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: Tuesday, April 15, 7:00pm
Marriage:  Arrange nine months in advance.
Christian Initiation of Adults: Inquiry sessions listed in the weekly bulletin.

RELIGIOUS EDUCATION:
September-April

K- 8: Sundays 8:30 - 9:45 AM 
9-12: Sundays  6:15 - 8:30 PM

PARISH STAFF

Most Reverend Joseph V. Adamec
     Bishop of the Diocese of Altoona-Johnstown

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

Rev. Aron M. Maghsoudi
     Parochial Vicar

Rev. Msgr. Roy F. Kline
     Senior Priest

Deacon Chinemere Ralph Onyeocha

Deacon James F. Leap

Deacon John E. Rys

Nicholas J. Will, Director of Music

Directors of Religious Education:
        Jean Koury & Chris Laraia

Christian Initiation Coordinators:
        Tammy Datris, Carol Galioto 
         Judy Himmelein & Dana Tomlinson

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           
Traditional Prayers        Weekly Parish Bulletin        Directions to the Cathedral        Links