Taizé Prayer on Wednesday, December 3 at 7:00pm at Ascension church. Experience a peaceful evening of sung prayer, silence, and reflection to prepare your heart during Advent.
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An Evening of Lessons and Carols on Monday, December 7 at Ascension church. Join Faith Formation Families for a pizza supper followed by the joyful singing of Advent and Christmas carols.
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Advent Book Sharing on December 17
Join us for a one-time gathering to discuss, The Carpenter’s Son, a heartfelt novel about Jesus revealing Himself to those around Him. This easy to read and deeply meaningful book is available through the Office of Faith Formation, call 412-922-6388. We’ll meet on December 17 for refreshments and conversation. Time and location to be announced.
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Advent/Christmas Progressive Retreat on Sunday, January 11 after 9:30am Mass. Participants will read an inspirational book with reflection questions, then gather for coffee, breakfast treats, and shared insights. Call to register for materials.
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The Angel Trees Are Here
The Saint Philip Ladies of Charity invite you to share the joy this season through our Angel Tree program (formerly the Giving Tree).
Each tree holds color-coded angel tags representing those in need. Simply take a tag, purchase a gift (suggested spending limit up to $30), and return it in a gift bag with the tag attached by Sunday, December 7 to either church.
Thank you for helping us live our mission to serve rather than be served.
For questions, please contact: ladiesofcharitysaintphilip@gmail.com or call 412-256-8067.
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Our December 8 Immaculate Conception Holy Day Liturgy Schedule
Each year, the December 8 Holy Day of the Immaculate Conception is a day of obligation to participate in the Liturgy because it’s our nation’s annual patronal day.
The Immaculate Conception celebrates the moment when the Blessed Virgin Mary was conceived in the womb of her mother, Saint Anne. Mary is so very important to God the Father’s plan for our salvation that we believe – and the Bible lends credence to this belief – that Mary was completely preserved from sin so that she might become the holy mother of the divine Son of God.
Our Monday, December 8 Liturgy Schedule is:
8:00am Saint Philip church
4:00pm Saint Philip church
5:30pm Ascension church
7:00pm Saint Philip church
Please mark your calendar and join us this Monday, December 8 for the Immaculate Conception Holy Day of Obligation!
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Join us in the Saint Philip Parish Center Cafeteria for Breakfast with Santa on Saturday, December 13 from 9:00am to 11:00am.
Enjoy a festive morning of FREE pancakes, sausage on a stick, crafts, games, and photos with Santa!
Every child receives a special gift from Santa himself. Registration is suggested, please call 412-922-6388 to reserve your spot and make merry memories with your family!
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Join us Dec. 13 & 14 for our annual Christmas Cookie and Sweet Treats Sale before and after all Masses in both Conner & Kelty Halls.
Let us do your holiday baking. Please stop by to see our wonderful selection.
Large trays (3 Dozen) $18.00
Small trays (1 Dozen) $7.00
Pre-Orders are suggested. To place an order or any questions, call: Katie @ 412-983-4541 / Rose @ 412-922-5785
Volunteers Needed: We invite parishioners, parents and children to share their favorite homemade cookies with us. Cookies can be dropped off Ascension Conner Hall on Friday, December 12 between 5:00pm & 7:00pm and Saturday, December 13 between 9:00am & 10:00am.
All cookies MUST BE delivered by 10:00am on Saturday for traying. Volunteers are needed to sort, tray and wrap cookies. Contact Katie Phillips at 412-983-4541. Thank you for your generosity!
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Advent Festival on DECEMBER 15
Step into the season of hope and joy as we journey “On the Road to Bethlehem” at our Faith Formation Advent Festival at 6:15pm on Monday, December 15 in Ascension’s Conner Hall!
The evening will be filled with:
- A community pizza supper
- Hands-on activities inspired by the Scriptures
- Special gifts for the children
- A festive sing-along
- A heartfelt reading of the Christmas Story
All children from Faith Formation and Catholic Schools are warmly invited to share in this celebration. Catholic school families, call 412-922-6388 to register.
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Our Advent Reconciliation Schedule
The Sacrament of Reconciliation is an important part of our sacramental and spiritual lives. It is also an important part of our preparation for Christmas and the Christmas Season.
This December, the Sacrament of Reconciliation will be available during the following times at our two churches:
December 13 from 12 noon to 1:00pm at Ascension church
December 17 from 12 noon to 1:00pm at Saint Philip church
“The Light is On for You” confessions are offered on December 17 – especially for those who’ve been away from Reconciliation for multiple years.
December 17 from 6:00pm to 8:00pm at Ascension church
December 18 from 12 noon to 1:00pm at Saint Philip church
December 19 from 12 noon to 1:00pm at Saint Philip church
December 20 from 12 noon to 1:00pm at Ascension church
December 22 from 12 noon at 1:00pm at Saint Philip church and 6:00pm to 8:00pm at Ascension church
December 23 from 12 noon to 1:00pm at Saint Philip church and 6:00pm to 8:00pm at Ascension church
NO Confession times on December 24.
Our 2025 Christmas Schedule
For your Christmas planning, our 2025 Christmas Eve and Christmas Day Liturgies will be celebrated at these times:
Wednesday, December 24
4:00pm Saint Philip church 4:00pm Ascension church
6:00pm Ascension church
12 midnight Saint Philip church
Thursday, December 25
8:00am Saint Philip church
9:30am Ascension church
11:00am Saint Philip church
Best wishes to all our members and families for a blessed Advent Season and for a joyful Season of Christmas from December 24 – January 11!
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