The Old Cathedral of Ss. Peter & Paul

The Old Cathedral of Ss. Peter & Paul Ss. Peter & Paul has been proudly serving the Christian Hill community in Alton, IL since 1843. Patrick Cemetery. Come join us in our joy of believing!

This parish community of intentional disciples is a diverse group, united in Catholic Faith of the Risen Lord as we serve each other in the name of Jesus. Peter and Paul Church, built in 1855 is also the Old Cathedral as this was originally the seat of the Diocese of Alton, before being transferred to Springfield in 1923. Our first three bishops are buried here, two in the crypt under the church a

nd the third bishop buried in the parishes St. We are proud of our beautiful gothic church, constructed with local native limestone, where we gather to pray and celebrate the sacraments, especially Holy Mass. Striving to live in the world we nevertheless keep our eyes fixed on heaven. We serve those in need through our Helping Hands ministry providing food and material assistance. We also are involved with pro-life causes with outreach to nursing homes, pregnancy centers, and homeless shelters.

Reminder Next Thursday September 10 at 6pm Military and Blue Mass. 25th Anniversary of 9/11
08/31/2026

Reminder Next Thursday September 10 at 6pm
Military and Blue Mass.
25th Anniversary of 9/11

08/31/2026
Virtues, EXPLAINED!Though valor itself is not a cardinal or theological virtue, as a Latin-based word that means “streng...
08/28/2026

Virtues, EXPLAINED!
Though valor itself is not a cardinal or theological virtue, as a Latin-based word that means “strength,” we associate it with the gift of fortitude. It conjures an image of fortitude on the battlefield — of fidelity to the good fight, regardless of the coming attack.

This weekend at Mass, we'll hear in the Gospel reading, "For whoever wishes to save his life will lose it,but whoever lo...
08/28/2026

This weekend at Mass, we'll hear in the Gospel reading, "For whoever wishes to save his life will lose it,

but whoever loses his life for my sake will find it." (Mt 16:25)
See you at Mass!

Please pray for the repose of the soul of Frances Springman.
08/27/2026

Please pray for the repose of the soul of Frances Springman.

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INSPIRATION FOR THE WEEK—“Who do you say that I am?” Jesus asks his apostles. Peter is the first to answer. He knows who...
08/21/2026

INSPIRATION FOR THE WEEK—

“Who do you say that I am?” Jesus asks his apostles. Peter is the first to answer. He knows who Jesus is. Do we? In everything we do and everything we are, let us say together with Peter: “You are the Christ, the Son of the Living God.

Virtues, EXPLAINED!They say that wisdom comes with experience, and it does — but only if you accept it. Wisdom originate...
08/20/2026

Virtues, EXPLAINED!

They say that wisdom comes with experience, and it does — but only if you accept it. Wisdom originates in both our will and in our intellect, meaning we must ask the Holy Spirit for the gift of wisdom — and remember to be ready when it comes.

Save the date.
08/19/2026

Save the date.

Prayer in Faith in TrialDear God,In this time of difficulty, be with me. When I don’t feel Your presence or hear Your vo...
08/13/2026

Prayer in Faith in Trial

Dear God,

In this time of difficulty, be with me. When I don’t feel Your presence or hear Your voice, sustain me.

When I don’t see the path ahead, guide me. When I don’t know the next step, support me. In every day and in every moment, be my strength.
Amen.

Virtues, EXPLAINED!What is serenity? It is an attitude of calm, one that can only be identified when contrasted with tur...
08/13/2026

Virtues, EXPLAINED!

What is serenity? It is an attitude of calm, one that can only be identified when contrasted with turmoil. It is stillness in a storm. It is Christ, walking steadily across the raging waves. It is the feeling we find when we are reconciled to God’s mercy.

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717 State Street
Alton, IL
62002

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 1pm
Tuesday 9am - 1pm
Wednesday 9am - 1pm
Thursday 9am - 1pm
Friday 9am - 1pm

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+16184654221

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