State College Parishioner Earns Prestigious National Scholarship
From NCCS
The National Catholic Committee on Scouting (NCCS) has awarded Maximilian Clement from State College the $2,000 Emmett J. Doerr Memorial Scout Scholarship.
Clement...
Public Invited to Tour Historic Chapel House This Summer
A summer tradition is returning in Loretto as one of the most historic sites in the Diocese of Altoona-Johnstown will once again be open...
Bishop Carroll Seniors Collect for the Jared Box Project
Each year, the Bishop Carroll Catholic High School Senior AP Politics Class is tasked with creating a project that benefits a community-based organization. This...
Bishop Announces Appointments for Priests from India
Bishop Mark has announced the following appointments for the four priests from India, all members of the religious community Heralds of the Good News,...
Diocese to Welcome National Eucharistic Pilgrims and Host Special Eucharistic Observances
By Tony DeGol
Proclaim!
A unique and historic opportunity for local Catholics to celebrate the True Presence of Jesus Christ in the Eucharist is coming to...
Bishop Welcomes Four Priests from India to Serve in the Diocese
By Tony DeGol
Proclaim!
The Church of Altoona-Johnstown is joyfully greeting four priests from India who have come to the diocese to serve at parishes and...
Lottery Winner Gives Back to His Alma Mater, Bishop Carroll Catholic...
From Bishop Carroll Catholic High School
In January, John (Jack) Fresh purchased a $20 scratch-off lottery ticket on a whim. Much to his surprise, he...
Lent Explained
By the Very Reverend Tom Stabile, TOR, VF
The word, “lent,” means, “springtime.” The Season is about new life, starting over; second chances. Lent is...
Faithful Brave Wintry Weather to Celebrate and Defend Life
By Tony DeGol
Proclaim!
Frigid temperatures, gusty winds, snow, and ice did not deter pro-life forces from the 37th annual Respect Life March at Saint Matthew...
Priests, Colleagues Mourn the Passing of Proclaim! TV Pioneer
By Tony DeGol
Proclaim!
The so-called “TV priest” is being remembered for his devotion to ministry and for pioneering the Diocese of Altoona-Johnstown into the world...