Adult Education

You're never too old to engage in the educational aspects of the Catholic Faith. Check out our parish's offerings of classes, online seminars, and workshops to inspire your faith journey! 

About Adult Education

At Saint Paul of the Cross Parish, we believe that there is always more to learn about our faith. Throughout the year, we offer opportunities for adult education courses and fellowship opportunities. Feel free to check out the Ministries and Organizations page to supplement your learning with charitable works and social fellowship throughout our parish. 

Some events below ask for you to "register".  Registration is very helpful in preparing materials and the meeting spaces. If you have trouble with the links below, contact Don Fontana at dfontana@stpaulofthecross.com, or call the parish office, so plans can be made for you to attend.

Baptism Classes

Completion of a Pre-Baptism class is required with your first child before scheduling.  Baptism classes will be held on  July 8th in the DePalma Room* from 5:30 -7:00 PM. If you have questions, or would like to register, contact Don Fontana at dfontana@stpaulofthecross.com.
*The sidewalk to the DePalma Room is nestled between the 5 garage bays on the St. Anne campus.  You will see a sign for the room as you walk closer to the white garage doors.

Guest Speaker

Tuesday, June 24th, 7:15PM, Convent Dining Room
For God and Our Country, the Remarkable Life of Edward Vattmann, Priest and Patriot by James K, Hanna

Jim Hanna has written a biography of Father Edward Vattmann, an Army chaplain and good friend to six US Presidents. WIlliam McKinley said, "the American Catholic Church can point with proud exultation to that noble type of priest and patriot - Father Edward Vattmann." Teddy Roosevelt called Father Vattmann "a good soldier and a good priest, a most useful citizen, and the staunchest of American patriots." Join the author Jim Hanna in the Convent Dining Room on Tuesday, May 27th at 7:15 PM for a discussion of this remarkable priest and patriot. Books will be available.

Contact Don Fontana with questions at dfontana@stpaulofthecross.com

Theology on Tap

Thursday, June 12th - 7:00 PM  
Let Us Make Machines In Our Image: A Catholic Perspective on AI.

Caliente's - Mt. Lebanon (Upper Room)
Young adults (ages 21+) are invited to Theology on Tap, Thursday, June 12th from 7:00-9:00 PM at Caliente's (Upper Room). Pizza, wings, salad, and first beer/wine are compliments of our parish.  
 
Jeff Patrizio discovered his love for philosophical and theological inquiry as an undergraduate at Penn State, majoring in Human Development and Family Studies. It was there that it became clear to him that human beings are extraordinarily and wonderfully complex creatures that can only reach their proper fulfillment when they are in a right relationship with their Creator. This awareness led Jeff to pursue an M.A. in Theology at Franciscan University, where he fell more deeply in love with Jesus Christ and decided to discern a vocation with the monks of Saint Vincent Archabbey. While the monastery would not be his permanent home, the knowledge and experience he gained in the school of Saint Benedict was ultimately realized as the Chairman of the Religion Department at Oakland Catholic High School.
 
Jeff will discuss: "Let Us Make Machines In Our Image: A Catholic Perspective on AI."
Registration is preferred. Contact Don Fontana at dfontana@stpaulofthecross.com for more information. Click HERE to register.
  
 

Get FORMED in the Faith

FORMED is an online platform geared toward adults and families for the purpose of learning and engaging in Catholic content. You can find books, movies, documentaries, studies, and audio talks to support your interests and needs. Saint Paul of the Cross Parish often uses this platform for adult education classes, sacramental preparation, and as a supplement to Bible studies, and we want to offer our parishioners the opportunity to join in our membership. 
Click here for directions on how to join for FREE!