Parishes to Host Nocturnal Adoration
The Altoona-area Nocturnal Adoration Society has announced its schedule of monthly Nocturnal Adoration opportunities in 2024.
Adoration occurs on the first Friday nights of each...
Art of Acting Highlighted in Saint Matthew School Christmas Production
From Saint Matthew School
When the Tyrone Community Players agreed to host a week-long theater workshop last year as part of Saint Matthew School's Artist...
A Plenary Indulgence is Available with Visits to Certain Parishes this...
By Tony DeGol
Proclaim!
Although the welcome mat is out at all parishes in the Diocese of Altoona-Johnstown this Christmas season, there is a special incentive...
Proclaim! TV to Present One Hour Christmas Special
The Diocese of Altoona-Johnstown is once again celebrating the beauty and tradition of Christmas in the local Catholic Church with a one-hour Proclaim! TV...
Christmas Mass Schedules
As always, Bishop Mark Bartchak will celebrate Christmas Masses at both historic diocesan Cathedrals, to which the faithful are invited to attend in person...
Catholics Obligated to Attend Masses for Both Sunday and Christmas This...
Practicing Catholics will be required to go to Mass twice between December 23 and 25 to fulfill two separate obligations.
“Because of how Christmas falls...
Bishop Mark’s Christmas Message
Come, Thou long expected Jesus, born to set Thy people free. From our fears and sins release us, let us find our rest in...
2023 #iGiveCatholic Campaign a Success for Parishes, Catholic Schools
By Tony DeGol
Proclaim!
Three Cambria County parishes each netted more than $20,000 in this year's #iGiveCatholic campaign, which will greatly assist the faith communities in...
BC Lady Huskies Raise Over $1,500 For Birthright of Johnstown
From Bishop Carroll Catholic High School
The Bishop Carroll Lady Huskies recently hosted a “Basketball for Babies” night at their home game against Westmont Hilltop....
Bishop McCort Senior Awarded Full Scholarships to the University of Notre...
From Bishop McCort Catholic High School
Bishop McCort Catholic High School and QuestBridge are proud to announce the results of the 2023 QuestBridge National College...