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.   

Contact Information

Phone: 814-539-5788          Fax:      814-539-8845
email: resurrectionparishbulletin@gmail.com
web site:  resurrectionparishjohnstown.com

Mass for the Presentation of the Lord (Candlemas) will be celebrated on Wednesday, February 2 at 6:30 PM at Resurrection Church. You may bring any candles you wish to have blessed to Mass. The traditional box of two candles for devotional use will also be available. There will NOT be 8:00 AM Mass on this day. 
BLESSING OF THROATS: Mass will be celebrated on Thursday,  February 3 at 6:30 PM at Resurrection Church. Throats with be individually blessed in honor of St. Blaise following this Mass. There will NOT be 8:00 AM Mass on this day.
EUCHARISTIC ADORATION is held at Resurrection Church on the first Friday of every month, from 6:30 PM to 7:30 PM. This Holy Hour will consist of Exposition, proclamation of a Gospel reading, short homily, the Litany of the Holy Eucharist will be chanted and followed by silent prayer.  The Holy Hour will conclude with Benediction of the Most Blessed Sacrament. Please join us on Fri., February 4 at 6:30 PM in Resurrection Church for the next Eucharistic Adoration.

EXPOSITION AND BENEDICTION is held the second Monday of each month after the 6:30 PM Mass at St. Clare of Assisi Church. All  are welcome on Monday, February 14 to attend this Liturgy.

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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.

The Cause for Canonization
​of Demetrius Gallitzin

Recorded and Livestreamed Masses
from Resurrection Parish
Embracing Stewardship as a way of life helps us to find and fulfill the unique mission that God has in mind for each one of us. Stewardship helps us to continuously evaluate all areas of our daily life so that we can become aware of the specific gifts God has given us. As baptized Christians, once we have been awakened to the particular and unique ways in which God has blessed us, we can set about putting those gifts to the best possible use for the advancement of His kingdom, as often as we are called to use them.
 
Ask yourself: Do the Time, Talent and Treasure God has given me align with the mission in the individual circumstances of my life right now?  What is the real measuring stick in each of these areas? It is not the number of rosaries I pray or the number of ministries I am involved in, or the amount of money I give in the weekly offering. The measure is the love that we put into the Time, Talent, and Treasure we offer Him in grateful return. “Love never fails” (1 Cor 12: 8). Only when time, abilities and finances are shared with an attitude of gratitude founded in the love of Jesus, can that sharing be seen as Christian stewardship.

(Stewardship Reflection, Catholic Stewardship Consultants, Inc. 2022/01/4) 
Almighty God, our Rock and our Salvation, we beg you to pour out your Holy Spirit upon our nation. Heal the divisions that separate us and remove all obstacles to authentic unity.

May you guide this great country of ours and lead our citizens to embrace one another as neighbors and fellow countrymen, created in your own image and likeness.  Give us a fresh opportunity for renewal and true solidarity for the common good of our homeland.
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May we return to our true identity as people of faith and charity. Help us to always remain One Nation, Under God, Indivisible, with Liberty and Justice for all. Amen.
 To speak to someone from the Resurrection Parish Office,
please call 814-539-5788
 MaryBeth Konieczny, Parish Secretary, will be available
​ Monday through Thursday,
9:00 AM to 3:00 PM
and
Rose Eckenrod, Financial Secretary will be available
Tuesdays and Thursdays
9:00 AM - 3:00 PM

 To speak to someone from the St. Clare of Assisi Parish Office,
please call 814-535-1133
Rose Eckenrod, Parish Secretary & Financial Secretary will be available
Mondays and Wednesdays
9:00 AM - 2:30 PM
Mary Rita Eckenrod, Parish Secretary will be available
​ Tuesdays and Thursdays
9:00 AM - Noon
​
​BULLETIN DEADLINE: The deadline for bulletin submissions is WEDNESDAY AT 9:00 AM. Bulletin announcements will remain in the bulletin for up to two weeks. If you have something that you want published in the bulletin please email all items to resurrectionparishbulletin@gmail.com
or
stclareofassisi@atlanticbb.net
​ or call either Parish Office during regular business hours. 

PLEASE REMEMBER THAT DURING INCLEMENT WEATHER, Both Parishes will follow the Johnstown School District’s and/or Bishop McCort’s schedule. If there is a two hour delay, the Parish Offices will open two hours late (11:00 AM), and all meetings/activities will take place. If school is closed or has a virtual/remote learning day the Parish Offices will be closed and all meetings/activities will be cancelled. If there is an unscheduled early dismissal the Parish Offices will close early and all 
ALL ARE WELCOME in praying the Rosary on Mon. and Fri., at 12:00 PM at the Resurrection Oratory.         
                                                                                                               Jan 28 - Jim and Nina Kopriva
Jan. 31 - Phil Skala                                                                      Feb. 4 - Diane Ashbridge
Feb. 7 - Fran Findley                                                                  Feb. 11 - Janet Yuras
Feb. 14 - Deacon Sam                                                               Feb. 18 - Pat Barrett        
Feb. 21 - Nancy Fesko                                                              Feb. 25 - Chris Rebar
Feb. 28 - Judy Rozich                                                                Mar. 4 - Jim and Nina Kopriva              
  • PLEASE REMEMBER THAT DURING INCLEMENT WEATHER, Both Parishes will follow the Johnstown School District’s and/or Bishop McCort’s schedule. If there is a two hour delay, the Parish Offices will open two hours late (11:00 AM), and all meetings/activities will take place. If school is closed or has a virtual/remote learning day the Parish Offices will be closed and all meetings/activities will be cancelled. If there is an unscheduled early dismissal the Parish Offices will close early and all meetings/activities will be cancelled. Please note, scheduled Mass WILL BE celebrated regardless.
  • THE SWEET SHOPPE (539-6502)  Looking for a special gift for your Sweetheart? The Sweet Shoppe can help you. Come and browse our Valentine selections or place a Valentine Order. Please see our Valentine’s Day Candy Order Form in this week's bulletin and it will be listed below next week. Valentine Candy orders are due in to The Sweet Shoppe by February 7. February Hours: Monday thru Thursday 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM; Friday 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM; Saturday 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM. Closed Sunday.   
  • RESURRECTION PARISH COLLECTION COUNTERS: Group 2 volunteers are scheduled to count the collection on Monday, January 31. Thank you to all who help!
  •  PLEASE SAVE YOUR ALUMINUM CANS AND SCRAP METAL (Pick up can be arranged). 
  • $5.00 ST. PATRICK DAY SPECIAL tickets are currently on sale. They can be purchased at Masses and can be picked up at the Parish Center, The Sweet Shoppe, Symon's Auto Wash, Remmco Plumbing or by calling Chris Falduto at 814/535-1054.  
  • THE LADIES DISCUSSION of the movie “Wild Goose” will begin at 3:30 PM on Sunday, January 30 at Oratory Hall. ALL ARE WELCOME. There will be popcorn, of course! Carol Pisula will lead the group. 
  • THE MEN’S DISSCUSSION GROUP will meet on Sunday, January 30 at 3:30 PM in the Oratory The Creed by Bishop Barron will be discussed. All are welcome.
​Kidney disease affects an estimated 37 million people in the U.S. (15% of the adult population; more than 1 in 7 adults). Dialysis is the most common treatment for severe kidney failure. You may need to go on dialysis if you have lost 85 to 90% of your kidney function. Some people stay on dialysis for the rest of their lives or until they can get a kidney transplant. This is the reality for Resurrection Parishioner, Kathy Feathers, who has been on Kidney Dialysis for the past fourteen years. She is in need of a living kidney donor. Deciding to donate one of your kidneys is a very big decision. If you would like to see if you could potentially be a match to donate for Kathy please call Susan at Allegheny General Hospital, Pittsburgh at 412-359-4579.

CELEBRATE YOUR COMMUNITY

January 30 - February 5

AS WE CELEBRATE CATHOLIC SCHOOLS WEEK you may be asking yourself, why choose a Catholic Education for my children? There are many reasons … choosing to educate in a faith-based environment where daily prayer is embraced, small class sizes in a welcoming atmosphere with dedicated instructors who go beyond the norm for their students are just a few. Give your child the opportunity that will last a lifetime, schedule a tour today by calling Divine Mercy Catholic Academy (814) 961-3622, St. Peters Catholic School (814) 445-6662 or Bishop McCort Catholic High School (814) 536-8991. For something to believe in, choose Catholic education!
The theme for Monday, January 31st is “Celebrate Your Community”. Divine Mercy Catholic Academy has chosen to represent some proud alumni of our Catholic school community. If you graduated from an area parochial school and have pursued something that you are passionate about or are proud of please let us know! Please email the following info to lovette.casey@dmcatholic.org by January 28: Name; Parochial School with graduation year; Any other info such as: post-secondary education, awards, accomplishments, job opportunities, etc.; A favorite memory from your parochial school;  a current photo of yourself in your field or a photo of you from your parochial school days. Spotlights will be featured on D.M.C.A. social media..
O Christ, our Teacher, You invite Your faithful people to make disciples in Your name and to announce good news to the poor.  We thank You for the gift of Catholic schools, where the message of Your life, death, and resurrection is proclaimed, Christian community is experienced, service to our brothers and sisters is modeled, and worship of You is cultivated. Increase our zeal for ensuring that all children and families can benefit from a high quality Catholic education, and that Catholic schools grow in their ability to nurture the soul of our nation. We ask this through the intercession of Our Lady, Mother of Catholic Schools.  Amen.
INSTRUMENT DRIVE
Divine Mercy Catholic Academy & Bishop McCort High School
are looking for donations of musical instruments!
When? Anytime
Where?
Donations can be dropped off at the East or West DMCA campuses or the Bishop McCort main office. DONATIONS SOUGHT AFTER
guitars/ukuleles, electronic keyboards, brass instruments, woodwind instruments,
percussion instruments, violins, violas, cellos, string bass,  accessories like cases, mouthpieces, etc.
​ Please Contact: Mrs. Swackhamer or Mr. Shawley with any questions at: swackhamer.gabrielle@dmcatholic.org
shawley.cory@dmcatholic.org
Just think, your donation might open the world of music to a student
who otherwise may not have had the opportunity to explore it.
​The Sewing Ministry invites any parishioner who has a loved one who is ill or suffering in any way and is in need of comfort to take a blessed blanket to them.  Many hours of prayer went into making these hand-made articles (there is no fee).  Blankets are available at both Parish Offices.
ALL ARE WELCOME TO A SWEETHEART BREAKFAST
​Sunday, February 13
 after 8 AM and 10:30 AM Masses at Resurrection Church Hall.
Breakfast will include Pancakes, Scrambled Eggs, Sausage, Toast,
Fruit Cocktail and a beverage (Coffee, Juice or Milk).
The cost is $5.00 per person.
 IT’S A SWEETHEART OF A DEAL! SEE YOU THERE!
ANYONE WISHING TO HAVE THEIR 2021 CONTRIBUTIONS FOR TAXES, PLEASE FILL OUT THE FORM ATTACHED TO THE BUTTON BELOW AND DROP IN THE COLLECTION BASKET OR BRING TO THE PARISH OFFICE.

                        PLEASE KEEP IN YOUR PRAYERS
ALL THOSE WHO ARE SICK,
Frank Filia, Fran Findley, John Hodos, Daniel Miller, Celine Fitzgerald, Mary Lynch,
Joseph Gregorchik, James Piro Jr., Blanche Varmecky, George Trovato, Sandy Wojnaroski,
 Joann Yuhas, Josephine Stumpo,  Sophie Mulvehill, Kay Komar,  Rita Ozog, Ed Wysocki,
Mary Ann Robatin, Dorothy Savering, Sylvia Brisko, Sophie Yesh, Charlotte Fesko,
​ and Mary Ann Corbaci. 

If you know of someone who is sick, in a nursing home or is homebound
and would like to add them to the prayer list
please call MaryBeth at the Parish Office at 539-5788, ext 4.

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  • ​SATURDAY, JANUARY 29 - Grade 9 Baptism Retreat 1:30 PM to 4:30 PM St. Benedict’s School Gym.
  • ​SUNDAY, JANUARY 30 - Religious Education Classes from 9:00 AM to 10:15 AM at  the Parish Center for grades K-8; Oratory Hall for grades 9-10; and the Oratory for grade 11.
  • ​SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 6 - Religious Education Classes from 9:00 AM to 10:15 AM at  the Parish Center for grades K-8; Oratory Hall for grades 9-10; and the Oratory for grade 11.
  • ​SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 13 - Religious Education Classes from 9:00 AM to 10:15 AM at  the Parish Center for grades K-8; Oratory Hall for grades 9-10; and the Oratory for grade 11.
  • SATURDAY, FEBRAURY 19 – 10th Grade Gifts of the Holy Spirit Retreat - 1:30 PM to 4:30 PM at St. Benedict’s School Gym.
  • ​SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 20 - No Classes
  • SUNDAY, FEBRAURY 20 - Confirmation Sessions 9B, 10B and 11C – 8:45 AM to 10:15 AM at the St .John Paul II Building at St. Benedict Church Complex.
  • ​SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 27 - Religious Education Classes from 9:00 AM to 10:15 AM at  the Parish Center for grades K-8; Oratory Hall for grades 9-10; and the Oratory for grade 11.
THE SWEET SHOPPE
539-6502
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Looking for a special gift for your Sweetheart?
The Sweet Shoppe can help you.
Come and browse our Valentine selections
or place a Valentine Order.
Our Valentine’s Day Candy Order will be listed below next week.
Valentine Candy orders are due
in to The Sweet Shoppe by February 7.
February Hours
Mondays thru Thursdays, 9:00 AM until 5:00 PM
Fridays, 9:00 AM until 4:00 PM
and Saturdays from 9:00 AM until 1:00 PM
​​Closed Sundays

Cash and/or Checks only

The Sweet Shoppe is now open year round.​

  • ​​​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 ST. FRANCIS GABRIEL PROJECT is a pro-life ministry which has provided much needed assistance to babies and their families since 2009. Operating from St. Francis Church in Johnstown, we are always in need of gently used baby clothes, grooming products, diapers and wipes. Volunteers are also welcome. Currently we have over fifty registered families. For more information, please contact Gale at 814-539-0155.​​​​ 
  • ST. CLEMENT PARISH SPRING AHEAD CRAFT SHOW CRAFTERS WANTED! Creators of décor items, handcrafted clothing, candles, soaps and other household items are sought for the St. Clement Parish 2022 Spring Ahead Craft Show on Saturday, February 26 from 10 AM to 2 PM and Sunday, February 27 from 11 AM to 4 PM (Setup Friday, February 25 from 4 to 7 PM). Table fee is $50. No direct sellers, please. Hand-crafted items only. For additional information and an application, please email Julie Wagner at ltjwagner@yahoo.com or Marianne Spampinato at mts1304@gmail.com. Registration deadline February 4, 2022. ​​
Calling All Veterans
Military Share Food Distributions
As we start 2022 food costs are rising.
Here is a list of the next six monthly dates for the food distribution in the Johnstown area.
Food can be picked-up from 1:00 to 3:00 pm at
the Hiram G. Andrews Center, 727 Goucher St. Johnstown, PA 15905.
All veterans and military families in need of food are welcome. Please mark your calendars:
January 31
February 24
March 29
April 29
May 26
June 30, 2022
For more information please call 1-844-VLP-VETS
Brigid's Cross Religious and Spiritual Treasures
​Chestnut Street at Sixth Avenue
Hail Glorious Saint Brigid!
Join us for a special evening, Tuesday, February 1st from 4-7pm
as we celebrate the Feast Day of Brigid of Kildare, our patroness!
Over 800 years ago, Saint Brigid’s fire that she herself lit 700 years before,
was extinguished during an invasion of Ireland.
Although the physical flame was gone, her spirit and strength that it represented remained.
We will inaugurate a new tradition by having a Brigid’s Fire, a light in the darkness of midwinter,
from 4-7pm to celebrate the enduring,
strong, generous and faithful spirit of this special woman and Saint.
At the Piazza Maria, we will be burning Christmas greens from this past year,
branches and clippings from the Shrine and Garden of Our Lady of Mariapocs,
old palm and willow from last Easter season and dried herbs that grew around the shop
during the summer months. The ash from the fire will be used as fertilizer at the Shrine
and around the statue of the Stella Immacolata in the Spring.
A celebration of the connection between all of these special places and the cycle of rebirth and renewal.
Everything at the shop associated with Saint Brigid will also be 20% off!
Crosses, jewelry, books, tea and much more!
Stop, have some hot tea and take home a Brigid’s Cross and Prayer to hang and bless your home
as they do throughout Ireland on this special day! Light a candle from the candles lit around the shop
or from Brigid’s Fire at the Piazza and take the light home as a symbol of perseverance and faith!
40daysforlife.com/johnstown
Get directions, all our flyers, sign up for Vigil Hours, and more.
Vigil Sign-ups: It is okay to "just show up" to pray,
but it is helpful in filling vigil spots if you sign up ahead of time.

Please post our flyer, especially at your church:
2020 40 Days for Life Flyer
2020 40 Days for Life Flyer - Half Page

Click on https://vimeo.com/428618087
to see our 40 Days for Life Promotional Video.

Click on https://www.liveaction.org/abortion-pill-kills/
for the Abortion Pill Kills Video from Live Action.

Click on https://www.liveaction.org/ban-chemical-abortions-petition/
to sign the Petition to BAN the abortion pill.

Do not hesitate to call or text me anytime!
Chelsey Miller
(814) 279-6213
jtown40daysforlife@gmail.com
We hope that you are having a wonderful beginning to the new year!  We are happy to announce the 2022 SundayMarket@CambriaCity series! The 2022 schedule is as follows: May 29; June 26; July 31; Aug.; 28; and Oct. 30. We have some exciting things planned for this year…entertainment, additional events at our shops and venues, guided tours, live artist demonstrations…and more!  Some new aspects of the Markets for 2022: First, the times of the market are from 9 AM - 3 PM with setup scheduled from 7 - 8:45 AM or the evening before. *This is a change from previous years. We learned that people begin to come to the Markets at 9 AM and the Markets naturally end around 3 PM. Secondly, There is no September Market date due to EthnicFest* over Labor Day weekend and the middle of our company sponsored trip to Ireland is the last weekend of September. *To also sign-up for the WorldMarket@EthnicFest follow this link:  WorldMarket@EthnicFest 2022 - Stella Johnstown. Last year's WorldMarket was a huge success for everyone! Lastly, We are offering two SundayMarket Vendor Fee options: - Full-service setup/teardown by our staff. Includes tent rental or Self setup/teardown - Both include multiple media advertisements. For more information and to RESERVE your space, follow this link:  SundayMarket@CambriaCity 2022 - Stella Johnstown We have several vendors who have already reserved a space! We hope you join us! We are looking forward to a wonderful 2022! Chad Pysher and Steven Biter, owners, Stella Property Development and Event Production Cambria City Historic District - 15906

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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Johnstown, PA 15906
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