St. Francis of Assissi Parish

St. Francis of Assisi Parish is a welcoming Catholic community in Western Fayette County, Pennsylvania, serving the former parishes of All Saints, Holy Rosary, Madonna, St. Mary, St. Procopius, and St. Thomas. The parish has two worship sites in Masontown and Footedale, offering multiple Mass times throughout the week. About

St. Francis of Assisi Parish is a Eucharistically-centered Catholic community in Western Fayette County, Pennsylvania. It was formed by merging the former parishes of All Saints, Holy Rosary, Madonna, St. Mary, St. Procopius, and St. Thomas. The parish is committed to promoting the mission of Jesus Christ and his church, rooted in the teachings of the Catholic faith. Who We Are

The parish has two worship sites: Masontown at 101 W. Church Ave, Masontown, PA 15461 and Footedale at 528 Footedale Road, New Salem, PA 15461. Both sites offer multiple Mass times throughout the week, with weekday Masses at 8:00 am and weekend Masses at 4:00 pm (Footedale) and 6:00 pm (Masontown). Masontown Mass Schedule, Footedale Mass Schedule

St. Francis of Assisi Parish has a dedicated team of clergy and staff, including Administrator Rev. Anthony J. Klimko and Parochial Vicars Rev. Teodoro Cortezano, Rev. Vincent Yee Concepcion, Rev. Alien Z. Rocamora, and Rev. Innocent Noronm Orduah. The parish also has a Pastoral Council and a Finance Council to support its mission and manage its finances. Leadership Councils

Newcomers and visitors are warmly welcomed to explore the many ways God encounters us through worship, service, and fellowship. The parish encourages visitors to complete the Parish Registration Form to become a member of the parish family. Newcomers & Visitors

The parish has a strong commitment to community service and outreach, with events like the annual Labor Day Festival and a Maintenance & Upkeep Team that volunteers for general, carpentry, masonry, electrical, and plumbing tasks. Events

St. Francis of Assisi Parish is handicap accessible at both its Masontown and Footedale sites, with accessible parking and restrooms. Who We Are

St. Francis of Assisi Parish in New Salem, PA, offers a welcoming Catholic community with two worship sites in Masontown and Footedale. First-time visitors will notice multiple Mass times throughout the week, a commitment to community service, and accessible facilities for all. The parish emphasizes traditional worship and fosters fellowship through events like the annual Labor Day Festival.

Pros

• Multiple Mass times at two convenient locations
• Handicap accessible parking and restrooms at both sites
• Community events like the annual Labor Day Festival
• Dedicated clergy and leadership councils
• Clear online registration process for newcomers
• Traditional worship style with a Eucharistic focus

Cons

• Some seniors may find accessibility challenges at certain locations
• Limited weekday Mass options beyond mornings
• No explicit mention of specific programs for children or youth beyond general faith formation
• Event details sometimes lack recurrence information
• Phone numbers and emails are not consolidated on the contact page
• No explicit guidance for non-Catholic visitors or interfaith families