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 151^st Kentucky Derby, Father Keith A.