Before poet Jane Greer died, she reached out to Beatrice Institute about a dream—"my fantasy!" she called it—to gather in Pittsburgh and celebrate poetry. This event is free and open to the public, so feel welcome to bring a friend for a delightful evening of poetry. RSVP

As we continue to celebrate the Jubilee Year of St. Francis, join us for a three week book study of G.K. Chesterton's "St. Francis of Assisi". This modern exploration of St. Francis is full of Chesterton's wit and wisdom, providing some unique insights into the "troubadour of God."

Join Fr. Tom Gramc for beer, brats & the Bible! Brats will be provided at 7:30 PM followed by an exploration of upcoming Sunday Mass readings led by Fr. Tom. BYOB and no reservation required. Stick around afterwards for an opportunity for conversation and community.

Beginning April 29, we will explore St. Bonaventure's "Life of St. Francis" with Br. Thomas Piolata, a Capuchin friar, Bonaventure scholar, and professor at The Catholic University of America. We will meet for three lectures in person at The Port, and be joined virtually by Br. Thomas.

Beatrice Institute's 2026 Spring Salon will feature the Pittsburgh Premier of the award winning documentary, The Inner Sea, at Row House in Lawrenceville (with overflow seating in The Port) followed by a discussion with director Kate Stapleton and her husband Casey at the Port.

Run for a Reason! The Pittsburgh Marathon is coming up on Sun, May 3. We have a group running to raise money for our local conference of St. Vincent De Paul, an organization that supports our neighbors in need. If you would like to join one of our relay teams, please reach out to Br. Ross

Beginning April 29, we will explore St. Bonaventure's "Life of St. Francis" with Br. Thomas Piolata, a Capuchin friar, Bonaventure scholar, and professor at The Catholic University of America. We will meet for three lectures in person at The Port, and be joined virtually by Br. Thomas.

Beginning April 29, we will explore St. Bonaventure's "Life of St. Francis" with Br. Thomas Piolata, a Capuchin friar, Bonaventure scholar, and professor at The Catholic University of America. We will meet for three lectures in person at The Port, and be joined virtually by Br. Thomas.

St. Padre Pio Parish and The Port are providing an opportunity for prayer and reflection. Lectio Divina, "Divine Reading," is a time-proven method of prayer in which we slowly and prayerfully read and meditate upon the scriptures.

Join Fr. Tom Gramc for beer, brats & the Bible! Brats will be provided at 7:30 PM followed by an exploration of upcoming Sunday Mass readings led by Fr. Tom. BYOB and no reservation required. Stick around afterwards for an opportunity for conversation and community.