A Message from Bishop Mark: Wear a Mask in Church!
Dear Brothers and Sisters in Christ,
Someone recently told me that she could hear the sigh of relief recently as restrictions were lifted that...
Bishop Emeritus Joseph Adamec Passes
The Most Reverend Joseph V. Adamec, Bishop Emeritus of the Diocese of Altoona-Johnstown, died unexpectedly on March 20, 2019. He was 83 years old.
Bishop...
Masses Cancelled at Cambria County Parish After Employee Tests Positive for...
Masses at Holy Family Parish in Portage are not being celebrated after a parish employee tested positive for COVID-19.
Out of an abundance of caution, all...
Diocese Mourns Passing of Father Raymond Crosser
The Diocese of Altoona-Johnstown is mourning the passing of a senior priest.
Reverend Raymond G. Crosser passed on July 22.
He was born on April 7,...
Beloved “TV Priest” Recovers from Medical Procedure, Announces Retirement
By Tony DeGol
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The man affectionately known as the “TV Priest” is recovering from a health setback.
Father Chuck Bridges, Parochial Vicar at Saint John Gualbert...
Individual Who Was Present at Local Mass Tests Positive for COVID-19
An individual who attended Mass at a parish in the Diocese of Altoona-Johnstown has tested positive for COVID-19.
The person attended the 4:00 p.m. Mass...
Funeral Homes, Families Adjusting to Directives
By Tony DeGol
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When Celeste Stolz was planning her mother's funeral shortly after Easter, she knew the arrangements would have to follow the directives in effect...
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...
Bishop Issues Liturgical Directives Regarding Parish Choirs, Soloists, Readers
In anticipation of the return to public Masses in the Diocese of Altoona-Johnstown beginning the weekend of June 13-14, Bishop Mark issued the following...
Saint Benedict, Carrolltown, Parishioner Still Going Strong at 104 Years Young
By Tony DeGol
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Oh, the drudgery of daily exercise, right?
Many people despise it, but Geraldine Cunningham embraces it. In fact, she faithfully rides her stationary...
