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ANNOUNCEMENTS
Saturday, October 31, is Halloween, and Fr. John invites all parishioners to a special Halloween Mass at 4:30 PM. Young and old are welcome to come in costume before heading out to Trick or Treat in Shaw after Mass (please no masks or props inside the Sanctuary – you can leave those in the vestibule at the entrance of Church). Since many kids will be up late, this is a perfect way to get to Sunday Mass with your family in case the little ones need to sleep late (or you do!) on Sunday morning. Also, as with every year, Fr. John will be handing out candy to trick-or-treaters at the Rectory that evening. He is looking forward to seeing your costumes and hearing your jokes!
ALL SAINTS DAY
Sunday, November 1, is the Feast of All Saints. Since this falls on a Sunday this year, we will have our usual weekend Mass schedule.
ALL SOULS DAY
Monday, November 2, is All Souls Day, when we remember and pray for our beloved dead. We will celebrate All Souls Day with our usual 6:30 AM weekday Mass.
Feast on Flad is back! Join us Saturday, November 14, for Mass, Steve’s Hot Dogs, live music, fire pits, our annual St. Margaret skit, and the ever-popular Scotch tasting for adults. It’s a favorite St. Margaret’s tradition, and everyone is welcome! Dinner tickets must be purchased by November 8, so don’t wait until the last hot dog is spoken for!
Get the details and tickets at the link below!
Interested in learning more about the Catholic faith? Becoming Catholic weekly gatherings begin Sunday, September 20. Adults at any point in their faith journey are welcome, including those exploring Catholicism and those seeking to deepen their faith. The community also supports those participating in the Order of Christian Initiation (OCIA) process.
Parish Life
LATEST NEWS
Injustice doesn’t change when we stay silent. Join the St. Margaret of Scotland Living Justice Ministries for this month’s peaceful demonstration on Friday, November 6th, and stand up for the issues that matter most to you and your St. Louis neighbors. Bring your signs, bring your family, and make your voice heard! Don’t sit on the sidelines — RSVP today and stand up for the Common Good!
Feeling lucky? The St. Margaret of Scotland Ladies Auxiliary 2027 Raffle is back with monthly chances to win and a bigger top prize of $200! Watch your mailbox and your student’s backpack for tickets, then get in on the fun. Pick your lucky numbers, send in your donation, and get your tickets into the drawing! Every ticket supports our parish and school community.
Teens, the Church needs YOUR gifts! Join us Saturday, November 7, for our second Youth Mass of the year at St. Margaret of Scotland! Whether you love music, proclaiming Scripture, serving, or welcoming others, there’s a place for you. Come as you are, bring a friend, and find your place at the table!
UPCOMING EVENTS
BULLETIN ARTICLES
Fr. Vien reflects on how the faith and generosity of those who came before us inspire us to leave our own legacy by living our faith and considering planned gifts that will sustain St. Margaret of Scotland for future generations.
Dr. Angie Thomas celebrates the leadership and kindness shown during Halloweenfest and shares how SMOS students will honor loved ones who have passed away through Día de los Muertos and Catholic traditions of remembrance and prayer.
Ashley Schuster reflects on how sainthood takes root in the ordinary lives of young people through kindness, mercy, perseverance, and the daily choice to make room for God.
Our Mission
We are a diverse, urban, Catholic parish. Inspired by the Holy Spirit and the example of our patroness, we are called to be a vibrant voice and beacon of the Catholic faith in our neighborhoods. We proclaim the Gospel of Jesus Christ in word and action by:
- Praying and celebrating as a Eucharistic community
- Educating children and adults to live a full Christian life in today’s world
- Serving others with unconditional generosity
- Living just lives and working for a more just society
Clergy Corner
Fr. John Rogers Vien has served as Pastor of St. Margaret of Scotland since 2021. He has been a priest in the Archdiocese of St. Louis for over 30 years.
Fr. John (and sometimes other guest priests) writes a weekly article in the Parish bulletin called “A New Week”, in which he highlights various things going on around the Parish, focuses attention on a social justice or ecumenical topic, and challenges all of us to become better disciples of Christ in our daily lives.
Besides presiding at Mass or around the Church and Rectory, you will most likely find Fr. John out walking the neighborhood with his dog, Axel.
