Welcome to St. Peter’s Parish, a Roman Catholic community in the Archdiocese of Ottawa-Cornwall. We, the St. Peter’s Community, are committed to joyfully celebrating and deepening our faith in the Liturgy, nourished by the Word of God and by the Holy Eucharist.
Happy Easter!.
“The Lord is truly risen, Alleluia! The joy of Easter morning brings new hope to all believers.” Read the entire Easter Message from the Archbishop.
An Evening with Deantha Edmunds – April 19
Join us for an unforgettable evening of music and community support as we welcome Deantha Edmunds, recent Order of Canada recipient who has performed for both Pope Francis and King Charles. (www.deantha.ca) The April 19th concert at 7:30 pm will be held at our beautiful Notre-Dame Cathedral Basilica. The proceeds of the concert are to benefit the Indigenous Reconciliation Fund. (www.journeyforhealing.ca) Your attendance at this concert helps support reconciliation efforts, fostering understanding and unity.
Tickets can be purchased online at IRFconcert.eventbrite.com or by contacting 613-933-1138, extension 22. Tickets are $50, $35* and $25. Purchase today to benefit from early bird pricing
For more information, visit An Evening with Deantha Edmunds on the website of the Archdiocese of Ottawa-Cornwall, or view the Deantha Edmunds Concert Flyer .
Bulletin
April 14, 2024 – 3rd Sunday of Easter B
Check the parish bulletins for reflections and prayers, as well as the latest news from St. Peter’s parish.
The Holy Father’s monthly prayer intentions
April – For the role of women
Let us pray that the dignity and worth of women be recognized in every culture, and for an end to the discrimination they face in various parts of the world.
Registration and preparation for the sacraments of First Reconciliation, First Holy Communion, and Confirmation
Parents who wish to have their child(ren) prepare for the Sacraments of First Reconciliation, First Holy Communion, and Confirmation are asked to visit the parish office to pick up a registration form after Mass or to call the parish. Please refer to the 2024 sacramental letter for more information.
Parents are invited to a formation meeting at the church on Tuesday, April 23 at 6:30 pm. Please note that your child must be a baptized Catholic in order to receive the sacrament of First Holy Communion and Confirmation. It is important that you bring a copy (not the original) of your child’s Catholic Baptismal certificate with you.
The Rite of Enrollment Mass for all Sacramental Candidates will be on Sunday, April 28, 11:00 am.
The Sacramental preparation retreat classes for all the Sacraments will be led by the Queenship of Mary Sisters, on Saturday, May 5, from 1:30 pm – 4:30 pm at the church.
Confessions for Confirmation Reconciliation will be held on Friday, May 10, at 7:00 pm.
The Sacrament of Confirmation for all our parish schools and the parish community will held on Tuesday, May 14, at 7:00 pm, with the Most Reverend Yvan Mathieu, Auxiliary Bishop and Vicar General of the Archdiocese of Ottawa-Cornwall.
Confirmation for Adults Catholic will be held on Sunday, May 19, on the Solemnity of Pentecost, at 2:30 pm at Notre Dame Cathedral with his grace Marcel Damphousse, Archbishop of Ottawa-Cornwall.
Confessions for First Reconciliation, for the First Holy Communion Communicants will be held on Friday, May 31, at 7:00 pm.
The Sacrament of First Holy Communion will be held Sunday, June 2 at 11:00 am.
Welcome to our new pastoral team!
We extend a warm welcome to Father Jonathan Madueke (Interim Pastor) and Deacon Thomas Stephenson, our new interim pastoral team appointed by diocese until further notice.
Thank you to Father Allan MacDonald, CC, for serving as our Interim Pastor the last few months. We wish him the best of luck as he moves into his next assignment.
Sipping on the Sabbath – Sunday Homilies with Fr. Allan
Easter Sunday (B) – March 30, 2024
View all of Fr. Allan’s Sipping on the Sabbath Sunday homilies and other videos on his YouTube channel. To receive Fr. Allan’s videos right to your inbox, visit www.padreamac.com.
Your 2023 income tax receipts are ready!
The income tax receipts for 2023 are available for pick up today in the main entrance area of the church. Please note they are in alphabetical order for your convenience. God bless you for your continued support of our parish.
Rite of Christian initiation of adults (RCIA)
RCIA is a ministry carried out by the RCIA team to provide welcome, support and encouragement to those seeking to become members of the Church, or to answer questions you may have about the Catholic Church. If you would like more information, please contact the parish office at 613-733-1553 or at stpeters1640@gmail.com.
Children’s Liturgy of the Word is back!
Join us at 9:30 am mass every Sunday! Parents are welcome to participate with their young children. We ask that masks be worn at this time. Looking forward to seeing you there!
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Donate to the parish
We appreciate donations to help with church operations and maintenance, and to assist in achieving our mission of promoting the love and compassion that Jesus Christ showed to all people. Visit Donate to learn more. Thank you for your support in keeping our church operating and beautiful!
Welcome new parishioners!
We are delighted to welcome you into our parish community! If you would like to register with our parish, please complete the Registration Form (Word format or PDF format) and email it to us, or leave it at the church office.
Seeking choir members and Eucharist ministers
Now that the COVID-19 restrictions have been lifted, we are ready to welcome back Eucharistic Ministers, and are starting up our choir again! Anyone interested in getting involved (for choir: anyone ages 12 and up who loves to sing, no musical experience necessary) can contact the parish office.