What We Believe
You are loved.
At St. David’s, we believe that God loves you as you are. No matter who you are, you are valuable and worthy of love and consideration. There is nothing you need to do, be, or believe to earn God’s love, and there is nothing that will cause God to stop loving you.
Jesus’ teachings show us the power of love, compassion, and kindness, and we do our best to follow His example within our church, in our community, and with everyone we meet.
You are welcome.
Anyone, regardless of their identity, background, or beliefs, is welcome at St. David’s. Our congregation is made up of a wide variety of people, and what unites us is a desire to understand, support, and find compassion for one another.
Whether you’re a lifelong Episcopalian, searching for a new church, or exploring your spiritual life more broadly, you are welcome here.
St. David's works to make our services highly accessible to families, elders, persons with disabilities, and anyone with special needs. For newcomers to faith, know that St. David's is a place where you can belong no matter what you believe. You'll never have to defend your chosen way of life, pretend to believe something you don't, or pay to be a part of our community, and your questions are always welcome and encouraged.
You are invited.
Participation at St. David’s is always an invitation, never an obligation. Whether you visit just once or become a lifelong member, we are honored and privileged to worship with you, and you are invited to join us in our ministries or for Sunday services whenever you’re able.
If you appreciate our work and want to help sustain it, you’re invited to support our community with your time, talent, or treasure, and you’ll have our deepest gratitude for whatever you can do to help.
And if you’re seeking a greater understanding of your spiritual life, you’re invited to deepen your faith by joining us regularly for church services, serving the community, coming to Bible study, or simply meeting Rev. Kris for coffee.
Where You Can Find Us:
St. David’s serves the greater Pittsburgh area, especially the South Hills regions of Peter’s Township, Upper St. Clair, Bethel Park, and South Fayette. We also stream our services online to reach those who cannot attend in person.
St. David’s hosts weekly Sunday services at 10 am Eastern time. Services are held in-person at the church (905 E McMurray Rd, Venetia, PA 15367) and streamed online via Facebook.
You can also find us serving the community through our ministries, including support for food banks, homeless shelters, and more.
About The Episcopal Church
The Episcopal Church is a mainline Protestant denomination in the United States and beyond, representing the worldwide Anglican Communion. The Episcopal tradition seeks to follow Jesus’ example through compassion, thoughtful faith, and service to others.
We emphasize the via media, or “middle way,” which charts a pathway between extremes, balancing traditions with openness to new understanding.
The Episcopal Church is rooted in the principles of democracy, and both clergy and lay members share leadership in elected bodies at the parish and diocesan levels.
Episcopalians approach faith through a balance of scripture, tradition, and reason, to explore spiritual life with humility, curiosity, and respect for differing perspectives.
If you’re coming from a Roman Catholic background, you’re likely to find The Episcopal Church to be more contemporary and inclusive, while having familiar rituals like the Eucharist and liturgical traditions.
If you’re coming from a non-religious background, we hope you’ll resonate with our message of love and understanding, and find that the ceremonial practices of our Sunday services create a space for reflection and sacred meditation.
If you’d like to learn more about The Episcopal Church, you can visit https://www.episcopalchurch.org/ or reach out to us at St. David’s.
You're Invited.
Join us any Sunday at 10:00 AM.
We’d love to meet you, introduce you to a few friendly faces, and answer any questions you might have.