Johnstown Parishioner Credits His COVID Recovery to the Power of Prayer
By Tony DeGol
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Like it has done to so many others, COVID-19 changed Frank Arcurio’s life.
His ordeal started in November of 2020 when he contracted...
Sister Karen Duddy Remembered for Helping Others and Persevering Amid Challenges
By Tony DeGol
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The late Sister Karen Duddy, CCW, had a tradition of always declaring a particular saint’s feast day as her favorite.
As a result,...
Local Religious Woman Professes Perpetual Vows
A woman with local roots has reached a joyous milestone with her religious community.
A Mass of Perpetual Profession was celebrated on August 6,...
Deanery Pastoral Council Thanks Pastors and Reaffirms Commitment to Dialogue and...
By Tony DeGol
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Julie Crusciel and other members of the Prince Gallitzin Deanery Pastoral Council are grateful for the spiritual blessings available to local Catholics.
“We...
Hundreds Participate in Eucharistic Procession as Bishop Urges the Faithful to...
By Tony DeGol
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The great tradition of public displays of faith in the city of Johnstown continued recently with a solemn Eucharistic procession from Saint...
Faithful Raise a Glass to Theology on Tap
By Tony DeGol
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Faith and fellowship are on the menu in the Catholic Community of Cresson.
A new Theology on Tap series is underway, led by...
Faith Day Celebration Takes Family to New Heights
By Tony DeGol
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After some serious consideration, siblings Logan, Ella, and Makena Klatt chose the Free Fall as their favorite ride at DelGrosso’s Amusement Park...
Retiring Priest Recalls His Journey to Altoona-Johnstown and the Family He...
By Tony DeGol
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Never underestimate the intuition of grandmothers.
Father Ron Osinski learned that lesson through his own grandmother and a statement she made in her...
Priests Reflect on the Gift of the Eucharist
As the Church of Altoona-Johnstown joins other dioceses in the United States in a Eucharistic Revival, Diocesan and religious priests reflect on the treasure...
Bishop Reminds New Deacons of their Friendship with Christ
By Tony DeGol
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Those in the ministry of the diaconate are considered friends of the Lord.
Bishop Mark shared that comforting message with the three newest...
