Bishop Reminds Faithful of Perfect Act of Contrition, Plenary Indulgences During...
By Tony DeGol
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Bishop Mark is offering a message of comfort for those anxious about not being able to celebrate the Sacrament of Reconciliation before...
Technology Keeps Diaconate Formation, Lay Ecclesial Ministry Classes Alive
By Tony DeGol
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As candidates for the Permanent Diaconate study Church history and homiletics, they are also getting a crash course in technology.
Like most others in our...
CMD Supporters Stand with Those to be Initiated at Easter
By Tony DeGol
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OMG – it was one of the best text messages ever!
After Jack Driscoll and Melissa Karlheim began dating about a year ago,...
A Message about Coronavirus and the Diocese’s Response
A Message from Tony DeGol
Director of Communications
Diocese of Altoona-Johnstown
March 4, 2020
Over the past few days, local television and newspaper reporters have contacted me to...
Wine and Food Pairings Support Catholic Charities
By Tony DeGol
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Much sweeter than the chocolate cake truffles and Moscato d’Asti at the recent Catholic Charities Wine and Food Pairing was a true...
March on the Mountain Very Personal for Student
By Tony DeGol
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Jorden McClure happily braved the cold weather at the annual March on Mountain.
He sported a hat and heavy coat, and he also...
A Message from Bishop Mark
Dear Brothers and Sisters in Christ,
I love talking with our young people throughout the diocese. Whether I see them at parishes, schools, or diocesan...
Reverend Leo A. Lynch 1952-2020
The Diocese of Altoona-Johnstown is mourning the passing of one of its priests.
Reverend Leo A. Lynch, a retired priest of the diocese, passed...
A Legacy of Connecting People Through Prayer and Television
By Tony DeGol
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Not many little boys are lucky enough to find a mentor who will still influence them later in life.
David Micik found that...
Parish Musician Exudes Gratitude Despite Devastating Fire
By Tony DeGol
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Even a disastrous fire just days before Christmas has not stopped Anastazia Hall from counting her many blessings.
In mid-December, a blaze ripped...








































