Catholic Churches in Kingston, Pennsylvania

St. Mary Protection

Byzantine Catholic

Diocese of Pittsburgh

Directions

Address

321 Chestnut Avenue
Kingston, PA 18704

About St. Mary Protection

St. Mary Pokrova (Protection) is a Byzantine Ruthenian Catholic parish in Kingston, Pennsylvania, belonging to the Eparchy of Passaic and in full communion with Rome. Worship follows the Eastern tradition with sung Divine Liturgy led by a cantor, primarily in English with elements of Church Slavonic, including Sunday and Saturday vigil liturgies. Community life features a Rosary Society, Byzantine Catholic Youth Group, and the parish's well-known Pirohi Makers.

St. Mary Protection is a Byzantine Catholic parish in Kingston, Pennsylvania, part of the Diocese of Pittsburgh. The parish offers Mass 5 times per week, including Sunday at 8 AM and 9 AM. Confession is available on Saturday. View the full schedule below.

Mass Schedule

Sunday

8 AM(Check Facebook page for bulletin)
9 AM(Divine Liturgy)

Wednesday

6 PM

Saturday

4 PM
5 PM(Vigil Liturgy)

Mass and sacrament times can change for holy days, seasons, and special events. Please confirm directly with the parish before visiting.

Confession Schedule

Saturday

4 PM - 5 PMBefore Vigil Liturgy, or upon request

Programs & Ministries

RCIA / OCIA (Becoming Catholic)

RCIA / OCIA

Faith Formation & Religious Education

Faith Formation

School of Religious Education

All ages

Complete, professional program of religious education for people of all ages.

Youth Ministry

Youth Group

Byzantine Catholic Youth Group

teens

Rosary Groups

Rosary Group

Rosary Society

Adults

Choir & Music Ministry

Choir

Cantors

Adults

Music ministry that leads congregational singing.

Other Ministries

Advisory Council

Adults

Schedule: monthly

Twelve member advisory council that assists the pastor in the administration and direction of the Church.

Meets monthly

Pirohi Makers

Adults

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the Mass times at St. Mary Protection? ▼

St. Mary Protection Mass times: Sunday at 8 AM, 9 AM. Weekday Mass is also celebrated on Wednesday.

When is confession at St. Mary Protection? ▼

St. Mary Protection confession times: Saturday 4 PM - 5 PM. Confession is also known as the Sacrament of Reconciliation.

Is there a Saturday Vigil Mass at St. Mary Protection? ▼

Yes, St. Mary Protection celebrates Saturday Vigil Mass at 4 PM, 5 PM. The Saturday Vigil Mass fulfills the Sunday Mass obligation for Catholics.

Where is St. Mary Protection located? ▼

St. Mary Protection is located at 321 Chestnut Avenue, Kingston, PA 18704. Get directions using the "Directions" button on this page.

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