Renewed by the Holy Spirit, Teens Poised for Next Steps in...
By Tony DeGol
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Corrigan Shanafelt could not have been more enthusiastic for one of the biggest milestones of his Catholic faith journey.
“Ever since I woke...
Bishop to Ordain One Priest, Three Permanent Deacons
The Diocese of Altoona-Johnstown is pleased to announce the ordination of Deacon Justin Treon to the priesthood on May 27 at 10:00 a.m. at...
The Jared Box Project Surpasses One Million Boxes
From the Jared Box Project
For over 20 years The Jared Box Project has delivered smiles, laughter, and hope to children in hospitals across the...
Beloved Priest Remembered for His Peacefulness and Devotion to the Eucharist
By Tony DeGol
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A former Catholic school student fondly remembers when the priest who would have a profound impact on his life arrived as pastor...
Johnstown Parish Shares the Generosity of #iGiveCatholic
By Tony DeGol
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So many people these days decry teens as too focused on themselves and too disconnected to their faith and the life of...
Fun and Educational Experiences Help Junior High Students Put “Faith in...
By Tony DeGol
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It might seem hard to imagine young people growing in their faith while frantically adding jeans and a T-shirt to an inflatable...
Local Catholic School Students Among Those Joining the “Uplift Your Priest”...
Local Catholic school students are among those joining in the “Uplift Your Priest” campaign.
Sponsored by Houston-based Vocation Ministry, “Uplift Your Priest,” scheduled for April...
Senior Priest Joyfully Lends His Name to Easter Outreach Effort
By Tony DeGol
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In his trademark humility, Father Carl Spishak thinks he’s getting a lot of credit for work he did not do.
“They’re just borrowing...
Saint Matthew Parish Honors the Legacy of Sister Karen Duddy, CCW,...
From the Independent Catholic Foundation
Sister Karen Duddy of the Carmelite Community of the Word was a well-loved educator and pastoral minister until her unexpected...
Diocese Mourns the Passing of Long-Serving Altoona Pastor
By Tony DeGol
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With great sadness, the Diocese of Altoona-Johnstown announces the passing of the Reverend D. Timothy Grimme, Pastor of Saint Therese of the...
