New Parishioners

As a new member of the Saint Benedict the Abbot Parish, we ask that you fill out the Census Data Form and return it to our office. Follow the link on the right to fill out and print the Census Data Form.

As a registered member of this Roman Catholic community, you are responsible

1. To participate in the celebration of Sunday Mass every week.
2. To celebrate the sacraments according to the teaching of the church, which includes reception of Holy Eucharist and Reconciliation (confession) at least once a year during the Lenten/Easter seasons, and to observe the marriage laws of the Church.
3. To instill your Catholic faith in your children by enrolling them in our Faith Formation program or a Catholic School.
4. To continue your own spiritual development and growth through prayer, reading, and attending the various formation programs offered by the parish.
5. To share your time, talent, and treasure with God according to the biblical teaching of good stewardship, i.e. to participate in the ministries, organizations, and outreach programs of the parish; to volunteer in church events and programs as you are able; and to contribute financially to the support of the parish.
6. To understand that we belong to a Universal Church and so help the Pittsburgh Diocese carry on the work of the Gospel as we are asked through the support of the annual Parish Share Program.