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Students Return to Classrooms as Diocesan Schools Reopen
The hallways of 36 schools in Schuylkill, Northampton, Lehigh, Carbon and Berks counties were alive with the sounds of students getting settled in, and of teachers getting to know their students and beginning lessons.
Catholic Bishops of Pennsylvania Prioritize Safety as Mass Obligation Resumes
Caring for the health, safety and spiritual wellbeing of parishioners and their communities is a priority of all the bishops of Pennsylvania. Throughout the COVID-19 pandemic, dioceses have made every effort to implement best practices in public health for every aspect of parish life. Each diocese is continuously re-evaluating coronavirus mitigation efforts, frequently consulting with state and federal healthcare experts and constantly monitoring data.
New Documentary Film Chronicles History of Diocese of Allentown
A new documentary on the history of the Diocese of Allentown and its current shepherd, Bishop Alfred Schlert, has arrived just in time to help celebrate the Diocese’s 60th anniversary year.
Sunday is the First World Day of Grandparents and the Elderly
Sunday is the first World Day of Grandparents and the Elderly, established as an annual event by Pope Francis.
Going forward, the day will be celebrated on the fourth Sunday of July.
Pastoral Letter from Bishop Schlert: It’s Time to Resume Our Normal Lives as Faithful Catholics
Bishop Schlert has issued a pastoral letter to the faithful of the Diocese of Allentown on resuming the obligation for Catholics to attend Sunday Mass on August 15, 2021. Read the full letter here.
Bishops Vote in Favor of Creating Document on Holy Eucharist in Life of the Church
At their national meeting, American Bishops voted in favor of drafting a teaching document on the meaning of the Holy Eucharist in the life of the Church. The draft will be created over the coming months and considered for approval when the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops next meets in November.
‘Eucharistic Consistency’ an Important Topic When Bishops Meet
As the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops is preparing to meet this week, the topic of Eucharistic Consistency will be among items discussed as American bishops consider a "National Eucharistic Revival".
Father Philip J. Maas, Newest Priest of the Diocese, Ordained by Bishop Schlert
Philip J. Maas, who first heard God’s call as a high school student while in Adoration of the Most Blessed Sacrament, today (6/5) completed his joyous journey to the Priesthood when he was ordained by Bishop Alfred Schlert.
Bishop Schlert Announces New Assignments for Diocesan Priests
Bishop Alfred Schlert has announced new assignments for diocesan priests.
EWTN Highlights The Year of the Real Presence
Bishop Schlert appeared on EWTN News Nightly to discuss the Year of the Real Presence and its focus on the Holy Eucharist.
