We are happy to announce that our annual Parish Flea Market and Bake Sale returns Saturday, October 10 from 9:00am to 2:00pm in Ascension Church Conner Hall.

Drop-Off days and times are: October 1, 5, 6 & 8 — 9:00am to 10:00am, and 5:30pm to 7:00pm.

It’s the perfect chance to clear out those forgotten “treasures” and support our parish community. 

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!

Saint Philip Travel Ministry presents the Shrines of Youngstown & TARA, a Country Inn  
Presented by Saint Philip Parish – Wednesday, October 14

Join us for a full‑day pilgrimage and tour as we depart Ascension church at 7:00am and travel by deluxe motorcoach to Youngstown, Ohio. A breakfast stop will be made en route. Our first visit is the National Shrine of Our Lady of Lebanon, a beautiful replica of the shrine in Harissa, Lebanon, featuring a 55‑foot tower topped by a 16‑foot rose‑granite statue of the Virgin Mary and peaceful grounds including the Prince of Peace Chapel, Saint Joseph Garden, outdoor Stations of the Cross, and a large religious gift shop.

Next, we arrive at TARA, a Country Inn, inspired by Gone with the Wind and known for its Southern hospitality and historic charm. Enjoy a delicious luncheon followed by a guided tour of this lovely inn. 

Our final stop is the Basilica of Our Lady of Mount Carmel, built in 1913, added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1979, and elevated to a Minor Basilica in 2014. A special “sweet stop” will be made before returning home. We expect to arrive back at Ascension church around 7:00pm. 

Tour Fare: $159 per person. Trip Includes:
    - Deluxe motorcoach transportation
    - Group luncheon at TARA
    - All admissions & shrine donations
    - Mass & prayer 
    - Professional Tour Manager

Make checks payable to Wendt Touring and mail to: Saint Philip Parish, 114 Berry Street, Pittsburgh, PA 15205. For more information, contact Mary Ann Garfold at 412‑922‑6388. Full payment is required to hold a seat. Space is limited! Travel arrangements by Wendt Touring, Inc., 613 Canton Road, Wintersville, OH 43953. Phone: 740‑282‑5790; www.WendtTouring.com

Join us on Saturday, October 24 for Saint Philip Parish’s Fall Foliage Bingo at Conner Hall (114 Berry St, Ascension campus). Doors open at 6:30pm, with an early bird game at 7:15pm.

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.

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.

For a registration form, please see this week's bulletin or click the “Learn More” link below.