Easter Joy Abounds, Assures Bishop Mark at Baccalaureate Mass
By Tony DeGol
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If you are unable to find joy this Easter, Bishop Mark thinks you could be looking in all the wrong places.
With a...
Youth Urged to Trust More, Worry Less
By Tony DeGol
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Like it or not, moms are always right.
So says Will Smith as he thinks back to some words of wisdom from his...
Bishop’s Directives for the Sacrament of Reconciliation
Beginning Saturday, May 23, 2020, pastors and administrators may resume the regular public celebration of the Sacrament of Penance/Reconciliation with these requirements:
In order...
Parishioners Joyfully Return to Churches for Private Prayer
By Tony DeGol
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Tim Yahner calls himself a brick and mortar man, especially when it comes to his Catholic faith.
Watching Mass on television or praying at...
Four Members of Diocesan Clergy Celebrate Milestone Anniversaries in May
By Tony DeGol
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One diocesan priest and three deacons are celebrating jubilee anniversaries of ordination during this month of May.
Father Francis Balestino, a senior priest,...
A Reflection for the Solemnity of the Ascension
Reflection by Father Jude Brady, OSB
This Thursday we will celebrate the Solemnity of the Ascension. This marks 40 days since the celebration of Jesus’...
Key Reminders as Churches Reopen for Private Prayer
With great joy, parishes in the Diocese of Altoona-Johnstown may reopen church buildings for private prayer beginning on Saturday, May 16. This step marks...
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...
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