Our Mother of Sorrows - Johnstown, PA 15905


OMOS Parish Office
415 Tioga Street
Johnstown, PA 15905
(814) 535-7646
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OMOS School
430 Tioga Street
Johnstown, PA 15905
(814) 539-5315
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Ministries of Evangelization

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If you are interested in any of the following Ministries, please click on 'Contact Us' to request further information.

Altoona Johnstown Cursillo
An organization in service to Christ. The word cursillo means short course. Cursillo candidates are led by the Holy Spirit through a three-day retreat experience that enriches their relationship to Christ and His Church.

Adult Catholic Experience (ACE)
Ongoing education for adults in the Catholic faith.

Christian Initiation of Adults
Team responsible for guiding the process by which adults are initiated into the Roman Catholic community.

Home School Association
Organization of parent volunteers providing fundraising and hospitality for school functions such as New Parent Social, Family Picnic at the Ridge, 2nd Grade Confession Reception, 8th Grade Graduation Reception, Family Fun Night at Planet Ice, Covered Dish Dinner, School Pizza Party, refreshments following school concerts, donuts & coffee (2 per year) and funding for art projects.

Marriage Preparation
Diocesan Marriage preparation sessions are offered in various formats by parishioner couples.

OMOS School
Established in 1946, Our Mother of Sorrows School has grown in stature and reputation as one of the finest elementary schools in the region. OMOS prepares the leaders of tomorrow with a well-rounded education firmly rooted in academic and spiritual fundamentals. With an education rich in Christian teachings and lifelong values, we provide an opportunity for children grades Pre-Kindergarten through eighth to reach their full potential.

Serra Club of Cambria County
Group meets twice a month to foster and promote vocations to the priesthood and religious life. Through prayer and encouragement, the group supports both seminarians and ordained clergy.

Religious Education
Administration of all matters pertaining to Religious Education, Baptism, First Confession, First Holy Communion, Confirmation, and Adult Education.

Religious Nurturing of Handicapped Persons
Members are parents of handicapped children whose goals are to prepare them for the Sacraments and to nurture their spiritual lives.

Welcoming Ministry
Welcomes new parishioners, acclimating them to our community and inviting them to participate in the life of the parish.


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