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Bishop Edward Scharfenberger, spiritual director

A native of Brooklyn, New York, Bishop Edward Scharfenberger studied for the holy priesthood at the North American College, Rome, and was ordained in St. Peter’s Basilica, on July 2, 1973.

After many years of pastoral service in his native Diocese of Brooklyn, now Monsignor Scharfenberger was appointed by Pope Francis as bishop of the Diocese of Albany, New York, on April 10, 2014. Bishop Scharfenberger was consecrated by Cardinal Timothy Dolan at the Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception, Albany, New York, where his continues to serve the people of Albany.

His genuine interest in all people, regardless of status or position, is reflected in his interest in many cultures that make up our universal church. A warm and gracious bishop, people feel comfortable in his presence and he easily engages them in conversation. He loves to travel and experience different cultures, sharing local cuisine and conversing with people of various cultural backgrounds.

Gifted in languages, Bishop Scharfenberger speaks Italian, French, Spanish and German, and is fluent enough in Polish, Russian and Portuguese to offer Holy Mass. Bishop Scharfenberger earned a Licentiate in Sacred Theology from the Academy of St. Alphonse in Rome, in 1977, a Licentiate of Canon Law from Catholic University of America, in 1980, and a Juris Doctor Law degree from Fordham University, in 1990. In 1991, Bishop Scharfenberger was admitted to the New York State Bar.

Bishop Scharfenberger will lead us in prayer and be available for the Sacrament of Reconciliation. He will also offer private Mass for our pilgrims at the shrines we visit and will be the main celebrant at St. James Church, Medjugorje. St. Benedict Tours is blessed to have Bishop Scharfenberger as our spiritual director, a gifted, prayerful, and holy bishop.

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11 Day Medjugorje & Culture Tour of Croatia,
May 1 – May 11, 2025, Bishop Edward Scharfenberger, Spiritual Director

ITINERARY INCLUDES….6 nights Medjugorje….5 nights Dubrovnik

Price Includes

  • Land & Air, Double Occupancy…….$3,790
  • Land Only………………. $2,565
  • Single Supplement………………………..$655

$300 Discount, Priests, Deacons and Religious

  • Price Includes
  • Bishop Edward Scharfenberger, Spiritual Director
  • Daily Mass & spiritual activities St. James Church, Medjugorje
  • Certified, local English speaking guides
  • 8 nights Hotel Jana, a 4-star hotel near St. James Church
  • Daily breakfast & dinner, served in a private dining room at Hotel Jana
  • Red wine included at dinner, Hotel Jana • 3 one day excursions to local shrines
  • Private Mass celebrated by Bishop Scharfenberger at the shrines
  • Lunch provided by St. Benedict Tours during the 1-day excursions
  • Opportunity to climb Apparition Hill and Cross Mountain
  • Optional visits to local sites, e.g. Cenacolo Community
  • Pending availability, meetings with visionaries & local priests
  • 1 night Hotel Bellevue Dubrovnik
  • A guided tour of Old Town Dubrovnik including lunch
  • Farewell dinner Hotel Bellevue Dubrovnik
  • Porterage at Hotel Bellevue Dubrovnik
  • Buffet breakfast Hotel Bellevue Dubrovnik prior to our departure flight home
  • Confirmed seats on Lufthansa Airlines, economy class
  • All airport & fuel charges
  • Transportation via air-conditioned, private motor coach
  • Bottles of water provided on the motor coach
  • Backpack, luggage tags & other gift items

Not Included

  • Gratuities
  • Extras at hotels, any expenses of a personal nature
  • Any items not specifically mentioned
  • Optional travel insurance

Note: We accept major credit cards, though our preferred payment is by check:
Payable to St. Benedict Tours, 3 Forester Ave., WarwickNY 10990