DON'T MISS
Perseverance is necessary for prayer, Pope says
By Junno Arocho Esteves
VATICAN CITY (CNS) — Those who overcome distractions or obstacles when praying learn the value of perseverance in times of trial,...
CATHOLIC LIVING
Have We Freely Invited Jesus to Be the True King of...
By Father Rich Tomkosky
This past Sunday was the last Sunday of the Liturgical Year. How appropriate to celebrate Jesus Christ as the King of...
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...
SCHOOLS
COLLEGES
Mount Aloysius Students Deliver “Baskets of Appreciation”
Mount Aloysius College psychology club members delivered "baskets of appreciation" on April 3 to local EMS, police, firefighters and military organizations to show their appreciation with a...
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
Spiritual Encouragement in this Earthly Valley of Tears
By Father Rich Tomkosky
At times in this earthy life, there is a real temptation to give up during many difficulties. Courage or fortitude (spiritual...
A Family’s Journey to the Catholic Church
Editor’s Note: This is the second in a series spotlighting the inspirational stories of individuals and families coming into full communion with the Catholic...
The Prodigal in Each of Us
Column by Father Jonathan Dickson
A couple of weeks ago when I began thinking about this article I happened to be preparing a Sunday homily,...
When Love Seems Quite Impossible
Column by Father Jonathan Dickson
I had the great honor of speaking at this year’s graduation and love seemed like the perfect topic, so I...
Following in the Footsteps
Column by Jonathan Nagy
“It’s amazing how someone you’ve never met before can have such an impact on your life.” – Anonymous
There are many quotes...
SPIRITUALITY
Presepio Featured at Altoona Parish
Submitted by the Very Rev. Frank Scornaienchi, TOR
Pastor of Our Lady of Mount Carmel Parish
Our Lady of Mount Carmel Parish in Altoona is once...