Thanks to everyone who participated in the 2026 Tri-Lakes Life Prayer Chain
on Sunday, October 4!
Savio High School Youth Ministry
Bosco Middle School Youth Ministry
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!
New and Noteworthy
The parish offices are closed on Monday, October 12, in observation of Columbus Day.
SPCS Noodles Fundraising Night - Monday, October 19, 4-8pm
Please join us for dinner at Noodles & Co. (1358 Interquest Pkwy., Ste. 190) where 20% of all qualifying online and in-restaurant sales will go directly to the SPCS 8th grade DC trip fundraiser. If ordering online, please use GIVING20 at checkout; if ordering in store, please mention St. Peter Catholic School. Thank you for your support!
40 Days for Life - Saturday, October 24
Saturday, October 24, is our parish commitment in the FALL 40 Days for Life campaign. Parishioners will be on the Centennial Blvd. sidewalk outside Planned Parenthood from 7am-7pm in a silent witness when they are performing abortions. Can you offer up one hour on your Saturday to be a prayerful witness for women who have been deceived by the abortion industry? Your presence can make a difference in the life of a mother and her unborn child. You will not be alone. For more information or to make your one-hour commitment, contact Stephanie Kemp (stephanierkemp@gmail.com or 719-481-4355).
Knights of Columbus are on Facebook!
Our fabulous Knights of Columbus serve St. Peter in many ways. Follow them on Facebook to stay up-to-date on all their many activities and service projects.
https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61593714224109.
Prayer Intention
As we pray together each day at 3pm, please join us in praying for priests in the Diocese of Colorado Springs.
This Week
Holy Hour - Friday, October 9, 3pm
Parish Rosary (Glorious Mysteries)
Saturday, October 10, 4:30pm
Sunday, October 11, 10am
Sunday, October 11, 4:30pm
If you are unable to attend, click here for recordings to pray along with us on Saturday, Sunday, and throughout the week.
Parish offices closed - Monday, October 12
Tapping into Theology - Tuesday, October 13, 7pm
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.
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).
Holy Hour - Friday, October 16, 3pm
Family Adoration - Friday, October 16, 6-7pm
All are welcome! Adoration materials and coloring sheets are available. Confession available. Pizza and fellowship to follow. Sponsored by Inferno and Knights of Columbus.
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.
Reminders
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.
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.
194,020 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.
Give Hope to Survivors of Human Trafficking
"Hope Bag" Collection for Survivors of Human Trafficking
Ends This Weekend
September 26 - October 11
The parish drive to collect items for Hope Bags ends this weekend. Many thanks for all the items that have been donated so far. Every item collected will be given directly to a human trafficking survivor at the time of rescue. Continue to take tags and return the requested items through October 11. Thank you for your support of this worthy cause!
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!
