The holiday boutique is ON but will begin at 11am to allow for snow removal.
Sponsorships are open and earlier bird tickets are on sale.
Visit our website at SPCSGALA2025.givesmart.com.
IMPORTANT!
Bathroom Renovation Project Update
Construction is underway and scheduled to be completed by the end of November. Thank you for your patience during the renovation process.
Two porta potties with a hand-washing station are available outside the west doors, between the church and school alley.
PARENTS: PLEASE ALWAYS ACCOMPANY YOUR CHILDREN TO THE RESTROOM.
PLEASE BEWARE
Criminals posing as Fr. Gregory are contacting parishioners asking for gift cards. We understand they are sending emails and text messages. Please ignore these requests. Member of the clergy will NEVER contact you via email or text to ask for gift cards. If you have any questions, please call the office at 719-481-3511.
Liturgical Ministry Team Training
Lectors - Saturday, November 9, 2:30-3:30pm
EMHCs - Thursday, November 14, 3-5:15pm
Ushers - Saturday, November 16, 2:30pm
Greeters - Saturday, November 16, 3pm
Altar Servers - Saturday, November 23, 2:30-4:30pm
(for new and existing servers in need of refresher training)
For more information and to RSVP, contact Deacon CJ Johnson (cjohnson@diocs.org).
Perhaps you know a single man or woman (18 years or older) who would, in your opinion, have qualities to become a priest, sister, brother, deacon, or consecrated virgin. Please recommend this person to Fr. Gregory (ggolyzniak@diocs.org). Those you nominate will receive a letter from Bishop James Golka, congratulating them on living the Christian Life in an exemplary way and gently inviting them to begin formally discerning their calling, as well as helpful information and resources. There are no requirements or commitments on their part – only a loving invitation from the Lord. Learn more here.
New and Noteworthy
HOLY HOUR IS CANCELLED - Friday, November 8
HOLIDAY BOUTIQUE - Saturday, November 9
NOW STARTS AT 11AM to allow for snow removal.
Bosco Youth Group - Sunday, November 10, 6:15-7:30pm
Middle school students: Join us for a turkey & ham sandwich bar, wild games, a gobble gobble craft and mingling with friends. Please bring a treat to share. For more information, contact Sr. Pham (sr.pham@petertherock.org).
Middle school students: Join us for a turkey & ham sandwich bar, wild games, a gobble gobble craft and mingling with friends. Please bring a treat to share. For more information, contact Sr. Pham (sr.pham@petertherock.org).
Saint Formation
Dive into the Doctors and Fathers of the Church via translated original writings. The group meets generally on the 2nd and 4th Saturdays at the St. John Henry Newman Catholic Center Library and online via TEAMS. For details, click here or contact Wade Feller (fellerwa@hotmail.com or 719-332-0414).
Giving Tree
The Giving Tree will be placed in the vestibule on November 15. It will be decorated with name tags that bear gift requests. Simply take a tag from the tree, purchase the gift requested, and return it unwrapped to the tree. If you wish, you can always bring in a roll of wrap or gift bags for the families, too. Cash donations and gift cards are always accepted. Please return your donation by Friday, December 1. With your help, we can continue to bring HOPE and JOY to community members who need it most.
Respect Life
Please click here to review a list of upcoming Respect Life activities and events.
This Week
SPCS Holiday Boutique & Craft Fair - Saturday, November 9, 11am-3pm
Details above.
Lector training - Saturday, November 9, 2:30-3:30pm
Training will begin in the large conference room. For more information and to RSVP, contact Deacon CJ Johnson (cjohnson@diocs.org).
Training will begin in the large conference room. For more information and to RSVP, contact Deacon CJ Johnson (cjohnson@diocs.org).
Parish Rosary (Glorious Mysteries)
Saturday, November 9, 4:30pm
Sunday, November 10, 10am
Sunday, November 10, 4:30pm
If you are unable to come, click here for recordings to pray along with us on Saturday, Sunday, and throughout the week.
Parents' Coffee and Donuts - Sunday, November 10, 9:15-10am
Join us in the school cafeteria for coffee and donuts. Childcare is available in the school gym.
Join us in the school cafeteria for coffee and donuts. Childcare is available in the school gym.
Bosco Youth Group - Sunday, November 10, 6:15-7:30pm
Details above.
Tapping into Theology - Tuesday, November 12, 7pm
"A Journey and Reflections Finding the Meaning of the Eucharist in Our Lives" 60,000 Catholics gathered in Indianapolis this summer for the 10th National Eucharistic Congress. It was a pivotal moment in both American history and the legacy of the Catholic Church. United in prayer with fellow Catholics across the country, the pilgrims worshipped Jesus in the Blessed Sacrament and sought repentance for our country in joy and hope. Join us in the PMC to hear the personal reflections of those who represented our parish family at the Eucharistic Congress. You will be encouraged and inspired by Fr. Gregory, Deacon Scotty Bowen, Deacon CJ Johnson, Sister Pham, Debby Dover, Tara Stone and Melissa Smith. Refreshments available for a donation. To RSVP (especially if requesting pizza), contact Stephanie Kemp (stephanierkemp@gmail.com or 719-481-4355).
EMHC training - Thursday, November 14, 3-5:15pm
Training will begin in the large conference room. For more information and to RSVP, contact Deacon CJ Johnson (cjohnson@diocs.org).
Training will begin in the large conference room. For more information and to RSVP, contact Deacon CJ Johnson (cjohnson@diocs.org).
Holy Hour - Friday, November 15, 3pm
Usher training - Saturday, November 16, 2:30pm
Training will begin in the large conference room. For more information and to RSVP, contact Deacon CJ Johnson (cjohnson@diocs.org).
Greeter training - Saturday, November 16, 3pm
Training will begin in the large conference room. For more information and to RSVP, contact Deacon CJ Johnson (cjohnson@diocs.org).
Training will begin in the large conference room. For more information and to RSVP, contact Deacon CJ Johnson (cjohnson@diocs.org).
Greeter training - Saturday, November 16, 3pm
Training will begin in the large conference room. For more information and to RSVP, contact Deacon CJ Johnson (cjohnson@diocs.org).
Reminders
SPCS Butter Braids Fundraiser
The SPCS 8th grade class is selling Butter Braids to raise funds for their end of year trip to Washington DC. To place an order, click here or stop by the school office during school hours. The order deadline is November 13 with delivery by November 21.
Book of the Faithful Departed
We offer you the opportunity to recognize the faithful departed by writing their names in a book that we will place in the vestibule of the church from October 31 to November 30. You also may write the names of your faithful departed on your offering envelopes. Please write the names legibly and we will transcribe them into the book. We will offer a special prayer intention for all identified in the book at all Masses the weekend of December 9 & 10.
One Nation Walking Together Christmas Boxes for Native Elders
Elder boxes are shoeboxes filled with new, useful items for Native American Elders. They are wrapped in Christmas paper and labeled either elder man or woman.
Some suggested items include personal hygiene items (soap, shampoo, lotion, toothbrush etc.), notecards, pens, sugar free candy, dried fruit, socks, gloves, nail clippers, lip balm, coffee mug. Please bring wrapped boxes to the church office by November 10. Your gifts will help bring a smile and warm a heart this Christmas!
Worthy Retreat for 8th - 12th Grade Girls - November 8-9
5pm Friday -10:30pm Saturday
The retreat is hosted at Saint Francis of Assisi in Colorado Springs. The cost is $80 and includes all meals & materials. Scholarships may be available upon request. For more information, click here, email pilotpt10@comcast.net or call/text Tonya (719-210-7595).
Christmas Wreaths On Sale Now!
Scout Troop 17 is selling top-quality wreaths and other fresh greenery items just in time for the Christmas season! They make fabulous gifts for family and friends or any of those hard-to-buy-for people on your holiday shopping list. Click here to see all the selections and place your order. The customer code is BST017 and the beneficiary is TROOP 17 (or the name of a Troop 17 Scout you know.) The order deadline is Friday, November 15, and orders will ship directly to recipients right after Thanksgiving. For each item sold, the Scouts will earn money for their outdoor adventures in 2025. For more information, contact Suzanne Schwartze at 719-659-3267. Thank you for supporting our St. Peter Scouts!
GriefShare: Surviving the Holidays - November 20, 2-4pm
The holidays can be challenging after experiencing the loss of a loved one. GriefShare is a friendly and caring group that will benefit those who need support as they face the holiday season. “Surviving the Holidays” is a place to be around people who understand what you are feeling. The group will meet in the PMC. Registration is not required. Contact Melissa Smith (melissa.smith@petertherock.org) for more information.
The holidays can be challenging after experiencing the loss of a loved one. GriefShare is a friendly and caring group that will benefit those who need support as they face the holiday season. “Surviving the Holidays” is a place to be around people who understand what you are feeling. The group will meet in the PMC. Registration is not required. Contact Melissa Smith (melissa.smith@petertherock.org) for more information.
To Jesus Through Mary Ministry
To learn more about this ministry, click here or contact Elaine Martinez at emartinezemm@comcast.net.
Please pray the rosary every day. 149,961 rosaries prayed so far by St. Peter parishioners! If you would like your prayed rosary count to be included in our parish tally, just fill in an anonymous tally sheet on the rosary table and place in the glass vase at your convenience. You can also write in your recurring weekly count one time to be included automatically
Online Giving
Click here to make an offering via our safe, secure and convenient online giving program.
Upcoming events (find the complete list at petertherock.org)
- National Night of Prayer - Monday, December 9, after 5:30pm Mass
For the latest news and information, visit petertherock.org, our parish Facebook page, or call the office at 719-481-3511.
Our Mission
St. Peter Parish is a welcoming community of different backgrounds living the joy of Catholic faith in the Diocese of Colorado Springs.
St. Peter Parish is a welcoming community of different backgrounds living the joy of Catholic faith in the Diocese of Colorado Springs.
If you have not done so already, please consider supporting this annual appeal and help us reach our parish goal. A portion of your donation will be returned for use at St. Peter. Click here to make a secure online donation.