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Bishop Schlert to Celebrate Solemn Pontifical Mass of Thanksgiving for Pope Leo XIV on May 13
Having witnessed yesterday’s historic announcement of the election of the 267th Roman Pontiff, Pope Leo XIV, His Excellency, the Most Reverend Alfred A. Schlert, has announced that he will celebrate a Solemn Pontifical Mass of Thanksgiving on Tuesday, 13 May 2025, at 12:15 p.m.

Entering the Silence of the Conclave
I am writing this hurriedly as I try to beat the 3 pm cut in cell service within Vatican City. They do this as an additional security measure ahead of the opening of the conclave.

‘Make a Joyful Noise’ Ceremony Honors 26 Schools
Representatives from Diocese of Allentown Catholic schools gathered at Allentown Central Catholic High School (ACCHS) on April 10 to celebrate dance moves, dogs, and dollars – in other words, the “Make a Joyful Noise” (MAJN)campaign.

How Actor Patricia Heaton Navigates Faith, Family, and Hollywood Success
(OSV News) -- In a world where material success often takes center stage, what does true success mean for women today? How can they navigate the delicate balance of career, family and personal fulfillment, all while staying true to their core values and priorities?

Bishop Alfred A. Schlert Asks for Prayers for Pope Leo XIV, the 267th Supreme Pontiff of the Catholic Church
Along with the priests, deacons, consecrated religious, seminarians, and
lay men and women of the Diocese of Allentown, I rejoice at the election of the 267th Supreme Pontiff of the Catholic Church, Pope Leo XIV.
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