St Francis in the Fields Episcopal Church

05/21/2026

Thanks to the folks from St. Francis--including our now retired supply priest, the Rev. Nancy Threadgill--for joining the first Holy Hike this past Saturday. The weather was perfect for the first event of the season.

05/11/2026

The 2026 Holy Hikes season starts this Saturday, May 16th. Hope you can join us!

Mark your calendars! The 2026 season of Holy Hikes of Southwest Pennsylvania begins this coming Saturday, May 15th.

We will meet at Laurel Summit State Park at 10:00 a.m. This is a young family friendly hike. Bring your hiking shoes, hat, water, bug repellent, and sunscreen. We will celebrate Holy Eucharist at the end of the hike in the picnic area next to the parking lot.

The 2026 hiking season runs from May to October on the third Saturday of each month, starting at 10 a.m. This gives folks coming from farther away in the Diocese time to get to the trailheads. Look for announcements with details about each hike on the the Diocese's page a week or two before each hike.

Here is the full 2026 schedule:

- Saturday, May 16, 2026 - 10:00 am - Laurel Summit State Park (address in Somerset; between Rector and Somerset) - Spruce Flats Bog Trail (0.8 miles out and back) and Picnic Area Trail (1.5 miles) - YOUNG FAMILY FRIENDLY easy

- Saturday, June 20, 2026 - 10:00 am Bushy Run Battlefield Park (Jeannette) Edge Hill Trail.(1 mile loop) YOUNG FAMILY FRIENDLY easy. After the hike, spend time at the Visitor Center, stay for site tour, or walk the other trails on the property

- Saturday, July 18, 2026 - 10:00 am Indian Creek Valley Trail (Mill Run trail head near Camp Christian); Indian Creek Gorge section (3 miles out and back); easy

- Saturday, August 15, 2026 - 10:00 am Mount Davis Natural Area (Meyersdale); High Point Trail - 2 miles (out and back); easy; optional climb up the observation tower

- Saturday, September 19, 2026 - 10:00 am Kimberly Run Natural Area (Somerset ); South East trails off South parking lot - 2.5 miles; easy

- Saturday, October 17, 2026 - 10:00 am Laurel Hill State Park (near Somerset; Pump House Trailhead) to Jones Mill Dam - Pumphouse Trail to Martz Trail to Water Line Trail; about 3 miles; easy (except Water Line trail which is more difficult but downhill).

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04/05/2026

Join us for our
Easter Sunday service at 10 am. Alleluia! The Lord is risen, indeed!

04/02/2026

Blessings for the Triduum of Holy Week! Join us tomorrow, Good Friday, for Stations of the Cross at Noon.

04/01/2026

Stations of the Cross
Service
Friday, April 3
Noon

03/03/2026

This past Sunday, we joined our siblings in Christ from St. Mark's Episcopal Church, Johnstown to bid happy retirement to the Rev. Nancy Threadgill, who has served them for 12 years and us for two. Thank you, Rev. Nancy, for all that you have given to us. We will miss you--but hope to see you now and again!
Episcopal Diocese of Pittsburgh

02/23/2026

Yesterday, we bid farewell to our long term supply priest, the Rev. Nancy L. Threadgill, and celebrated her birthday after the morning worship service.

Thank you for all you have done for us these past couple of years, Rev. Nancy. We will miss you, but we wish you all the best as you launch this next phase of your life!
St. Mark's Episcopal Church Episcopal Diocese of Pittsburgh

02/17/2026

Join us for our Ash Wednesday service of Holy Eucharist Rite I and the imposition of ashes, tomorrow, Wednesday, February 18, 2026 at 5:00 pm. All are welcome!

God loves you! No exceptions!

02/03/2026

Episcopal Church Women meeting Tuesday February 3 at 6:30 pm. Special guest Sister Elaine.

01/24/2026

No services on Sunday, January 25, 2026 due to the extreme cold and impending winter storm.
Stay safe everyone!

12/31/2025

Ready to break free from the winter blues? Join us at St Francis in the Fields on Saturday afternoon, January 3, at 1 pm for a powerful and inspiring film experience with 'The Fourth Wiseman' starring Martin Sheen. Celebrate the spirit of Epiphany with us, and enjoy complimentary popcorn, hot chocolate, and coffee. Bring a lawn chair if you can ensure your comfort during the movie.