News Alert – All Souls Day is Now All Souls Month!?
A Message from Bishop Mark
For most of us, one tradition that does not seem to go out of style is showing respect for the...
Vocation Discernment Opportunity for Young Men
College and young adult men: An opportunity to discern your vocation is being made available via the convenience of Zoom. Every Friday evening at...
Masses Suspended and Office Closed at Portage Parish until Further Notice
The pastor of Holy Family Parish in Portage has suspended Masses and closed the church office until further notice due to staff members and...
Individual Who Attended Mass at a Blair County Parish Tests Positive...
An individual who attended Mass recently at a Blair County parish in the Diocese of Altoona-Johnstown has tested positive for COVID-19.
The person attended the...
What Did Pope Francis Say?
A Message from Bishop Mark
October 23, 2020
What did Pope Francis say? I have been asked that question this week since it has been reported...
Individual Who Attended Mass and Volunteered at a Cambria County...
An individual who attended Mass and volunteered recently at a Cambria County Parish has tested positive for COVID-19.
The person attended the 10:30 a.m. Mass...
Benedictine Priest Placed on Leave from Public Ministry
Reverend Ananias Buccicone, OSB, Pastor of Queen of Peace Parish in Patton, has been placed on leave from public ministry following an accusation of...
Individual who Attended a Mass at a Parish Tests Positive for...
An individual who attended a Mass recently at a parish in the Diocese of Altoona-Johnstown has tested positive for COVID-19.
The person attended a liturgy...
Bishop Blesses Site for Visionary Senior Living Community at Garvey Manor
By Tony DeGol
Proclaim!
After 39 years in their current house, John and Connie Letscher have found a new place to call home.
The Letschers were the...
When the Going Gets Tough
A Message Before Election Day from Bishop Mark
I often hear how many people are feeling angry, anxious, depressed, frightened, or even bewildered these days....