News & Events
Here’s what’s happening at St. Peter’s.
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Upcoming Events & Ministry Activities
St. Peter's Play Group 11/5
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.
Youth Bible Study 11/5
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 11/12
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.
Youth Bible Study 11/12
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.
Youth Group 11/16
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
St. Peter's Play Group 11/19
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.
Youth Bible Study 11/19
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.
Youth Group 11/23
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
Youth Bible Study 11/26
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.
Youth Group 11/2
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
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.
St. Peter's Play Group 10/29
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.
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
Youth Group Halloween Party
High schoolers are invited to the Youth Group Halloween Party from 6:30-9pm in the Youth Room. Wear a costume!
Follow us on Instagram @stpeters.yg
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.
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.
Youth Group Outing to Secor Farms
High school teens are invited to join the Youth Ministry for an afternoon of fun! At Secor Farms we will enjoy corn mazes, pumpkin picking, and their farm store! Please grab a ticket and meet us there!
Follow us on Instagram @stpeters.yg
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.
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.
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.
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.
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
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.
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.
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.
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!
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.
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.
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!
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.
St. Peter's Play Group 9/10
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.
Youth Group 9/7
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
Boy Scout Troop #184 Picnic in the Park
Troop #184 is looking for new members to join our troop! If you have a son in 5th grade or above, and are interested in joining Boy Scouts, we would like to invite you to our troop picnic on Saturday, September 6th, from 10am-1pm, at Memorial Park in River Edge. Come and learn about our troop, ask questions, and engage in activities with the scouts!
Boy Scout Troop #184 is affiliated with St. Peter the Apostle Parish
St. Peter's Play Group 9/3
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.
CYO Girls Volleyball Registration Deadline
CYO Girls Volleyball registration for Fall 2025 is now open for girls entering grades 5 & 6 (Junior Varsity) or 6 & 7 (Varsity). Practice starts in early September, with schedules finalized by 9/20, and playoffs begin 11/12. No tryouts or cuts! The cost is $140 and includes league registration, referee fees, Doodlio fee, and volleyball jersey.
All players must be enrolled in Faith Formation by the start of the season. Students enrolled at SPA must be registered for Fall.
Register by August 31st!
MOMS Group 6/25
The MOMS Group meets most Wednesdays from 9:30-11am at Brookside Park or the St. Peter’s Rectory, depending on the season and the weather. Please sign up for the Flocknote to receive notifications on locations, cancellations and reminders.
This is an informal play group designed for babies & toddlers and their moms, dads or grandparents to connect with one another in a Christian atmosphere. It’s especially helpful for new parents going through transition and looking for a supportive environment for getting out of the house and developing friendships rooted in a faith community. New and returning faces are always welcome!