Basilica Of St Michael The Archangel
Loretto, Pennsylvania
Contact & Location for Basilica Of St Michael The Archangel
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Service Times for Basilica Of St Michael The Archangel
Sunday 8:00 AM
Sunday Mass
Sunday 10:00 AM
Sunday Mass
Monday 7:30 AM
Daily Mass
Tuesday 7:30 AM
Daily Mass
Wednesday 6:00 PM
Daily Mass
Friday 8:45 AM
Daily Mass
Saturday 4:00 PM
Sunday Vigil Mass
From the church’s website · checked Oct 2026
Leadership
Very Rev. Father John David Byrnes
Rector
What their website says
Very Rev. Father John David Byrnes, JCL, JV, Rector
Programs & Ministries at Basilica Of St Michael The Archangel
About Basilica Of St Michael The Archangel
Basilica of St. Michael the Archangel is a Catholic parish in the Diocese of Altoona-Johnstown with deep roots in Loretto. Founded in 1799 by Father Demetrius Augustine Gallitzin, the parish worships in a church constructed during 1900-1901. In 1996, Pope John Paul II honored it with the title of Minor Basilica. The Basilica maintains a traditional Catholic worship life and offers a Sunday 7:00 PM Outdoor Mass. Children’s ministry is among its programs, and the church is open daily for prayer and visits, with extended Wednesday hours to 8:00 PM. Self-guided tours are available for those who want to learn more about the Basilica’s history and sacred space.
First-Time Visitor Info for Basilica Of St Michael The Archangel
Dress Code: Not specified — please contact the church directly. Service Format: The parish offers traditional Catholic worship, including a Sunday 7:00 PM Outdoor Mass. Visitor Tips: The Basilica is open daily, with Wednesday hours extended to 8:00 PM. Self-guided tours are available for visitors.
Serving the community
Feed the Hungry
Meals
What their website says
We collect nonperishable food and hygiene items year-round.
Groups & programs
History & building
Founded in 1799
Founded in 1799 by Father Demetrius Augustine Gallitzin. The present church was constructed during 1900-1901 and consecrated October 2, 1901.
What their website says
Founded in 1799 by Father Demetrius Augustine Gallitzin.
Building completed in 1901
Saint Michael School
What their website says
Saint Michael the Archangel parish built its School in 1890”}},
Ministry, leadership and visit details above come from the church’s own website. They can change, so please confirm with the church.
Note: Church information may be outdated. Please verify details with the church directly before visiting.
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