ARISE Convocation Highlights Mercy and Forgiveness
By Tony DeGol
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Peter Ascosi never left the Catholic Church, but he remembers the period in his life when he was – in his words...
Faithful Share How ARISE is Strengthening Their Faith
Season four of the diocesan renewal initiative ARISE Together in Christ happens during Lent 2020. The theme, New Heart, New Spirit, will explore Reconciliation...
Pope Accepts Archbishop Chaput’s Resignation; Bishop Perez Named Successor
By Catholic News Service
WASHINGTON (CNS) -- Pope Francis has accepted the resignation of Archbishop Charles J. Chaput of Philadelphia and has appointed Bishop Nelson...
Schools Celebrate the Tradition and Success of Catholic Education
By Tony DeGol
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What a difference a few short months can make in the life of young student. Just ask Chloe, a seventh grader at...
Catholic School Alums Reflect on Value of Catholic Education
In celebration of Catholic Schools Week 2020, Diocesan Communications Director Tony DeGol invited various alums of Catholic Schools in the Diocese of Altoona-Johnstown to...
CSW 2020 – Open Houses
In celebration of Catholic Schools Week, various schools are hosting open houses. The following is a schedule of some of the opportunities.
All Saints Catholic...
A Message from Bishop Mark
Dear Brothers and Sisters in Christ,
I love talking with our young people throughout the diocese. Whether I see them at parishes, schools, or diocesan...
Reverend Leo A. Lynch 1952-2020
The Diocese of Altoona-Johnstown is mourning the passing of one of its priests.
Reverend Leo A. Lynch, a retired priest of the diocese, passed...
A Legacy of Connecting People Through Prayer and Television
By Tony DeGol
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Not many little boys are lucky enough to find a mentor who will still influence them later in life.
David Micik found that...
March on the Mountain Planned at SFU
By Tony DeGol
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Saint Francis University will once again sponsor the March on the Mountain on January 22. The event begins with the praying of...