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Thursday, January 2, 2025

COVID-19 and Ecumenism: Pandemic Prompts Prayer, Action

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By Cindy Wooden VATICAN CITY (CNS) — The pandemic lockdowns and travel restrictions have had an impact on the Catholic Church’s relationships with other Christian...

Our Lady of Seven Sorrows as Our Example and Intercessor with...

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By Father Rich Tomkosky At first glance it may seem like an odd topic to focus on as we celebrate a New Year, but in...

Christmas Joy and Evangelization By a Letter of Truth and Love

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By Father Rich Tomkosky Did you know according to numerous saints and the very spiritually insightful book, My Conversations with the Poor Souls, more souls...

SCHOOLS

Campus Ministry Keeps Students Rooted in Catholic Faith

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By Tony DeGol Proclaim! When Rachel Hall arrived at Saint Francis University, she did not really engage in the campus ministry scene. As time passed, classes...

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FAMILY LIFE

KEEPING THE FAITH

Proclaim! TV

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Watch Proclaim! every Sunday at 10:30 a.m. on WATM ABC 23 followed by the live broadcast of the Sunday Mass from Saint John Gualbert...

COMMENTARY

Beacon of Hope: Journey of Grace

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Editor’s Note: This is an on-going series spotlighting individual journeys toward initiation in the Catholic Church. This month’s story is from Stewart Van Horn,...

Embracing the Mercy of God Which Flows from the Salvific Death of Jesus

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By Father Rich Tomkosky We need to always remember why Jesus died on the Cross and rose from the dead in His sacred body and...

We Are Family

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Column by Jonathan Nagy As a teacher, I spend a great deal of time planning and preparing lessons, tests, homework, and other classroom-enhancing activities.  While...

Three Virtues to Help Us Grow in the Life of Holiness During Ordinary Time

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By Father Rich Tomkosky We are now in the “ordinary” time of the Church’s liturgical year until February 22nd when Lent begins this year. So...

Denying the Eucharist: Explaining Church Teaching

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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...

SPIRITUALITY

Parish Confirmation Photos

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Congratulations to young people throughout the Diocese of Altoona-Johnstown receiving the Holy Spirit through the Sacrament of Confirmation. Parishes are invited to e-mail photos...

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