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Hallow Prayer Challenge: 33 Days to Morning Glory
As October begins the Month of the Holy Rosary, we invite everyone in our parish to join a 33-day Marian consecration prayer challenge. Marian consecration is dedicating yourself to the Blessed Virgin Mary to grow closer to Jesus Christ. Over 33 days, you’ll reflect on Mary’s virtues, seek her intercession, and prepare for the Act of Consecration.
Pray with us on our parish community page on the Hallow app, starting September 24th. Guided by Sr. Miriam through 33 Days to Morning Glory by Fr. Michael Gaitley, we’ll enter a spiritual retreat inspired by St. Louis de Montfort, St. Maximilian Kolbe, St. Mother Teresa, and Pope St. John Paul II.
Starting late? No problem! Follow the daily readings in order and aim to finish by October 28th, when we’ll celebrate the consecration ceremony at 1pm or 7pm.
How to join:
Download the free Hallow app. (We suggest skipping any trial by clicking the X).
Join our parish community page in the Community tab.
Join the “33 Days to Morning Glory” challenge and start praying with us!
Support Group for Singles, Divorced and Widowed 10/2
Tired of being alone? St. Peter's Support Group for Singles, Divorced and Widowed could be the answer!!! This group is devoted to helping people rebuild social lives after a divorce, loss of spouse or loved one, or the isolation of life as a single adult. Its leaders and compassionate members have been through, survived and prospered after similar situations.
This warm and caring group of sincere people have created a community that supplies generous support to its members. First time visitors are offered a private orientation by one of our group leaders. Meetings are held on most 1st and 3rd Thursdays of the month at 7pm in the Parish Center. For more information check out the group’s website.
First Friday Eucharistic Adoration 10/3
St. Peter’s monthly First Friday Eucharistic Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament takes place on the first Friday of every month in the chapel following the 9am Mass until 3pm. Come spend time with our Lord in the Eucharist. Stop in for a few minutes, or we invite you to sign up to devote a larger period of time.
Prayer Shawl Ministry 10/3
Prayer Shawl Ministry meets most Wednesdays and Fridays at 10am in the Parish Center. New members are always welcome.
SPA Comedy Night with Jacob Williams and Jimmy Palumbo
St. Peter Academy presents Comedy Night on Friday, October 3, 2025 with Jacob Williams from America's Got Talent and The Late Show and Jimmy Palumbo from Friends and Blue Bloods.
Doors open at 6:30pm and show starts 7:30pm in the St. Peter Academy Gym (431 Fifth Avenue River Edge, NJ).
This is an adults only event. BYOB — snacks and soft drinks included with entry. There will also be a 50/50.
No tickets sold at the door. Tickets available here at www.spare.org, at the school office, or before/after all Masses on September 20/21, 2025.
$45 for individual tickets
$350 for a table of 8
$400 for a table of 10
All proceeds benefit St. Peter Academy — thank you for your support, and we look forward to enjoying another unforgettably fun night!
Please contact hsa@spare.org with any questions.
Blessing of the Animals
Join us as we celebrate the Feast of Saint Francis of Assisi with our annual Blessing of the Animals! Bring your pets for a special blessing on Saturday, October 4th at 4pm in the Mary Garden in front of the Church. All are welcome to this joyful tradition.
Youth Group 10/5
Join Youth Ministry for fun and fellowship! All 9th-12th grade students are welcome to join in on our Youth Group sessions, which happen most Sunday evenings during the academic year, from 7-9pm in the Youth Room.
Follow us on Instagram @stpeters.yg
Bible in a Year Discussion Group 10/6
Need some more bible in your life? Tune in to the Bible in a Year podcast! Join in any time throughout the year for casual discussion on readings/episodes of the previous 7 days. The group meets most Monday nights at 7pm in the Parish Center.
All are welcome to join fellow parishioners in journeying through the Bible in 365 days through Fr. Mike Schmitz’s Bible in a Year daily podcast on Hallow app, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or YouTube on your own — with or without the discussion group!
St. Peter's Play Group 10/8
St. Peter’s Play Group is where anyone caring for babies and young children can come for fun and friendships in our faith community. Moms, dads, grandparents and caregivers are all welcome with their 0-4 year-olds — the kids play while the adults chat! The group meets most Wednesdays, 9:30–11am, at the rectory or Brookside Park (weather permitting). No commitment needed — just come when you can!
Sign up for text notifications here or text PLAYTIME to 84576.
Prayer Shawl Ministry 10/8
Prayer Shawl Ministry meets most Wednesdays and Fridays at 10am in the Parish Center. New members are always welcome.
Youth Bible Study 10/8
High school and college students are invited to Youth Bible Study, which gathers most Wednesdays from 6–7pm in the Youth Room. Come grow in faith together and discover how God’s Word speaks to your life today.
Communications Ministry 10/8: Photography Lesson!
Help us share the life and faith of our parish! Our team manages the website, social media, bulletin, and media screen, and we’d love your contributions—whether it’s photography, video editing, writing, or creative ideas.
Join us Wednesday, October 8th at 7:30pm in the Youth Room. This month, Wayne—a gifted photographer in our ministry—will lead a photography workshop. All are welcome, and all you need is your phone!
Questions? Contact Liz Rutz at communications@saint-peter.org
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New Evangelization Ministry 10/9
New Evangelization Ministry typically meets every second Thursday of the month at 7:45pm in the Parish Center. New members are welcome to join.
Prayer Shawl Ministry 10/10
Prayer Shawl Ministry meets most Wednesdays and Fridays at 10am in the Parish Center. New members are always welcome.
Connect with Coffee & Conversation 10/12: Fr. AJ’s Journey to Priesthood
Join us for the 1st Fall meeting for CCC on Sunday, October 12 after the 10:00am Mass in the Parish Center. Our speaker will be Father AJ and he will speak about his journey to priesthood and St Peter’s! We are all excited to hear about his background and all that he brings to us at St Peter’s.
As always, the meetings are open to all parishioners ages 55+
The Living Rosary 2025
Please join us in the church on Monday, October 13th at 7pm to pray the annual Living Rosary. This is a beautiful candle lit service and all are welcome to join us. Bring your family and friends to experience this very peaceful prayer. Think of inviting someone who is struggling or who has not been to church in a while. All are welcome.
Any questions, contact Judy at jcen457@aol.com
Seasons of Hope Bereavement Support Group: Fall 2025 Session Begins
Seasons of Hope, a Christ-centered group, is for you if:
You are looking for friends in Christ to share your journey of sorrow.
You’ve been trying to figure out the meaning of your grief.
You want to move forward with life but haven’t been able to.
You find comfort in the teachings of Christ.
You are open to new ways of coping with your grief.
You don’t want to feel alone anymore.
God is close to us in our suffering, sustaining us through the gift of each other. The support of those who know what you are going through is one of God’s many gifts of love. Seasons of Hope is a 6-week faith-based support group for those grieving the loss of a loved one.
The first 6-week session is scheduled on Tuesday October 14, 21, 28, and November 4, 11 & 18 from 7:30pm to 9:00pm. Registration is required. There is no cost for the program.
If you have questions please contact bereavement@saint-peter.org or 201-261-3366.
An Evening of Peace and Friendship 10/14
Join us for an Evening of Peace & Friendship at 7:30pm in the Chapel and on Zoom in a casual conversation and discussion about the upcoming Sunday Scripture and its relevance in our lives.
We look forward to your sharing this time with us. All are welcome — there is nothing to join. Please email SCC@saint-peter.org for the link and passcode to the Zoom meeting if you don’t plan to attend in person.
Sessions typically are held every second Tuesday of the month.
Sponsored by St. Peter’s Small Christian Communities.
St. Peter's Play Group 10/15
St. Peter’s Play Group is where anyone caring for babies and young children can come for fun and friendships in our faith community. Moms, dads, grandparents and caregivers are all welcome with their 0-4 year-olds — the kids play while the adults chat! The group meets most Wednesdays, 9:30–11am, at the rectory or Brookside Park (weather permitting). No commitment needed — just come when you can!
Sign up for text notifications here or text PLAYTIME to 84576.
Prayer Shawl Ministry 10/15
Prayer Shawl Ministry meets most Wednesdays and Fridays at 10am in the Parish Center. New members are always welcome.
Youth Bible Study 10/15
High school and college students are invited to Youth Bible Study, which gathers most Wednesdays from 6–7pm in the Youth Room. Come grow in faith together and discover how God’s Word speaks to your life today.
Support Group for Singles, Divorced and Widowed 10/16
Tired of being alone? St. Peter's Support Group for Singles, Divorced and Widowed could be the answer!!! This group is devoted to helping people rebuild social lives after a divorce, loss of spouse or loved one, or the isolation of life as a single adult. Its leaders and compassionate members have been through, survived and prospered after similar situations.
This warm and caring group of sincere people have created a community that supplies generous support to its members. First time visitors are offered a private orientation by one of our group leaders. Meetings are held on most 1st and 3rd Thursdays of the month at 7pm in the Parish Center. For more information check out the group’s website.
Prayer Shawl Ministry 10/17
Prayer Shawl Ministry meets most Wednesdays and Fridays at 10am in the Parish Center. New members are always welcome.
Fair Trade Sale (October 18/19th)
Equal Exchange goods such as coffee, tea, chocolate and nuts will be available for purchase after all Masses in the Gathering Space.
Buying from fair trade sales supports ethical and sustainable practices in global trade. Fair trade ensures that farmers — often in developing countries — receive fair wages, work in safe conditions, and have access to community development funds. This approach helps combat poverty and promotes environmental sustainability to protect God’s earth.
Organized by the Advocacy for Peace and Justice Ministry.
Bible in a Year Discussion Group 10/20
Need some more bible in your life? Tune in to the Bible in a Year podcast! Join in any time throughout the year for casual discussion on readings/episodes of the previous 7 days. The group meets most Monday nights at 7pm in the Parish Center.
All are welcome to join fellow parishioners in journeying through the Bible in 365 days through Fr. Mike Schmitz’s Bible in a Year daily podcast on Hallow app, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or YouTube on your own — with or without the discussion group!
Support Group for Parents Grieving the Death of a Child 10/20
Grieving the death of a child is not something that suddenly ends, and not a journey you need to face alone. The Support Group for Parents Grieving the Death of a Child meets on the third Monday of each month from 7:30-9pm in the church rectory. Parents are welcome regardless of how long ago the loss was, or what age the child was. There’s no preregistration and no fee.
Please call Mary Davis with any questions: (201) 280-9881
The Church Rectory is the building next door to the front entrance of St. Peter’s: 445 Fifth Avenue, River Edge, NJ 07661
We Are His Witnesses: Parish Listening Session
Earlier this year the Archdiocese of Newark launched We Are His Witnesses, a major pastoral planning initiative shaping the future of our Church and local parishes. Many of you participated in this process by completing the Disciple Maker Index Survey back in May — thank you! Now, the next step for us is here: parish listening sessions. Whether you’ve been following this initiative closely or are hearing about it for the first time, now is the time to lean in.
Cardinal Tobin invites all of the faithful to participate in a parish listening session. In this session you'll learn more about the We Are His Witnesses initiative and our planning area (Northeast Bergen – Planning Area B) and will see multiple draft model options to consider for it. Each session will be led by an Archdiocesan representative and supported by parish leaders, with small group discussion and facilitated large group feedback.
For our parish to properly plan, please register for the St. Peter’s session you plan to attend. Pick whichever date works best — the sessions will be the same.
Session options (6–8pm, Parish Center):
Tuesday, October 21
Thursday, October 23
You are encouraged to review the planning area information and draft models in preparation for attending our parish session. They are available at www.WeAreHisWitnesses.org.
We look forward to gathering as our Archdiocese continues to listen, discern and act.
St. Peter's Play Group 10/22
St. Peter’s Play Group is where anyone caring for babies and young children can come for fun and friendships in our faith community. Moms, dads, grandparents and caregivers are all welcome with their 0-4 year-olds — the kids play while the adults chat! The group meets most Wednesdays, 9:30–11am, at the rectory or Brookside Park (weather permitting). No commitment needed — just come when you can!
Sign up for text notifications here or text PLAYTIME to 84576.
Prayer Shawl Ministry 10/22
Prayer Shawl Ministry meets most Wednesdays and Fridays at 10am in the Parish Center. New members are always welcome.
Youth Bible Study 10/22
High school and college students are invited to Youth Bible Study, which gathers most Wednesdays from 6–7pm in the Youth Room. Come grow in faith together and discover how God’s Word speaks to your life today.
We Are His Witnesses: Parish Listening Session
Earlier this year the Archdiocese of Newark launched We Are His Witnesses, a major pastoral planning initiative shaping the future of our Church and local parishes. Many of you participated in this process by completing the Disciple Maker Index Survey back in May — thank you! Now, the next step for us is here: parish listening sessions. Whether you’ve been following this initiative closely or are hearing about it for the first time, now is the time to lean in.
Cardinal Tobin invites all of the faithful to participate in a parish listening session. In this session you'll learn more about the We Are His Witnesses initiative and our planning area (Northeast Bergen – Planning Area B) and will see multiple draft model options to consider for it. Each session will be led by an Archdiocesan representative and supported by parish leaders, with small group discussion and facilitated large group feedback.
For our parish to properly plan, please register for the St. Peter’s session you plan to attend. Pick whichever date works best — the sessions will be the same.
Session options (6–8pm, Parish Center):
Tuesday, October 21
Thursday, October 23
You are encouraged to review the planning area information and draft models in preparation for attending our parish session. They are available at www.WeAreHisWitnesses.org.
We look forward to gathering as our Archdiocese continues to listen, discern and act.
Prayer Shawl Ministry 10/24
Prayer Shawl Ministry meets most Wednesdays and Fridays at 10am in the Parish Center. New members are always welcome.
Bible in a Year Discussion Group 10/27
Need some more bible in your life? Tune in to the Bible in a Year podcast! Join in any time throughout the year for casual discussion on readings/episodes of the previous 7 days. The group meets most Monday nights at 7pm in the Parish Center.
All are welcome to join fellow parishioners in journeying through the Bible in 365 days through Fr. Mike Schmitz’s Bible in a Year daily podcast on Hallow app, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or YouTube on your own — with or without the discussion group!
CYO Basketball 2025-2026 Registration Deadline
Registration for the 2025-2026 St. Peter’s CYO Basketball season is open until October 28th! Programs are available for girls and boys grades K-8 along with high school boys. All skill levels are welcome, and we offer top-level competition with one of the biggest programs in Bergen County.
Participants must either attend St. Peter Academy or our Faith Formation program.
Details and registration at https://clubs.bluesombrero.com/stpeterscyonj
Advocacy for Peace & Justice Ministry 10/28
The Advocacy for Peace & Justice Ministry will be meeting at 7:30pm in the Parish Center. All are welcome! New members are invited to join this important ministry as we move forward in response to the needs in our community.
Prayer Shawl Ministry 10/29
Prayer Shawl Ministry meets most Wednesdays and Fridays at 10am in the Parish Center. New members are always welcome.
Youth Bible Study 10/29
High school and college students are invited to Youth Bible Study, which gathers most Wednesdays from 6–7pm in the Youth Room. Come grow in faith together and discover how God’s Word speaks to your life today.
Bridge Makers 10/30
Bridge Makers, a joint ministry of St. Peter the Apostle, River Edge and St. Mary's Church, Dumont, is a faith sharing community of LGBTQ, family, and friends. We will be meeting on Thursday, October 30, 2025 at 7pm at St. Peter’s in the Parish Center.
Please contact Deacon Paul Kazanecki (pkazanecki@saint-peter.org) or Deacon John Sylvester (deaconjohn@stmarysdumont.org) for further information.
Catholic Moms Gathering - Mary and Martha: Creating Space for God in Motherhood
📅 Saturday, November 8, 2025
🕘 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
📍 Parish Center (following Mass in the church)
All moms are invited to a morning of renewal, reflection, and community at our Catholic Moms Gathering. Rooted in the biblical story of Mary and Martha, this half-day retreat offers mothers of all ages and stages—whether raising little ones or guiding adult children—a chance to pause, pray, and find balance between being and doing.
As moms we are in a role that can be driven by worry, anxiety, and unknown, and through this event moms can surrender that to God. The theme, “Mary and Martha: Creating Space for God in Motherhood,” will guide us in moving from constant doing and worrying toward faith, trust, and spiritual connection. Through prayer, teaching, small group discussions, and meditation, moms will be welcomed into a supportive space to connect with God and each other, rediscovering peace, purpose, and grounding in their role as mothers.
Join us Saturday, November 8, 2025, beginning with 9am Mass for those who wish to join, followed by the retreat in the Parish Center until noon. A light breakfast will be served. Childcare for will be offered for ages 4-12, supported by Confirmation students and adult volunteers, so every mom can have the opportunity to fully participate. Cost: $10. Please register by October 29th.
Come be refreshed as we create space for God together in the beautiful calling of motherhood. Please contact Allison Oblen at aoblen@saint-peter.org with any questions.
Ladies Christmas Tea 2025
Ladies, save the date! An Evening you will not want to miss—the Annual Ladies Christmas Tea—will take place on Thursday, December 4, 2025.
If you are interested in joining our committee, please contact Kathy at Knugent878@aol.com
Sponsored by the new evangelization ministry.
Youth Bible Study 10/1
High school and college students are invited to Youth Bible Study, which gathers most Wednesdays from 6–7pm in the Youth Room. Come grow in faith together and discover how God’s Word speaks to your life today.
Prayer Shawl Ministry 10/1
Prayer Shawl Ministry meets most Wednesdays and Fridays at 10am in the Parish Center. New members are always welcome.
St. Peter's Play Group 10/1
St. Peter’s Play Group is where anyone caring for babies and young children can come for fun and friendships in our faith community. Moms, dads, grandparents and caregivers are all welcome with their 0-4 year-olds — the kids play while the adults chat! The group meets most Wednesdays, 9:30–11am, at the rectory or Brookside Park (weather permitting). No commitment needed — just come when you can!
Sign up for text notifications here or text PLAYTIME to 84576.
Advocacy for Peace & Justice Ministry 9/30
The Advocacy for Peace & Justice Ministry will be meeting at 7:30pm in the Parish Center. All are welcome! New members are invited to join this important ministry as we move forward in response to the needs in our community.
Bible in a Year Discussion Group 9/29
Need some more bible in your life? Tune in to the Bible in a Year podcast! Join in any time throughout the year for casual discussion on readings/episodes of the previous 7 days. The group meets most Monday nights at 7pm in the Parish Center.
All are welcome to join fellow parishioners in journeying through the Bible in 365 days through Fr. Mike Schmitz’s Bible in a Year daily podcast on Hallow app, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or YouTube on your own — with or without the discussion group!
St. Peter's Carnival 2025
Carnival season is here — a time for us to all take part in making our largest parish fundraiser of the year another great success! The 14th Annual St. Peter’s Carnival returns September 25-28, 2025 for four days of rides for all ages, classic carnival games and treats, and our ever-popular 50/50 Raffle. As always, every dollar raised supports the mission and ministries of our parish. Thank you for your support!
For details, pre-sale ride tickets, volunteer sign-ups, and online raffle ticket purchases, please visit www.saint-peter.org/carnival.
50/50 RAFFLE
Our renowned Carnival Raffle tradition is back! Tickets are $15 each, and unlike in past years, we won’t be mailing them out due to postal regulations. Here’s how you can get yours:
Take an envelope of tickets from Carnival Committee members after Mass this weekend of August 16 & 17th
Visit the Welcome Desk on Sundays or stop by the Rectory during the week
Purchase online through Faith Direct
Completed ticket stubs with payments can be returned by mail, dropped in the collection boxes at church entrances, or brought to the rectory. Winners will be picked at 7:30pm on the final evening of the Carnival — and you don’t need to be present to win!
VOLUNTEER WITH US
This event wouldn’t be possible without the incredible support of our parishioner base volunteering for the 183 shifts to fill. Whether you’ve helped before or are considering it for the first time, volunteering 2-3 hours of your time makes a big impact! Please sign up here, or visit the Welcome Desk after Sunday masses for assistance. We’re looking for:
Adults (18+) to run game booths
Confirmation candidates (ages 14+) to be runners/cleanup
RIDE TICKETS
Take advantage of discounted pre-sale ride tickets — now available online at $25 for 30 tickets. Bring your family, invite a friend, and enjoy the festivities!
SPONSORSHIPS
Each year, the Carnival draws hundreds of visitors from our parish and surrounding communities. If your business would like to be part of this beloved event as a sponsor, we’d love to hear from you!
Questions? Visit the website FAQs or email us at carnival@saint-peter.org. Thank you for your support!
Youth Bible Study 9/24
High school and college students are invited to Youth Bible Study, which gathers most Wednesdays from 6–7pm in the Youth Room. Come grow in faith together and discover how God’s Word speaks to your life today.
St. Peter's Play Group 9/24
St. Peter’s Play Group is where anyone caring for babies and young children can come for fun and friendships in our faith community. Moms, dads, grandparents and caregivers are all welcome with their 0-4 year-olds — the kids play while the adults chat! The group meets most Wednesdays, 9:30–11am, at the rectory or Brookside Park (weather permitting). No commitment needed — just come when you can!
Sign up for text notifications here or text PLAYTIME to 84576.
Bible in a Year Discussion Group 9/22
Need some more bible in your life? Tune in to the Bible in a Year podcast! Join in any time throughout the year for casual discussion on readings/episodes of the previous 7 days. The group meets most Monday nights at 7pm in the Parish Center.
All are welcome to join fellow parishioners in journeying through the Bible in 365 days through Fr. Mike Schmitz’s Bible in a Year daily podcast on Hallow app, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or YouTube on your own — with or without the discussion group!
Youth Group 9/21
Join Youth Ministry for fun and fellowship! All 9th-12th grade students are welcome to join in on our Youth Group sessions, which happen most Sunday evenings during the academic year, from 7-9pm in the Youth Room.
Follow us on Instagram @stpeters.yg
Children's Liturgy of the Word Begins
Beginning Sunday, September 21st, Children’s Liturgy of the Word will be offered each week at the 10am Mass throughout the school year (with the exception of a few dates). Just before the first reading, children ages 5–11 will be invited to gather in the Parish Center for Scripture, reflection, and prayer in a kid-tailored celebration of the liturgy, returning to church before the Liturgy of the Eucharist.
The experience will be guided by Youth Ministry members Emma L., Charlie H. and Sophia M., and overseen by adults including a priest. During this time, children hear God’s Word in a way they can truly understand, while parents are able to listen more deeply — helping the whole family grow together in faith. We look forward to sharing this special time together!
Food Drive (September 20th/21st)
A Center for Food Action Food Drive will be held in the Gathering Space. Donations can be dropped off before and after each Mass up until 1:15 PM on Sunday. Thank you for your help!
Author Discussion & Signing with Richard Kirk
Richard Kirk, Author
Join us in the Parish Center on Saturday, September 20th from 2-4 pm as St. Peter the Apostle Church welcomes educator and author Richard Kirk as he discusses his book, Timmy’s Wish: Lessons from Heaven, a true, inspirational story about faith, family, and finding purpose in life. The themes will touch upon navigating loss, grief, and how faith can lead one through these challenges to a life filled with meaning and purpose by learning the lessons from life and the lessons from Heaven.
If you want, you can purchase the book and read it ahead of time. But if not, you can still attend the event and books will be available for purchase and signing. All book sale proceeds are donated to charity.
This event is being sponsored by the Growing in Faith Book Club and light refreshments will be served. So we can plan accordingly and have adequate seating, please RSVP.
Join us on September 20th! It should be a very interesting, enlightening and inspirational discussion!
Ticket Sales for SPA Comedy Night
Tickets for St. Peter Academy’s Comedy Night with Jacob Williams and Jimmy Palumbo will take place after all Masses on Saturday/Sunday, September 20/21, 2025. Find details here.
Tickets also are available here at www.spare.org and at the school office.
Prayer Shawl Ministry 9/19
Prayer Shawl Ministry meets most Wednesdays and Fridays at 10am in the Parish Center. New members are always welcome.
Bridge Makers 9/18
Bridge Makers, a joint ministry of St. Peter the Apostle, River Edge and St. Mary's Church, Dumont, is a faith sharing community of LGBTQ, family, and friends. We will be meeting on Thursday, September 18, 2025 at 7pm at St. Mary's, 280 Washington Avenue, Dumont in the school.
Please contact Deacon Paul Kazanecki (pkazanecki@saint-peter.org) or Deacon John Sylvester (deaconjohn@stmarysdumont.org) for further information.
Support Group for Singles, Divorced and Widowed 9/18
Tired of being alone? St. Peter's Support Group for Singles, Divorced and Widowed could be the answer!!! This group is devoted to helping people rebuild social lives after a divorce, loss of spouse or loved one, or the isolation of life as a single adult. Its leaders and compassionate members have been through, survived and prospered after similar situations.
This warm and caring group of sincere people have created a community that supplies generous support to its members. First time visitors are offered a private orientation by one of our group leaders. Meetings are held on most 1st and 3rd Thursdays of the month at 7pm in the Parish Center. For more information check out the group’s website.
Youth Bible Study 9/17
High school and college students are invited to Youth Bible Study, which gathers most Wednesdays from 6–7pm in the Youth Room. Come grow in faith together and discover how God’s Word speaks to your life today.
Mass & Lunch for 55+ with Father AJ (9/17)
Father AJ will be having another Mass for 55+ parishioners on Wednesday, September 17th at 11:30am followed by a gathering for conversation in the Parish Center. This month it will be a bring-your-own-lunch, and those who would like to can bring desserts to share. Please join us! Lively conversation is guaranteed!
Please RSVP to Theresa at the rectory at (201) 261-3366 by Wednesday, September 10th, to let her know if you are attending and if you would like to bring dessert.
Prayer Shawl Ministry 9/17
Prayer Shawl Ministry meets most Wednesdays and Fridays at 10am in the Parish Center. New members are always welcome.
St. Peter's Play Group 9/17
St. Peter’s Play Group is where anyone caring for babies and young children can come for fun and friendships in our faith community. Moms, dads, grandparents and caregivers are all welcome with their 0-4 year-olds — the kids play while the adults chat! The group meets most Wednesdays, 9:30–11am, at the rectory or Brookside Park (weather permitting). No commitment needed — just come when you can!
Sign up for text notifications here or text PLAYTIME to 84576.
Support Group for Parents Grieving the Death of a Child 9/15
Grieving the death of a child is not something that suddenly ends, and not a journey you need to face alone. The Support Group for Parents Grieving the Death of a Child meets on the third Monday of each month from 7:30-9pm in the church rectory. Parents are welcome regardless of how long ago the loss was, or what age the child was. There’s no preregistration and no fee.
Please call Mary Davis with any questions: (201) 280-9881
The Church Rectory is the building next door to the front entrance of St. Peter’s: 445 Fifth Avenue, River Edge, NJ 07661
Bible in a Year Discussion Group 9/15
Need some more bible in your life? Tune in to the Bible in a Year podcast! Join in any time throughout the year for casual discussion on readings/episodes of the previous 7 days. The group meets most Monday nights at 7pm in the Parish Center.
All are welcome to join fellow parishioners in journeying through the Bible in 365 days through Fr. Mike Schmitz’s Bible in a Year daily podcast on Hallow app, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or YouTube on your own — with or without the discussion group!
AOH Pajama Drive
The members of AOH Bergen 32 are hosting a collection at St. Peter’s to benefit the Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU) patients at Hackensack University Medical Center. Please help by donating:
New & Unused Kids Pajamas (Ages 2 - 18)
New & Unused Fleece Blankets
Gift Cards & Cash
Please bring your donations to the Gathering Space on Sunday, September 14th from 8am - 1pm. Thank you for your generosity!
Fair Trade Sale (September 13/14th)
Equal Exchange goods such as coffee, tea, chocolate and nuts will be available for purchase after all Masses in the Gathering Space.
Buying from fair trade sales supports ethical and sustainable practices in global trade. Fair trade ensures that farmers — often in developing countries — receive fair wages, work in safe conditions, and have access to community development funds. This approach helps combat poverty and promotes environmental sustainability to protect God’s earth.
Organized by the Advocacy for Peace and Justice Ministry.
Prayer Shawl Ministry 9/12
Prayer Shawl Ministry meets most Wednesdays and Fridays at 10am in the Parish Center. New members are always welcome.
New Evangelization Ministry 9/11
New Evangelization Ministry typically meets every second Thursday of the month at 7:45pm in the Parish Center. New members are welcome to join.
Communications Ministry 9/10
Our St. Peter’s Communications Ministry serves our parish through promoting ministry activities, connecting our faith community, and spreading spirituality beyond the Mass. This small team runs our Facebook and Instagram pages, website, bulletin, and media screen.
Your talents and passions are needed — photographing events, brainstorming promotional ideas, editing videos, creatively reinforcing scripture, and more.
We meet every second Wednesday of the month at 7:30pm. This month’s meeting will be in the Parish Center. We’ll kick off the 2025-2026 year — reintroducing our purpose, reviewing how we work, discussing strategy, and planning ahead. New and returning faces are always welcome!
Questions? Please contact Liz Rutz at communications@saint-peter.org.
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Youth Bible Study 9/10
High school and college students are invited to Youth Bible Study, which gathers most Wednesdays from 6–7pm in the Youth Room. Come grow in faith together and discover how God’s Word speaks to your life today.
Prayer Shawl Ministry 9/10
Prayer Shawl Ministry meets most Wednesdays and Fridays at 10am in the Parish Center. New members are always welcome.