hall. It is the responsibility of the renter to provide all table coverings. The set up of the tables and chairs will be done by the maintenance staff of St. Johns. A floor plan must be submitted and agreed upon at least two weeks prior to the event.
Renters are required to complete a Facility/Usage Indemnity Agreement which requires the user to provide St. John the Baptist Parish with a certificate of insurance documenting general liability coverage in the amount of $1,000,000 per occurrence. A one-time use rider may be added to your individual homeowners insurance, usually for a nominal fee, or you may purchase through the Diocese of Harrisburg for a coverage cost of $125 per event. This information is included when you contract your event.
See below for descriptions of our facilities. For additional information on booking your event, rental rates, complete guidelines, facility restrictions, and availability please contact:
Kathy Scheibner
Rental Coordinator
(717) 235-2156 Ext. 220
St. Elizabeth Center
Located in the lower level of the Main Church, the St. Elizabeth Center may be rented for smaller functions such as bridal and baby showers, baptismal luncheons, meetings, etc. This area will accommodate up to 60 people. This area has a small household size kitchen for your use.
Neumann Hall
Adjacent to the Convent, Neumann Hall may be rented for smaller events and will accommodate up to 60 people. This area has a small household size kitchen for your use.