Diocese of Altoona-Johnstown Still Welcoming New Catholics Amid Coronavirus Challenges
By Tony DeGol
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Becoming a fully-initiated Catholic is music to Mike Meketa’s ears – literally and figuratively.
A talented organist and pianist, Meketa is already part of the music ministry...
FAITH FORWARD: Pharmacist Has Right Prescription for Living His Catholicity
By Tony DeGol
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Editor’s Note: This story is another in the Proclaim! TV and Proclaim! E-News series called Faith Forward, which highlights individuals or groups...
Bishop Mark Announces Directives for Holy Week Observances
Holy Week Masses and services in the Diocese of Altoona-Johnstown will include some modifications to accommodate the demands of physical distancing and ensure the...
Fire Destroys Rectory, Hall at Somerset County Parish; Church Saved
By Tony DeGol
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A remarkable effort by firefighters is credited with saving the church at Holy Family Parish in Hooversville from being destroyed by fire....
Bishop Among Those Being Vaccinated Through Saint Francis University/Mainline Pharmacy Partnership
By Tony DeGol
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The Maurice Stokes Athletic Center at Saint Francis University is home to thrilling competition, and these days, it is also a place...
Parishes Announce Ash Wednesday Mass Schedules
By Justin Kirkland
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Faithful are invited to Ash Wednesday Masses at parishes throughout the Diocese of Altoona-Johnstown. This year, because of the pandemic, and as...
Lent Is A Time to Seek the Lord’s Help, Says Northern...
By Tony DeGol
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More than a century ago, the lay theologian and philosopher G.K. Chesterton wrote the book, What’s Wrong With the World.
The first line said, “I...
Directives for Distribution of Ashes and Fasting/Abstinence
Faithful are invited to Ash Wednesday Masses at parishes throughout the Diocese of Altoona-Johnstown. Click HERE for a schedule of Masses at parishes. This...
Bishop Reconsecrates Church, Parish Community Unites After Desecration
By Tony DeGol
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The faith community of Transfiguration Parish in Conemaugh is refusing to let evil triumph over good following a senseless act of desecration...
Local Parishes, Schools, and Social Services Spread Catholic Footprint Through Tireless...
By Tony DeGol
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Pope Francis once said, “When you forget yourself and think of others, this is love!”
As many of our friends and neighbors struggle during this pandemic, parishes,...
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