The collaborative spirit within the new Central Deanery is powered by the dedication of our pastors:, Fr. Matthew Hawkins (St. Benedict the Moor), Fr. Brendan Dawson (St. Jude), Fr. Larry Adams (St. Mary Magdalene), Fr. Kris Stubna (Saint Paul Cathedral), Fr. Thomas Gramc (St. Pio of Pietrelcina, also the new Dean), and Fr. Nicholas Vaskov (Shrines of Pittsburgh Parishes: Immaculate Heart of Mary, Most Holy Name of Jesus (St. Anthony Chapel), St. Nicholas, St. Patrick/St. Stanislaus and Divine Mercy Parish). These pastors are committed to uniting their unique gifts and talents  and enabling the Body of Christ to more fully extend the love and message of Jesus Christ to all.  As these pastors begin their work together, this first year will focus on shared envisioning and careful listening to all parishioners. Your input is valued, and listening sessions will be held in each parish within the Central Deanery this fall.  As our clergy embark on this collaborative work, let us together pray for an outpouring of the Holy Spirit upon them and all the faithful that together we may grow in unity for the sake of God’s Kingdom.  

To nurture greater collaboration and unity in ten of our City of Pittsburgh Parishes, Bishop Zubik recently announced the formation of a new deanery within the North Vicariate of the Diocese of Pittsburgh. This new deanery, which will be formally established on July 1, 2025, will be known as the Central Deanery. It will consist of ten neighboring parishes, uniting Divine Mercy, St. Benedict the Moor, St. Jude, St. Mary Magdalene, Saint Paul Cathedral, St. Pio of Pietrelcina, and the Shrines of Pittsburgh Parishes (Immaculate Heart of Mary, Most Holy Name of Jesus (St. Anthony Chapel), St. Nicholas, St. Patrick/St. Stanislaus). This formation marks a step towards fostering even greater cooperation and building a more unified, vibrant Catholic presence across our beloved city.

To nurture greater collaboration in ten of our City of Pittsburgh parishes, Bishop Zubik recently announced the formation of a new deanery within the North Vicariate of the Diocese of Pittsburgh. This new deanery, to be established on July 1, 2025, will be known as the Central Deanery. It will consist of ten neighboring parishes, including Divine Mercy, St. Benedict the Moor, St. Jude, St. Mary Magdalene, Saint Paul Cathedral, St. Pio of Pietrelcina, and the Shrines of Pittsburgh Parishes (Immaculate Heart of Mary, Most Holy Name of Jesus (St. Anthony Chapel), St. Nicholas, St. Patrick/St. Stanislaus). This formation marks a significant step towards fostering greater cooperation and a more unified Catholic presence in our city. This first year will focus on shared envisioning and careful listening to parishioners. Your input is vital, and listening sessions will be held in each deanery parish this fall. As we embark upon this journey of greater collaboration, let us together pray that the Holy Spirit will guide the process and strengthen our Church to bring the love of Jesus to all.

Bishop Zubik recently announced that there is a growing spirit of collaboration among ten pastors in the City of Pittsburgh. These pastors are exploring exciting possibilities for how to work together, more fully embracing the Church's mission and sharing the Gospel of Jesus Christ.
 
To nurture this hope, Bishop Zubik is forming the Central Deanery within the North Vicariate of the Diocese of Pittsburgh, effective July 1, 2025. This new deanery will be comprised of the parishes of Divine Mercy, St. Benedict the Moor, St. Jude, St. Mary Magdalene, Saint Paul Cathedral, St. Pio of Pietrelcina, and the Shrines of Pittsburgh Parishes (Immaculate Heart of Mary, Most Holy Name of Jesus (St. Anthony Chapel), St. Nicholas, St. Patrick/St. Stanislaus). Fr. Gramc has been appointed as the Dean of the Central Deanery to guide this collaboration, while he continues as pastor of St. Pio Parish.
 
This initiative aims to foster cooperation, facilitate communication, and coordinate shared pastoral activities. This first year will focus on shared envisioning and careful listening to parishioners from all ten parishes. Your input is vital, and listening sessions will be held in each deanery parish this fall. Details will be forthcoming. Please keep our clergy in your prayers as we embark on this exciting journey to strengthen our Church and bring the Gospel of Jesus Christ to all.