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Friday, November 14, 2025

Sister Ann of the Mother of God, OCD 1927-2019

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Sister Ann of the Mother of God, OCD, was 92 years old when our Lord took her to Himself.  She was born Margaret (Peggy)...

The Mystery of the Ordained Priesthood in Light of the Mysteries...

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By Father Rich Tomkosky The Diocese of Altoona-Johnstown has kicked off "Called by Name," a new initiative to encourage vocations to the ordained priesthood. If...

The Reality of Purgatory

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By Father Rich Tomkosky Earlier this week, we remembered our departed loved ones on All Souls Day. In the Catechism of the Catholic Church, which...

SCHOOLS

Father Paul Taylor, OSB, Named 18th President of Saint Vincent College

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Father Paul R. Taylor, O.S.B., Ph.D., a Benedictine monk and executive vice president, has been named the 18th president of Saint Vincent College, effective...

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FAMILY LIFE

KEEPING THE FAITH

A Legacy of Connecting People Through Prayer and Television

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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...

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COMMENTARY

Beacon of Hope: Journey of Grace

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Editor’s Note: This is an on-going series spotlighting individual journeys toward initiation in the Catholic Church. This month’s story is from Stewart Van Horn,...

The Purification of One’s Heart

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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...

Seton and Gallitzin – Forging a Pathway to Holiness

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Column by Jonathan Nagy Recently, and rather stunningly, a major American media outlet posted on their Facebook page a story about the regulations and requirements...

Outdoor Living

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Column by Cindy O'Connor In the summer we spend more time outdoors than inside our homes. Popular seasonal activities include hiking, biking, swimming, kayaking, fishing...

Lift Us to The Joy Divine!

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Column by Jonathan Nagy Nearly 2000 years ago, on a dark Friday afternoon, all hope seemed to be lost. Jesus Christ had died on a...

SPIRITUALITY

Statue Remains an Important Symbol for Parish and Community

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By Tony DeGol Proclaim! The Blessed Mother is a shining example of faith and perseverance even in the darkest hours. As the community recalled the catastrophic 1889...

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