The Roman Catholic Diocese of Altoona-Johnstown
The Diocese of Altoona-Johnstown serves Catholics in eight counties — Bedford, Blair, Cambria, Centre, Clinton, Fulton, Huntingdon, and Somerset. The Diocese is home to 87 parishes, which are served by Diocesan priests and priests from various religious communities, including the Third Order Regular Franciscans, the Conventual Franciscans, and the Order of Saint Benedict. The official Catholic population of the Diocese is 84,039.
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News | Diocese Happenings
SHYCON 2017
Students donned hair nets and engaged in a huge service project to help those who are hungry.
Candidate Milestones
Four candidates for the Permanent Diaconate reached milestones in their formation.
Lay Ecclesial Ministry Certification
Bishop Mark presided at Evening Prayer and a Ceremony of Certification.
Women’s Day of Prayer
The Carmelite Community of the Word is sponsoring a special event for women.
Celebrating Saint Michael
Saint Michael School in Loretto saluted police officers and other emergency responders who protect us in the spirit of Saint Michael the Archangel.
Mass of Consecration
Bishop Mark was among the bishops of Pennsylvania at a Mass of Consecration to Our Lady of Fatima.
Independent Oversight Board
Bishop Mark Bartchak and Acting United States Attorney Soo Song have announced the names of the individuals appointed to the Independent Oversight Board for Youth Protection for the Diocese of Altoona-Johnstown.
Permanent Diaconate Candidate
A Saints Peter and Paul parishioner has been admitted to candidacy.
Review Board
Bishop Bartchak has announced the appointment of new members to the Diocesan Review Board.
Synod on Youth
Bishop Mark is engaging youth in preparation for an upcoming Synod of Bishops.
Prince Gallitzin Cross Award
Bishop Mark honored eleven individuals with the 2017 Prince Gallitzin Cross during a dinner and…
Fatima Centennial
This year marks the 100th anniversary of the apparitions of the Blessed Virgin Mary in Fatima, Portugal.
Catholic Ministries Drive
The 2017 CMD will fund vital ministries in the Diocese of Altoona-Johnstown.
Reforms to Protect Children
The Diocese of Altoona-Johnstown and the U.S. Attorney's Office announce reforms to protect children.
Support for Survivors of Sexual Abuse
The Diocese of Altoona-Johnstown is partnering with state and local agencies to offer support to survivors of sexual abuse.