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...
Pittsburgh Auxiliary Bishop to Headline Johnstown Theology on Tap
An Auxiliary Bishop of the Diocese of Pittsburgh will share a special message to young adults in the Diocese of Altoona-Johnstown.
Most Reverend William Waltersheid,...
Duncansville Parish Announces Mission Plans, Summer Fatima Shrine Opportunities
Saint Catherine of Siena Parish in Duncansville will sponsor a three-day parish mission April 27-29 that highlights faith, fellowship, and good food.
On April 27,...
Lilly Parish Hosting Divine Mercy Sunday Observances
Our Lady of the Alleghenies Parish in Lilly, a Holy Site in the Diocese of Altoona-Johnstown this Jubilee Year 2025, will host a special...
Bishop and Guest Priests to Join in Sacred Heart Novena at...
Sacred Heart Parish in Altoona will pray the annual Novena in Honor of the Most Sacred Heart of Jesus March 31-April 8, offering local...
Two Diocesan Priests Among Those to Be Honored at Carrollian Gala
From Bishop Carroll Catholic High School
On Saturday, April 26, Bishop Carroll Catholic High School will hold its sixteenth annual Carrollian Gala. At the fundraising...
Bishop Guilfoyle Academy Welcomes New Chief Education Officer
From Bishop Guilfoyle Academy
Bishop Guilfoyle Academy has announced the appointment of Dr. Robert Gildea as Chief Education Officer (CEO) for BG’s PreK through Grade...
Distinguished Speakers to Headline Beloved Polish Devotion at Central City Parish
During the holy season of Lent, Queen of Angels Parish in Central City will celebrate the time-honored Polish devotion known as Gorzkie Zale or...
Somerset Parish Offering Lenten Spiritual Opportunity
Saint Peter Parish in Somerset will host a Lenten Day of Prayer and Reflection on March 15 from 9:00 a.m. to 2:15 p.m.
The...
The Pillars of Lent
Prayer, fasting, and almsgiving are considered as the three pillars of Lent in the Catholic Church. The United States Conference of Catholic Bishops provides...