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Saint Philip Parish offers many opportunities for active stewardship of time, talent and treasure! Please notify the Parish Office if you are interested in becoming involved.
Welcome to Saint Philip Parish! We are a vibrant community of intentional disciples in the communities of Crafton, Ingram, Crafton Heights, Sheraden, Elliott, West End and Thornburg.
Our parish includes the parish communities of the former Guardian Angels, Holy Innocents and Ascension parishes. We maintain two worship centers: St. Philip Church in Crafton, and Ascension Church in Ingram, PA. Father James Torquato is Pastor of the parish.
In keeping with the annual custom of blessing family pets near the October 4 Memorial of Saint Franis of Assisi, we will hold a Blessing of Pets on Sunday, October 6, at 3:00pm, on the Ascension campus.
You’re welcome to bring your household pets. Please make certain to use a leash or carrier or cage to ensure the safety of all those gathered.
This fall, the Kitchen Table Ministry will offer the following at Ascension Church Conner Hall:
• Our next Drop-In Sunday will be on October 6 in the Saint Philip cafeteria following the 7:00am Mass. Donuts and coffee will be served along with blood pressure screenings, general wellness information and a listening ear. Plan to stop by for a few minutes after Mass or before heading off to Sunday plans.
• A guest speaker event on managing holiday stress on November 19 from 6:30pm to 8:00pm.
Introducing the Kitchen Table Ministry: The kitchen table has always been a cornerstone of family life, a place where meals are shared and memories are made. It’s where holiday treats are sprinkled with laughter and love. In today’s world, where challenges like illness, social unrest, and personal struggles affect us all, the need for such a gathering place is greater than ever.
Recognizing this, we have rebranded our “Mental Health and Wellness Ministry” to the “Kitchen Table Ministry.” This new name reflects our commitment to creating a space where stories are shared, support is given, and understanding is nurtured. Join us as we launch new initiatives to bring our community together, one conversation at a time.
We will gather at 7:00pm on October 8 in the 2nd floor Meeting Room of the Administration Building on the Ascension campus.
Moses, Manna, Exodus, Exile, Ezekiel, Patriarchs, Prophets… Ever wonder if these people & events are meaningful to us as Catholics today? We discuss Scripture texts from the Old Testament to answer that question. Please join our Salvation History group which meets the 2nd & 4th Tuesday of the month at 7:00pm. Our next gathering will be on October 8 at Ascension church. (Our usual meeting place is the second floor meeting room in the Administration Building).
Come and join us as we take a look back to the very beginning of the Bible. For more information, call Fran & Debby Sullen at 412-481-9063.
We are happy to announce the long-awaited St. Philip Flea Market, Bake Sale & Luncheon returns this fall at Ascension Church Conner Hall.
Join us Saturday, October 12 from 9:00am to 2:00pm in Ascension Church Conner Hall. This is a good opportunity to de-clutter your home and a great way to help us raise funds for our parish programs.
Drop-Off Dates and Times: October 3, 7, 8 and 11 from 9:00am to 10:00am and from 5:30pm to 7:00pm.
We are sorry but we are NOT able to accept clothing, bedding, encyclopedias, TV’s, electronics, appliances, large furniture, or anything with Freon.
Thank you for your support!
Is baking your talent? Thanks to your help, our parish bake sales are a big draw at our parish events. We hope that you might once again find some time to make something delicious for our Flea Market Bake Sale. Donations of baked goods will be gratefully accepted and can be dropped o on Friday, October 11 from 5:00pm to 7:00pm in Ascension Church Conner Hall. Chocolate Chips, Snicker Doodles, Pecan Sandies, Snow Balls, Sugar Cookies, Thumbprints, Peanut Butter Cookies, Lady Locks, Brownies, Fudge, Homemade Candy…We love ‘em all!