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A Catholic Schools Week Message from Jo-Ann Semko
When we realize that we are still in the grip of the coronavirus pandemic, one may wonder what there is to celebrate as we...
CATHOLIC LIVING
Being a Christian Disciple = Embracing the Cross
By Father Rich Tomkosky
When we look at Jesus on the Cross what do we think? A great spiritual writer, Father Edward Leen from Ireland,...
The Dynamic of Fear in our Life
By Father Rich Tomkosky
Dealing with fear, anxiety, and craziness in life? I remember as a young priest a few years in, I was dealing...
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Mount Aloysius Nurses Achieve NCLEX Success
From Mount Aloysius College
Mount Aloysius College nursing graduates have again demonstrated their job readiness with outstanding pass rates on the National Council Licensure Exam...
FAMILY LIFE
KEEPING THE FAITH
A Legacy of Connecting People Through Prayer and Television
By Tony DeGol
Proclaim!
Not many little boys are lucky enough to find a mentor who will still influence them later in life.
David Micik found that...
COMMENTARY
Becoming “Living Stones”
Column by Justin Kirkland
Known for its valiant warriors and the strength of its military, the ancient city of Sparta continues to hold mythological status...
You Never Walk Alone
Column by Jonathan Nagy
Graduation season is upon us in the Diocese of Altoona-Johnstown. In all thirteen elementary schools and four high schools, students from...
Denying the Eucharist: Explaining Church Teaching
Column by Justin Kirkland
Recently, as he campaigned through South Carolina, former Vice President Joe Biden was denied Holy Communion during a Sunday Mass. The...
You Make a Difference to Him
Column by Jonathan Nagy
“Some teachers taught the curriculum today. Other teachers taught students. And there is a big difference.” –Anonymous
When I think back nearly...
And So, We Gather…
Column by Father Jonathan Dickson
I have mentioned before that one of the highlights of my week, as a priest, is Thursday morning at Saint...
SPIRITUALITY
Bishop to Join in Renewing Consecration
Bishop Mark will join his brother bishops in the United States and Canada in renewing the consecrations of the two nations to the care...