Our Mission and Our Staff
We believe that Jesus Christ came to reveal the fullness of God's love for us, and we continue to celebrate that love through praise, sacraments, service, and community.  Learn about our mission and meet our staff.
Become Active in Parish Life
Our parish offers a wide range of ministry opportunities. Whether you'd like to learn more, pray more, or serve more, we have a ministry for you.
Strengthen Your Spiritual Life
Making an offering of our time, talents, and treasure is an integral part of what it means to be a Christian.  But at the root of everything we do is our relationship with our God.  Use these resources to help strengthen your spiritual life.   

RELIGIOUS EDUCATION SURVEY

ATTENTION RELIGIOUS EDUCATION FAMILIES
All families that have children attending Resurrection Religious Education Program, both private and public schools,  please complete the short survey by clicking here.  We need to collect information that will help us in planning for the fall.
RELIGIOUS EDUCATION REGISTRATION FORM
Please complete the Religious Education Registration by clicking the box below. 
The form must be returned to the office (via the collection basket, mail, or dropped off) no later that Wednesday, August 26.
Our Arise sessions will be different this year. Each group leader will decide what will work best for their group; meetings in person, via zoom, or another method. I will be ordering books soon. Any questions, call Barb Dryzal, 536-3961.

DIOCESAN WEBSITE: UNITED IN FAITH

Proclaim - August 5 - News Alert
August 6 Letter from Bishop Mark
Proclaim - August 13 - School Edition
News & Events
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“For the gifts and the call of God
are irrevocable.” (Romans 11:29)
God has a special mission in mind for each of us. He has given us the gifts we need to accomplish that mission. We are called to be good stewards by using those gifts to do the work that He has planned for each of us. If we deny our gifts or fail to use them as God calls us to use them, then some part of His work will be left undone.

Pray the Liturgy of the Hours

Lectio divina is a form of meditation rooted in liturgical celebration that dates back to early monastic communities. It was a method practiced by monks in their daily encounter with Scripture, both as they prepared for the Eucharist and as they prayed the Liturgy of the Hours.
The Latin phrase “lectio divina” may be translated as “divine reading.”  As one reads and invites the Word to become a transforming lens that brings the events of daily living into focus, one can come to live more deeply and find the presence of God more readily in the events of each day. The method of lectio divina follows four steps:
  • lectio (reading)
  • meditatio (meditation)
  • contemplatio (contemplation)
  • and oratio (prayer)

Use these Lectio Divina guides to meditate, contemplate, and pray.
May the leaders of our world be bathed in sacred light. May all people put down their weapons and look to the heavens for truth. May loving kindness fill their hearts as forgiveness washes over them and humankind becomes one in love.
 
Amen.
THE CATHOLIC MINISTRIES DRIVE, IGNITE YOUR FAITH FOR CHRIST’S MISSION, HAS LAUNCHED THROUGHOUT THE DIOCESE. During Lent and throughout the year, we are challenged to renew our spiritual devotions and duties, and one of those holy duties is to support the Church. This drive focuses on a select group of ministries with emphasis on the poor, families, youth, seminarians. And leadership development of clergy and laity. Please reflect on Bishop Mark’s invitation when it arrives and return your pledge card in the offertory. There will also be a donation card in the Diocese’s new magazine, PROCLAIM, Christ in your Life. All contributions received beyond our parish target amount will be used for Resurrection Church projects. Thank you for supporting these vital ministries with sacrificial gifts of prayer and treasure. 100% of your donation goes directly to these ministries. PLEASE MAKE ALL CHECKS PAYABLE TO AND SEND ALL CATHOLIC MINISTRIES DRIVE CONTRBUTIONS TO RESURRECTION CHURCH.
PRO LIFE VIGIL Every Thursday from 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM we hold a prayer vigil across from the Franklin Street Planned Parenthood facility here in Johnstown. For more information, call Gale at 539-0155.
THE CHURCH, THE ORATORY (with the exceptions noted below), THE SWEET SHOPPE AND THE PARISH OFFICE ARE CLOSED TO THE PUBLIC UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE. To speak to someone from the Parish Office, please call 814-539-5788. Joann Fyock, Parish Manager, will be available Monday and Wednesday, 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM and MaryBeth Konieczny, Parish Secretary, will be available Tuesday and Thursday, 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM.
 
​REMINDER: The deadline for bulletin submissions is WEDNESDAY AT 9:00 AM NO EXCEPTIONS! Bulletin announcements will remain in the bulletin for up to three weeks. If you have something that you want published in the bulletin or if you have an event for the  Parish Calendar please email all items to resurrectionparishbulletin@gmail.com.
THE ORATORY will be OPEN to the public on MONDAYS AND FRIDAYS from Noon until 1:00 PM for recitation of the ROSARY beginning on Monday, July 13. Please remember to wear your masks if attending. We will also practice social distancing. A schedule of Rosary Leaders is as follows:
Monday                                                                                                Friday
Aug. 3  - Nancy Fesko                                                                   Aug. 7 - Chris Rebar
Aug. 10 - Judy Rozich                                                                  Aug. 14 - Jim and Nina Kopriva
Aug. 17 - Phil Skala                                                                        Aug. 21 - Diane Ashbridge
Aug. 24 - Fran Findley                                                                  Aug. 28 - Janet Yuras
Aug. 31 - Deacon Sam                                                                  Sept. 4 - Pat Barrett
  • ​IN KEEPING WITH BISHOP MARK’S COVID-19 DIRECTIVES, THE ORATORY (with the above exceptions), THE SWEET SHOPPE AND THE PARISH OFFICE ARE CLOSED TO THE PUBLIC UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE.  To speak to someone from the Parish Office, please call 814-539-5788.   
  • THE SWEET SHOPPE (539-6502): You have heard of “Christmas in July” how about “Easter in August.” Candy and supplies will be sold at discounted prices, 10% to 50% off. We will be open August 17, 19-20 from 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM and Tuesday, August 18 from Noon until 5:00 PM.  Closed Friday.  You must wear face masks and practice social distancing.
  • THE PARISH BULLETIN will continue to be available on the Parish website resurrectionparishjohnstown.com there are also limited copies available in the Church.
  • OFFERTORY ENVELOPES can be mailed or dropped in the mailbox at the Parish Office. There is also a way to give online. Simply go to www.dioceseaj.org/giving and click the donate now button. There you will see another button to donate to your parish. This will assist us in being able to continue paying our bills!  MANY THANKS to all the parishioners who have faithfully and continually given their offertory envelopes.
  • LABOR DAY SPECIAL: Thank you for helping to sell the Labor Day Special Tickets.  If you still have tickets out please return your stubs and money as soon as possible.  If you are having difficulty selling any of your tickets, please contact Chris Falduto                         at 535-1054.​
  • THE PARISH COUNCIL will meet on Tue., Aug. 25 at 6:30 PM in the Oratory Hall.  Parishioners are welcome.  We will ensure everyone’s safety by social distancing. 
PARENTS and GUARDIANS
We are all aware this year has given us many challenges. Looking ahead to the fall, Religious Education will be beginning again. We realize you have had many discussions with regard to masks, social distancing and other concerns. Many of those same concerns are going to be part of our religious education program. We realize that we may be under restrictions beyond our control. Plans for this year for K-8, we will be using a family-based approach that can work smoothly if we are interrupted again. We will meet on a monthly basis and instruct parents on that month’s lesson.  Our grades 9-11 young people will be using a text/video series. They will also meet on a monthly basis. Registration will be $20 per child, which will basically cover the cost of the new books. Registration Forms can be found on the Resurrection Parish website or at the Parish Office. Please fill out the registration form & return to the Parish office or in the collection by August 26.  Please register as soon as possible.  
2020-2021 Religious Education Registration Form
Please complete the Religious Education Registration by clicking the box below. 
The form must be returned to the office (via the collection basket, mail, or dropped off) no later that Wednesday, August 26.
THE SWEET SHOPPE
539-6502
Currently Closed
 You have heard of “Christmas in July” how about “Easter in August.”
Candy and supplies will be sold at discounted prices, 10% to 50% off.
We will be open August 17, 19-21, 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM
​and Tuesday, August 18 from Noon until 5:00 PM.
​Closed Friday.
You must wear face masks and practice social distancing.
The Sweet Shoppe is now opened year-round.
  • OUTDOOR MASS will be celebrated at Holy Cross Cemetery in Jerome each Sunday evening at 6:00 PM beginning June 28 and concluding on September 6. Holy Cross Cemetery is located right off Route 219 (when exiting the Jerome exit of Route 219, make a right onto Route 601, make another right onto Maple Springs Road (right across from Dollar General Store), go around a sharp turn. The cemetery is straight ahead on your left just after Maple Spring Church of the Brethren). In case of inclement weather, Mass will be celebrated at St. Anne Church in Davidsville. The Mass is a collaborative effort between the parishes in Central City, Boswell and Davidsville. Any offertory envelopes received will be sent to their respective parish of origin. All are welcome.
  • PET FOOD COLLECTION: St. Clement Parish is starting to collect cat and dog food and treats in conjunction with their community Food Pantry.  Please consider donating to this worthwhile cause.  Dry goods or monetary donations  (to purchase pet food) will be accepted at the rectory office to help better care for the furry members of families.  Any questions, or for donation pick-up, please call Ruth Morello at 255-1399 or 242-4171.  Thank you in advance for your generosity and support
  • THE FRIAR’S NOOK GIFT SHOP: Christmas in July is upon us! At The Friar’s Nook Gift Shop, all clearance items are 75% off through August 1st! Also, the shop is still stocked up for all of your sacrament needs! The shop will continue to have modified hours through Labor Day which are Fridays and Saturdays, 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM, and is located on the campus of St. Bernardine Monastery at 793 Monastery Road, Hollidaysburg. Questions, please call 814-695-3802. Face coverings must be worn for gift shop entry.
  • GOLF OUTING: High Fives Nonprofit Foundation is sponsoring their 3rd annual Push ForeWard Golf Fundraiser on Saturday, September 12 at Windber Country Club continuing their mission and goal of “paying it forward” for those who have suffered life-altering injuries. Registration/lunch begins at 11:00 AM followed by 1:00 PM shotgun 4-man scramble (rain or shine.) Dinner and prizes will be at 6:00 PM. High Fives has proudly raised over $80,000 since 2018 and with your support, are eager to continue to donate to these individuals to help with adaptive equipment and home modifications. To register or for more information please contact Hillary Romano at pushforward@gmail.com or 814-244-2926.
  • ANNUAL WEDDING ANNIVERSARY LITURGY: Bishop Mark Bartchak and the Family Life Office cordially invite all couples celebrating 1, 5, 10, 25, 40, 50, 55, and 60+ Wedding Anniversary in 2020 (and their families) to attend the Annual Wedding Anniversary Liturgy. Couples may attend Sunday, Sept. 13 in Altoona at the Cathedral of the Blessed Sacrament or Sunday, Sept. 20 in Johnstown at St. John Gualbert Cathedral. Both locations are handicap accessible. Both liturgies begin at 2:00 PM. Refreshments/snacks will be available after the Mass for anniversary couples and their families. Reservations must be made through your parish by August 19.
  • ST. CLEMENT CHURCH is holding a "Show Us Your Ride" Virtual Car Cruise @ carcruise.stclementjohnstown.org.  If you would like to participate, please e-mail your name, a description, and 1-3 pictures of your car or motorcycle to:  stclementchurch@atlanticbb.net.  You may also include a short preferred "Title" for your listing and a short 1-2 minute video.  If you are trying to sell your vehicle, please include your contact information.  Each entry will have a chance to win a $50 Sheetz Gift Card!  Drawing will be held on Friday, September 11.  T-shirts to commemorate this year's cruise are available on the website for a $10 donation.  If you have any questions, please call Suzie at 255-4422.
THE GABRIEL PROJECT PRO-LIFE MINISTRY urgently needs donations of diapers, unscented wipes, baby wash, baby lotion, baby bottles, or new/lightly used baby clothing. Please call Gale at 539-0155 for pick up of items.
THE CAMBRIA CITY MISSION, on Broad St. is collecting items for the homeless and less fortunate in our city. They are in need of: wash cloths, hand towels, tooth paste, tooth brushes, bar soap, shampoo and deodorant. Please place items in container on counter in the back of the church or take to the Parish Center. Thank you, Pat Meagher, 536-8551.
THE LIONS CLUB collects used eyeglasses for the needy in our area. If you happen to have an old pair of eyeglasses please consider donating them. There is a collection box in the back of the church.
BELLS OF CASIMIR MEMORIALS - We thank everyone who has commemorated their loved ones and families with a Bell ringing. The Bells have become a special part of our neighborhood. If you are interested in having a memorial, please visit stellajohnstown.com/bells-casimir-cultural-center/ to download a memorial request form or complete the on-line request. You may also stop by Cambria City Flowers during business hours to request a memorial. *Special holidays such as Christmas Eve, Christmas Day and St. Patrick's Day are available. 
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IT IS TIME TO ARISE TOGETHER IN CHRIST!

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Resurrection Catholic Church
324 Chestnut Street
Johnstown, PA 15906
814-539-5788

Weekend Mass Times
Saturday Vigil: 4:00pm
Sunday: 8:00am, 10:30am