"Inspiring students to love God, their Catholic faith and learning"

Catholic Schools Kick off Mass on Saturday, January 28th at St. Andrew

We would like to invite all our families to join us for the Catholic Schools Week kick off Mass at St. Andrew Catholic Church.

Students in grades 2-8th are invited to sing with Mrs. Stuckenschneider during Catholic Schools Week Mass at St. Andrew on Saturday, January 28th at 5:30PM. All students who want to sing with us please arrive at 5:15, and report to Mrs. Stuckenschneider in church. Please wear a St. Peter spirit shirt to Mass. Hope to see you there!

For the Faculty vs. 8th Grade Volleyball game on Friday, February 3rd students can purchase 1 snack and 1 drink. Items need to be pre-ordered by clicking HERE. All items are $1. There is an option for "No snack" or "No Drink". Please fill out the alternate choice for each item if the original item is unavailable. All orders are due on February 1st, all payment is due February 3rd. Thank you. If you have questions contact Mr. Veit at [email protected]

In celebration of Catholic Schools Week,

the Home & School Committee

is coordinating a school supply drive to

honor our teachers and show our appreciation.

Please refer to the attached google doc

to see how your family can help your child’s teacher. Any items your child

brings for the school supply drive can be taken directly to their homeroom teacher to be used in their classroom.

Let’s support our dedicated and hard-working teachers!

Teacher Supply Request

Parents/Guardians,

We would LOVE your input about why you choose to send your child(ren) to St. Peter School! Please fill out the form below to let us know your reasons. Answers will be compiled and presented to students at one of the assemblies during Catholic Schools Week. Thank you for your participation!

Parent Survey

Scrip/Fundraising

Scrip News:

Big Lots is available on Scrip.

Fundraisers:

Ready Popped Popcorn sales ended on Friday, January 20th. The popcorn will be

delivered on Friday, February 3rd . It will need to be picked up Friday morning

from 7:00AM thru 8:00AM in Selinger Center.

World’s Finest Chocolate will go home on Friday, January 27th. Full payment for all candy bars is due by February 20th . If you need more candy bars after you sell what

you originally got, send me a note, and I can send them home with your

students.

We are still looking for one preschool afterschool care aide from 3:00-5:30PM.

We are also in need of a full time preschool aide, 7:30-4PM.

Must be 18 and willing to be CPR certified, and have a love for children.

All interested persons should complete the application on the Jefferson City Diocesan website and contact the Principal, Mrs. Gayle Trachsel at [email protected]. Positions Available: Classroom Aide, Preschool afterschool aides.

Click here to apply.

The Rectory has First Communion Dresses for sale!

They will host an "Open House"

from 3:00 to 5:30PM

Thursday, January 26th.

If you have a first or second grader, this is a perfect opportunity to shop for your upcoming First Communion. These dresses would also be good for a miniature bride. Please take this time to look around and find a dress just right for your special event!

Come see how Helias Catholic High School is building a community of saints and scholars for Christ!

Helias Catholic's Open House is from 10 a.m.-noon Saturday, Jan. 28, 2023.

All are welcome to tour the renovated campus; explore academics and extracurricular opportunities; and meet teachers, staff and students.

Open House attendees can enter a drawing to have their enrollment fee waived!

Please contact Helias Catholic's admissions office at [email protected] or 573-635-6139 with any questions.

Church News

St. Peter Catholic Parish is seeking a full-time Business Manager. This position oversees all financial elements of the parish, school, lunch program and Foundation. The work schedule varies based on needs of tasks at hand. The individual must have good communication skills, experience with various forms of media, and the ability to interact effectively with a variety of religious and secular personnel. Supervision is provided by the pastor. A degree in Business or Accounting or prior parish management experience is preferred. Experience with Microsoft Word and Excel are essential. Knowledge of Paylocity, QuickBooks and Community Church Builder would be helpful. St. Peter Catholic Church offers a comprehensive benefit package including health, dental, vision, vacation, and matching 403b retirement plan. Qualified candidates should email their resume with references to [email protected]. For a detailed job description please visit our website at https://www.saintpeterjc.org/employment/

TO BE AN “ACTIVE” CATHOLIC STEWARD MEANS:

To Pray: that is, attend Mass faithfully in the parish on weekends and Holy Days.
To Participate: that is, to use one’s time and talents to strengthen the parish community and advance the Gospel.
To Sacrificially Give: that is, pledge and remain current on a tithe of financial first fruits to support the life and ministries of the parish. The goal is 8% to the parish and 2% to other worthy charities.