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All Families Invited to Join Monthly Rosary, Hosted by Diocese Commission for Men
A deep devotion to the Blessed Virgin Mary shared among the members of the Diocese of Allentown’s Commission for Men has organically grown into a “Monthly Rosary for Families” ministry, broadcasting on the commission’s YouTube channel the third Wednesday of each month at 7 p.m.
Annual Catholic Charities Gala Celebrates the Corporal Works of Mercy
“Moving Forward Together” was the theme of the 17th Annual Gala of Catholic Charities, Diocese of Allentown, March 2 at the Aster Event Center, Allentown.
In his welcoming remarks to the gathering of 220, Bishop Alfred Schlert praised the work of Catholic Charities.
Talk on C.S. Lewis’s “The Four Loves” Draws 80 Young Adults
Candles, stringed lights, and warm smiles brightened the room Thursday, February 13th, the night before Valentine's Day, as eighty young adults gathered at St. Elizabeth of Hungary in Whitehall for a talk by Father Keaton Eidle, Assistant Pastor of St.
Mother of Hope Hybrid Academy Set to Open This Fall at St. Ursula
“I had dreams of what the perfect school would look like, but I didn't see it in reality,” said Thea Aclo. “And then I had a child, and I needed this school to be real.”
Ash Wednesday Begins Lenten Season of Turning to God in Repentance
“Remember that you are dust, and to dust you shall return.”
With those words on Ash Wednesday, Catholics across the Diocese of Allentown received ashes in the form of a cross, a visual symbol and spiritual reminder at the beginning of Lent.
Diocesan Couples Enjoy Prayer, Reflection, and Wine at Folino Estate
Prayerful reflection met white peach sangria at the annual Diocesan Date Night. Engaged and married couples from across the Diocese convened at Folino Estate Winery in Kutztown on January 24th for dinner, drinks, and Catholic speakers.
A Golden Symphony: Celebrating 50 Years of the Allentown Diocesan Music Festival
“Students, congratulations on being here today! Congratulations, as well, to your parents, grandparents, and guardians – this is a wonderful moment to celebrate the accomplishments of your children. Today is a great way to cap off Catholic Schools Week by celebrating the arts.
Cherished: The Story of a Family Touched by Tragedy
The story began when 2-year-old Tara joined the Serino family as an adopted foster child, but the circumstances took a turn when Tara began dabbling in the occult.
CRS Rice Bowl, Founded in the Diocese of Allentown, Celebrates 50 Years of Impact
2025 marks the 50th year of Catholic Relief Services' Rice Bowl, which was founded in the Diocese of Allentown by Monsignor Robert J. Coll. Since its inception in 1975, Rice Bowl has raised 350 million dollars in 12,000 parishes across the United States.
Understanding the Sacrament of the Anointing of the Sick
The Sacrament of the Anointing of the Sick is often both neglected and misunderstood. Some people resist or delay receiving the Sacrament of the Anointing of the Sick, since they assume that it is only for people on the brink of death.
