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FormationAdult Faith Formation
Adults are provided a wide variety of faith forming programs and events to grow in relationship with God. Opportunities include presentations, parish missions, bible studies and retreats, to name a few. Visit the Adult Faith Formation webpage for the latest opportunities.
Parish School of Religion
Director of Religious Education, Ellen Frederick
[email protected]
985.893.2446
PSR provides religious education for grades 1-10
St. Peter Catholic School
Principal, Michael Kraus
www.stpetercov.org
St. Peter Catholic School, the biggest ministry of St. Peter Parish, provides education for grades PK-7.
Vocations
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Opportunities to serve and get involved
ACTS Retreats for Men and Women
ACTS retreats for men and women individually are parish-based events that offer parishioners an opportunity to experience the love of Jesus Christ, which in turn fosters a desire for intentional discipleship.
Altar Society
Bereavement Meals
Catholic Scripture Study for Women
Mary Chatry
[email protected]
The Catholic Scripture Study for Women is a vibrant group of facilitators and participants who gather at one of four different sessions in the program. They meet in the Upper Room for one or two studies a year.
Emergency Preparedness
George Naquin
[email protected]
The Emergence Preparedness Apostolate operates to prepare, develop, implement and monitor an effective emergency plan for our parish church, school and community. Download important checklists and get helpful links on their webpage.
Environment
Fiat Friends
Beth Montelepre
[email protected]
Fiat Friends is a Catholic Book Study for mothers and mothers-to-be.
Garden Apostolate
Veggie Garden Apostolate
Mary Catherine Frances
[email protected]
A community garden ministry benefitting the Little Light Food Pantry. Interested in helping? Fill out this google doc.
Knights of Columbus Council #12906
Grand Knight, Gerald Nuss
The Knights of Columbus is a fraternal service organization. The Knights are involved in service to the community, charitable activities, and religious and family activities. Membership is open to Catholic men. For more information on how to become a Knight, visit the Knights of Columbus webpage, or the Knights official website https://www.kooc12906.org
Meals For New Moms
Men's Association
Eric Carter
985.807.4997
The Men's Association works under the direction of the Pastor for the well being of our church community, and to draw closer to God through prayer, fellowship and various activities, such as the annual Parish Picnic.
Money Counters
OCIA (Order of Christian Initiation for Adults)
[email protected]
OCIA is the process by which the Church brings people into full communion. OCIA is for adults at all stages of their faith journey: those in need of Baptism, those baptized in another Christian faith but interested in becoming Catholic, and those baptized Catholic in need of First Communion and/or Confirmation.
Parish Receptions
She Shall Be Called Woman
TMIY (That Man Is You)
Vincent Bologna
504.319.9828
Brian Cochran
985.705.3594
That Man is You is a men's program that meets weekly to honestly address the pressures and temptations that men face in our modern culture, especially those relating to their roles as husbands and fathers. Check for dates in the parish bulletin.
Welcoming New Parishioners
Young Ladies Altar Society
Young at Heart
Susan and Charles Furlan
[email protected]
The Young at Heart group of 55 and older meet for fellowship and fun. Check the parish bulletin for meeting dates.
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Opportunities to strengthen prayerDivine Mercy Hour of Prayer
Prays in church on Tuesdays 3-3:45 pm
Eleventh Hour Ministry
Enthronement of the Sacred Heart in the Home
Eucharistic Adoration
The St. Peter Adoration is open 24 hours a day. Come spend time with the Lord in the Blessed Sacrament. For hours most in need of committed adorers, visit the Adoration Chapel webpage.
Intercessory Prayer Group
Lectio Divina Prayer Group
Helene
1.662.312.4544
Traditional Catholic practice of praying with Holy Scripture. Check the parish bulletin for dates.
Men of St. Joseph
Matt Hardey
[email protected]
985.373.3950
All men of the parish are invited to this hour of prayer and consideration of the readings for the upcoming Sunday. Meets Tuesdays at 6:30am in the Ministry Center.
Our Lady Queen of Peace Prayer Group
Prays in church in front of the Blessed Mother Mary statue on Fridays at 9 am
Patriotic Rosary for Peace Prayer Group
Rosa Mystica Prayer Group
Cindy Garrett
985.892.6381
Prays in church in front of the Blessed Mother Mary statue on Mondays at 10:30 am
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Youth and Young AdultsChallenge Club
Little Flowers Girls' Club
The Little Flowers Girls Club provides an opportunity for mothers and daughters to share in a special time of fellowship, learning, service, and crafts.
ROCK Jr CYO
Youth and Young Adults Coordinators, Stacie Reynolds and Ashley Gervais
[email protected]
ROCK is a youth ministry for 5th-7th graders
Torch CYO
Youth and Young Adults Coordinators, Stacie Reynolds and Ashley Gervais
[email protected]
Torch is a youth ministry for 8th-12th graders
Vacation Bible School
Director or Religious Education, Ellen Frederick
[email protected]
Vacation Bible School is held during the summer for children entering Kindergarten through 4th grade.
Young Ladies Altar Society
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Pastoral Care and Social ResponsibilityAngel Tree
During the Season of Advent, parishioners are given the opportunity to reach out to those in need. An Angel Tree is set up in the back of church and you can pick a special angel from the tree on a designated weekend to help a family at Christmastime.
Annulment Ministry
Baptisms
Director of Marriage and Family Life Coordinator, Brenda Ortiz
[email protected]
985.892.9353
Divorce Ministry
Embrace Ministry
Supports, informs, and consoles others who have suffered the loss of a child. They offer prayers, a personal contact, and means of memorializing their lost child to those who seek their aid. Embrace will strive, with the help of St. Catherine of Siena, and Our Lady of Sorrows to provide for the physical, emotional, and spiritual needs of those in mourning as they seek a measure of healing. Call the Parish Office at 985.892.2422 for more information.
Little Light Food Pantry
The Little Light Food Pantry is open on Thursdays 1-4 pm in the Ministry Center
Naim for Widows and Widowers
Richard Ely
504.451.7185
The members of NAIM meet monthly to provide spiritual, emotional and social support to those who have lost their spouse to death.
Prayer Blanket Ministry
St. Peter Charities
Stephen Ministry
[email protected]
985.893.2535
The Stephen Ministry at St. Peter Parish equips lay people, called Stephen Ministers, to provide one-on-one Christian care to people in our parish and community who are experiencing difficulties in their lives.
Respect Life Apostolate
[email protected]
Walking with Moms in Need
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Marriage and Family LifeMarriage Ministry
Marriage and Family Life Coordinator, Brenda Ortiz
[email protected]
Upcoming Events for Marriage and Family Life
For details on the Blessing for Expectant Families, Mother/Daughter, Father/Son, or Marriage Enrichment Events like Supper and Substance, please visit the Marriage Ministry webpage for details.
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Councils at St. Peter ParishFinance Council
The Finance Council assists the Pastor with financial matters of St. Peter Parish by developing and overseeing the budget, and the operational and capital needs of the parish.
Pastoral Council
The Pastoral Council is a consultative council that provides recommendations for parish objectives. It consists of elected and appointed members, as well as a Finance Council chair.
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