Please consider sponsoring a student in our sister parish, Sts. Peter and Paul, for $150.  The political and economic conditions in Haiti have deteriorated since we began our consistent trips in 2009. It is too dangerous to visit now. Our continued assistance in...

As we say goodbye to Fr. Nelson and send him on to his new assignment at St. Mark’s and Holy Rosary and welcome Fr. Brian Norris to our parish, we invite you to join us in celebrating their new ministries by attending our Parish Picnic covered-dish dinner which will...

Our final event of our 100th Anniversary year is on Sunday, June 26. Bishop Mark Bartchak will preside at the 10:00 Mass that day, followed by a luncheon at the Casino. A formal invitation has been mailed to parishioners. Please RSVP by June 13 if you plan to attend...

We would love to see many of our former St. John’s students at the St. John's School Alumni Reunion on Saturday, May 28.  Mass is at 4:00 PM. We will be serving Mrs. Price’s famous chicken and toast cups after Mass in the school gym. You can sign up on the kiosk if...

Our Annual Easter Egg Hunt will be held on Sunday, April 3 after the 11:00 Mass. Children 10 and under are invited to meet in the gym after Mass to be placed in age groups and receive additional instructions. Light refreshments will be served. Please sign up on the...

A pictorial directory is a powerful tool in our church to help each of us know each other better. Our last directory is now out-dated and it is time for a new one. Please make an appointment to have your picture taken by clicking on the link on our website:...

There is a beautiful tradition in the Church when we bless throats on St. Blaise day. Monsignor Becker will be blessing throats at the end of Mass this weekend.

Because of the snow expected Sunday evening into Monday morning, there will be no 8:30 AM Mass on January 17.

One of the popular expressions of the joyful expectation of Christmas is the setting up of the nativity in our homes. The Nativity scene is a feature of our culture and art, but above all it is a sign of faith in God, who in Bethlehem came “and dwelt among us” (Jn 1:...

St. John’s Adult, Children and Handbell Choirs will present a concert of music for Advent and Christmas on Sunday, December 12 at 7:00 PM. There is no charge for admission.

Advent is only a month away and Monsignor Becker has found a wonderful book designed to help a person get more out of this most sacred of seasons.  Entitled Advent in Plain Sight, this little book draws the reader’s attention to ten ordinary objects that appear in...

Join us on Wednesday, November 3, at 6:00 PM for a Mass of Remembrance. as we gather to pray for and remember our deceased loved ones. During the Mass of Remembrance, there will be a special commemoration for those who have died since last November and a candle will...

All families are invited to dress up in their best costume, decorate the trunk of their car, and join us in the church parking lot. Each family is asked to bring candy to share as children trick or treat from car to car. We will be pairing up with the Lakemont Fire...

As we look forward to Christmas, we are looking for a new Chairperson to take over our The Angel Tree Project.  This project is a 6 week volunteer program.  St John’s works with Catholic Charities to vent and supply families.  Catholic Charities contacts us at end of...

Just a reminder that beginning this Sunday, September 12, our second mass on Sunday morning is scheduled at 11:00 AM.

IN CHRIST-LIKE CHARITY FOR OTHERS, WEAR A MASK!  The diocese of Pittsburgh has begun to again require the wearing of masks at all liturgies by everyone. This has been in response to the Delta variant which is exceptionally transmissible, and has begun to affect more...

St John's Bowling League begins Friday, September 10th. League members can pick-up a full schedule on the kiosk in the Gathering Space. We're still filling teams, and new members are welcome. Call Gary Johnson at 814-696-2683 for details.

Don’t forget to sign up if you are able to attend our Parish Picnic on Sunday, August 1, after the 10:00 Mass. Sign ups for food as well as for volunteers to help set-up, serve food and clean up are posted on the kiosk. We ask that you bring your food in disposable...

St. John's Bowling League starts in September after a year-long hiatus. We bowl twice a month on Friday nights from September through April at Holiday Bowl. Please consider joining in on the fun and fellowship of an occasional night out at the bowling alley with...

We’re Looking for Catechists and Helpers for the 2021-2022 Faith Formation Year! CLASSES BEGIN IN MID-SEPTEMBER AND RUN THROUGH MID-MAY Please contact Diane Ryan in the Parish Office at 814-942-5503 or [email protected] if you would like more information...

May Crowning - Sunday, May 2 at the 11:00 AM. All children are invited to participate in the opening procession to crown Mary, the Mother of Jesus.

Once again we will be supporting the school of Sts. Peter and Paul by sponsoring students for the academic year of 2019-2020. The gift is $150. Most of the students cannot afford even part of the tuition cost but Sts. Peter and Paul wishes to open its doors to anyone...