St. Gertrude Roman Catholic Church

St. Gertrude Roman Catholic Church features a basilica plan with a central pavilion, two campanilles, and a 13-light rose window on its front facade.

The church, designed by architect John Theodore Comes in the Italian Romanesque Revival style, opened its doors to worshippers in 1903 in Westmoreland County.

The church maintains Cardinal Maida Academy on its grounds, providing education from kindergarten through sixth grade with state-certified teachers leading the classrooms.

Located at 311 Franklin Avenue, the church contains a Schulmerich Carillons electro-mechanical bell chime system that rings throughout the neighborhood during services.

The Latin inscription 'Adorate dominum in aula sancta ejus' decorates the church's front, translating to 'Worship the Lord in his holy court.'

Location: Pennsylvania

Inception: 1903

Architects: John Theodore Comès

Architectural style: Romanesque architecture

GPS coordinates: 40.60278,-79.56861

Latest update: August 31, 2025 09:30