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A MESSAGE FROM CATHOLIC CHARITIES OF THE DIOCESE OF ALTOONA-JOHNSTOWN

Representatives from a West Virginia organization have been visiting the region seeking donations for an initiative called Martha and Mary House.
Catholic Charities of the Diocese of Altoona-Johnstown wants to make clear that this is not affiliated with the Martha and Mary House
Homeless Shelter Ministry operated by Catholic Charities in Johnstown, Cambria County.

National Eucharistic Revival

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. We are seeking to renew the whole Church by enkindling a living relationship with the Lord Jesus in the Holy Eucharist, at all levels of worship. The Revival kicks off on June 19, 2022 - the Feast of Corpus Christi.

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"Women Find Strength In Christ" - Speaker Presentations Available!

The Diocese of Altoona-Johnstown sponsored a women's conference on September 10, 2022. Click here to watch excerpts of the conference's keynote addresses from Kelly Wahlquist, founder of the national women's ministry WINE: Women in the New Evangelization, as well as a testimonial from Colleen Scariano, co-founder of SoulCore, a movement born from the desire to nourish body and soul through prayer and core-strengthening exercises.

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Catholic Ministries Drive 2022 - "Forward In Faith"

The Catholic Ministries Drive helps to put faith into action within the Diocese of Altoona-Johnstown. Your support of the Catholic Ministries Drive helps us spread God's love, serve those in need, support our youth, and strengthen families within our local communities. Join us in putting our faith into action today!

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The Secret Ingredient

All it takes to connect our faith with the universal experience of food and gathering for a meal is a secret ingredient. Join culinary buffs from across the Diocese of Altoona-Johnstown on Proclaim! TV as they share some of their favorite recipes while exploring the bonds of faith, family, and food, then try preparing some yourself!

To Proclaim and Teach

In looking to ensure the continuing success of our schools, the diocese – in collaboration with the Office of Education – is initiating “To PROCLAIM and TEACH,” a strategic growth planning process that will focus on Catholic school vitality and sustainability.