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Deacon John Szwarc 1942-2019
Deacon John J. Szwarc, of Altoona, passed away after an extended illness on July 2, 2019.
He was born in 1942 son of the late...
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...
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Mount Aloysius Recognized as College of Distinction
Once again, Mount Aloysius College was notified that it earned recognized as a “College of Distinction” for the 2019-2020 academic year. In addition, the...
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
Rejoicing in the Lord Always, Even in the Face of Many Earthly Problems, Evils...
By Father Rich Tomkosky
Are we a people of joy and anticipation, or are we depressed and gloomy most of the time? Joy is a...
Graduation Means Discerning Big Decisions Ahead
Father Rick Malloy, SJ Catholic News Service
Mimi is a senior at Holy Cross High School. Several of her friends seem so sure about their...
The Catholic View of Death
By Father Rich Tomkosky
“If Christ was not raised (from the dead), your faith is worthless. You are still in your sins, and those who...
Navigating the Digital World as a Parent
Column by Andre McCarville
“I’m pretty sure my kid is doing ok. They don’t seem to get into trouble. They just kind of sit up...
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...
SPIRITUALITY
Family Festival to Celebrate Padre Pio in Picturesque Parish Setting
By Tony DeGol
Proclaim!
Altoona-Johnstown is blessed by the presence and service of the Capuchin Franciscans, and that religious community is blessing the faithful of the...