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Bishop Schlert Supports Strong Measures to Hold Bishops Accountable

Click on the headline above to read Bishop Schlert's statement about his strong support of Bishop accountability measures and other issues discussed at this week’s meeting of the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops:

Because We Are Catholic: School Students Saving Soles

Elementary students at St. Catharine of Siena School in Reading are helping the needy while at the same time learning lessons about economics and world affairs.

Our Lady of Perpetual Help Clinches CYO Volleyball Title

The team claimed the first place trophy in the CYO tournament at Berks Catholic High School, Reading.

Bishop Schlert expresses optimism that Conference Leaders will Convey Bishops’ Desire for More Accountability

At the request of the Vatican, the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops today postponed a vote on a new code of conduct for Bishops, and on a lay commission empowered to investigate Bishops. The Vatican asked that the vote be delayed until after a worldwide meeting of church leaders planned for February.

Diocese Responds to Lawsuit Filed Over Actions of Former Priest

The Diocese has no record of the abuse allegations against former priest Bruno Tucci that were made in the lawsuit, and was unaware of them until the lawsuit was filed.

Holy Rosary Observes Month of the Rosary with Mass and Procession

The faithful participated in a rosary procession at Holy Rosary, Reading in observance of the Feast of the Holy Rosary.

Diocese announces Independent Compensation and Reconciliation Program for victims and survivors

Fulfilling the commitment made by Bishop Alfred Schlert and his brother Pennsylvania Bishops in mid-September, the Diocese of Allentown will establish a compensation and reconciliation program to assist victims and survivors of past clergy sexual abuse.

Because We are Catholic: A helping hand for a veteran in need

Rob Laubenheimer works with veterans in need at Catholic Charities in Reading.

Monsignor Baver Elected VP of Catholic Cemetery Conference

Monsignor William Baver, director of cemeteries for the Diocese of Allentown and pastor of SS. Simon and Jude Parish, Bethlehem, has been elected vice president of the Catholic Cemetery Conference, an international Roman Catholic faith network of cemeterians and suppliers.

Catholic Charities Distributes Flood Relief Assistance in Schuylkill County

Catholic Charities responded to people of all faiths residing in the hardest hit areas like Port Carbon, Pottsville and Tremont.