Our Bereavement Support Group meets Thursday, April 24 from 2:00pm to 3:00pm in Conner Hall on the Ascension campus.
We spend about an hour together hearing each other’s stories with compassion and loving support. This is not a psychotherapy group, but fellow parishioners who care for one another and support one another as we travel through the grief process together.
Please consider joining us.
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On Sunday, April 27, our parish will joyfully welcome our diocesan shepherd, Bishop David Zubik, for this year’s celebration of the Sacrament of Confirmation at the 11:00am Liturgy in Saint Philip church!
Seventeen of our parish’s youth will receive this wonderful and important gift and fullness of the Holy Spirit in the Sacrament of Confirmation which completes their initiation in the Catholic Church – and the beginning of their adult discipleship. Please keep them in your prayers.
All of our parish members are most welcome to join us in this celebration at 11:00am in Saint Philip church.
Saint Philip will hold a May Crowning on Monday, May 5 beginning at 6:30pm in the Courtyard of St. Philip Church.
There will be a procession into the church accompanied by prayers and hymns to Mary, the Mother of God. Our 2nd grade will participate in a special way to crown and honor Mary throughout the month of May.
The evening will conclude with an ice cream social featuring Bruster's ice cream. Flavors include: Vanilla, Chocolate Raspberry, Mint Chocolate Chip, Peach, and Non-Dairy Blue Ice — plus a variety of tasty toppings!
This event also marks the final Faith Formation session of the year until September. All are welcome!
We hope to see you there!
Join us on Saturday, May 10, for Saint Philip Parish’s first Spring Fling Bingo at Conner Hall (114 Berry St, Ascension campus). Doors open at 6:30pm, with an early bird game at 7:00pm.
Enjoy 10 bingo games with $100 cash prizes, special games, auction baskets, raffles, door prizes, and refreshments! Admission (6 cards) is $20, with up to 6 additional cards available per player. Seating is limited to 200; tickets must be purchased in advance from the parish office.
Treat Mom or Grandma to a fun night before Mother’s Day—don’t miss out!
Volunteers and donations are needed! Help from 6:30pm to 10:00pm or donate auction baskets or gift cards. Contact the parish office at 412-922-6300 (ext. 5) or email parishoffice@saintphilipparish.com.
Registration begins April 12 at Saint Philip and Ascension churches.
NEW! FAMILY MINISTRY: The family is such a beautiful gift of God, the place where we first learn that we are made for greater things, to love and be loved.
The Domestic Church or The Family is a household united to God and each other through the Sacramental Life of the Church and committed to living out the Christian vision of love in their relationships with one another and the world. Saint Philip Parish supports families as they journey in a Life of Faith. There will be several opportunities for families to come together in the coming months. Please watch the bulletin for details.
FREE FAMILY RETREAT: SATURDAY, MAY 17 from 12:00pm until the 4:00pm Mass.
The day will begin at 12:00 noon in the Saint Philip cafeteria with a catered lunch. We will continue with prayer, family games, a talk for parents, crafts and activities for children of all ages, snacks and family service activities. The day will conclude with the celebration of 4:00pm Mass in Saint Philip church. All ages are welcome. Call 412-922-6388 for reservations.
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Saint Philip Travel Ministry presents the Shrines and Sights of Washington, D.C., Emmitsburg, MD, and Gettysburg, PA May 20-21.
You are invited this Year of Jubilee to journey with our Travel Ministry as pilgrims open to God’s call to renew our hearts and spirits.
Accepting this invitation we will experience the following:
• Visit and tour of the Basilica of the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception
• Celebration of Mass at the Basilica
• Visit to the National Shrine Museum of Saint John Paul II
• Visit to the National Shrine, Basilica, and Gardens of Elizabeth Ann Seton on the 50th anniversary year of her canonization
• Visit to the Shrine, Gardens with Mysteries of the Rosary and Gift Shop of the Grotto of Lourdes
• Celebration of Mass at the Basilica of Elizabeth Ann Seton
• Driving Tour of Gettysburg
• Two Delicious Meals (Breakfast and Dinner)
• Welcome reception the first evening.
For more information or to register see the flier in our bulletin or call 412-922-6388 to register. Deadline for reservations is April 1.
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