Bishop Mark Mourns Pope Francis, Recalls His Focus on Hope
Bishop Mark Bartchak joins Catholics around the world in expressing his deep sadness following the passing of Pope Francis and remembering the Holy Father’s...
Johnstown Parish to Explore Pilgrimage Opportunity
From Resurrection Parish
Resurrection Church is excited to announce an upcoming meeting to gauge interest in organizing a pilgrimage to the sacred sites of Fatima...
Student Business Donates Profits to Humane Society
From Saint Matthew School
From a class discussion on starting a business to having actual profit to donate has been an amazing ride for the...
Bishop’s Easter Message: Easter is the Feast of Hope
I recently read a story about two missionary priests who served in the Amazon rainforest. When they arrived at one of the villages, there...
Parishes Preparing for Holy Week Observances
By Tony DeGol
Proclaim!
The Diocese of Altoona-Johnstown joins the Catholic Church universal in marking the most solemn week on the liturgical calendar.
The observance of Holy...
Cresson Faith Community Planning Special Divine Mercy Sunday Happenings
To mark Divine Mercy Sunday and special milestones, the Catholic Community of Cresson, which includes the parishes of Saint Aloysius and Saint Francis Xavier,...
Transitional Deacon to Headline Gorzkie Zale
Our Lady Queen of Angels Parish in Central City will conclude its celebration of the time-honored Polish devotion known as Gorzkie Zale or Bitter...
Saint Matthew Students to Have Art Published
From Saint Matthew School
Three young artists from Tyrone's Saint Matthew School were recently selected to have their original artwork featured in an upcoming publication.
Young...
ACE Program Gives Bishop McCort Catholic Elementary Students Hands-On Learning Opportunities
From Bishop McCort Catholic Academy
Bishop McCort Catholic Elementary students who are engaged in the schools ACE (Academic Course Enhancement) program are participating in a...
Diaconate Community Bringing Hope to the Hopeless
Throughout this Jubilee Year 2025, the Diocese of Altoona-Johnstown joins the universal Catholic Church in celebrating “Pilgrims of Hope.”
Among the many ministries that highlight...