St. John Gualbert Cathedral &
St. Patrick Catholic Parishes
Johnstown, PA
Liturgy
Celebrate the Divine Mysteries with us
Mass Times
At St. John Gualbert:
- SATURDAY:
- 8:00 AM
- 6:00 PM Vigil Mass
- SUNDAY:
- 7:00 AM
- 11:00 AM
- 5:00 PM
- Mon, Tues, Friday:
- 7:00 AM
- Wed, Fri:
- 12:05PM
Confession Times
- SATURDAY:
- 8:30 AM
- SUNDAY:
- 3:00 PM
- THURSDAY BEFORE 1ST FRIDAY:
- 3:00PM
At St. Patrick's:
- SATURDAY:
- 4:00 PM Vigil Mass
- SUNDAY:
- 9:00 AM
- Thurs:
- 8:00 AM
Confession Times
- SATURDAY:
- 3:00 PM
Sacraments
& Rituals
Adult Baptism / RCIA:
Those exploring the faith are always welcome. Classes form every September, but inquirers are welcome anytime. Please contact the Parish Office for more info.
Anointing of the Sick:
In case of Emergency, please call the parish office and use the option for Pastor. In non-emergencies, call the office and leave a message.
New
Marriage:
Couples are invited to contact the parish office to arrange. At least 9 month notice is typically required.
Communion to the Homebound:
We have multiple volunteers who bring Communion to our homebound on a regular basis. If your loved one is in a residential facility, please contact us and we'll put you in touch with the parish responsible for that facility.
Baptisms
Baptism is the entrance into the Catholic Faith. It is a washing away of sin and an entrance into the new life in Christ. Those approaching baptism fall into two different categories. Infant Baptism and Adult Baptism.
Adults and Children over the age of Seven approach baptism through the Christian Initiation Process. Please contact us for more information, or visit the "Formation" section of the site and look for RCIA.
Infants and children under the age of 7 are baptized through the consent and promise of their parents. Parents must be either registered practicing parishioners or have a letter of permission from their proper pastor.
If you are interested in having your child baptized, please give us a call. If you've been directed by our office, please use the form below to send us your basic information. Father will schedule an interview with the family prior to the baptism.
Godparents & Sponsors
For Baptism/Confirmation
On the Journey of Faith, we do not walk alone. The Church invites us to be accompanied by others who walk alongside us on our journey.
Godparents for Baptism and Sponsors for Confirmation serve that purpose in an official way.
The ritual for baptism reminds Godparents that it is their duty to assist the parents in raising their child to practice the faith. As such there are certain requirements for Godparents.
Godparents must:
- be at least 16 years old
- Have received Baptism, Eucharist, and Confirmation as Catholics
- If married, be validly married in the Church
- If not married, not be cohabitating.
- Attend Mass and Confession Regularly
- Fully believe and profess all that the Catholic Church teaches
If you have been asked to be a Godparent or Sponsor, your local parish must certify your status. Please print and fill out the form on this page and bring it to the office to be signed.
Funerals
Death and loss are painful times in our lives, yet our faith tells us that the only way to heaven is through the grave. During this time of pain and loss, as a parish we want to support you.
The Vigil for the Deceased
The Vigil or Wake Service is typically held at the funeral home. The service typically introduces the time of visitation with family and friends.
The actual services consists of readings and short prayers that help us reflect on the person we are remembering.
While there is no obligation to have a family member speak, there is an option in this service for a member of the family to share a few words.
The Funeral Mass
The Funeral Mass is the "main event" of a Catholic Funeral. Having shared stories of our loved one at the vigil, now we pray for our loved one that they might be aided by our prayers on their final journey.
There are a number of choices for families related to the funeral mass including readings and music, as well as roles for family members such as gift bearers, or those who place the white pall or cross on the casket.
The Committal (Graveside service)
The Committal is held at the graveside, although in cases of inclement weather it can occasionally be held in the Church. It is an opportunity for a final goodbye as we hand your loved one off to the hands of the angels as they continue their final journey.
Funerals Outside of Mass
For a number of reasons, a family might opt to have a limited service. Sometimes this takes the form of a simpler service at the funeral home. Othertimes it may be simply a committal at the graveside. Please contact the parish and we can work with you on what options are available.
If a Funeral Director is involved...
Please trust your funeral director. They will generally handle most of the arrangements. It is our general practice for the pastor to meet with each family preparing for the funeral. Once we learn of a funeral in our parish from the funeral director, we will contact you to meet. Of course, you are also welcome to call the Church office at any point.
Selections for Families
Father will typically meet with every family prior to the funeral. This is a time to discuss both plans for the funeral services, and to allow us as a parish to support the family through the grieving process. Occasionally, if follow-up is needed, we may ask you to download the following documents to assist with your selections.
Please note the numbers in parenthesis at the top of each page, families can make one selection from "C" for the First Reading (ie: C1, C2, C3) one from "E" for the Second Reading, and one from "G" for the Gospel
Marriage
Sacred Scripture begins with the creation and union of man and woman and ends with "the wedding feast of the Lamb" (Rev 19:7, 9). Scripture often refers to marriage, its origin and purpose, the meaning God gave to it, and its renewal in the covenant made by Jesus with his Church. Man and woman were created for each other.
By their marriage, the couple witnesses Christ's spousal love for the Church. One of the Nuptial Blessings in the liturgical celebration of marriage refers to this in saying, "Father, you have made the union of man and wife so holy a mystery that it symbolizes the marriage of Christ and his Church."
The Sacrament of Marriage is a covenant, which is more than a contract. Covenant always expresses a relationship between persons. The marriage covenant refers to the relationship between the husband and wife, a permanent union of persons capable of knowing and loving each other and God. The celebration of marriage is also a liturgical act, appropriately held in a public liturgy at church. Catholics are urged to celebrate their marriage within the Eucharistic Liturgy.
~from the United States Catholic Catechism for Adults
Couples interested in getting married here?
Take a look at our Marriage Policy & FAQ
Couples who are parishioners here and getting married somewhere else?
Call us at 814-536-0117 and set up an appointment
Other Marriage Forms
The Priest/Deacon working with you may direct you to these forms if they apply to your specific situation