About me

Welcome! I’m Fr. Andrew (Andy) Boyd, a priest of the Roman Catholic Diocese of Erie. I currently serve as pastor of Immaculate Heart of Mary Parish in Mercer, Pennsylvania, and St. Columbkille Parish in Stoneboro, Pennsylvania. I also have the privilege of serving as Dean of the Greenville Deanery.

I was raised in Erie, PA and received a Catholic education throughout my life. From an early age, I sensed a persistent and joyful call to the priesthood, one that shaped my prayer, my choices, and ultimately the direction of my life. Over the years, that call has only deepened into a desire to give my whole life to Christ and His Church in the service of God’s people.

At the Heart of My Ministry

At the center of everything I do is a love for Jesus Christ truly present in the Holy Eucharist. The Eucharist is not simply one devotion among many, it is the heart of the Church’s life and the source of Christian strength, unity, and mission.

Flowing from that love is a passion for evangelization: helping people encounter Christ, rediscover the beauty of Catholic faith, and grow into intentional disciples. In a world that often feels uncertain or fragmented, the Gospel remains truly “good news” and the Church remains the place where Christ continues to meet, heal, teach, and send His people forth.

Beyond the Sanctuary

In addition to parish ministry, I enjoy opportunities to teach, speak, and create resources that support faith formation and parish renewal. When I’m not working, I enjoy technology and creative projects, as well as the occasional bit of “geek culture”, a hobby that continues to keep me curious and grateful for the ways God’s gifts can be used for good.

Thank you for visiting my website. I hope that whatever brought you here, you find something that strengthens your faith, encourages your heart, and helps you draw closer to Christ.