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.
Upcoming Events
News | Diocese Happenings
Vocation View
Vocations Director Father Matthew Reese discusses the question, "Why would anyone want to become a priest or a religious in this day and age?”
Wedding Anniversary Liturgies
Bishop Mark recognizes married couples marking milestone wedding anniversaries.
Saint Benedict Parish Mission
Saint Benedict Parish in Carrolltown invites the faithful to its parish mission September 30-October 4.
Adult Classes Enrich Faith
Diocese offers new semester of Adult Enrichment/Lay Ecclesial Ministry classes.
Knights of Columbus Celebration
An annual gathering saluting the Knights of Columbus in the Diocese of Altoona-Johnstown is planned for Sunday, October 7 at the Basilica of Saint Michael the Archangel in Loretto.
New Deanery Model
The Diocese of Altoona-Johnstown has announced a new deanery structure designed to better support the eight-county region.
A Letter to the Faithful of Altoona-Johnstown
Bishop Mark addresses the impact of the most recent grand jury report and where we go from here.
Bishop Responds to Reference in Erie Report
Bishop Mark responded to the Grand Jury Report and the reference to his role in a case in the Diocese of Erie.
Diocese Renews Commitment to Youth Protection
Bishop Mark L. Bartchak is deeply saddened by the grand jury report released on August 14 regarding the dioceses of Allentown, Erie, Greensburg, Harrisburg, Pittsburgh, and Scranton.
Safe Environment Training
The Office of Children and Youth Protection is sponsoring a series of upcoming training sessions.
Student Scholarships
State program supports need-based scholarships to our Catholic Schools.
Wedding Anniversary Liturgies
An invitation to married couples marking milestone anniversaries.
Prince Gallitzin Cross Award
Bishop Mark honored ten individuals with the 2018 Prince Gallitzin Cross.
Catholic Ministries Drive
The 2018 Catholic Ministries Drive supports ministries focused on Caring for the Poor, Nurturing Youth, and Forming Clergy and Laity.
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.
Review Board
Bishop Bartchak has announced the appointment of new members to the Diocesan Review Board.
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.