Events

February 5, 2025

Join us for a six-week video series from an acclaimed Catholic pastor and author as Saint Philip Parish presents Bishop Robert Barron’s
The Mass

Beginning on Wednesday evening, January 15, we’ll gather in Conner Hall on our Ascension campus (114 Berry Street, 15205) for six Wednesday evenings to view together the video presentations offered by Bishop Robert Barron.

Each session will be 6:30pm until 8:00pm with a 30 minute video presentation by Bishop Barron.

The six sessions will address these topics:

1. A Privileged Encounter (January 15)
2. Called out of the world (January 22)
3. God speaks our story (January 29)
4. Responding to God (February 5)
5. Preparing for Sacrifice (February 12)
6. The Real Presence creates Communion (February 19)

Refreshments will be served. Please call the Faith Formation Office TODAY at 412-922-6388 to register.  
Please join us for all or as many sessions as you’re able to attend!


March 3, 2025

Join us in celebrating Mardi Gras on Monday, March 3 from 5:30pm to 7:45pm in Ascension Church Conner Hall.

Festivities will include a free pancake supper, music, games and activities, dancing, desserts & Kings Cake. Come join us. All ages are welcome. Call 412-922-6388 for reservations.

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March 5, 2025

Make plans now to join us during Lent for the annual Saint Philip Catholic Parish Fish Fry at Ascension Church!

Our fabulous Fish Fry is being held on the Ascension campus (114 Berry Street) from 4:00pm to 7:00pm beginning Ash Wednesday, March 5 and every Friday of Lent including Good Friday! (Good Friday from 3:00pm to 7:00pm).

2025 Parish Fish Fry Menu coming soon!

Enjoy an amazing fish or crabcake dinner, or delicious seafood platter! Assorted desserts and sides are also available. Don’t miss out!

Thanks to everyone who’s helping to make this year’s Lenten Fish Fry a great success! God bless!

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March 28, 2025

MEN’S RETREAT: The Saint Philip Parish Men’s Retreat will be held March 28-30 at Saint Paul of the Cross Retreat Center on the Southside.

If you have never attended here are five reasons to consider attending the retreat

1. Time to reflect in quiet prayer

2. Time to enjoy good food and great dining

3. Time to meet and network with others

4. Time to celebrate the Sacraments even if it has been a while

5. Time to renew your faith and strengthen your relationships

Call Al Bannon at 412-853-1341 or Joe Hoover at 412-310-6691.

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May 17, 2025

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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