About Church of the Resurrection - Glen Campbell · Glen Campbell, Pennsylvania
The Church of the Resurrection in Glen Campbell, Pennsylvania is one of five worship sites that make up the multi-site Catholic parish of Resurrection in Northern Indiana County, within the Diocese of Greensburg. The parish family also worships at churches in Clymer, Ernest, Heilwood, and Rossiter, plus a historic chapel at Cameron's Bottom, all served by Pastor Rev. Craig Alexander with Sacramental Assistance from Rev. James Watson, OFM Cap., and Permanent Deacon Rev. Mr. Stephen Black. The parish's stated mission is to grow as disciples of Jesus Christ, proclaim the Gospel in Northern Indiana County, build up the Kingdom of God, and continually form new disciples.
- Patron
- The Resurrection of the Lord
- Rector
- Rev. Craig Alexander
- Diocese
- Diocese of Greensburg
Why belong here
Resurrection Parish welcomes anyone looking for a faith community in the small towns of Northern Indiana County. Across its five worship sites the parish offers daily and Sunday Mass, weekly Eucharistic Adoration and Confession (Tuesday evenings at Clymer Church, 5:00–6:00 PM), Faith Formation classes for children in grades K–8, an active Youth Ministry, a Marriage Formation Ministry, and a broad range of liturgical and service opportunities such as Lector, Eucharistic Minister, Sacristan, Altar Server, Usher/Greeter, Choir Member/Cantor, Money Counting, and Liturgical Art & Environment. Pastoral Council meetings, online giving, and diocesan/Franciscan media links also make it easy for parishioners to stay connected.
Mass times at Church of the Resurrection - Glen Campbell
Weekly Mass schedule
Confession times
- Tuesday 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM (Clymer Church, combined with Eucharistic Adoration)
Adoration times
- Tuesday 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM (Clymer Church)
About the Parish
Resurrection Parish serves the Catholic faithful across Northern Indiana County, Pennsylvania, with five worship sites spread through the small coal-region communities of Clymer, Ernest, Glen Campbell, Heilwood, and Rossiter, plus a historic chapel at Cameron's Bottom. Its self-stated mission is for the faithful, seeking to grow as disciples of the Lord Jesus Christ, to be committed to proclaiming his Gospel by words and actions in the community, building up the Kingdom of God and continually forming new disciples. The Pastor is Rev. Craig Alexander, with Sacramental Assistance from Rev. James Watson, OFM Cap., and Permanent Deacon Rev. Mr. Stephen Black. The parish belongs to the Diocese of Greensburg.
- Parish Office Hours: Mon–Thu 9:00 AM–4:00 PM, Fri 9:00 AM–noon (closed holidays)
- After-hours emergency line for a priest: 724-717-3203
- Diocese: Greensburg, PA
- Worship sites: Clymer, Ernest, Glen Campbell, Heilwood, Rossiter, plus Cameron's Bottom chapel
Worship Sites
The Glen Campbell site is one of five parish churches that together form Resurrection Parish. The diocese's Deaneries page lists all five sites (Clymer, Ernest, Glen Campbell, Heilwood, and Rossiter) under a single parish entry, along with the historic chapel at Cameron's Bottom.
- Glen Campbell – 157 1st Ave., Glen Campbell, PA 15742
- Clymer
- Ernest
- Heilwood
- Rossiter
- Cameron's Bottom (historic chapel)
Clergy and Staff
Resurrection Parish is led by a small pastoral team consisting of the pastor, a Capuchin Franciscan priest who provides sacramental assistance, and a permanent deacon.
- Pastor: Rev. Craig Alexander
- Sacramental Assistance: Rev. James Watson, OFM Cap. (Capuchin Franciscan)
- Permanent Deacon: Rev. Mr. Stephen Black
- Faith Formation contact: Marie Kirsch (724-254-3041)
Parish Life and Ministries
The parish invites parishioners to share their time and talent across a wide range of liturgical and pastoral ministries. As the parish website puts it: 'Take time to look at your schedule, to reflect and to decide how you can best utilize your talent in our parish. We would really appreciate your help in volunteering for one or more of the ministries found on our website.' Volunteers may contact the Parish Office at 724-254-3041.
- Marriage Formation Ministry – prepares engaged couples for the Sacrament of Marriage in one-to-one meetings totaling about 6 hours per couple; training provided
- Eucharistic Minister – distributes the Body and Blood of Christ; open to those at least 16 years old
- Sacristan – prepares and cares for liturgical materials and coordinates 'behind the scenes' activity
- Altar Server – assists the priest at Mass; open from children who have made First Holy Communion through adults
- Lector – proclaims the Word of God and reads the intercessions/announcements; training and guide books provided
- Choir Member/Cantor – sings at liturgy about once a week and helps lead the assembly in song
- Usher/Greeter – ministry of hospitality: seating, comfort, communion flow, collecting the gifts, bulletins
- Money Counting – counts the weekend collection after Sunday Mass; training provided
- Liturgical Art & Environment – decorates worship spaces for the seasons; talents in sewing, flower arranging, etc. welcome
Faith Formation and Youth
Religious education for children is offered on Monday evenings at both the Clymer and Glen Campbell sites throughout the school year, with families asked to pick up children after class and to expect snow-day calls if needed. A separate Youth Ministry program also exists, oriented toward holistic spiritual, human, and community development, drawing on diocesan support and scholarships.
- Children's Faith Formation, Grades K–8
- Glen Campbell site: 6:15 PM – 7:30 PM
- Clymer site: 6:45 PM – 8:00 PM
- Contact: Marie Kirsch, 724-254-3041
- Youth Ministry – ongoing program for young people of the parish
Sacraments
Information published on the parish website focuses particularly on Marriage Preparation, advising couples to call their parish priest before setting a date and to notify the pastor one year in advance. The parish also prepares children for First Holy Communion through its Faith Formation program and arranges Baptisms and anointing of the sick through the parish office.
- Marriage Preparation – schedule a meeting with the parish priest before setting a date; notify the pastor one year in advance
- Eucharist – preparation via Faith Formation
- Baptism – coordinated through the parish office
- Anointing / sick calls – after-hours emergency: 724-717-3203
Committees and Pastoral Council
Beyond the standing liturgical ministries, Resurrection Parish maintains a Pastoral Council and other parish committees/organizations, including a visitation ministry that reaches out to parishioners in funeral homes and other pastoral settings.
- Pastoral Council (periodic meetings)
- Committees & Organizations, including a visitation ministry