Lent Faith Opportunities
- April 9, Wednesday, Adoration follows 12:15 PM Mass, 6:30 Healing Prayers w/ Confessions (Spanish available); 7:15 Benediction
- April 11, Friday, 5:15 PM Lenten Simple Family Supper; 6:30 PM Stations of the Cross
- April 12/13, Paschal Festival after all weekend Masses
- April 12/13, Rice Bowl offering envelope
- April 13, Confessions after each Sunday Mass (no change in Saturday confession times)
- April 13, Palm Sunday 9:30 AM Mass, celebrated by Bishop Schlert
- April 13, Sunday, 2 PM, Tenebrae Lenten Choir Concert of Lamentations
- April 15, Tuesday, 1:45 Stations of Cross with school students
- April 16, Wednesday, 10:30 AM Chrism Mass with Bishop Schlert. All are welcome.
- April 17, Holy Thursday: 10 AM Morning Prayer & Confessions
- April 17, Holy Thursday: 7 PM Mass of the Lord's Supper; Adoration; 9:45 PM Night Prayer
- April 18, Good Friday, 10 AM Morning Prayer; 3 PM Service of the Lord's Passion, 4:15 PM Confessions; 7 PM Stations of the Cross
- April 19, Holy Saturday, 10 AM Morning Prayer; 12 Noon, Blessing of Easter Foods
8 PM, Easter Vigil Mass (N.B., No 4:15 PM
Holy Year of Hope
The Holy Year of Hope is underway. Pope Francis has designated this New Year as a Holy Year,
usually celebrated every quarter century. A special processional cross, which previously
adorned the Cathedral sanctuary, is now enshrined in the sanctuary for the length of the
coming Holy Year. Read more about the Holy Year of Hope:
Things to Know About the Jubilee Year of Hope (From Catholicview.com)
Drawing on their Jewish roots, jubilee years emphasize the Sacrament of Reconciliation
and restoring relationships with God. They also provide an opportunity for a special jubilee
indulgence, which can remove the residual effects of sin through the grace of Christ.
The year calls Christians to action. Pope Francis called for "signs of hope," including the
desire for peace in the world, openness to life and responsible parenthood, and closeness to
prisoners, the poor, the sick, the young, the elderly, migrants and people "in difficult
situations."
Authorities expect an influx of pilgrims in the Eternal City. Italy's National Tourist
Institute projects 35 million visitors in 2025, nearly triple of its 13 million visitors in 2023.
Pilgrimage is a "fundamental" part of jubilee events. "Setting out on a journey is traditionally
associated with our human quest for meaning in life. A pilgrimage on foot is a great aid for
rediscovering the value of silence, effort and simplicity of life," Pope Francis wrote.
Eucharistic Adoration
Eucharistic Adorations follows the 12:15 PM Wednesday Mass each week, and takes place throughout the afternoon
until the closing prayers and Benediction at 7:00 PM. Sign-up sheets are posted in
the lobby to be sure that someone is always in the church for Adoration. Confessions are heard
from 6:30—7:30 PM. This spiritual opportunity is a beautiful way to celebrate this Holy Year of
Hope.
Weather Cancellations: Please note that if SJV Regional School is not in session or if there is an
early dismissal due to inclement weather, there will be no adoration or holy hour on Wednesdays.
Daily and weekend Masses will always be celebrated as scheduled.
Today's Mass Readings
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Cathedral Church
200 Block of North 18th Street
Allentown, PA 18104
Parking available across from Church
Link to map for directions
Cathedral Rectory
1825 W Turner Street
Allentown, PA 18104
Office phone: 610-433-6461
Link to map for directions
| Cathedral Parish Vision Statement |
To be a place where the faithful can gather together for the
Sunday celebration of the Eucharist, to teach Christ's saving doctrine, and to practice the charity of the Lord in good works and brotherly love. (cf. CCC, 2179) |
| Mass Schedule |
| Sunday | 7:30, 9:30, 11:30 AM |
| Saturday | 8:00 AM & 4:15 PM (4:15 Mass fulfills Sunday obligation) |
| Weekdays | Monday–Friday 6:30 & 8:00AM |
| Holy Days | Consult Bulletin for schedule |
| Sacrament of Reconciliation |
| Mon–Sat | 20 Min before each Mass |
| Wednesday | 6:30 to 7:30 PM |
| Saturday | 3:15 to 4:00 PM |
| Holy Days | Consult Bulletin |
| Holy Hour |
Each Wednesday at 6:30 PM — Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament, Adoration, and Benediction |
| Sacrament of Baptism |
First Sunday of every month. Preparatory class Thursday evening before. |
| Sacrament of Matrimony |
Engaged couples should meet with their parish priest as soon as they become engaged. The diocesan marriage preparation program should be completed at least six months prior to the wedding date. Weddings are held after 1:00 PM on Fridays and no later than 1:30 PM on Saturdays. |
| Parish Registration |
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Catholics living in the Cathedral Church Parish boundaries should be registered in the parish.
Registration is required for the administration of the Sacraments, attendance at Cathedral PREP Program, and for the issuance of Sponsor Certificates for Baptism and Confirmation. Please introduce yourself to Msgr. Don after Mass and he will register you or call the parish office.
Drop-in registrations will not be taken.
Parish Registration Form |
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