DON'T MISS
Priest Thankful for Prayerful Support During His Long COVID-19 Battle
By Tony DeGol
Proclaim!
A senior priest of the Diocese of Altoona-Johnstown is expressing gratitude for the prayers and well-wishes he received during his extensive battle...
CATHOLIC LIVING
Rooting for the Church
Column by Jonathan Nagy
There are few experiences in life that compare to a Penn State home football game Saturday. A crisp, sunny Autumn morning...
Reflecting on the End of Our Earthly Life
By Father Rich Tomkosky
We are in the last two weeks of the Liturgical year. The readings should cause us to reflect carefully on the...
SCHOOLS
COLLEGES
Campus Ministry Keeps Students Rooted in Catholic Faith
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...
FAMILY LIFE
KEEPING THE FAITH
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COMMENTARY
CHURCH TEACHING W/ BISHOP MARK: Self-Serve Communion?
By Bishop Mark Bartchak
It seems pretty clever to think that individually packaged servings of bread and wine would be perfect during the current pandemic....
Living Christmas as a Family
Column by Andre McCarville
We often get upset about people saying "Happy Holidays" instead of "Merry Christmas." We want the world to recognize what it...
The Catechetical Mission of the Church and Family
By Father Rich Tomkosky
With religious education classes underway at parishes throughout the diocese, it is a good time to reflect on the meaning of...
True Catholic Fatherhood/Godly Manhood
By Father Rich Tomkosky
This past Sunday, we celebrated Father's Day. We ask God’s blessings on all fathers, grandfathers and godfathers. We pray especially for...
Begin New Year Embracing Capacity for God
Column by Father Jonathan Dickson
On January 1st, the Church celebrates the Solemnity of Mary, Mother of God. Let me repeat that, “Mother of God.” This...
SPIRITUALITY
Woman Realizes Dream of Becoming Catholic After Three Decade Journey
By Tony DeGol
Proclaim!
A phone call nearly three decades ago began a journey for Tracy Smith that culminated this past summer.
Smith, who was raised in...