Saint Andrew Parish Launches Campaign to Restore Church Bells
By Tony DeGol
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Some people have filed away their memories of elementary school or recall them with little sentimentality.
Tracy Yoder is not one of those...
Parishes Announce Advent Reconciliation Opportunities
By Justin Kirkland
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The Church celebrates Advent as a time that we may prepare our souls for the birth of Christ. Traditionally, before every major...
Diocesan Education Leaders Working Around the Clock to Keep Students Safe
By Tony DeGol
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Behind Jo-Ann Semko’s desk is stenciling that says “Thankful, Grateful, and truly Blessed.”
As a woman of faith and prayer, her belief in...
Zoom Retreats Unite Confirmation Candidates, Sponsors, and Parents
By Tony DeGol
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Pope Francis once said, "The Holy Spirit is a great worker, and He works in us, always."
Appropriately enough, the grace of the...
Bishop Announces Directives for Advent Reconciliation and Christmas Masses
By Tony DeGol
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In most parishes, the first vigil Mass on Christmas Eve usually attracts a ton of people with hardly an empty seat in the...
What Comes After the Election Season?
A Reflection by Bishop Mark
Since Election Day, I have received a few comments and concerns about Catholic Church leaders who have communicated with Joseph...
Bishop’s Appointments & Announcements
Bishop Mark has announced the following appointments:
REVEREND WALTER J. MOLL, Pastor of Saint Patrick Parish in Johnstown, appointed to Senior Priest status, effective November...
Individuals Who Attended Mass at a Cambria County Parish Test Positive...
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....
Bishop’s Appointments & Announcements
Bishop Mark has announced the following appointment:
Deacon Christopher Conner, appointed Administrator of Queen of Peace Parish in Patton, continuing in diaconal service at Saint Bernard...
Family Life Office Announces 2021 Marriage Preparation Series Schedule
The Diocese of Altoona-Johnstown Family Life Office has announced the 2021 Marriage Preparation Series schedule.
The sacramental preparation for marriage is an invitation to couples to...
