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Students at Kutztown University Newman Center Create Mural of 18 Saints
Kutztown University students gathered after Mass on Divine Mercy Sunday, April 27 to dedicate a new mural they created on the wall of the St. Christopher Catholic Newman Center on campus.
Newly Ordained Priest a Grace for the Diocese
The days leading up to June 8, the Solemnity of Pentecost, were filled with graces for the universal Church and, most particularly, for the Diocese of Allentown.
How Chickens Are Teaching a Pastor About Himself and God’s Creation
A pastor spends a lot of time looking after the spiritual well-being of his parishioners. You might call it ‘caring for the flock’.
Lately, Msgr. Victor Finelli, Pastor of St. Joseph the Worker Parish in Orefield, has added a new dimension to that phrase.
Anointing of the Sick Mass Brings Healing and Hope to Schuylkill County
Christine Darosh of Cressona came because of the health problems she has been having since retiring two years ago.
“Honestly, I never thought this would be a Sacrament that I would need,” she said. “I came hoping that the Holy Spirit will come to me and heal me.”
Catholic Mom Writes Heroic Priest into New Novel
Sarah Robsdottir, a Catholic convert and homeschooling mom of seven sons from the Diocese of Allentown, has just released a new fictional novel, “Joan of Arkansas” – the story of an at-risk teen who battles adversity with the help of her patron saint.
Father Keith A. Mathur Honored with Ave Maria Award at Notre Dame High School Gala
On May 3, hours before Sovereignty won the 151st Kentucky Derby, Father Keith A.
Bishop Schlert Celebrates Memorial Day Mass and Blesses New Mausoleum
Since the Civil War, Americans have gathered at cemeteries in spring to honor those who have died defending our country.
Recognizing Scholarship that Goes Beyond Academics
Every year, select graduating students from the Diocese of Allentown Catholic high schools and special learning centers, as well as select eighth graders from the parishes across the Diocese, are recognized for their exceptional academic and faith-based achievements at the Bishop’s Catholic Schol
Bishop Schlert Announces New Assignments for Some Diocesan Priests
Bishop Schlert has announced new clergy assignments in the Diocese of Allentown.
Six Seminarians to be Ordained Transitional Deacons
Bishop Alfred Schlert will ordain six seminarians to the Transitional Diaconate on Saturday, May 17 at 10:30 a.m. at the Cathedral of St. Catharine of Siena, Allentown.
