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.

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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.

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