St. Peter Catholic Church Eaton Rapids

St. Peter Catholic Church Eaton Rapids Eaton Rapids, Michigan 1878 - the first Mass in Eaton Rapids was said in the home of Frank Birney by Fr. Louis VanDriss, who alternated with Fr. Albers raised St.

Theophilus Buyse in the celebration of monthly First Monday Masses. The Parish was assigned a mission of St. John Parish in Jackson, St. Mary Parish in Lansing, and St. Philip Parish in Battle Creek.

1891 - the old Episcopal Church was purchased under Fr. VanDriss' guidance, and dedicated on September 27. Additionally, the Parish was reassigned as a mission of St. John Parish in Albion and St. Ro

se of Lima Parish in Hastings.

1895 until 1915 - the Parish was known as St. Francis, though it is not known to whom it was actually dedicated.

1915 - the name was officially changed and dedicated to St. Peter.

1918 until 1962 - the Parish was reassigned as a mission of St. Mary in Charlotte.

1930 to 1935 - through the immense generosity of Parishioner Margaret Bromeling, the Church underwent a substantial renovation under the supervision of Fr. Lockwood, who served as Pastor of the mission Church for fifteen years (1923 - 1938).

1935 - the Church was officially reopened on October 20.

1952 - seeing the need for growth, Fr. Paul Donovan (1951 - 1955) oversaw the purchase of the house next to the Parish for catechesis and meetings.

1962 - in celebration of the Diocesan Silver Jubilee, Bishop Joseph H. Peter to the status of Parish. Rev. Charles Crowley became the first resident Pastor (1962 - 1966). Seeing the profound need for expansion, he oversaw the purchase of church property on Knight Street from the Miller Dairy Farm, and orchestrated the building of a new Church and Catechetical Center.

1965 - the Church is officially Dedicated on May 19.

1970 - a Rectory was built.

1971 - Fr. William Koenigsknecht was assigned by the Diocese (1971 - 1982) and began the annual tradition of the Parish Festival.

1991 - the Parish held its Centennial Celebration on September 8, with Bishop Kenneth J. Povish and many of the Church's former Pastors in attendance.

1992 - with the endorsement and encouragement of Bishop Povish, plans for the building of the new (current) Church commenced in January.

1993 - construction began in October, under the guidance and leadership of Fr. Bennett P. Constantine (1991 - 2015)

1994 - the new church was inaugurated on May 22, the Feast of Pentecost, and dedicated by Bishop Povish on October 23.

2001 - thanks to the generosity of the Owen family, the Pavilion was built and is used today for many Church events including the Annual Parish Festival.

2015 - Rev. Fr. George Puthenpeedika was chosen specifically for St. Peter by Bishop Earl Boyea, and became Pastor on July 1. He was officially installed at a Mass of Celebration on August 20 by Bishop Boyea.

05/29/2026

We still have a set of key fobs that were found in our parking lot during the parish festival. If you or someone you know is missing keys, please call our parish office at 517-663-4735.

Send a message to learn more

05/18/2026

Our Parish Ox Roast & Carnival was fantastic! Thank you to all who joined the fun!

If you lost something at the carnival, please call our office. There is quite a variety of items. 517-663-4735

Plan tonight with a dinner you don't have to make, dishes you don't have to clean, and an atmosphere that promotes famil...
05/14/2026

Plan tonight with a dinner you don't have to make, dishes you don't have to clean, and an atmosphere that promotes family fun.
Come to St. Peter's Ox Roast Festival for FAMILY FUN NIGHT.
4:30 - 10:30PM
515 E Knight Street
There is truly something for everyone.

05/13/2026

We found 2 key fobs in our parking lot. Call 517-663-4735 if you are missing yours.

Shout out to Granger Waste Services for donating a dumpster to keep our property clean! Thank you, Granger!
05/13/2026

Shout out to Granger Waste Services for donating a dumpster to keep our property clean!
Thank you, Granger!

Thursday, May 14 4:30 - 10:30 PMFriday, May 15 4:30 - 10:30 PMSaturday, May 16 Noon - 10:30 PMSpin-2 -Win RaffleO...
05/12/2026

Thursday, May 14 4:30 - 10:30 PM
Friday, May 15 4:30 - 10:30 PM
Saturday, May 16 Noon - 10:30 PM

Spin-2 -Win Raffle
Ox Roast Dinner
Favorite Summer Side Dishes
$5 Beer & Wine
$2 Desserts

Carnival Friday 4:00 - 10:00 PM
Saturday Noon - 10:00 PM
Sunday Noon - 5:00 PM

More Spin-2-Win Prizes. $1 buys a ticket.Up for grabs - Carnival All-Day PassesSee you Thursday Night 4:30 - 10:30 PMBri...
05/12/2026

More Spin-2-Win Prizes. $1 buys a ticket.
Up for grabs - Carnival All-Day Passes
See you Thursday Night 4:30 - 10:30 PM
Bring the Family, Enjoy a Dinner, Win a Prize!
515 E. Knight Street, Eaton Rapids

Purchase All Day Passes Today! Save money and help St. Peter Catholic Church as Anderson Midway donates a portion of all...
05/12/2026

Purchase All Day Passes Today! Save money and help St. Peter Catholic Church as Anderson Midway donates a portion of all Pre-Sale tickets to the Church.

Thursday Night St. Peter Ox Roast Festival & Carnival begins!Bring the family in for dinner, games and Spin-2-Win!4:30 -...
05/12/2026

Thursday Night St. Peter Ox Roast Festival & Carnival begins!
Bring the family in for dinner, games and Spin-2-Win!
4:30 - 10:30 PM
Ox Roast Sandwiches, Sausage & Sauerkraut, Homemade Mac-N-Cheese, Baked Beans, Desserts and more!

Sample Spin-2-Win Prizes:
$1 buys a ticket!

Pre-Ordered Passes are less expensive. Order soon!
05/07/2026

Pre-Ordered Passes are less expensive. Order soon!

Address

515 E Knight Street
Eaton Rapids, MI
48827

Opening Hours

Monday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Tuesday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Thursday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Friday 8:30am - 4:30pm

Telephone

+15176634735

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