Western Washington County
Western Allegheny County
St. AlphonsusMcDonald
St. AnnBulger
St. ColumbkilleImperial
St. MichaelAvella
Our Lady of LourdesBurgettstown
St. PatrickOakdale
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Summer Service Project
Fr. Zach is looking for a group of young people from our parish to join him in taking part in McDonald Presbyterian Church's annual service week, July 28-30. We will be doing outdoor work (weeding, painting, etc.) at the homes of the elderly and disabled in our area. Anyone in junior high or high school is welcome to participate. Any adults who want to chaperone and work this event are also welcome, but safe environment clearances will be needed. Although it is still a couple months away, we would like to know soon (for planning purposes) who will be joining us. If you are interested, or if you have any questions, please contact Fr. Zach at 724-695-7325 or zgaliyas@diopitt.org.
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McSummerfest
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Volunteers are needed to help run children's games at McSummerfest. It will be held at the firestation in McDonald. We will be working from 5:30pm - 9pm on Thursday, July 1st, and Friday, July 2nd. If you'd like to help, please e-mail Fr. Zach at zgaliyas@diopitt.org or call him at 724-695-7325.
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Prepare the Way: A Retreat for Incoming College FreshmanLocation: Our Lady of Mount Carmel Camp and Retreat Center
This retreat is for those men who will graduate this spring and plan on going to college in the fall. It will last for 40 hours, running from Friday night until Sunday morning. Activities include Mass, outdoor fun, small group discussion, organized team challenges and games, free time to enjoy the campground and its activities, and talks by priests and seminarians.
The dates for the retreat are July 9-10-11, 2021Topics: A new purpose for being Catholic \ False Teachers of the World \ Remaining and Growing Catholic in College \ Facing An Anti-Christian World \ Taking up your cross to be a Christian.Anticipated Covid-19 Protocols: All Pennsylvania State Covid-19 guidelines will be followed as they apply to Lawrence County (location of the retreat). Sleeping arrangements: Inside 6 feet apart, head-to-toe, or sleeping outside in a self-provided tent.Fee for participants will be $65. Scholarships will be made available for those in need.
Click here for the flyer. Click here to register.
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General Information
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Upcoming Events:
Fish Fry @ Our Lady of Lourdes - Fri., Feb. 26, 3pm-7pm
Youth Ministry Team:
Fr. Zach Galiyas
Vickie Lauff
Bob and Mary Teachout
JoAnn Truchan
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What is youth group? An opportunity for teenagers in grades 8 - 12 to come together in a relaxed atmosphere and deepen their faith.
Is it the same as CCD? Not at all. CCD is classroom-based and heavily focused on education. In youth group, there are no classrooms, textbooks, or homework. While learning is part of the picture, youth group also includes a mix of social time, prayer, recreational outings, and/or service projects.
Life is SO busy! Why should we make the time to go to youth group? It’s more than worth it! Youth group is where faith intersects with real life. You will learn things about life, about God, about faith, and about making good decisions. What you get from youth group will benefit you for the rest of your lives! Plus, it’s a great place to make friends! Besides that, youth group does not take up a lot of time. We usually only meet about twice a month.
What if we can’t be there all the time? No worries! We don’t take attendance and mark people absent. Just come whenever you can!
What if we’re on the fence about youth group? Then come to a few events to see if it’s for you. Youth group is one of those things that you really can’t make an informed decision about until you experience it for yourself. Just give it a try! You have nothing to lose, but everything to gain!
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Important Documents
Please click this link to see a list of upcoming events:Spring Youth Group Calendar
Please click this link to downlaod the Diocesan "Covid Memorandum of Understanding." This form must be completed and submitted one time in order to participate in youth group this year:
"Covid Memorandum of Understanding."
Clicking this link will display our plan to keep everyone safe in the midst of the pandemic:
COVID Safety Plan
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