CCW Celebrates Haiti Ministry
By Tony DeGol
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“If you think you are too small to have an impact, try going to bed with a mosquito in the room.”
In the...
Record Crowd of Widows and Widowers Gather for Prayer and Support
By Tony DeGol
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Like most widows and widowers, it is hard for Anne Zelnosky to explain her emotions over the past few months.
Richard, her husband...
Bishop’s Night for Vocations Speaker Stresses Vocations Begin at Home
By Tony DeGol
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The annual Bishop’s Night for Vocations puts great focus on the youth and helping them realize their true vocation in life.
This year’s...
Graduation 2019
Masses and Commencement Exercises are planned for the four Catholic high schools in the Diocese of Altoona-Johnstown.
Bishop Guilfoyle Catholic High School
Baccalaureate Mass -- May...
Outdoor Summer Masses to Resume on Memorial Day Weekend
Father John D. Byrnes, Rector, and the Parish Family of Saint Michael the Archangel Basilica, Loretto, invite the faithful to join us each Sunday...
Mandated Reporter Training
The Diocese of Altoona-Johnstown Office of Children and Youth Protection will sponsor Mandatory Reporter Training on June 1. MORE
Some Thoughts Concerning New Norms Issued by Pope Francis for Sexual...
By The Most Rev. Mark L. Bartchak
Bishop of Altoona-Johnstown
This past Friday, May 10, 2019, Pope Francis issued new rules for reporting abuse of minors...
Six Diocesan Priests Mark 60th Anniversary of Ordination
By Tony DeGol
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Six priests of the Diocese of Altoona-Johnstown are marking the 60th anniversary of their ordination this month.
Reverend Sylvester J. Bendzella, 86, is...
Benedictine Marks 65th Anniversary of Ordination
Father Noel H. Rothrauff, O.S.B., a monk of Saint Vincent Archabbey and a native of Wilkinsburg, is celebrating the 65th anniversary of his ordination...
OLV School Family Celebrates the Success of the Jared Box Project
By Tony DeGol
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Acts of love can come in forms such as a prayer, a hug, or a kind word.
Once again this year, the Our...