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Bishop's Lenten Letter 2026
Dear Brothers and Sisters in Christ,
As the faithful of the Diocese of Allentown, we begin this holy season of Lent together, a sacred time to draw closer to Christ through prayer, fasting, and charity.
‘Make a Joyful Noise’ – Only Days Left to Vote for School Videos
Only days left to support your favorite school – when the clock strikes midnight on Sunday, Feb. 22, the magic will end!
Lenten Events Throughout the Diocese
Parishes, schools, and other faith centers in the Diocese are invited to send their upcoming Lenten events for this list to [email protected].
Preserving Tradition While Preparing Students for Today’s World
Catholic schools have a long-standing and well-earned reputation for academic excellence and for educating the whole child. Rooted in faith, Catholic education affirms the inherent dignity of every individual and values the diversity each child brings to the school community.
Wreaths Across America Continues to ‘Remember, Honor, Teach’
On the frigid afternoon of Dec.
Celebrating Catholic Schools Week 2026: ‘United in Faith and Community’
Each year, Catholic schools across the nation come together to celebrate Catholic Schools Week – a time to honor the gift of Catholic education and its impact on our students, families, and communities.
The Faith is Alive in Our Schools
Our 33 schools are a microcosm of the Universal Church: high schools, special learning centers, and elementary schools serving families across all five counties of the Diocese.
A Day for Parish Leaders – Planting the Seeds of the Gospel
The 3 Rs of “rest, renewal, and reflection” provided the framework for a Day of Formation for Parish Leaders on Nov. 6 at St. Charles Borromeo Seminary, Ambler.
2025 Youth Rally – Helping Teens Choose a Relationship with God
The Holy Spirit came alive in a profound way on Nov. 22 at Bethlehem Catholic High School, as youth from across the Diocese of Allentown came together for the first Youth Rally in over a decade.
Diocese of Allentown Parishes Exceed First Year Results In Second Annual St. Januarius Blood Drive Campaign
Officials from Miller-Keystone Blood Center (MKBC) and the Diocese of Allentown have announced impressive results from the second annual St. Januarius Blood Drive, with participating parishes boosting blood donations by 40% compared to last year’s inaugural effort.
