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.
