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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. |
Diocesan Directives on the Coronavirus - March 17
Letter from the Vicar General to all clergy - March 17
Letter from Sr. Linda LaMagna in regards to ARISE Together in Christ - March 18
Letter from the Vicar General to all clergy - March 20
Bishop Mark Reminds Faithful of Perfect Act of Contrition, Plenary Indulgences During This Time
Bishop Mark's memo concerning the Chrism Mass and the Easter Triduum March 25
Coronavirus Novena
Proclaim Update - March 19
Proclaim Update - March 21
Proclaim Update - March 24
Proclaim Update - March 26
DIOCESAN WEBSITE ON THE CORONAVIRUS
Vatican grants special indulgences to faithful during pandemic, issues new guidance on general absoution...
Vatican: Easter date can not be changed, despite coronavirus
A NOTE FROM FATHER GEORGE
My intention is to keep the Oratory open during normal office hours as we do currently. Also, the church will be open Saturday afternoons from 2:30-3:30 PM Saturdays for private prayer and confessions. As far as staffing, since the main office only has two people and they remain with a distance between them, the will continue to work. Christine Babik works independently and Dan Amrhein is out-and-about. I don't foresee any layoffs.
My intention is to keep the Oratory open during normal office hours as we do currently. Also, the church will be open Saturday afternoons from 2:30-3:30 PM Saturdays for private prayer and confessions. As far as staffing, since the main office only has two people and they remain with a distance between them, the will continue to work. Christine Babik works independently and Dan Amrhein is out-and-about. I don't foresee any layoffs.
Watch the Daily Mass
From Bishop Robert Barron's Chapel
8:15 AM each day
Each Mass is taped and can be viewed at a later time
8:15 AM each day
Each Mass is taped and can be viewed at a later time
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POPE FRANCIS’ PRAYER DURING CORONAVIRUS
O Mary, you shine continuously on our journey as a sign of salvation and hope. We entrust ourselves to you, Health of the Sick. At the foot of the Cross you participated in Jesus’ pain with steadfast faith. You, Salvation of the Roman People, know what we need. We are certain that you will provide, so that,as you did at Cana of Galilee, joy and feasting might return after this moment of trial. Help us, Mother of Divine Love,to conform ourselves to the Father’s will and to do what Jesus tells us: He who took our sufferings upon Himself, and bore our sorrows to bring us, through the Cross, to the joy of the Resurrection. Amen. We seek refuge under your protection, O Holy Mother of God. Do not despise our pleas – we who are put to the test – and deliver us from every danger, O glorious and blessed Virgin. MEMORARE Remember, O most gracious Virgin Mary, that never was it known that anyone who fled to your protection, implored your help, or sought your intercession was left unaided. Inspired with this confidence, I fly unto you, O Virgin of virgins, my Mother. Before you I come, before you I stand, sinful and sorrowful. O Mother of the Word Incarnate, despise not my prayers and petitions, but in your mercy, hear and answer them. Amen. PRAYER TO ST. ROCHUS, PROTECTOR AGAINST PLAGUES O Blessed Saint Rochus, Patron of the sick, have pity on those Who lie upon a bed of suffering. Your power was so great when you were in this world, that by the sign of the Cross, Many were healed of their diseases. Now that you are in heaven, your power is not less. Offer, then, to God our sighs and tears and obtain for us that health we seek Through Christ our Lord. Amen. 
PRAYER FOR THE INTERCESSION OF OUR LADY OF GUADALUPE
Holy Virgin of Guadalupe, Queen of the Angels and Mother of the Americas. We fly to you today as your beloved children. We ask you to intercede for us with your Son, as you did at the wedding in Cana. Pray for us, loving Mother, and gain for our nation and world, and for all our families and loved ones, the protection of your holy angels, that we may be spared the worst of this illness. For those already afflicted, we ask you to obtain the grace of healing and deliverance. Hear the cries of those who are vulnerable and fearful, wipe away their tears and help them to trust. In this time of trial and testing, teach all of us in the Church to love one another and to be patient and kind. Help us to bring the peace of Jesus to our land and to our hearts. We come to you with confidence, knowing that you truly are our compassionate mother, health of the sick and cause of our joy. Shelter us under the mantle of your protection, keep us in the embrace of your arms, help us always to know the love of your Son, Jesus. Amen. 
Lord, We admit that we are afraid. Please ease our fears and feelings of panic. We ask for your protection for our families and communities in this difficult time. We pray for healing for those who are sick. We pray for those who have lost loved ones into death. We pray for medical providers, government leaders and those in positions of authority, give them the knowledge to make decisions in the best interest of the people they serve. Lord God, you are in control of all things and we place our lives into your hands. In the name of the Father, the Son and the Holy Spirit we pray, Amen.
News & Events
“Jesus said to her, ‘Did I not tell you that if you believe you will see the glory of God?” (John 11:40)
Many of us say that we believe in God. We go to church on Sunday. We volunteer for events at our parish. But when life gets hard and the pressure is on, when things aren’t going our way, do we really believe and put our trust in the Lord? When we live a life of gratitude, being thankful for the gifts we have been given, we really do see that God is providing all that we need. It opens our hearts to see God’s active presence in our daily lives. 
Lord, We admit that we are afraid. Please ease our fears and feelings of panic. We ask for your protection for our families and communities in this difficult time. We pray for healing for those who are sick. We pray for those who have lost loved ones into death. We pray for medical providers, government leaders and those in positions of authority, give them the knowledge to make decisions in the best interest of the people they serve. Lord God, you are in control of all things and we place our lives into your hands. In the name of the Father, the Son and the Holy Spirit we pray, Amen.
When this is over, may we never again take for granted
A handshake with a stranger, Full shelves at the store, Conversations with neighbors, A crowded theatre, Friday night out, The taste of Communion, A routine checkup, The school rush each morning, Coffee with a friend, The stadium roaring, Each deep breath, A boring Tuesday, When this ends, may we find that we have become more like the people we wanted to be, we were called to be, we hoped to be, And may we stay that way - Better for each other because of the worst. - Laura Kelly Fanucci 
Link to CRS Rice Bowl Web SiteCRS RICE BOWL COLLECTION is a program that allows us the opportunity to help those less fortunate. May these forty days better prepare us to encounter ourselves, our neighbors and our God. Rice Bowls are available in the back of the Church.
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:
Use these Lectio Divina guides to meditate, contemplate, and pray. 
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.
OFFICE HOURS: The Resurrection Parish Office will be open Monday thru Thursday, 9:00 AM until 4:00 PM. We will now be closed every Friday.
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. CAN RECYCLING: As we continue our can recycling collection for charitable organizations, please be advised that the recycling center is no longer accepting tin cans, ONLY ALUMINUM. Thank you for saving all your aluminum cans for charity.
THE SWEET SHOPPE
539-6502 Responding to the mandate that all non-essential businesses are to be closed, the Sweet Shoppe is closed. We will continue to take candy orders by way of telephone, fax (814-539-8845) or "snail mail" and will fill them. Order forms may also be dropped off at the mailbox located outside Resurrection Office Building (408 - 8th Street). Please, DO NOT use FB messenger to place orders! Times for pick-up will be arranged. Thank you for your understanding and cooperation in keeping those weakest among us safe!
We also have a variety of items to celebrate special moments
and events in your life (destinations, sporting events, etc.) You can also order specialty items for Weddings, Showers, etc. Give us a call! The Sweet Shoppe is now opened year-round.
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.
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 |
