DON'T MISS
Pope to Celebrate Early Mass December 24 Because of COVID-19 Curfew
By Cindy Wooden
VATICAN CITY (CNS) — Pope Francis will celebrate the Vatican’s traditional Christmas “Mass during the Night” Dec. 24, but will begin the...
CATHOLIC LIVING
Our Lady of Seven Sorrows as Our Example and Intercessor with...
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
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
COLLEGES
Guided Walking Live Nativity to Be Held in Loretto
From Saint Francis University
Saint Francis University welcomes the public to attend a Journey to Bethlehem (a guided walking Live Nativity) on Friday, December 6th...
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
The Purification of One’s Heart
By Father Rich Tomkosky
Are our hearts focused on God? Or are they divided? It is a real battle, as Saint Paul says (see Romans...
Keeping the Spirit of Christmas All Yearlong: Become an Ambassador of Hope
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...
Are We Using the Gift of Our Freedom for Good or Evil?
By Father Rich Tomkosky
As a nation last week, we celebrated Independence Day. It’s a nice holiday, but it’s also a good time to reflect...
The Mystery of Faith
By Father Rich Tomkosky
At every Mass, the priest says after the consecration, "The Mystery of Faith," and then we proclaim our faith in the...
What Will Christmas Be Like?
Column by Andre McCarville
Christmas is coming! In years past, that statement held great joy for many people who saw it as the one bright...
SPIRITUALITY
Virtual Date Night Series for Married Couples in Altoona-Johnstown
Date nights at a restaurant or a movie theater are out of the question right now for married couples, so how about an even...