Our priests will be away next week at a convocation. Please note the following changes to the daily Mass schedule:
Tuesday, October 6: NO Confessions, NO 5:30pm Mass
Wednesday, October 7: NO 8:15am Mass
Thursday, October 8: NO 8:15am Mass
Tuesday, October 6: NO Confessions, NO 5:30pm Mass
Wednesday, October 7: NO 8:15am Mass
Thursday, October 8: NO 8:15am Mass
Students who have received their First Holy Communion are eligible to serve.
Come hungry - concessions will be available in the SPCS gym!
Halloween Candy is Needed
The SPCS Trunk or Treat is right around the corner (Friday, October 23). We are collecting candy donations for the hundreds of ghosts and goblins who will descend upon campus. Please leave donations in the collection bucket near the church office. Thank you for supporting this community event!
Calling all cooks! Please support the Amazing Women’s Guild annual sale with casseroles, soups, or baked goods! Proceeds support multiple parish and community ministries. Click here for drop-off times and additional important details. For more information, contact Bonnie McGuire (bmcguire09@gmail) or MaryBeth Steele (marybethsteele17@gmail).
MARK YOUR CALENDARS!
The feast of St. Francis of Assisi is only a few days away, and we invite you to join us in celebrating with the brand-new challenge – Rebuild My Church!
Led by the incredible Fr. Mike Schmitz from Bible in a Year and Fr. Dave Pivonka, a Franciscan priest and president of Franciscan University of Steubenville, this 7-day challenge is all about praying for the Church and reflecting on the meaning of the words Jesus told St. Francis 800 years ago: “Go. Rebuild My Church.”
Join St. Francis of Assisi and jump into the waitlist today to start the challenge next Monday, October 5!
New to Hallow? Hallow is available FREE for all St. Peter parishioners. Join us on the St. Peter Hallow page and see for yourself why Hallow is the number one Catholic app.
Learn more and join HERE.
New and Noteworthy
Letter from Pope Leo marking the 100th Anniversary of the Reconstituted Pontifical Missions
New Parishioner Welcome Dinner - Wednesday, October 14, 8pm
All new parishioners are invited to a welcome dinner in the PMC. Bring the whole family! To RSVP or for more information, contact Debby Dover (debby.dover@petertherock.org).
Dine at Arlene’s Beans to Benefit Reclaiming Hope - Tuesday, October 22, 11am-8pm
Join us at Arlene's Beans in Monument to support survivors of human trafficking. A portion of all sales will go directly to Reclaiming Hope, a local Christian organization that cares for survivors by addressing their spiritual, emotional and physical needs. Thank you for supporting this worthy cause.
Roses for Life Weekend - October 17 & 18
Celebrate Life with Pikes Peak Citizens for Life (PPCFL) as we make available 1,000 beautiful, long-stem red roses - the International Symbol of Life - after all Masses. We have been participating in this effort since 1984. PPCFL is the oldest, all-volunteer pro-life organization in the Pikes Peak area whose focus is education, legislation and community outreach via the County and State Fairs, church presentations, radio ads and billboard campaigns. Your generous financial support will be greatly appreciated. To help out that weekend, contact stephanierkemp@gmail.com.
Prayer Intention
As we pray together each day at 3pm, please join us in praying for a spirit of stewardship in our parish.
This Week
Blessing of the Pets - Friday, October 2, 2:45pm
Details above.
Holy Hour - Friday, October 2, 3pm
Bosco Middle School Youth Group - Friday, October 2, 6-7:30pm
Join us in the PMC for friends, faith, food and fun. Additional details above. For more information, contact Sister Jackie Sardina (youth@petertherock.org).
Training for New and Existing Altar Servers AND Altar Server Appreciation Celebration - Saturday, October 3, 9am-noon
Details above.
2026 Diocesan Rosary Rally - Saturday, October 3, 9-11:30am
All are invited to the Annual Diocesan Rosary Rally! This special family event will take place at Saint Francis of Assisi Parish, 2650 Parish View, Colorado Springs, CO. The morning will include the praying of the Rosary, followed by Holy Mass celebrated by Father Erin Kochivar, and a keynote presentation by Father Michael Goodyear. Come together for a beautiful morning of prayer, faith, and fellowship. All are welcome!
Savio Goes Hiking - Saturday, October 3, 10am
Details above.
Parish Rosary (Glorious Mysteries)
Saturday, October 3, 4:30pm
Sunday, October 4, 10am
Sunday, October 4, 4:30pm
If you are unable to attend, click here for recordings to pray along with us on Saturday, Sunday, and throughout the week.
16th Annual Tri-Lakes Life Prayer Chain - Sunday, October 4, 1:30-3pm
Join your St. Peter family on Respect Life Sunday for a life chain along Hwy 105. Our silent, prayerful, public witness is in reparation for the horrific evil we continue to allow in our country. Life Chain signs can be picked up at the Safeway parking lot or the Park & Ride on Woodmoor Dr. beginning at 1pm. The Life Chain will spread from Palmer Lake through Monument all the way to the Jackson Creek Parkway intersection. Come show your support for mothers and their unborn children. For more information, contact stephanierkemp@gmail.com.
Savio Sunday - October 4, 6-8pm
Details above.
NO Confessions or 5:30pm Mass - Tuesday, October 6
NO 8:15am Mass - Wednesday, October 7
NO 8:15am Mass - Thursday, October 8
Holy Hour - Friday, October 9, 3pm
Reminders
Join us in the PMC for "The Mysterious Pattern of the Remnant" presented by Mike White. Mike attends St. Mark Parish in Highlands Ranch where he and his
wife serve as marriage prep facilitators. Mike's presentation on "The Remnant" will be the most challenging and controversial thus far. It required six months of extensive research to assure it is 100% authentic Catholic teaching. Learn more here. Refreshments are available for a donation. For planning purposes, RSVP to Stephanie Kemp (stephanierkemp@gmail.com or 719-481-4355) by October 12.
Mass of Remembrance - Thursday, November 5, 5:30pm
The Mass of Remembrance is a special liturgy to celebrate, remember and honor deceased loved ones who have gone to live in the light of the Lord. All are welcome.
Please pray the rosary every day
Please join in praying the St. Peter Parish Rosary on Saturday at 4:30pm, Sunday at 10am, or Sunday at 4:30pm. If you are unable to come, click here for recordings to pray along, Sat/Sun and throughout the week. Please pray the Rosary every day.
193,602 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 in the back of the church (by the new mural) and place in the glass vase. You can also write in your recurring weekly count one time to be included automatically or email Monica Whiteside at TJTM@petertherock.org.
prayed rosary count to be included in our parish tally, just fill in an anonymous tally sheet on the rosary table in the back of the church (by the new mural) and place in the glass vase. You can also write in your recurring weekly count one time to be included automatically or email Monica Whiteside at TJTM@petertherock.org.
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)
- SPCS Holiday Boutique - Saturday, November 14, 9am-3pm
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.
Join Fr. Gregory at the stadium on
Saturday, October 3!
Give Hope to Survivors of Human Trafficking
Annual "Hope Bag" Collection for Survivors of Human Trafficking
September 26 - October 11
Human trafficking is a tragedy still taking place every day in the US and around the world. This weekend we will kick off our annual drive to collect items for Hope Bags. Hope Bags are backpacks filled with basic clothing and toiletries, given to trafficked children and adults when they are rescued. Every Hope Bag includes a huggable teddy bear or stuffed animal. Through your donation, you can provide comfort and dignity to those who would otherwise feel alone and defeated. Look for the Teddy Bear in the church gathering area to find tags you can take and return with your items by October 11. Thank you for your support of this worthy cause!
