Bishop Announces Plan for Reopening Churches and Gradually Offering the Sacraments
The following is a message from Bishop Mark to all people of the Diocese of Altoona-Johnstown on May 13, 2020. Specific directives are being...
Johnstown Parishioner Vulnerable to COVID-19 Composes Coronavirus Prayer
By Tony DeGol
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Jack Slezak is among the individuals who could be considered at risk for COVID-19.
In his words, he would have an easier time catching the...
McCort Family Wows Seniors in Recognition Parade
By Tony DeGol
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The game of hockey has taught Cole Bradley a lot.
As a star player at Bishop McCort Catholic High School, he learned the...
Tyrone Family Makes Catholic Faith a Priority While Sheltering in Place
By Tony DeGol
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Board game nights have provided a lot of fun for the Castagnola family as they continue to shelter at home. Keeping the Catholic faith alive...
Parish Hits a High Note with Virtual Choir
By Tony DeGol
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Saint Augustine said those who sing pray twice.
One could only imagine the praise he would heap on a group of musicians at...
Saint John the Evangelist School Continues May Crowning Tradition While Observing...
By Tony DeGol
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Third grader Elizabeth Brezler seems to have wisdom beyond her years when it comes to recognizing the beauty of her school's May...
School Tells Families to Take a Hike! A Virtual Hike, That...
By Tony DeGol
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When someone tells you to take a hike, it is usually not meant as flattery.
For the Our Lady of Victory Catholic School family,...
Bishop Invites Churches to Ring Bells in Honor of Front-Line Workers...
The Diocese of Altoona-Johnstown will participate in an initiative to honor front-line workers and community members.
The Pennsylvania State Mayors’ Association is sponsoring “Bells Across...
Parishioners Grateful for Live-streaming Masses; Pastors Consider Broadcast Options for the...
By Tony DeGol
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For Catherine Serafin, it was like riding a bike.
The 87 year old member of Prince of Peace Parish in Northern Cambria has...
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...
