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Catholic Churches in Altoona, Pennsylvania
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Address

416 Sixth Avenue
Altoona, PA 16602

About St. Mark

Church of Saint Mark in Altoona, Pennsylvania is a friendly, family-oriented parish in the Diocese of Altoona-Johnstown, led by Father Nelson Javier T.O.R. Its most storied treasure is a 750-pound bell cast in 1850 at Meneely's Foundry in New York — originally rung by the Pennsylvania Railroad to summon workers in 1851 and installed in the church tower in 1902 — lovingly restored by parishioners in 2006. The parish offers a Saturday vigil, Sunday Mass, and weekday Masses in the rectory chapel.


St. Mark is a Roman Catholic parish in Altoona, Pennsylvania, part of the Diocese of Altoona-Johnstown. The parish offers Mass 5 times per week, including Sunday at 8:30 AM. Confession is available on Saturday. View the full schedule below.

Mass Schedule

Sunday

8:30 AM

Monday

8 AM(In the rectory chapel)

Thursday

5:30 PM(Ascension of the Lord (May 14, 2026) at St. Mark's Church)

Friday

8 AM(In the rectory chapel)

Saturday

4:30 PM

Mass and sacrament times can change for holy days, seasons, and special events. Please confirm directly with the parish before visiting.

Confession Schedule

Saturday

12 PM - 12:30 PMSaint Mark's Church

Programs & Ministries

RCIA / OCIA (Becoming Catholic)

RCIA / OCIA

Faith Formation & Religious Education

Vocation Bible School - Discovery Mission

All ages

Schedule: seasonal

A Catholic VBS Program that teaches children about vocations through fun activities and meaningful content about marriage, priesthood, and religious life.

(814) 944-6676

June 8-12; children under 5 accompanied by parent, older children/teens welcome as helpers.

Faith Formation

Prayer Groups

Prayer Group

Other Ministries

Lector, Server, or Eucharistic Minister

Adults

Opportunity to serve in liturgical ministries.

Contact rectory or Father Nelson to assist.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the Mass times at St. Mark?

St. Mark Mass times: Sunday at 8:30 AM. Weekday Mass is also celebrated on Monday, Friday, Thursday.

When is confession at St. Mark?

St. Mark confession times: Saturday 12 PM - 12:30 PM. Confession is also known as the Sacrament of Reconciliation.

Is there a Saturday Vigil Mass at St. Mark?

Yes, St. Mark celebrates Saturday Vigil Mass at 4:30 PM. The Saturday Vigil Mass fulfills the Sunday Mass obligation for Catholics.

Does St. Mark have daily Mass?

Yes, St. Mark offers daily Mass on Monday, Thursday, Friday. Common weekday Mass times: 8 AM, 5:30 PM.

Where is St. Mark located?

St. Mark is located at 416 Sixth Avenue, Altoona, PA 16602. Get directions using the "Directions" button on this page.