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.   

Resurrection Parish Contact Information

Phone: 814-539-5788   ​  Fax:  814-539-8845
email: resurrectionparishbulletin@gmail.com
web site:  resurrectionparishjohnstown.com
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St. Clare of Assisi Parish Contact Information

Phone: 814-535-1133
email: stclareofassisi@breezeline.net
web site:  webparish.com/aj/clare/​
The next liturgical ministry schedule will begin on June 11 and end on August 28. If you are involved in a ministry and would like to have any of your preferences changed, please notify George Pisula no later than May 18, by phone at 254-1961 or by email at ggpisula@breezeline.net. New ministers are always welcome. All ministers are also reminded that they are invited to volunteer for services at both of the parish churches.

DIOCESAN WEBSITE: UNITED IN FAITH

Pray for peace in Ukraine

Bishop Mark is asking the faithful throughout the Diocese of Altoona-Johnstown to join him in praying for peace in Ukraine as Russian forces invade the Eastern European country.
The Bishop stands united in prayer with Ukrainian Catholics in that troubled part of the world and with the local Ukrainian Catholic population here in Central Pennsylvania. During this difficult time, he is inviting everyone to join him in praying the following ancient prayer.
The Bishop offered the following comments:
“This prayer is a unique part of the spiritual heritage of the Catholic and Orthodox Christians of the Ukraine, dating back to the 10th or 11th century. It is quite similar to the Memorare prayer that most of us learned as children. As we watch the unfolding developments from Ukraine, it is often difficult to process our thoughts and feelings. That’s where a prayer like this can bring calm to our disturbed minds and hearts, and especially to our world.”
The Bishops of the United States are calling for a three-year grassroots revival of devotion and belief in the Real Presence of Jesus in the Eucharist. They believe that God wants to see a movement of Catholics across the United States, healed, converted, formed, and unified by an encounter with Jesus in the Eucharist—and sent out in mission “for the life of the world.”

​These three years will culminate in the first National Eucharistic Congress in the United States in almost fifty years. Almost a hundred thousand Catholics will join together in Indianapolis for a once-in-a-lifetime pilgrimage toward the “source and summit” of our Catholic faith.

Read the Article
The Mystery of the Eucharist
in the Life of the Church
by the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops

Plans for the Altoona-Johnstown Diocese

June 19, 2022
Feast of Corpus Christi
Launch of the Eucharistic Revival

June 19, 2022 - June 11, 2023
Diocesan Year of Eucharistic Revival

June 11, 2023 - July 17, 2024
Parish Year of Eucharistic Revival

July 17 - 21, 2024
National Eucharistic Congress
Indianapolis, Indiana

July 17, 2024 - Pentecost 2025
Year of Going Out on Mission

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Today’s readings contain inspiring but challenging messages for us Christian Stewards. What a succinct description of a stewardship way of life. It sounds so simple, but does not mean easy.  How exactly is Jesus calling us to love? As He, Himself, loved. That is a tall order. Living a life of service and self-sacrifice is not easy because it requires us to continuously fight against our selfish inclinations. And in the midst of living these inevitable challenging moments this way of life entails, we can be assured that the Lord who loves us so much that He died for us established the Eucharist to be our strength and nourishment.
 
As we face the hardships that come with living as Christian stewards, we can rejoice in the wonder of the Resurrection this Easter Season. “This is how you will know that you are my disciples, if you have love for one another” (John 13:35). How can you respond to Jesus this week by giving of your time, talent, and treasure?

(Stewardship Reflection, Catholic Stewardship Consultants, Inc. 2022/04/18
IDEAS BROUGHT FORTH
FROM
OUR FAITH-SHARING GROUPS
FOR
THE SYNOD ON SYNODALITY
In an attempt to gather information for the upcoming Synod on Synodality, the parishioners of Resurrection Parish and St. Clare of Assisi Parish had the opportunity to participate in two, distinct, faith-sharing groups.  The groups followed the format laid out by the diocese that contained both scripture and discussion; each group met for three weeks. Father George M. Gulash is pastor of Resurrection Parish and is administrator of St. Clare of Assisi Parish.

The comments listed below are a synopsis of the combined discussions that took place within the group meetings.  The members gave their thoughts of changes that should be considered by the Church to make it a more vibrant Body of the Living Christ.
News & Events

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

SATURDAY, MAY 21

Dear Lord, we pray today for your blessing upon all the men and women of the armed forces who stand ready and willing to serve and defend our country.  Grant them steadfastness of heart, inspire them in the cause of peace, guide their endeavors as they remain loyal to our country and faithful to you.  We ask all this in your name.  Amen
THE 2022 CATHOLIC MINISTRIES DRIVE, FORWARD IN FAITH HAS LAUNCHED THROUGHOUT OUR DIOCESE. SUNDAY IS COMMITMENT SUNDAY. Your sacrificial gifts of prayer and treasure will make an immediate impact on ministries that care for the poor, strengthen family life, nurture our youth, and provide leadership development for clergy and laity. 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.

PLEASE MAIL YOUR CONTRIBUTIONS DIRECTLY TO THE DIOCESE OF ALTOONA/JOHNSTOWN or you may make an online gift at www.dioceseaj.org/giving. 100% of your gift goes directly to these ministries. All gifts received beyond the parish target amount will be used for your parish.
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St. Clare of Assisi Parish  target amount is $11,346.00
Resurrection Parish target amount is $31,818.00

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 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
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​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. 

HAIL, HOLY QUEEN

Our Queen for May! The parishes of Resurrection and St. Clare of Assisi celebrate the month of Mary! The colors of the crown are from the flag of the Ukraine.
Hail, Holy Queen, Mother of Mercy, our life, our sweetness and our hope! To thee do we cry, poor banished children of Eve. To thee do we send up our sighs, mourning and weeping in this valley of tears. Turn, then, O most gracious Advocate, thine eyes of mercy toward us, and after this, our exile, show unto us the blessed fruit of thy womb, Jesus.
ROSARY UPDATE: We will be praying the Rosary on Mondays and Fridays at 12:00 PM in Resurrection Oratory Hall. A schedule of Rosary Leaders is as follows:
Monday                                                                          Friday
                                                                                                        May 13 - Chris Rebar
May 16 - Phil Skala                                                              May 20 - Jim and Nina Kopriva
May 23 - Fran Findley                                                        May 27 - Diane Ashbridge
May 30 - NO ROSARY                                                       June 3 - Janet Yuras
June 6 - Nancy Fesko                                                          June 10 - Pat Barrett
June 13 - Judy Rozich                                                         June 17 - Chris Rebar
June 20 - Phil Skala                                                              June 24 - Jim and Nina Kopriva
June 27 - Fran Findley                                                        July 1 - Diane Ashbridge
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HAPPY 60TH BIRTHDAY
FATHER GEORGE
SUNDAY
MAY 15
  • ​THE SWEET SHOPPE (539-6502)  Hours for week of May 9 thru 13: Monday thru Thursday, 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM; and Friday, 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM.  Closed Saturday and Sunday. Hours for week of May 16 and 17: Monday and Tuesday, 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM. We will be closed Wednesday, May 18 thru Wednesday, May 25.
  •  ​RESURRECTION PARISH COLLECTION COUNTERS: Group 2 volunteers are scheduled to count the collection on Monday, May 16.  Thank you to all who help!
  • PLEASE SAVE YOUR ALUMINUM CANS AND SCRAP METAL (Pick up can be arranged). The proceeds will go to help defray the cost of Resurrection Parish’s upcoming Chicken BBQ’S.
  • A “SIGNATURE” EVENT  for the Ladies of both parishes and their friends (children are welcome) will be held Saturday May 14th from 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM in Resurrection Church Hall. We will dot our i's  and cross our t's.   Bring a snack or dessert to share and we will have an afternoon social. We will send cards to the shut-ins....Come join in. All are welcome. Questions, please call Faith at 814-479-2062.
  • ST. CLARE OF ASSISI APPRECIATION DINNER: St. Clare of Assisi Parish is hosting a dinner for volunteers and workers on May 22 at 1:00 PM in the School Hall. Please call the Parish Office during regular business hours at 814-535-1133 for reservations by May 18.
  • THE LADIES BOOK DISCUSSION GROUP will meet at 6:00 PM on Sunday, June 5 at Oratory Hall. We will be discussing “Facing Your Giants” by Max Lucado. Please join us.
  • THE NEXT LITURGICAL MINISTRIES SCHEDULE will begin on June 11 and end on August 28. If you are involved in a ministry and would like to have any of your preferences changed, please notify George Pisula no later than May 18, by phone at 254-1961 or by email at ggpisula@breezeline.net. New ministers are always welcome. All ministers are also reminded that they are invited to volunteer for services at both of the parish churches.
  • THANK YOU to everyone who generously donated to Birthright during the Lenten collection. May God bless you all.
  • CALLING ALL GOLFERS! SAVE THE DATE!  Resurrection's “Second Annual Fun Day of Golf” will be held August 20, 2022 at Oakbrook Golf Course, Jennerstown, PA.    Golfers, family members or  friends of golfers are welcome to spend a few hours having fun and enjoying the fresh air.  Get a team together or join in as a single golfer – we will place you on a team.  For more information or if you have any questions, please call Pat Barrett (814-532-6567). 
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GOBS, GOBS, GOBS
Resurrection Parish will be making Gobs on Wednesday, May 25 beginning at 9:00 AM
in Resurrection Oratory Hall and could use any time you can spare.
​ Gobs will be sold at the SundayMarket@CambriaCity on Sunday, May 29.
FIRECRACKER SPECIAL TICKETS will go on sale at Masses beginning Sunday, May 15th.  The cost is $10.00 each.  It is based on the 3 digit lottery and we are paying out a total of $5,000.  Please help to support this Parish fundraiser.  Tickets may also be picked up at the Parish Center, The Sweet Shoppe, Symon's Auto Wash and Remmco Plumbing or by calling Chris Falduto at 814/535-1054.   


​STAY TUNED
FOR RESULTS
OF RESURRECTION PARISH'S
​SUMMERFEST MEETING
IN THE WEEKS AHEAD
RESURRECTION PARISHIONERS: There will be several Resurrection Parish Council vacancies starting in June 2022.  The Parish Council is a consultative/advisory body to the Pastor assisting him in all things pertaining to both the spiritual and material welfare of the Parish.  Members of Council must be fully initiated members of the Parish and in good standing.  Each vacancy is for a 3-year term.  The Parish Council meets at least 6 times per year.  If you are interested, or know another parishioner who would be interested, please review the information regarding Parish Council membership in the bulletin or by pressing the button below.  Then complete the Nomination Form and return it to the Parish Office by May 18, 2022. 

WHY PAINTING AND REPAIRS ARE NEEDED

A little bird (ok, it was a drone) flew around the inside of Resurrection church to get a better look at some of the reasons we are needing to repair, replaster and paint! Thank you for your continued financial support to undertake this monumentous task! We received word that we were denied a grant by Sherwin-Williams.
A first step! We have received a proposed computer rendition of the basic colors for the walls and ceiling of the church. The shade of the colors will be “tweaked.” The detailing is not portrayed in the picture. So the columns, blue arch around the sanctuary, capitals and lights around the body of the church are not “changed” in this picture. Again: this is NOT the final rendition simply a starting point.
PLEASE KEEP IN YOUR PRAYER
​ALL THOSE WHO ARE SICK,
Dave Druzak, Jr., Donnie Verbano, Verbine Family and
​ Friends (a family member is detained in Moscow), Vince Falvo,
Rosemary (Piro) Altimore, Patty Hurtack, George Salata, Joseph Barbera, Chico Angello,
Vickie Schmidt, Frank Filia, Fran Findley, John "Scooter" Hodos, Daniel Miller, Mary Lynch,
​Joseph Gregorchik, James Piro Jr., George Trovato, Sandy Wojnaroski, Joann Yuhas,
Josephine Stumpo, Sophie Mulvehill, Kay Komar,  Rita Ozog, Ed Wysocki, Mary Ann Robatin,
Dorothy Savering, Sylvia Brisko,  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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  • ​PLEASE TAKE ADVANTAGE OF THE OPPORTUNITIES SPONSORED BY THE DIOCESE TO STRENGTHEN YOUR FAITH OVER THE SUMMER MONTHS: 
  • CAMP TIMOTHY- June 19-23 - for youth entering grades 10th thru 12th  and the newly graduated. The special activity for this year is caving at Laurel Caverns. and CAMP ZACCHAEUS - July 17-23 - for youth entering grades 4th thru 9th. Both camps will be held at Camp Sequanota in Jennerstown. Registration Forms can be found in the back of the Churches.  Please join us this Summer for fun, faith and friendship!
  • SUNDAY, JULY 10 - 2:00 PM to 5:00 PM - Eucharistic Day - Mass and Eucharistic Procession. All Religious Education Students are invited to participate. Devotions begin at 2:00 PM with Mass celebrated by Bishop Mark at St. John Gualbert Cathedral. Mass will conclude with a Eucharistic Procession through downtown ending in Johnstown’s Central Park. Please contact Chris Babik if interested in participating.
THE SWEET SHOPPE
539-6502
May Hours
Monday thru Thursday, 9:00 AM until 5:00 PM
Fridays, 9:00 AM until 4:00 PM
​​Closed Saturdays and Sundays
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 Hours for weeks of May 15 and May 22
Monday (5/16) and Tuesday (5/17), 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM
We will be closed Wednesday, May 18
 thru Wednesday, May 25
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 We also will be open on Sunday, May 29
from 9:00 AM until 1:00 PM
for SundayMarket@CambriaCity 

Cash and/or Checks only
We also have a  variety of  items​ to celebrate special moments and events
in your life, such as destinations, sporting events,
weddings, showers, and the like.
Give us a call or stop in! 

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.​​​​ ​​
  • THE WEST END FOOD PANTRY is in need of boxed and canned non-perishable food items as well as paper products. Please make sure that your food donation items are not outdated. Please place donations in the back of the churches or take them to the Resurrection Parish Office during regular office hours.
  • DMCA 2ND ANNUAL GOLF TOURNAMENT May 14th Benefits the DMCA PTO and Crushers Kingdom Football Boosters Club. Shotgun start @ noon at Northwinds Peninsula Golf Club - 1772 Peninsula Dr, Central City, PA Phone: 814-244-0565 Sponsorship opportunities available $100 registration includes 18 holes of golf, cart rental, dinner and beverages. ​
  • ST. FRANCIS OF ASSISI PARISH is sponsoring a trip to Sight and Sound.  The show is "David" and the date is August 18.  For more information contact Fran King at 814-536-3667.
  • OBLATES OF ST. BENEDICT: On Monday, May 16, Deacon Michael will facilitate the rite of renewal for Benedictine Oblates beginning at 6:30 PM in St. Benedict Church with Vespers (Evening Prayer), Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament, and the formal renewal rite. All are welcome. Come and join us for this celebration and learn how you can become a Benedictine Oblate and enrich your spiritual life.
  • THE CARMELITE COMMUNITY OF THE WORD SISITERS will hold their Annual Golf Tournament “in person” on Friday, June 3, 2022 at Scotch Valley Country Club.  This year’s tournament will begin at 9:00 AM.  Registration begins at 8:00 AM. A continental breakfast will be provided in the morning, and after your round of golf, a BBQ picnic lunch will be served outdoors, followed by awards and an auction.  Cost is $425 for a foursome; $125 for individual golfers.  If you would like to attend the lunch and auction but not golf, the cost is $15.  Final deadline for Registration is May 25.   To register, or for more information, contact Kelli Murphy at 814-886-4098 or email at communityofficeccw@gmail.com. Come and join us, this event has proven to be a fun day for all!  
  • SUNDAYMARKET@CAMBRIACITY, Sunday, May 29 from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM located at Emerich Place, 512 Chestnut St. Come and browse the various vendor booths featuring Confections, breads, handmade crafts, artists of all mediums (paint, sketch, oil, sculpture, print, photography etc.), prepared food vendors, and food truck vendors.
  • OUTDOOR MASS: All the faithful of the Altoona-Johnstown Diocese are invited to our outdoor Masses every Sunday evening at 7 PM at the beautiful Shrine of Our Lady of the Alleghenies.  The first Mass of the season will be celebrated May 29th! Outdoor Masses will continue through Labor Day weekend- September 4, 2022. Please bring a lawn chair. In the event of inclement weather, the Mass will be celebrated in the Basilica of St. Michael the Archangel. The Chapel House of Father Demetrius Gallitzin is not open for personal tours. However, we will be open for visiting hours this summer. The hours that one may visit the Chapel House are: June 5, June 19, July 17, July 31, August 14, and August 28 from 3:00PM to 6:00PM.
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
May 26
June 30, 2022
For more information please call 1-844-VLP-VETS
After two years of trying to have Cursillo weekends, and being shut down by the pandemic, if the Holy Spirit wills it, we will have Cursillo weekends this spring. Please PRAY that we won't have to postpone again!  The  women's  weekend will be held May 19-22.  What we need you to do is if you have a candidate and their application has not been sent in, get it done soon! 
The Johnstown Area Heritage Association loves these churches so much that we decided they deserve their own tour!  We are thrilled to announce the Churches of Cambria City walking tour! This tour will focus on the church's historic significance, cultural background, traditions, and much more!  Tour dates will be announced in the upcoming months.
2022 SUNDAYMARKET@CAMBRIACITY SERIES 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 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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324 Chestnut Street
Johnstown, PA 15906
814-539-5788

Weekend Mass Times
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St. Clare of Assisi Catholic Church
124 Maple Avenue
Johnstown, PA  15901
814-535-1133


Weekend Mass Time
Saturday:  4:00 PM