Father Gillelan Demonstrates Dance as an Expression of Joy in God

Photo ~ Father Robert Gillelan, Jr. who competed in the Dancing with the Central Pa. Stars fundraiser with a swing dance. He earned recognition for earning the most money through sponsors and votes during the competition.

The Diocesan Vicar General and pastor of Prince of Peace Parish in Steelton put his boogie shoes to the test as a contestant in the third annual “Dancing with the Central PA Stars” gala on April 26.

Performing a one-minute, fast-paced swing dance to the music of the Central Pennsylvania Symphony and with a professional dancer from PA DanceSport, Father Gillelan said dancing was much more physical and demanding than he expected it to be.

“In his Lenten message this year, Pope Francis said that he is distrustful of a charity that doesn’t hurt. Believe me, this hurts, because my bones are aching!” Father Gillelan quipped.

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