News Release
Transitional deacon to be ordained on Saturday
May 14, 2019
Diocese of Allentown Bishop Alfred Schlert will ordain an Allentown man a transitional deacon in ceremonies at the Cathedral of Saint Catharine of Siena in Allentown on Saturday, May 18 at 10:30 AM
Bishop awards $122,000 in scholarships to 129 Catholic school students
April 30, 2019
Diocese of Allentown Bishop Alfred A. Schlert awarded scholarships to 129 students at Catholic elementary schools, high schools and special learning centers in the diocese.
St. Ambrose Elementary School to Close in June
April 28, 2019
School has only 53 students across nine grade levels
Compensation Fund for Victims of Abuse Begins Operation
April 23, 2019
A fund designed to compensate victims for the harm done by some members of the clergy during a dark chapter in the Diocese of Allentown’s history has begun operation. The program will be independent of Diocese and will not be funded by donations.
Diocese awards $119,000 in Poverty Relief Fund grants
April 15, 2019
The Diocese of Allentown has awarded Poverty Relief Fund grants totaling a record $119,000
Relic of Saint will visit church in Saint Clair
April 09, 2019
The incorrupt heart of St. John Vianney, a 19th century priest who is the patron saint of parish priests will be at St. Clare of Assisi Church in Saint Clair this Friday, April from 12 noon until 7 p.m.
Former Elementary School Principal Charged with Theft of Funds
March 28, 2019
Diocese uncovered financial irregularities, notified law enforcement
Bethlehem's Holy Infancy School to move to newer location nearby
March 18, 2019
At the beginning of the 2019-2020 school year, students at Holy Infancy School, Bethlehem, will be educated in a newer building about seven blocks away.
Deputy Superintendent for Catholic Education Named
February 22, 2019
The Diocese of Allentown has announced the appointment of Tony Balistrere as Deputy Superintendent for Catholic Education, effective July 1. Balistrere currently is principal of Berks Catholic High School.
Diocese Names New Chancellor of Education
February 14, 2019
Dr. Brooke Tesche will oversee Catholic education in five counties
