Cathedral of the Blessed Sacrament

One Cathedral Square
Altoona, PA 16601
(814) 944 4603

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Located in the heart of downtown Altoona, the Cathedral parish has served the spiritual needs of Altoona since 1851.  Our hope is that your visit to our website will give you an understanding of who we are and our mission within the greater community of Altoona.

PARISH MISSION STATEMENT:

The Cathedral of the Blessed Sacrament Parish is a welcoming and compassionate community of believers striving to grow as God's people.

As disciples of Jesus Christ, we offer lifelong faith formation for children, youth, and adults; and we live out Christ's invitation to serve our sisters and brothers.

We gather to worship in prayer and song, and invite all to joyfully participate in word and sacrament, especially the Eucharist.

SACRAMENTS:

Baptism:  Arrange in advance for pre-baptismal instructions. The next session: Monday, February 13, 2012 7:00 PM in the Seton Suite.
Marriage:  Arrange nine months in advance.
Christian Initiation of Adults: Inquiry sessions listed in the weekly bulletin.

RELIGIOUS EDUCATION:
September-April

Pre-K - 8: Sundays 11:15 AM - 12:30 PM 
9-12: Sundays  6:15 - 8:30 PM twice a month.

PARISH STAFF

Most Reverend Mark L. Bartchak
     Bishop of the Diocese of Altoona-Johnstown

Reverend Monsignor Robert C. Mazur
     Rector of the Cathedral of the Blessed Sacrament

Reverend Father John M. Gibbons
      Parochial Vicar

Reverend Monsignor Roy F. Kline
      Senior Priest

Deacon John E. Rys

Deacon John J. Szwarc

Deacon James F. Leap
      Senior Deacon

Andrew R. Motyka, Director of Music

Directors of Religious Education:
        Chris Laraia & Jean Koury

Christian Initiation Coordinators:
        Peter & Barbara Rossi, Carol Galioto 
         Julia Auerbeck & Marge Dennis

Susan Cronin, Parish Secretary

Fred Drexler, Maintenance

Patrick Duffy, Maintenance

 

LITURGICAL SCHEDULE

EUCHARIST:

Sunday: 5:00pm (Vigil) 8:00am 10:00am 12:00pm 5:00pm

Holy Day: 5:30pm (Vigil) 8:00am 12:00pm 5:30pm

Weekday: 6:45am 8:00am 12:00pm Saturday: 8:00am 12:00pm

RECONCILIATION:
Wednesday: 7:00 PM          Saturday: 12:30 PM
Communal Penance Services: Advent & Lent

DEVOTIONS:
Novena of the Miraculous Medal:  Monday; 7:45 AM
Rosary:  Wednesday; 6:00 PM
Evening Prayer within Eucharistic Exposition:
      Sunday at 6:30 PM: Advent, Christmas, Lent, and Easter Seasons
Eucharistic Day:  Feast of the Body & Blood of Christ
Stations of the Cross: Fridays during Lent at 7:00 PM

Welcome        Parish Staff        Parish History        Tour of the Cathedral        Parish Ministries        Parish Activities       
Photo Album            Weekly Parish Bulletin        Directions to the Cathedral        Links   
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