Altar servers play an important role in supporting the beauty and reverence of the Mass. They assist the priest and deacon to help the liturgy run smoothly and prayerfully.
Who can serve?
Anyone is welcome! We ask that servers show reverence, dress respectfully, and arrive 20 minutes before Mass.
Interested in serving?
Contact the parish office at 419-524-2572 to learn more or to join the ministry.
Through the merit badge system, Scouts work toward achieving the rank of Eagle Scout while growing in leadership, faith, and service. Members participate in parish and community service projects, as well as outdoor adventures supported by dues, fees, and fundraisers.
Want to learn more or join the troop?
Contact Donovan O'Neil at [email protected] for details on meetings, registration, and upcoming events.
Those interested in becoming a cantor should have:
A clear and accurate singing voice
A confident and welcoming presence
An interview and audition with the Parish Music Director are required before beginning this ministry.
For more information or to schedule an audition, please contact: Blaise Perez, 419-524-2572 or [email protected]
This choir rehearses Thursday evenings at 7:00 p.m. in the choir loft and sings each week at the Sunday 11:30 a.m. Mass. Specializing in four-part music—from classical to contemporary—the choir welcomes singers from high school age through adult.
The choir also sings for all the major liturgical festivals and presents two annual events:
Advent Lessons and Carols
Parish Concert
If you enjoy singing and want to be part of a vibrant and dedicated music ministry, speak with the Parish Music Director, Blaise Perez at [email protected] about finding your place.
9:30 a.m. Mass Ensemble
This ensemble leads and accompanies the music for the Sunday 9:30 a.m. Mass throughout the year, with a few weeks off during the summer. In addition to Sunday liturgies, the group occasionally sings for weddings and special events.
Rehearsals are held on Tuesdays at 5:00 p.m.
New members are always welcome! For more information or to get involved, please contact: Blaise Perez, [email protected]
Join us for Donut Sunday—a time for fellowship, conversation, and sweet treats! Hosted by a different parish ministry on the last Sunday of every month, Donut Sunday is a wonderful way to connect with fellow parishioners after Mass.
If you or a ministry you're involved with would like to help host an upcoming Donut Sunday, please contact the parish office at 419-524-2572.
Eucharistic Exposition: An Hour with Jesus
Exposition is a quiet, peaceful time to pray and be in the real presence of Jesus in the Eucharist. The consecrated Host is displayed in a monstrance on the altar—inviting us to simply be with Him, heart to heart.
Whether for five minutes or a full hour, it’s a powerful way to grow closer to God. Exposition takes place at St. Peter from 5:30 PM to 9:00 PM every Wednesday.
Can you commit to one hour?
We need volunteers to ensure Jesus is never left alone. Call the St. Peter Parish office at 419-524-2572 to sign up for an hour.
Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion assist priests and deacons in distributing the Body and Blood of Christ during Mass when needed. This sacred ministry allows laypeople to serve the Church in a deeply meaningful way.
Interested in serving?
Training is required and offered periodically for both new and current ministers.
Contact us at the parish office 419-524-2572 to learn more or to sign up for the next training session.
Our dedicated luncheon teams provide a comforting meal for family and friends after funeral services—a time to gather, share memories, and offer support.
Team members help by preparing food, baking desserts, setting up, serving, and cleaning up.
It’s a beautiful way to offer care and compassion during a difficult time.
New volunteers are always welcome! Call our parish office at 419-524-2572.
Love Gardening? Want to Grow Friendships Too?
Join fellow parishioners in caring for the beautiful gardens around the St. Peter Parish campus. Whether you're an experienced gardener or just getting started, this is a great opportunity to connect with others while making a visible impact on our parish
grounds.
Volunteer tasks include:
Weeding
Planting
Mulching
Trimming
And more
Details:
Volunteers should be comfortable bending and kneeling for extended periods.
Landscape plans and clear direction will be provided—no experience necessary!
When: First and third Wednesdays of each month
Time: 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. (or longer, if you have time)
Where: Meet in the parking lot off Second Street (behind the rectory)
Come lend a hand, enjoy the outdoors, and grow something meaningful—both in the garden and in community.
Our parish hand bell choir rehearses Wednesday evenings at 7:00 p.m. in the choir loft. We are continually learning and perfecting hand bell techniques and typically play at one weekend Mass per month.
New members are welcome—especially those with basic music reading skills. In addition to parish liturgies, we also perform at various community events and public venues throughout the year.
If you’re interested in joining or learning more, please contact: [Insert contact information]
The Knights of Columbus and their families serve the community by feeding the hungry, sheltering the homeless, helping senior citizens stay healthy and active, and defending the right to life of every individual.
You’ve seen the Knights in action—at parish picnics, fish fries, and fundraisers for children with disabilities. Every K of C program encourages families to work together in service to the Church, the community, and each other—helping to build a stronger parish family.
If you are a practicing Catholic man age 18 or older, the Knights of Columbus offers you the opportunity for fellowship with men who share your faith and values. You can choose how involved you want to be.
Interested in learning more or joining?
Contact Tom Morrell at 419-884-7774 or [email protected]
it’s a proclamation made with faith, clarity, and reverence. Lectors help others encounter Christ through the living Word, delivered with dignity and conviction.We are in need of dedicated volunteers to continue the important work of providing a hot and nourishing lunch to those in need.
When: Twice a month on Sundays
Where: St. Peter Church parking lot
Volunteers are needed for the following roles:
Set-up
Food preparation
Serving
Clean-up
Whether you can help just once or on a regular basis, your support makes a meaningful difference. All are welcome to join.
For more information or to volunteer, please contact Paula Nestor 419-524-2572, ext. 2103.
Stephen Ministry equips laypersons to provide distinctively Christian one-to-one care to individuals experiencing a wide range of life challenges—both within our congregation and throughout the community.
There are times in life when each of us needs the support of a caring Christian friend. Stephen Ministers are trained to walk alongside people who are facing difficulties such as:
Hospitalization or serious illness
Aging or end-of-life concerns
Grief following a death or significant loss
Separation or divorce
Disability (personal or within the family)
Loneliness, job loss, or other life transitions
Stephen Ministry is a confidential ministry. Those receiving care can be assured that their identity and what is shared in the caring relationship will remain private.
If you are interested in speaking with a Stephen Minister or would like to learn more about becoming one, please contact the parish office at 419-884-0060.
Ushers play a vital role in creating a welcoming and orderly environment at weekend Masses and special Eucharistic celebrations.
Responsibilities include:
Welcoming and seating parishioners
Taking up the collection and assisting with special collections
Inviting a family to present the gifts before Communion
Distributing bulletins after Mass
Ensuring pews are tidy and unobstructed
Locking/unlocking church doors
Taking Mass attendance (October every year)
Assisting with audio/visual needs as needed
If you're interested in serving as an usher, please contact: Dave Barber, [email protected]