For many years St. Peter has enjoyed having three priests in service to the parish. The retirements of Monsignors Jack Costello and Greg Schmidt and the re-assignment of Father Paul Hamilton brought in return only two priests to St. Peter – myself and Father Charlie Archer. This is a trend more parishes will be experiencing in the years ahead. By 2026, the Archdiocese of St. Louis will have fewer diocesan priests serving in parishes than there are parishes.
To read some of the statistics in our diocese, read Fr. O'Toole's bulletin article here.
The Eucharist is Real
Why should you come back to Mass? Because the Eucharist is truly the Body of Christ!
Listen to this message from Br. Peter, a Dominican friar and friend of the Word on Fire Institute. on the importance of the Eucharist that we receive in every Mass:
Celebrating our beloved Grandparents & Elderly
Sunday 25 July will see the celebration of the first World Day for Grandparents and the Elderly. The Catholic Grandparents Association of St. Peter Parish invites you to join in this celebration at Mass by saving the dates of July 24/25, 2021 on your calendar.
Learn more about Catholic Grandparents Association and World Day by visiting https://stpeterkirkwood.org/catholic-grandparents-association.
Saturday, July 24th, 5:00 pm Mass
- Sign the Book of Thanks & Prayers
- Childrens’ Prayers to Grandparents
- Chalk Drawings on the Plaza
- Ted Drewes Reception
Sunday, July 25, 8:00 am & 10:00 am Mass
- Sign the Book of Thanks & Prayers
- Childrens’ Prayers for Grandparents
- Donuts, Coffee & Beverages
- Chalk Drawings on the Plaza
Sunday, July 25, 5:00 pm Mass
- Sign the Book of Thanks & Prayers
- Childrens’ Prayers for Grandparents
- Ted Drewes Reception
- Chalk Drawings on the Plaza
The Real Presence of Jesus
Would you like to spend more time with Jesus?
Visit https://stpeterkirkwood.org/adoration-chapel to learn more about Adoration, Exposition, read about parishioners' experiences, and find answers to frequently asked questions about how to make a Holy Hour.
There are several open hours this week that are in need of an adorer. To sign up for one of these hours or to make an adoration commitment on a regular basis visit:
https://stpeterkirkwood.weadorehim.com/en
https://stpeterkirkwood.weadorehim.com/en
Contact Kristi Dentinger with any questions. kristi.dentinger@icloud.com.
Becoming Catholic - RCIA
Are you interested in learning more about the Catholic Church?
- Are you un-baptized but are beginning to feel a need to develop a relationship with God in your life?
- Are you baptized in another faith tradition or baptized Catholic but never received any formal religious education or additional sacraments?
- Are you married to a Catholic and attend Mass but just don’t know what the next step is to become one of the Catholic faithful?
- Are you yearning for something more in your life?
If you have answered “Yes” to any of these questions, we would like to invite you to one of our information sessions on August 12 and 19 at 6:30 PM. Our Sunday sessions will begin on September 19, 2021.
Please contact Linda Doyle at ldoyle@stpeterkirkwood.org or call 314-966-8600, ext.1011, if you would like more information about the RCIA process or the Information Sessions.
Knights of Columbus
Drive Through BBQ Fundraiser
The Knights of Columbus Kirkwood Council 2117 are hosting a Drive Through BBQ fundraiser to benefit Sts. Teresa and Bridget Food Pantry on Saturday, July 31, 2021, from 4:00pm - 7:00pm, in the St. Peter School parking lot on East Adams.
Preorders are required. Place your order by July 23rd.
See the flyer attached for more details and ordering information.
Putting Christ Back in Christmas
The Knights of Columbus Kirkwood Council 2117 wants to help our community showcase the true meaning of Christmas.
The Knights are taking orders for outdoor nativities. Each outdoor nativity scene is $50. Payment is due at the time of order. The nativities should arrive in September. All net proceeds will be given to Kenrick-Glennon Seminary to support seminarians as they answer God’s calling.
How can I continue to support St. Peter Parish?
God bless you for your generous giving! There are a few options you can choose:
- Mail your weekly offertory to St. Peter, 243 West Argonne, Kirkwood, MO 63122.
- Drop off your donation envelope in the mail slot at 243 West Argonne Drive.
- Make donations online through the Online Giving link here:
