A Loving Father

Everybody grew up with a different father. Even siblings raised in the same house can carry different versions of the same man. Maybe your father yelled a lot, and now you brace yourself when someone raises their voice. Maybe he was mentally checked out, and now you find yourself checking out too. Maybe you never respected him, and now you don’t much care what anyone thinks. Maybe he was completely…

Futureproofing Catholic Schools Starts Now

A few weeks ago, families of Immaculate Conception Academy in Douglassville received heartbreaking news. After years of faithful service, the school will close its doors at the end of this school year. No one ever wants to see a Catholic school close. Behind every closure are students, parents, alumni, teachers, and parishioners whose lives have been shaped by Catholic education. There are cherished memories, lifelong friendships, and faith journeys that…

Three New Endowed Funds Strengthen Notre Dame’s Future

Since 1957, when Notre Dame High School (also known as Notre Dame Green Pond) opened its doors in Bethlehem Township, the co-educational high school’s mission has centered on enriching students’ academic and athletic development as well as their spiritual and cultural growth. Now three new endowed funds will help ensure the Catholic school, part of the Diocese of Allentown’s school system, can continue that mission for generations to come. Futureproofing Notre Dame High…

God Bless Our Newly Ordained Priests

Bishop Alfred A. Schlert of the Diocese of Allentown recently ordained six new priests at the Cathedral of St. Catharine of Siena, Allentown. It was the largest ordination class in recent years. All of them have started their first parish assignments. The following assignments were made to these priests: Reverend Dominic C. Civitella, Newly Ordained to Parochial Vicar, Saint Thomas More Parish, Allentown. Reverend Tyler D. Davis, Newly Ordained to Parochial Vicar,…

Walk With Mary

From Calvary To Pentecost — And Into Our Lives Today — The Blessed Mother Continues To Lead Us Closer To Her Son. It’s a fitting coincidence — or maybe not a coincidence at all — that May, the month dedicated to the Blessed Virgin Mary, so often falls during the Easter season. This May, we move from the end of the Easter season to the Ascension, and then Pentecost. Mary’s…

Four New funds at St. Joseph Center Represent ‘Stability, Sustainability, and Possibility’ for Special Needs Students, Staff

Last August, Pope Leo began his Papal Audience address by inviting those gathered to meditate on the word “prepare.” The word “seems simple, but holds a precious secret of Christian life,” he said. In that spirit, the St. Joseph Center for Special Learning just took a big step to prepare to serve future generations of students by creating four donor-designated funds with the Catholic Foundation of Eastern Pennsylvania. The Schuylkill…

Pottsville Catholic HS Class of 1955 Secures Its Scholarship Tradition for Future Nativity Students With Permanent Endowment Fund

For more than seven decades, the legacy of the Pottsville Catholic High School Class of 1955 has remained woven into the fabric of Catholic education in Schuylkill County. Now, that legacy is poised to inspire future generations in an even more powerful way. The Pottsville Catholic High School Class of 1955 Scholarship Fund has officially been transferred to the Catholic Foundation of Eastern Pennsylvania as a permanent endowment fund, ensuring…

Welcome Geoff Geis!

Seasoned Operations Professional Joins Catholic Foundation Team Geoff Geis, Operations Manager The Catholic Foundation of Eastern Pennsylvania welcomes Geoff Geis to the newly created position of Operations Manager. He is responsible for creating and monitoring operational processes designed to improve efficiency and build upon the Foundation’s existing success. In addition, he will collaborate on both short- and long-term strategic goals for the Catholic Foundation and assists in driving organizational milestones…

At the Door

Faith isn’t something we set aside … It’s meant to shape every part of our life. There’s an expression you’ll often hear, not always related to faith, but it certainly can be: “Leave your faith at the door.” Or “Leave your beliefs at the door.” Or “Leave your opinions at the door.” Should we be leaving our faith at the door? Is there ever a situation where we should leave…

Record $1.3 Million In Distributions Fuel Catholic Life Across the Diocese

The numbers are impressive. But the real story is what they make possible. In April 2026, the Catholic Foundation of Eastern Pennsylvania announced a record $1,326,995 in distributions from endowed funds supporting Catholic parishes, schools, and ministries throughout the Diocese of Allentown. Since 2016, the Foundation has now distributed more than $9.2 million, transforming generosity into steady, reliable support where it’s needed most. This year’s milestone reflects more than growth….