DON'T MISS
Directives for Distribution of Ashes and Fasting/Abstinence
Faithful are invited to Ash Wednesday Masses at parishes throughout the Diocese of Altoona-Johnstown. Click HERE for a schedule of Masses at parishes. This...
CATHOLIC LIVING
Preparing for Christmas in the Company of Mary
By Father Rich Tomkosky
We are in the final hours before celebrating the great mystery of the Incarnation on Christmas day: that the eternal Son...
Keeping the Spirit of Christmas All Yearlong: Become an Ambassador of...
A Message from Cindy O'Connor
The Christmas countdown has begun! Bright lights and shiny decorations are inside and out, bakers are making sweet treats, presents...
SCHOOLS
COLLEGES
Tips for Staying Catholic After College
By Megan Philip Catholic News Service
A few years ago my sister graduated from college and was quickly introduced to the brave new world of...
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
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 Mass/Eucharist as the Source of All Prayer
By Father Rich Tomkosky
In the last few weeks, the Lord has called us to reflect on what it means to be a person of...
COMMENTARY: Vaccines Are Safe
Commentary by Monsignor Renzo Pegoraro
People can be confident that the approved COVID-19 vaccines are safe and ethical and that receiving the vaccine is an...
The True Test of Charity
By Father Rich Tomkosky
Last week we reflected upon some of the more challenging teachings of Jesus, letting go of anger, being pure in both...
God is Never Outdone in Generosity
By Father Rich Tomkosky
For the next five weeks we will be hearing from the Gospel of John chapter 6, which is the definitive teaching...
SPIRITUALITY
Diocese to Celebrate Mary in May
In honor of the Blessed Mother throughout the month of May, the Diocese of Altoona-Johnstown will feature the social media campaign #MaryInMay.
The Office...