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/​
VIGIL MASSES FOR SUNDAY
Saturday:  4:00 PM - St. Clare of Assisi Church

SUNDAY MASSES
8:00 AM and 10:30 AM - Resurrection Church

WEEKDAY MASSES
Monday:  6:30 PM - St. Clare of Assisi Church
Tuesday:  8:00 AM - Resurrection Church
Wednesday: 8:00 AM - Resurrection Church
Thursday:  No Mass
Friday:  8:00 AM - Resurrection Church

RECONCILIATION
Saturday:  2:30 - 3:00 PM at Resurrection Church
Saturday: 3:30 - 4:00 PM at St. Clare of Assisi Church
or by appointment

WEEKLY ROSARY
Mondays and Fridays at noon at the Resurrection Parish's Oratory

EUCHARISTIC ADORATION
The first Friday of each month at 6:30 PM - Resurrection Church
After the 6:30 PM Mass on the second Monday of each month - St. Clare of Assisi Church

 RESURRECTION CHURCH'S  SANCTUARY LIGHT INTENTION:
Birthday remembrance of Frank P. Sojak by wife, Mary Ann and family

 RESURRECTION'S ORATORY SANCTUARY LIGHT INTENTION:
For Julia Skala by friends
  
ST. CLARE OF ASSISI CHURCH'S SANCTUARY LIGHT INTENTION:
For the people of the parish
  
CHECK THE BULLETIN  FOR ANY EXCEPTIONS TO THE ABOVE SCHEDULE

DIOCESAN WEBSITE: UNITED IN FAITH

News & Events

Pray for peace in Ukraine

     In celebration of the Eucharistic Revival happening in the Catholic Church in America, the Diocese of Altoona-Johnstown will present another engaging workshop in its popular Beginning Again series.
     Three priests will once again headline the gathering.

  • Monsignor Stanley Carson, Administrator of the Cathedral of the Blessed Sacrament and Our Lady of Fatima Parishes in Altoona, will speak on “Presence: Stay with Me Lord.”
  • “Roots of Renewal” will be the theme addressed by Father John Slovikovski, Pastor of Visitation of the Blessed Virgin Mary Parish in Johnstown.
  • Father Aron Maghsoudi, Pastor of Our Lady Queen of Angels Parish in Central City and Holy Family Parish in Hooversville and Administrator of All Saints Parish in Boswell, is covering the topic “The Eucharist Forming Us as A Community.”

The workshop will be held on October 14 from 9:00-11:30 a.m. at Father Kelley Hall at Saint Therese of the Child Jesus Parish in Altoona.  The cost is $10 per person.​

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EUCHARISTIC ADORATION will be held on First Friday, October 6 from 6:30 to 7:30 PM at Resurrection church. All are welcome.  

 
 
EXPOSITION AND BENEDICTION is held the second Monday of each month after the 6:30 PM Mass at St. Clare of Assisi Church.  The next adoration will take place on Monday, October 9.
 

 

Early last year, parishes and other groups throughout the world were invited to participate in the synodal process by the Holy Father.  Individuals relayed issues that they felt strongly about in regards to “Church Life” either by meeting in small groups, gathering on Zoom conferences, or simply by responding in survey form.  The results of these discussions were then to be summarized and passed on to the diocese.  In turn, the diocese would then recap the responses received and pass these onto their respective regional office of the USCCB.  The regional office would condense the responses that it received and submit its report to the USCCB, who then would pass on a final document to the Vatican.
 
The report has from the diocese of Altoona-Johnstown has recently been made public.  A copy can be found below as well as  a copy of the report compiled by the Region III office, with includes our diocese.
Read responses given by the various United States dioceses in preparation for the Synod on Synodality
Deacon Nelson is excited to announce the launch of our upcoming Adult Faith Formation Classes, designed to help you deepen your relationship with God. As Catholics we believe that faith is a lifelong journey, and we are committed to providing opportunities for spiritual growth and enrichment for our community members. Our Adult Faith Formation Classes will be a wonderful opportunity for everyone to come together, learn, and engage in meaningful discussions about our faith. We are offering three different learning opportunities.

We believe that investing time in adult faith formation is essential, and we are confident that these classes will be a transformative experience for those who participate. We look forward to welcoming you and embarking on this journey together. May God's blessings be with you always.
Course Details

Class 1
 Adult Faith Formation – Between the Masses
No cost and no materials required
Dates: 10/15/23 to 12/17/23
 7 Sundays over a 10-week period (no class on 11/12, 11/19 or 12/10)
 Time: 9:20 AM to 10:10 AM (50 minutes).
Location: Resurrection Church Hall, all are welcome to attend.

Class 2
  Women’s Faith Formation – Women in the Bible
    No cost and no materials required
Dates: 10/12/23 to 12/14/23
 9  Thursdays over a 10-week period (no class on 11/23).
 Time: 6:00 PM to 7:00 PM (1 hour).
 Location: Resurrection Church Hall, all are welcome to attend.

Class 3
This is My Body - A Call to Eucharistic Revival
No cost; books will be provided
 Dates: 10/14/23 to 12/2/23
 6  Saturdays, over an 8-week period (no class on 10/28 or 11/18).
Time: 10:30 AM to 11:30 AM (1 hour).
 Location:  On-line via Microsoft Teams.  The class is limited to the first 16 parishioners to sign up.
 
Stayed tuned for an announcement regarding the class we will have from Dr. Edward Sri’s program titled; A Biblical Walk Through THE MASS.
Sunday's readings challenge the modern-day disciple to imitate more fully both the actions and attitudes of Christ. This is, after all, the point of our stewardship way of life.

St. Paul encapsulates the actions and attitudes we must strive for in the Second Reading, from the Letter to the Philippians. “Do nothing out of selfishness or out of vainglory; rather, humbly regard others as more important than yourselves, each looking out not for his own interests, but also for those of others.” In other words, Paul continues, “Have in you the same attitude that is also in Christ Jesus.” Whether we are at work or school or within our own homes, our actions should be focused on others first in imitation of Christ, Who is always perfectly focused on others.

We are called to a high and holy standard — living as Christ’s disciples every day and with every person the Lord places in our path. But we can move towards this goal in “baby steps.” We can even take a step backward from time to time because our Father is merciful and kind. What matters is that we keep baby-stepping along, assured of the grace we need to more closely imitate the actions and attitudes of Christ. This is the beauty of the stewardship way of life.

OCTOBER, MONTH OF THE MOST HOLY ROSARY

The Chaplet of Divine Mercy is a prayer that was revealed by Jesus to St. Faustina Kowalska in 19351. It is recited using ordinary Rosary beads of five decades and is preceded by two opening prayers from the Diary of Saint Maria Faustina Kowalska and followed by a closing prayer. The Chaplet of Divine Mercy is prayed on ordinary Rosary beads. See the link below for specific instructions for praying chaplet or the novena.

Use the link below to go to the Divine Mercy page. Each day, the prayers will only take about 10 minutes of your time.

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
PLEASE NOTE: Its best to watch our parish livestream on YouTube rather than on Facebook. The sound continues to cut out on Facebook and now is being partially muted due to (as Facebook claims) copyright infringement. Here is the link to the parish YouTube channel.
THE 2023 CATHOLIC MINISTRIES DRIVE: PLEASE MAIL YOUR CONTRIBUTIONS DIRECTLY TO THE DIOCESE OF ALTOONA/JOHNSTOWN or you may make an online gift at www.dioceseaj.org/giving. All gifts received beyond the parish target amount will be used for your parish. Target amounts for 2023 are: Resurrection Parish, $31,702.00 and St. Clare of Assisi Parish, $9,983.00.
 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. ​
 
ROSARY TIMES: We pray the Rosary on Mondays and Fridays at 12:00 PM at the Resurrection Oratory.      
October 2 - Deacon Sam                                                                October 6 - Janet Yuras
October 9 - Nancy Fesko                                                               October 13 - Pat Barrett
October 16 - Carol Pisula                                                              October 20 - Chris Rebar
October 23 - Phil Skala                                                                    October 27 - Jim & Nina Kopriva
October 30 - George Pisula                                                           November 3 - Diane Ashbridge
  • ​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 Resurrection Church or take  to the Resurrection Parish Office during regular business hours.
  • THE SWEET SHOPPE (814-539-6502) will be open Monday thru Thursday from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM (Closed Friday, Saturday and Sunday) beginning on Monday, September 25. Coming soon…...Caramel Chocolate Apples! Watch the bulletin for more details!
  • RESURRECTION PARISH COLLECTION COUNTERS: Group 2 volunteers are scheduled to count the collection on  Monday, October 2  at 9:00 AM at Resurrection's Parish Center.​​​​
  • CHOIR REMINDER: The next  rehearsals will be held on Thursday, September 28 and Thursday, October 5 at 6:30 PM at Resurrection Church. New members are always welcome!! If you are interested or have any questions, please contact Emily: (814) 242-4995, emilyroy411@gmail.com.   
  • THE 2023 CATHOLIC MINISTRIES DRIVE IS IN THE FINAL MONTHS: PLEASE MAIL YOUR CONTRIBUTIONS DIRECTLY TO THE DIOCESE OF ALTOONA/JOHNSTOWN or you may make an online gift at www.dioceseaj.org/giving. All gifts received beyond the parish target amount will be used for your parish. Target amounts for 2023 are: Resurrection Parish, $31,702.00 and St. Clare of Assisi Parish, $9,983.00.
  • CONGRATULATIONS to the Resurrection Parish Labor Day Special Ticket winners from September 15 thru 21. Continue to watch your Tickets thru September 30. Again, Congratulations and thank you for your support.
                    9/15    #279     $50.00      Anna Mikas
                    9/16      #992    $50.00      Amy Miller
                    9/17      #965    $100.00     Joyce Sharp
                    9/18      #571    $50.00       Paulette Grove
                    9/19      #221    $100.00     Sue Sauro
                    9/20      #749    $50.00       Ed and Debbie Zapola
                    9/21      #628   $50.00       Christina Winogrodzki
  • THE LADIES AUXILIARY will hold their monthly meeting on Wednesday, October 4 at 6:00 PM at Resurrection Hall. New members from Resurrection and St. Clare’s are always welcome! Annual dues are due. We look forward to seeing our Parish sisters and welcoming new members.
  • FRIENDS HELPING FRIENDS: The Ladies’ Auxiliary will be selling $5.00 Boscov’s shopping passes. Passes are worth up to 25% off. Proceeds benefit Resurrection Church. The shopping event is Wednesday, October 18 from 8:00 AM to 11:00 PM. Passes are available at the Resurrection Church Office or before or after Sunday Masses. Please call Debbie Zapola at 814-536-3080 for more information. Thank you for your support!​
  • THE SOCIAL SENIORS GROUP will meet on Tuesday, October 17  from 12:30 PM to 2:00 PM in the Resurrection Oratory Hall. We will  share the wisdom of time as well as snacks.
  • WOMEN’S BOOK DISCUSSION GROUP will meet on Sunday, October 22 at 4:00 PM (Please note the time change) in the Resurrection Oratory Hall. We will be discussing “This Is My Body, A Call to Eucharistic Revival” By Bishop Robert Barron. Any complimentary book on the Eucharist will add to the discussion.
  • RESURRECTION GOLFERS finished out the year at Oakbrook Golf Course on September 13, 2023, with 16 golfers and the results are:  Madison Hamryszak, Dave Hamryszak, Amy Zapola and Brian Zapola  32 (-3); Dewey Varner, Jean Varner, Dan Sojak and Dave Sukenik 34 (-1); Ed Zapola, Bob Mucha, Matt Mucha and Casey Schneck 35 (Even) and Ken Popovich, Pat Barrett and Chad Wolfhope 37 (+2).  Thanks to all the golfers who participated throughout the 2023 golfing season, and we look forward to 2024.
BASKETS AND BAKED GOODS NEEDED: The Ladies’ Auxiliary will be having a Walk-Through Basket Party on Oct. 28 and 29 in Resurrection Church Hall. Donations of themed baskets or new items to make a basket are being accepted now through Oct. 17. If you are unable to donate a basket, please consider a monetary donation. Donations can be dropped off at the Resurrection Parish Office during regular business hours. Monetary donations can also be placed in the offertory baskets during Mass. We also need  donated baked goods for our Bake Sale that will be held during this event. Baked goods can be dropped off at Resurrection Church Hall on Fri., Oct. 27 from 9:00 AM to noon. Thank you for your continued support of our Basket Party and of the Auxiliary!

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NUT AND POPPY ROLL SALE

St. Clare of Assisi Parish is taking orders for Nut and Poppy Seed Rolls. The cost is $15.00 per roll. Order blanks are available in the back of the churches. Please drop orders in the collection basket or place orders by contacting the Parish Offices. Pick up will be Thursday, Friday and Saturday, October 26, 27 and 28 from 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM in the School Hall.
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  • Volunteers are needed
  • as we will be doing routine cleaning
  • at Resurrection Church
  • on Tuesday, October 3 starting at 8:30 AM. Please consider sharing your time and talent! Many hands make light work!
  • Cleaning usually takes only about 1 – 1 ½ hours. Any help is greatly appreciated!
THE RESURRECTION PARISH JANUARY 2024 SIZZLER CALENDAR TICKETS will be on sale beginning on Sunday, October 8. They may be purchased before or after the Sunday Masses, at the Parish Offices, The Sweet Shoppe, Remmco Plumbing or at Symon’s Car Wash during regular business hours. You may also call Pat Gregorchik at 539-6320 for more information or to purchase Sizzlers. The cost is $20.00 per ticket. They make wonderful Christmas and birthday gifts!

Resurrection Parish's
Pancake Breakfast Continues


​ Please join us on Sunday, October 8
after 8:00 AM and 10:30 AM Masses
at Resurrection Church Hall.
Anyone is welcome to help.
CCD students in need of service hours
can help after CCD Class.
All are welcome.
PLEASE KEEP IN YOUR PRAYER
​ALL THOSE WHO ARE SICK,
John Torres; Sandy Karas; Lois DiBuono; Chuck Schmidt; Nicole; Manny Layman; Lisa Ager; Helen Khula; April Skalek; Margaret Murray; Joe Cenko; James Piro; Margaret Kovach, Marty Vrabel; George Salata; Caroline Fetzko; Ann Hoffman; Verbine Family and Friends; Joseph Barbera; Fran Findley; Mary Lynch; Joseph Gregorchik; George Trovato;  Kay Komar; Rita Ozog; Ed Wysocki; Mary Ann Robatin;
Charlotte Fesko; and Mary Ann Corbaci; and all blessed blanket recipients including: Dezi; Baby Kissell; Shirley H.; Juliana; Baby Little; Kim Waddel; Helen Gagan; Flo Bischok; Paul Ferbiak; Mary Fabo;
Julie Bogs; Carol Laugard; Jim Milla; Mary H. Miller; Rosemary Oswalt; Barb Cominsky; Ray Lingly; Allie; Neysa C.; and all Down Syndrome patients.  
 
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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Catholic Charities:   Altoona: 814-944-9388;  Johnstown: 814-535-6538
St. Vincent de Paul, Johnstown: 814-535-4357
SVDP Family Kitchen: 814-539-7811
Crisis Pregnancy/Pro-Life: Birthright of Johnstown: 814-535-8231
Gabriel Project- Gail Bala: 814-539-0155
Diocesan Family Life Office: 814-695-5579

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  • ​NATIONAL CATHOLIC YOUTH CONFERENCE: The Diocese Office of Youth Ministry invites you to join us on a Pilgrimage of Faith! National Catholic Youth Conference 2023, November 16-19, Indianapolis, Indiana. This is the largest Catholic youth gathering in the U.S. Any high school youth entering grades 10-12 can attend. Please contact the DRE or Francine Swope at the Youth Ministry office . Scholarships are available to offset the cost.​
  • MONDAY, OCTOBER 2 - Registration forms for SHYCON are due.
  • SATURDAY, OCTOBER  7- 10th Grade Parables Retreat  from 1:30 PM to 4:30 PM at the St. Benedict School Gym.
  • SUNDAY, OCTOBER 8 – No classes
  • SUNDAY, OCTOBER 15 – Religious Education! Classes run from 9:00 AM to 10:15 AM at the Resurrection Parish Center for grades K-8, Oratory Hall for grades 9 -10, and the Oratory for grade 11
  • SUNDAY, OCTOBER 22 – SHYCON 2023 at St. Francis University. SHYCON is for youth in grades 9-12.  “The son of man himself did not come to be served but to serve” is the theme. Registration forms are available in the back of Church or from your Religious Education teacher. Registration forms need returned by Monday, October 2.

Mondays thru Thursdays - 9:00 AM until 3:00 PM
​Closed Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays

THE SWEET SHOPPE
814-539-6502
We 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! 
Cash and/or Checks only
YOUNG ADULT GROUP:  Our Greater Johnstown Young Adult Group (18-35) continues to grow and succeed. Our regular monthly Theology on Tap meeting remains the last Wednesday of every month. Mid-September we also had a bonfire and Rosary. More events will be scheduled in the future. Our September 27th session is from 6-8pm at The Boulevard Grill located 165 Southmont Boulevard. Our September guest speaker is Fr. Brian Norris. Upcoming speakers include Bishop Mark Bartchak (October) and Fr. Malachi Van Tassell T.O.R. (November). Please help spread the word and pray for us. Young adults of all faiths aged 18-35 are welcome! For more information contact Geoffrey Stumpo at (814) 659-7415 or geoffstumpo@gmail.com. Please try to RSVP so we can prepare accordingly. Thank you to KOC All Saints Assembly 954 for their sponsorship. 
ST. ANDREW ADORATION CHAPEL, 1621 Ferndale Ave, Johnstown: If you are in need of healing, time to pray for others or some peace and quiet with our Lord who is longing for you to visit, then the Adoration Chapel is the place for you! We are constantly looking to add adorers to our lineup as well as substitutes to fill in when a committed adorer cannot make a scheduled shift. Each week has 168 hours. The chapel is open Sunday afternoon-Saturday morning each week. Consider giving one hour to our Lord in spending time with Him. One does not need to be a member of St Andrew Parish in order to visit or commit in any way. Currently, we are most in need of the early morning hours on Wednesday, and 7:00 AM and 11:00 AM on Thursday mornings. If you are wondering how to find substitutes when needed, please know that we have an amazing group of over 30 people who generously fill in all hours of the night and day. If you have any concerns, questions, or want to sign up for an hour, please call 814-288-4324 Ext 6, or visit https://standrewjohnstown.org/adoration/or feel free call or text Terri Roy @ 815-255-5645. Jesus is waiting for you!
  • ST. FRANCIS OF ASSISI: Connect with your Creator, Redeemer, and Spiritual Guide in a stress-free environment at the Eucharistic Adoration every First Friday of the month from 9:30AM until 5:30PM at St. Francis of Assisi Church. It is important that each ½ hour or hour have two adorers to adore and protect the Blessed Sacrament. 
  • 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.​​​​
  • PRO LIFE VIGIL is held weekly on various days and various times across from the Planned Parenthood on Franklin Street in Johnstown. Please call Gale Bala for information (814)539-0155).​​​​
  • ​​IS GOD CALLING YOU TO BECOME A DEACON? Do you believe that God might be calling you to discern the Ordained Ministry of Christ the Servant, as a Permanent Deacon in the Diocese of Altoona-Johnstown? If so, you and your wife (if married) are invited to join Bishop Mark and Deacon Michael Russo at the “Bishop’s Night of Vocations” on Wednesday, October 4th at 7:00 PM at the US Hotel Tavern, Hollidaysburg. Reservations for this event are required and can be made by contacting Jessica at (814) 361-2000. The deadline for reservations is Aug. 4th. For more information on the Permanent Diaconate please visit us online at www.dioceseaj.org/Diaconate/ or by contacting Deacon Michael Russo, Director at (814) 288-3036. All are welcome!​
  • 2025 PILGRIMAGE TO ROME: Fr. John Slovikovski, Pastor of Visitation parish, as part of the celebration of the Jubilee 2025, is promoting and coordinating a pilgrimage to Rome, Assisi, and Orvieto, Italy, which is open to the entire diocese in the month of June 2025. This pilgrimage will include visitations to the 4 Major Basilicas of Rome (The Vatican {with an audience with the Pope}, Saint Mary Major, Saint John Lateran, and Saint Paul outside the Walls.) We will also visit the Spanish Steps, the Catacombs, Trevi Fountain, and the Coliseum as well as the basilicas of St. Francis and Saint Clare in Assisi. All of our tour will be guided by a native who is fluent in Italian. If you are considering joining our group, you are asked to contact the Visitation Parish office @ 814-536-6110. THERE IS NO OBLIGATION (financial or otherwise) BEFORE WE MAKE OUR COMMITMENT WITH THE PILGIMMAGE TOUR COMPANY IN EARLY, 2024 when we will meet with our Pilgrimage tour company. 2025 is an exceptional time to be in Rome since it will be during a Jubilee Year which is a very special time for a Jubilee occurs only once every 25 years!
  • EXEMPLIFICATION FOR CANDIDATE KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS:  Bishop Mark is getting ready to join his brother Knights of Columbus in celebrating the spirituality and contributions of the fraternal organization in the Diocese of Altoona-Johnstown.  The Bishop will celebrate the annual Mass for the Knights on October 8 at 2:00 p.m. at the Basilica of Saint Michael the Archangel in Loretto.  The Exemplification for candidate Knights will take place immediately after the Mass. Knights who have only received the First or Second Degree are also eligible to take part in the ceremony.  Pre-registration is required for Exemplification by contacting Dennis Marince at (814) 761-3134 or djmarince9@gmail.com.  A social and dinner will follow at the Our Lady of Loretto Community Hall, adjacent to the Basilica. The cost is $15 per person. Reservations are required. Please contact William Stasko at (814) 255-6512.​​​
  • MUMS FOR MOMS! Support pro life work in Johnstown and receive a beautiful mum as well.  For a donation of $6 to Birthright you will receive a voucher to be exchanged for a 6” mum at SEADS greenhouse in Westmont.  SEADS is a non profit organization providing Sustainable Employment for Adults with Disabilities.   This is a wonderful way to celebrate the sanctity of life and enjoy the upcoming Fall season.  For more information please call:  Mary Kay @ 814-535-8231 
  • OKTOBERFEST – St. Therese Church, 536 Decker Avenue will host its Annual Oktoberfest on Saturday, October 7th from 4:00 – 8:00 PM and Sunday, October 8th from 11:00 AM – 4:30 PM. Join us for delicious Ethnic food including KOLBASSI, HALUSKI, GERMAN POTATO SALAD, PIGS, PIROGHI, APPLE STRUDEL, HOME MADE PIES, BEVERAGES and MUCH MORE! Saturday there will be a Meat Raffle Wheel (5:30-7:30PM), 50/50, theme basket raffle. Music by the Rhythm Masters on Sunday from 12:30- 3:30. Drawing for the Basket raffle will be at 4 PM Sunday. Everyone is welcome!! Hope to see you there!!!
  • ST. FRANCIS OF ASSISI - CASH BASH – NOVEMBER 4th Tickets are $25 and includes Roast Beef sandwich, Italian sausage, pasta salad, baked beans, & cake. Coffee, tea & water. Beer bracelets will be available for $7.00. Cash bar for Mixed Drinks. $2,000 will be given away throughout the evening. Also qualifiers, door prizes and baskets will also be chanced off. Please contact Fran King at (814)536-3667 for tickets! The Cash Bash will run from 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM. And the doors open at 5:00PM. 
  • POLISH CHRISTMAS CUSTOMS – All Saints Parish in Boswell will host a presentation on Polish Christmas customs on Tuesday, October 17th at their Parish Hall (505 Center Street) at 6:30 PM. The customs, food, and decorations peculiar to the Polish expression of Christmas are unique and developed over many centuries. The presenter will be Fr. Czeslaw Krysa, an author and noted authority and Polish folk culture. The event will include refreshments, is free of charge, and open to all, however, participants are asked to register either by phoning the Parish Office at (814)-629-5551 or by emailing the Parish Secretary, Emily Marsh at emarsh@dioceseaj.org.
  • HOLY FAMILY PARISH, SEWARD, is sponsoring a trip to Saint Stanislaus Kostka Church and Saint Patrick Church in Pittsburgh on Friday, October 13.  Both churches are two of the Shrines of Pittsburgh, and Saint Patrick’s is also home to The Holy Stairs or “Scala Sancta” which are a replica of the originals at Saint John Lateran Basilica in Rome.   The cost is $75 per person.  Our trip, via a deluxe motorcoach, includes lunch at Roland’s in the Strip District and a visit to The Oakmont Bakery.  Please note: Our day will begin with 7:00 AM Mass at Holy Family Parish, Seward. Please call 814-446-5759 for more information or to make your reservation.
  • THE FRANCISCAN CREATION FESTIVAL will be held on Saturday, October 7, from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM at St. Bernardine Monastery and the Friar’s Nook Gift Shop, located at 793 Monastery Road, Hollidaysburg. Parking and entry are free for the festival! The event will have craft vendors, food trucks, children's activities, and a petting zoo. The Friar's Nook Gift Shop will be having a Fall Fling Sale as well as our very popular garage sale!  Praying of the Rosary will take place at 3:00 PM, Pet Blessing at 3:30 PM followed by 4:00 PM Mass. Please bring a lawn chair or blanket if you are staying for Mass. This event is for all ages, and pets too! (Please ensure your pets do well in crowds and with other animals).
  • ACTRESS TO SPEAK ABOUT HER CATHOLIC FAITH AT HOLY NAME PARISH, EBENSBURG:  A Cambria County parish is getting ready for a special visitor. Actress and stuntwoman Brenda Garcia will be at Holy Name Parish in Ebensburg on October 3 at 7:00 p.m. Garcia has appeared on movies such as Fast X, Avatar: The Way of Water, and others. She also worked on TV series including S.W.A.T., CSI: Vegas, 9-1-1, and more. Despite being immersed in the Hollywood culture, which is often not known for extoling the values of Catholicism, Garcia is a devoted Catholic who will share her passion for the faith with folks at Holy Name. There is no cost, and no registration is necessary.
  •  ST. MARY PARISH, NANTY GLO:  The parish is planning a three-night celebration on October 22, 23, and 24 in observance of the Eucharistic Revival in the Catholic Church.
    *  October 22 is a Ladies Night featuring guest speakers Sister Linda LaMagna, CCW, Pastoral Minister at Saint Joseph Parish in Bellwood and Diocesan Coordinator of Evangelization; and Marci Sutton, a wife and mother of five and active member of Saint Aloysius Parish in Cresson.
    *  October 23 is a Men’s Night, featuring speakers Bob Sutton, a husband and father of five; Religion teacher at Bishop Guilfoyle Catholic High School, parishioner at Saint Aloysius Parish in Cresson and Member of the Prince Gallitzin Deanery Pastoral Council; and Brian Basile, a husband and father of three, member of Saint Benedict Parish in Johnstown, and small business owner, teacher, and coach.
    *  All are welcome on October 24th for a Eucharistic Service with Father Brian Norris, Administrator of Saint Therese of the Child Jesus Parish in Altoona presiding.
    **All three nights begin with Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament at 5:30 p.m. and then the speakers or Eucharistic Service at 6:30 p.m.
    *  Confessions will be heard on October 22 and 23. 
  • MASS TO REMEMBER SPOUSES WHO HAVE PASSED AWAY:  Remember your loved ones during a live televised Mass celebrated by Bishop Mark on Sunday, October 29, 2023, at 11:00 a.m. on WATM ABC 23. All deceased spouses will be acknowledged and remembered at the Mass. All persons who have lost a spouse through death throughout the Diocese of Altoona-Johnstown are invited to register by contacting the Family Life Office (814) 317-2643 or email familylife@dioceseaj.org. When registering, please give your name, address, phone number, and the name of your spouse who has passed away. The last day to register is Tuesday, October 24, 2023.The event is sponsored by the Diocesan Family Life Office and the Catholic Ministries Drive.
  • ST. BENEDICT PARISH, JOHNSTOWN:  Saint Benedict in Johnstown will be the site of a three-night parish renewal focused on the Eucharistic Revival. A parish mission with the theme Renewed in the Eucharist will be held on October 22, 23, and 24 at 7:00 p.m. each night.   The following are the daily themes:   Sunday — God’s Word Calls to Us;  Monday — Our Unity in Christ;    Tuesday — Sent as Disciples.  The preacher will be Father Frank DeSiano, CSP, who was ordained a Paulist Priest in 1972.  Father DeSiano has led parish missions and renewals throughout the United States. He frequently presents to priests, deacons, and diocesan leaders. He has authored many books and articles. He now is President of Paulist Evangelization Ministries.  All are welcome at the parish mission.
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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