The process for Mass intention requests is being simplified in order that Masses
might be scheduled in an equitable manner throughout the year, along with the need to be sure that the
oldest requests for Masses are satisfied in a timely fashion. Please be advised of the new procedures:
Specific dates for Masses will be assigned at the time of request only for special reasons, such as,
anniversary of death and birthdays. Otherwise, general requests for intentions will assigned as time permits
throughout the year.
When requesting Masses, simply provide a list of intentions, along with desired dates
for the reasons mentioned above. These will be scheduled if the date is available. If the specific date is not
available, then the intention will be assigned to the nearest date.
When multiple requests are received at the time of the passing of a loved one, the only assigned
dates will be made as explained above. Remaining Mass intentions will be scheduled throughout the year as
the calendar permits. Multiple requests for the same intention will be limited within a given time period, so
as to allow for other requests to be considered. In the event many requests are received for the same
intention, some of those intentions might be forwarded to the retitired priests of the diocese for the Mass to
be offered in a more timely fashion.
Requests (including for 2023) may be made beginning immediately. Simply provide a list of the
desired intention and the offering for the Masses, either by dropping the requests off at the office or via the
mail. Please note: requests will not be scheduled while requestor waits / immediately upon receipt. Every
attempt will be made to honor requests according to availability and according to the guidelines previously
listed.
Parish Religious Education Program (PREP) Registrations Open April 24, 2022
Pay online (option #2) or drop off check or cash at the Parish Office. Orders will be processed only after payment is received.
St. John Vianney's Prayer for Priests
God, please give to Your Church today many
more priests after Your own heart. May they be
worthy representatives of Christ the Good
Shepherd. May they wholeheartedly devote
themselves to prayer and penance; be examples
of humility and poverty; shining models of
holiness; tireless and powerful preachers of the
Word of God; zealous dispensers of Your grace
in the sacraments. May their loving devotion to
your Son Jesus in the Eucharist and to Mary his
Mother be the twin fountains for fruitfulness for
their ministry. Amen.
Holy Hour for Vocations — First Saturday of
the Month — 8:00 AM
Mass followed by Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament, the Rosary,
and Benediction.
Today's Mass Readings
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
8:00, 10:00, 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
Friday
7:00—8:00 PM
Saturday
3:15 to 4:00 PM
Holy Days
Consult Bulletin
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 at 11 AM and 1:30 PM on Saturdays only.
Parish Registration
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 Fr. Don after Mass and he will register you or call the parish office.
