Welcome to the Basilica of St. Michael the Archangel!
The Basilica of St. Michael the Archangel in Loretto
Founded in 1799 by Father Demetrius Augustine Gallitzin.
A donation from Mr. & Mrs. Charles M. Schwab, the present church
was constructed during the years 1900-1901.
The church was honored with the title of Minor Basilica by His Holiness Pope John Paul II in 1996.
Founded in 1799 by Father Demetrius Augustine Gallitzin.
A donation from Mr. & Mrs. Charles M. Schwab, the present church
was constructed during the years 1900-1901.
The church was honored with the title of Minor Basilica by His Holiness Pope John Paul II in 1996.
A parish of the Diocese of Altoona-Johnstown
Very Rev. Father John David Byrnes, JCL, JV, Rector
Deacon Richard T. Golden
321 St. Mary Street
PO Box 10 Loretto, PA 15940
Phone: 814 472 8551
Very Rev. Father John David Byrnes, JCL, JV, Rector
Deacon Richard T. Golden
321 St. Mary Street
PO Box 10 Loretto, PA 15940
Phone: 814 472 8551
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