Bishop Zubik Visits ACJ For Mass and Foot-Washing Ceremony
Published on April 18, 2025
The Foundation of HOPE and the Allegheny County Jail welcomed Diocese of Pittsburgh Bishop David Zubik to the jail on Holy Thursday, April 17, 2025.
Emulating the actions of Jesus during the Last Supper, Bishop Zubik washed the feet of a dozen incarcerated men before leading them in Mass in the jail’s Contact Visits Room.
Following the service, the Bishop joined about 40 incarcerated individuals in a reception that included doughnuts and juice.
This marked Bishop Zubik’s second Holy Thursday visit since the COVID-19 pandemic.
Media inquiries may be directed to Jesse Geleynse, Public Information Officer for the Allegheny County Jail
jesse.geleynse@alleghenycounty.us or by phone at 412-350-1267 or 412-760-4760 (cell).