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Bishop Mark has instructed clergy in the Diocese of Altoona-Johnstown to not make any changes following the latest restrictions announced today (July 15) by...

By Justin Kirkland Proclaim! As Catholics, there is no better way to celebrate and experience God’s presence with us then in the Holy Sacrifice of the...

After consultation with the Deans, the Vicar General, and Public Health Advisors, Bishop Mark has issued the following update in response to the lifting...

Three related people who recently attended Mass at a Cambria County parish have tested positive for COVID-19. The individuals were present at the 10:00 a.m....

To Everyone in the Diocese of Altoona-Johnstown Concerning New Liturgical Norms Issued by Pope Francis July 20, 2021 On Friday, July 16, 2021, Pope Francis issued the...

By Tony DeGol Proclaim! Six priests of the Diocese of Altoona-Johnstown are marking the 60th anniversary of their ordination this month. Reverend Sylvester J. Bendzella, 86, is...

Out of an abundance of caution, two priests at an Altoona parish have begun a 14 day quarantine after exposure to an individual who...

An individual who recently attended Mass at a Blair County parish has tested positive for COVID-19. The person attended the 5:00 p.m. Mass on November...

By Tony DeGol Proclaim! “Welcome to the new world order of ordination to the diaconate,” Bishop Mark said to a group of mask-wearing guests at the...

A religious community priest in the Diocese of Altoona-Johnstown has tested positive for COVID-19. As a result, Masses at a Johnstown parish will not...