Christmas Country Church Tour

12/25/2025

Merry Christmas from the Christmas Country Church Tour! ✨⛪
Thank you to everyone who joined us this season to experience the beauty, history, and holiday spirit of our historic country churches. We are incredibly grateful for the churches, volunteers, and communities who make this beloved tradition possible year after year.

Wishing you a joyful Christmas filled with peace, reflection, and treasured moments—and we hope to see you again for the tour in 2026! ❤️🎶

12/23/2025

Thank you to everyone who joined us last week for the Christmas Country Church Tour! We loved welcoming visitors from near and far to experience the beauty, history, and holiday spirit of our churches across the region.

A huge thank you to our incredible volunteers who give their time, energy, and hearts to make this tour possible year after year — we truly couldn’t do it without you.

We wish you all a very happy holiday season, and we can’t wait to welcome you back for the 2026 Christmas Country Church Tour! ✨🎄

12/17/2025

It starts TOMORROW! ✨🎄
Christmas Country Church Tour kicks off tomorrow—are you ready? Have your route planned?
Just a reminder: the tour runs 1 PM – 8 PM both days, so take your time, explore, and soak in the holiday spirit. ❤️⛪

12/16/2025

✨ #36 – Our Lady of Victory Catholic Church – Sereno, MO ✨

⛪ Founded in 1904, Our Lady of Victory Catholic Church began as a response to local parishioners who found travel to the Lithium parish difficult. Their determination built the foundation of the Sereno faith community.

The first Mass was celebrated on June 6, 1908, by Rev. Patrick Lyons in a vacant store. He vowed to return—if a chapel was built. Inspired by this promise, the community got to work, and by 1909, even though it was only partially finished, the new church hosted its first Sunday Mass.

Growth and devotion continued through the decades. In 1994, the parish received permission to construct a new church, which was joyfully dedicated in 1997. 🙏

Step inside this beautiful parish during the 20th Anniversary Christmas Country Church Tour and experience the history, faith, and community that define Sereno.

📅 December 18 & 19
⏰ 1 PM – 8 PM

A warm welcome awaits you at Our Lady of Victory! ✨❤️

12/15/2025

This week, step into Christmas tradition. 🎄
The Christmas Country Church Tour invites you to travel across 4 counties in Southeast Missouri, discovering 40 historic churches filled with history, beauty, and holiday charm.
Each stop is sure to take your breath away. ✨

📅 December 18 & 19
🕐 1–8 PM

12/14/2025

#27 – Immaculate Conception Catholic Church – St. Mary, MO ✨

Immaculate Conception Catholic Church in St. Mary has deep roots along the Mississippi River bluff. In 1853, St. Mary’s Seminary of Perryville purchased six acres for $100, choosing what was considered the most desirable site overlooking the river.

From 1854 to 1871, Vincentian priests from the Seminary cared for the mission, which served the surrounding communities of Ozora, Lithium, and St. Mary. A small frame church was built in 1855, and in 1861, Reverend Abraham Ryan—Vincentian priest and poet—preached a mission here.

As the community grew, so did the parish. By 1871, membership had reached 175 parishioners, and the need for a larger church became clear. The cornerstone of the current structure was laid in 1887, standing faithfully as the spiritual heart of St. Mary until 2018.

🎶 Enjoy Live Music During the Tour!
Thursday (12/18)
• 4–8 PM — Bill Hart & Jack Koetting

Friday (12/19)
• 3–5 PM — Brittney Johnson
• 5–8 PM — Avery Helmers

Join us in celebrating this historic church during the 20th Anniversary Christmas Country Church Tour!
📅 December 18 & 19
⏰ 1 PM – 8 PM

Step inside and explore a treasured piece of Perry County’s Catholic heritage. ❤️⛪️✨

12/14/2025

Still looking for a place to stay during the Christmas Country Church Tour? 🚲
Caroline’s Bicycle Hostel still has availability and offers a unique, cozy place to rest between stops on the tour! Book your stay and make a full holiday getaway of it while you’re in Perry County.

📅 Christmas Country Church Tour
🕐 December 18 & 19 | 1–8 PM

Caroline's Bicycle Hostel

12/12/2025

✨ #18 – Lithium Baptist Church – Lithium, MO ✨

Originally surveyed in 1822, the community of Lithium was once envisioned as a health resort, believed to be enriched by the healing properties of its spring water. 💧
The town was officially incorporated in 1883, and just two years later—in 1885—Lithium Baptist Church was built on land generously donated by C.F. Laurence, preserving a beautiful piece of this historic community’s story.

Step inside this charming country church during the 20th Anniversary Christmas Country Church Tour and experience the peace, history, and warmth that have welcomed visitors for generations. ✨

📅 December 18 & 19
⏰ 1 PM – 8 PM

Come explore the timeless beauty of Lithium Baptist Church this Christmas season. ❤️⛪️

12/11/2025

The Christmas Country Church Tour is ONE WEEK AWAY! ✨🎄
Get ready to experience the magic of our 20th anniversary tour happening December 18 & 19 from 1pm–8pm.

Now is the perfect time to plan your route, gather your family and friends, and set out to explore the glow of 40 beautifully decorated country churches across Southeast Missouri. 🚗🕯️

We can’t wait to celebrate this milestone year with you! ❤️

12/10/2025

#9 Apple Creek Presbyterian Church – Pocahontas, MO
Apple Creek Presbyterian Church is a remarkable piece of frontier history. ⛪️✨ Established in 1821, it turned 200 years old in 2021 and stands as the third oldest Presbyterian church west of the Mississippi River.

In the early days of settlement, the church was a welcome haven for pioneers seeking a fresh start—where land was affordable for those willing to brave the challenges of building a life on the new frontier. 🌾🛤️

Today, Apple Creek Presbyterian remains a proud symbol of resilience, community, and enduring faith—making it a truly special stop on the Christmas Country Church Tour. ❤️

12/10/2025

Looking for a delicious meal while you’re out exploring the Christmas Country Church Tour?
Make sure to stop by Saxony Hills Brewery in Altenburg for a hearty homestyle dinner!

They’ll be serving:
• 🥘 Kettle Beef with mashed potatoes, gravy, & green beans
• 🍲 Hot Chicken & Dumplings with a side & roll
• 🍰 Plus—save room for dessert!
And don’t forget to pair your meal with one of their house-brewed beers! 🍺

📍 Hours during the tour:
Thursday, December 18 • 3–10 PM
Friday, December 19 • 3–10 PM
📌 303 Maple St., Altenburg, MO

Make Saxony Hills Brewery one of your stops on the East End of Perry County as you enjoy the Christmas Country Church Tour! 🎄✨