Our council is proud to support four men who will be ordained to the priesthood on June 27. This is a major moment not only for them and their families but also for our entire community that has walked with them on their journey.

Those being ordained and assigned parishes are:

• Erik Pintar (Corpus Christi Parish)

• Matthew Selzer (Sts. Francis and Clare Parish)

• Loc Van Tran (St. Isidore the Farmer Parish)

• Nicholas Wytiaz (Resurrection Parish)

Following the ordination, each new priest will celebrate his First Mass on June 28:

First Mass Schedule:

• Nicholas Wytiaz — 11:30 AM, St. Augustine Church (Lawrenceville)

• Erik Pintar — 12:00 PM, St. Paul Cathedral (Oakland)

• Loc Van Tran — 1:00 PM, St. Valentine Church (Bethel Park)

• Matthew Selzer — 3:00 PM, St. Teresa of Avila Church (Perrysville)

We encourage all members of the council, along with their families, to attend the Ordination Mass and support these men as they begin their priestly ministry. First Masses are also a powerful and meaningful way to continue celebrating this milestone.

Let’s show up strong as a council and be part of this moment.

Join us for Catholic Kennywood Day 2026, a joyful celebration of faith, family, and fellowship at Kennywood Park.

Hosted by the Dioceses of Pittsburgh and Greensburg, this annual event brings together Catholics from across the region for a full day of fun and spiritual renewal.

Event Details
📅 Date: Tuesday, July 14, 2026
📍 Location: Kennywood Park (Pavilion 5)
🎟️ Discounted tickets available

What to Expect

• Full day of Kennywood rides and attractions

• Children’s activities and games

• Sacrament of Reconciliation

• Divine Mercy Chaplet

• Praise & Worship

• Holy Mass celebrated by Bishop Eckman

• Optional community dinner

This year’s theme, “Riding the Call: Vocations in Full Thrill,” invites individuals and families to reflect on God’s call in their lives — whether to the priesthood, religious life, marriage, or service in the world.

Knights of Columbus Participation
Knights and their families are strongly encouraged to attend. Brothers are asked to wear their Blue Knights shirts so we can visibly represent our council, support vocations, and stand together in fraternity.

Schedule Highlights

• 11:00 AM – Park Opens

• 3:00 PM – Chaplet & Confessions

• 3:30 PM – Praise & Worship

• 4:30 PM – Holy Mass

• 5:30 PM – Community Dinner

👉 Register and learn more: https://pghpriest.com/catholic-kennywood-day

Come out for a great day of faith, fellowship, and fun with your family and fellow parishioners.

This September, the Catholic Diocese of Pittsburgh is launching FestPGH, a brand-new festival at Highmark Stadium that brings together faith, family, and community in a way our city hasn’t seen before. Built around the mission to connect, serve, and celebrate, the event will feature live music headlined by Switchfoot, along with Mass, confession, a kids zone, an artist market, and a “Faith in Action Village” highlighting local service opportunities. Best of all, it’s free and open to everyone.

This is more than just a concert; it’s a chance to experience faith in action and bring it beyond the walls of the church. As Knights, this is exactly the kind of event we should support. Bring your family, invite a friend, and be part of something that could make a lasting impact across Pittsburgh.

Find out more details at festpgh.org

SAVE THE DATE and join us for a powerful day of faith, fellowship, and inspiration centered on a powerful theme: “Epitome of Virtue” — The Holy Rosary at the 18th Gathering of Catholic Men’s Conference on Saturday, October 17th, 2026, at Duquesne University in Pittsburgh, PA.

Schedule:

• 12:00 PM - Adoration and Rosary

• 1:30 PM - Matt Leonard dives into “The Hail Mary: Biblical Backstory That Changes Everything.”

• 2:30 PM - Dave VanVickle brings a bold message in “Mary: The Terror of Demons.”

• 3:30 PM - Fr. Joe Freedy reflects on “The 4 Last Things & Our Lady’s Intercession.”

• 4:30 PM, Holy Mass celebrated by Bishop William Waltersheid, with a focus on Mary as Our Model.

Speaker Lineup:

• Matthew Leonard - Matthew is an international Catholic speaker, author, and podcaster dedicated to helping people grow in prayer and spiritual life. He is the founder of The Science of Sainthood and host of The Art of Catholic podcast.

• Dave VanVickle - Dave is a Catholic evangelist, speaker, and retreat leader known for his bold, engaging approach to authentic Catholic spirituality, spiritual warfare, and the universal call to holiness. He travels nationwide, inspiring audiences to deeper conversion and trust in Christ, drawing from both solid theology and real-life experience as a husband and father of five.

  Visit his website “The Catholic Truth About Angels,​ Demons, Ghosts, Exorcisms, and Hauntings.”

• Fr. Joe Freedy - Fr. Freedy is a Catholic priest and dynamic speaker from our own Diocese of Pittsburgh, known for his engaging talks at retreats, conferences, and parish events. He grew up in Bethel Park, Pennsylvania, played college football as a starting quarterback at the University of Buffalo, and, after discerning a deeper calling, entered the seminary and studied in Rome before being ordained in 2008.

  Today, he assists in diocesan evangelization and leads Dry Bones Ministries, bringing a passion for faith, healing, and spiritual growth to his audiences.

Visit the Catholic Men’s Fellowship of Western PA for more details!