About St. John the Baptist [Ukrainian] · McKeesport, Pennsylvania
St. John the Baptist Ukrainian Catholic Church in McKeesport, Pennsylvania, has served the Greater Pittsburgh area for over 114 years. Located next to Renziehausen Park and near McKeesport Senior High School, the parish welcomes all, including practicing Roman Catholics, who fulfill their Sunday obligation by attending. Services are conducted in English, though the church has Ukrainian heritage; its liturgy features singing and is described as beautiful and enriching. The community is diverse and friendly, offering fellowship events like Pascha Dinner and Pork Chop Dinner.
- Established
- 1911
- Patron
- St. John the Baptist
- Diocese
- Ukrainian Catholic Eparchy of Pittsburgh
Why belong here
Join a welcoming, diverse community that celebrates fellowship through events like Pascha Dinner and Pork Chop Dinner. Experience the beauty of Byzantine liturgy with rich singing and a warm, inclusive atmosphere. All are welcome, including Roman Catholics, who fulfill their Sunday obligation by attending.
Mass times at St. John the Baptist [Ukrainian]
Weekly Mass schedule
About Us
St. John the Baptist Ukrainian Catholic Church is proud to have been serving the Greater Pittsburgh area for over 114 years. Located next to Renziehausen Park and near McKeesport Senior High School, the parish welcomes all, including practicing Roman Catholics, who fulfill their Sunday obligation by attending. While there are some differences between the services, we all share a common love of the Gospel and Jesus Christ. The Byzantine Liturgy incorporates a lot of singing, and many people have found it to be a truly beautiful and enriching experience. While our church is proud of its Ukrainian heritage, our parishioners come from a wide variety of ethnic backgrounds. With the exception of an occasional song, all of our Divine Liturgies and other services are conducted in English.
Divine Liturgy
Sunday - 9:00 AM. St. Demetrius in Jeannette will also have Sunday Liturgy at 11:30 AM. A Saturday Divine Liturgy is held at the Assumption of the Mother of God parish in Latrobe at 4:00 pm. Any changes to the Divine Liturgy schedule will be announced in the church bulletin and on our website.
Other Services
St. John's offers traditional services for every sacrament. From Baptisms and First Holy Communion to Weddings and Funerals, our church is an ideal location for all Holy services.
Pyrohy Project
Many people from around the Greater Pittsburgh area proclaim that we make the best pierogies around! Stop in and pick some up to judge for yourself. We are also always looking for volunteers to help with the Pyrohy Project. No experience is necessary, so if you'd like to learn about the pierogi making process, we'd love to hear from you!