Welcome
St. Andrew the Apostle Byzantine Catholic Church was founded November 23, 1975 to serve the spiritual needs of Byzantine Catholics in the greater North Hills area of Pittsburgh. Father James Spontak was assigned by Metropolitan Stephen Kocisko to found this new mission, which began with 25 families. Its first home was in the former Ascension Lutheran Church on Babcock Boulevard near La Roche College in McCandless Township. Extensive remodeling and repair was done on the first home to properly prepare it for Byzantine worship.
On June 6, 1976 the mission officially was elevated to the status of parish. Organizations and committees were formed to promote growth and to examine the future needs of the parish. In April 1977 the parishioners were informed that the lease on their church building had been terminated. Thus, the search for a permanent home began. One month later the Archeparchy of Pittsburgh gave the parish a five and one-half acre parcel of land in Pine Township. The land was part of a 200-acre farm owned by the Archeparchy.
Groundbreaking for the new building took place at an outdoor Divine Liturgy on July 22, 1979. With the help of loans from the Knights of Columbus and St. George Church in Aliquippa, Pa., the parish began construction of their new church building in November of 1979. The first Divine Liturgy in the new edifice was celebrated on November 2, 1980, and the official dedication and blessing of the cornerstone was on June 13, 1982.
Our Beliefs
At St Andrew the Apostle Church, we believe in the power of love, compassion, and grace. Our vision is to create an environment where individuals can experience spiritual growth, find healing, and build meaningful connections with God and one another. We are committed to living out the teachings of Jesus Christ and being a beacon of hope in our community.
Get Involved
There are numerous opportunities for you to get involved and make a difference at St Andrew the Apostle Church. Whether you have a passion for music, teaching, outreach, or simply lending a helping hand, there's a place for you here. Join us in our mission to spread love, kindness, and faith to the world.
Join Our Community
We are a welcoming and spiritual community. From young families to seniors, we celebrate the richness of our differences and the unity we find in our shared faith. Come and be a part of our journey as we worship, learn, and serve together.
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Discover St Andrew the Apostle's Byzantine Catholic community
Experience the warmth and spirit of St Andrew the Apostle's faith community. Take a glimpse into our services, events, and the sense of community that defines us. Whether you are new to the faith or seeking a spiritual home, we invite you to discover the joy of belonging to St Andrew's.