Parish News
Join The Children’s Choir 23-24
Register now to join the Children’s Choir – open to grades 3-8.
Bulletin Article – August 20, 2023
From The School Principal – by Patrick Holley, Principal
2023 Ministry Schedule – August 26-27
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A New Week – August 20, 2023
We had a great Back to School Sunday, Blessing of the Backpacks, and School Open House last Sunday and our St. Margaret of Scotland students returned to school this past Wednesday.
Boy Scouts Back To School
Event Date: Thursday, August 31, 6:00-8:00pm
SMOS School Parking Lot
Do You Babysit?
Do you love children? Even other people’s children? Then have we got the thing for you!
We’re looking for folks to help us with a new SMOS ministry – a Babysitters Club! We are in need of sitters for the Parishioner Thank You, which is coming up on Sunday, August 27th.
Immigrant & Refugee Ministry Opens Its Doors
The Immigrant & Refugee Ministry is a relational, welcoming ministry that strives to uphold the God-given worth and dignity of each person. IRM is a collaborative ministry of St. Anthony of Padua, St. Cronan, St. Margaret of Scotland, St. Pius V, St. Vincent de Paul, and St. Stephen Protomartyr.
GOTR Registration Now Open!
This Fall, SMOS will participate in both the traditional Girls on the Run Program for 3-5th graders, and also the Heart and Sole Program for 6-8th graders.
2023 Ministry Schedule – August 19-20
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A New Week – August 13, 2023
Happy Back to School Sunday and Back to School Week! And coming up… it’s Stewardship Season!
Bulletin Article – August 13, 2023
From The Coordinator Of Religious Education – by Gwen Cataldo, CRE
SMOS Advocacy Table Is Back!
After the Summer hiatus, the parish Advocacy Table has returned following the 8:00am and 10:00am Masses. Each week, as parishioners…
Final SMOS Summer Socials
Join us on August 15 for the final two Summer Socials at SMOS – both to celebrate the Feast of the Assumption.
Parishioner Thank You
Event Date: Sunday, August 27, 4:00-6:00pm
Church Hall – Reception; Church – Vespers
Protecting God’s Children – September Workshop
NEW THIS SCHOOL YEAR… School families must have ALL parents/guardians in compliance with Protecting God’s Children.
Upcoming PGC Workshop
Wednesday, September 20 @ 6:00pm
School Cafeteria
2023 Ministry Schedule – August 12-13
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Guidelines For Parish & School Rentals in Tower Grove Park
Any parish or school organization setting up a rental for a pavilion, field, etc., at Tower Grove Park, must go…
A New Week – August 6, 2023
The Sundays of Ordinary Time are replaced this weekend by the Feast of the Transfiguration of the Lord.
Bulletin Article – August 6, 2023
Spiritual Reflection – by Orin Johnson, Director of Music & Liturgy
South City PSR Registration 2023-2024
Registration for 2023-2024 South City Deanery PSR program will be held on both 8/13 and 8/21 at St. John the Baptist.
Back To School Sunday & Blessing Of The Backpacks 2023
Event Date: Sunday, August 13, 10:00am
St. Margaret of Scotland Church
2023 Ministry Schedule – August 5-6
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Summer Ministry Article – July 30, 2023
Liturgical Ministry Reflection – by Justin Roth
A New Week – July 30, 2023
Next weekend, August 5-6, St. Margaret of Scotland will participate in the Annual Mission Appeal. This year, we welcome Fr. George Ssemmombwe, who will preach on behalf of Broader Vision School in Entebbe, Uganda.
Night Of Jesus Jams! – Summer Socials
Ms. Gwen’s Summer Socials continues in August with a rockin’ good dance party in the Church Hall for all children aged 7-11. So don’t miss out – be sure to sign up today!!
Welcome New Members of Parish Family – July 2023
Please welcome the following families who have officially registered in St. Margaret of Scotland parish in the past several weeks.
Missionary Appeal – August 5-6
The weekend of August 5-6, 2023, St. Margaret of Scotland will participate in the annual Archdiocesan Missionary Appeal. Each year,…
Youth Ministry Fall Trips 2023
SMOS Youth Ministry has two amazing trips planned for this Fall. Both are opportunities to learn more about Catholic Social…
SMOS VBS Community Help
St. Margaret’s first Vacation Bible School is coming up next week and we want your recyclables! Find details about this and other support opportunities on the SMOS website.
2023 Ministry Schedule – July 29-30
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Summer Ministry Article – July 23, 2023
Scouting Reflection – by Cubmaster Matty Kleinberg
A New Week – July 23, 2023
World Youth Day is from August 1-6 in Lisbon, Portugal this year.
‘Addressing Gun Violence’ – Last Chance To Register
This summit on gun violence prevention will likely sell out this week – so please be sure to get your spot before registration closes! You can just sign up for a half day, if you’re not available for the full session.
Are You A SMOS Alum?
Stay in touch with your old Alma Mater, as sign up for the new Flocknote we created just for SMOS alums!
2023 Ministry Schedule – July 22-23
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A New Week – July 16, 2023
For your reflection this week, here is an article recently shared by our Archdiocesan Eucharistic Revival team.
Summer Ministry Article – July 16, 2023
Finance Committee Reflection – by Patty Hendrickson
Br. Dominick – Solemn Profession of Vows
You are invited to the Solemn Profession of Vows for for Br. Dominick Jean, O.P. on Saturday, August 12 at 10am. Please RSVP!
Mass Intentions Available
Please remember, if you would like to mark an occasion (birthdays, anniversaries, graduations, etc.), to recall a beloved family member or friend (living or deceased), or any special prayer – parishioners may request an intention be listed in the bulletin and honored during a Mass at St. Margaret of Scotland Church. Mass Cards are also available.
Nature Day Video Chat – Summer Socials
Call of the Wild! Be sure to sign-up your kids to join Ms. Gwen Cataldo on this special Zoom call to celebrate the life of St. Kateri – Friday, July 14 @ 10AM.
A New Week – July 9, 2023
Summertime! It’s my favorite time of year.
Summer Ministry Article – July 9, 2023
Ladies Auxiliary Reflection – by Delaney Clement
2023 Ministry Schedule – July 15-16
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Protecting God’s Children – August Workshops
NEW THIS SCHOOL YEAR… School families must have ALL parents/guardians in compliance with Protecting God’s Children BEFORE the start of School.
PGC Workshops
Sunday, August 6 @ 9:30am
Tuesday, August 8 @ 5:00pm
School Cafeteria
SMOS Vacation Bible School
Vacation Bible School at St. Margaret of Scotland Church Hall
July 31-August 4, 9am-12pm
A New Week – July 2, 2023
Happy 4th of July!
Summer Ministry Article – July 2, 2023
Young Adults & Professionals Reflection – by Philip Masini
2023 Ministry Schedule – July 9-10
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Advocacy Table Hiatus
Advocacy Table To Return July 30th. This Spring saw the return of our parish’s Advocacy Table following the 8:00am and…
Tyler Clementi Foundation – Anti-Bullying Statement Signatory
It’s been a year since, after much discernment around the Parish, St. Margaret of Scotland became proud signers of the…
Save The Date – SMOS Vacation Bible School
Save The Date – Vacation Bible School at St. Margaret of Scotland
July 31-August 4, 9am-12pm Noon
Summer Ministry Article – June 25, 2023
St. Vincent de Paul Society Reflection – by Dave Greiner
2023 Ministry Schedule – July 1-2
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‘Give Us This Day’ Subscription Renewal 2023-24
Discounted subscriptions are available for $38 through July 20, 2023. Subscriptions run from August 2023 through July 2024.
World Refugee Day & SMOS Advocacy Table
World Refugee Day is Tuesday, June 20, 2023. Immigrant or Migrant; Refugee or Asylum Seeker? Immigrant: leaves their homeland with…
A New Week – June 18, 2023
Happy Father’s Day!
2023 Ministry Schedule – June 24-25
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Summer Ministry Article – June 18, 2023
Respect Life Committee Reflection – by Tim & Alia Keys
Mid-June Summer Socials
Be sure to sign-up for the Elementary Bible Day Camp or the Noah’s Ark Party with Ms. Gwen as part of Summer Socials at SMOS!
Flocknotes Sign-Up Follow-Up
Our Flocknote Signup Sunday was a big success this past weekend. Did you miss it? If so, it’s never too…
Save The Date – Archdiocesan Gun Violence Summit
Members of the SMOS Gun Sense: For the Common Good team have been hard at work organizing an event for…
Non-School Families Religious Education Survey
For all families whose children do not attend St. Margaret of Scotland School – Please help us track the religious education of our parish children not enrolled in St. Margaret’s School by completing our annual survey.
Summer Clothing Request from Isaiah 58 Ministries
St. Vincent De Paul Society Needs Your Help! Our friends at Isaiah 58 Ministries need summer clothing for their Clothing Room. …
A New Week – June 11, 2023
Most Holy Body & Blood of Christ
2023 Ministry Schedule – June 17-18
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Summer Ministry Article – June 11, 2023
Living Justice Ministries Reflection – by Juliann Hesed, Mike Holdinghaus, & Sarah Rebholz
Synod Listening Session
Event Date: Sunday, June 11, 11:30am-1:00pm
Church Hall – 3854 Flad Ave., Saint Louis, MO 63110
2023 Welcome Mass & Reception For New School Families
Event Date: Saturday, June 10, 4:30-6:00pm
Church & Hall – 3854 Flad Ave., Saint Louis, MO 63110
A New Week – June 4, 2023
Liturgical Etiquette
Pray For Expectant Mothers
Respect Life Committee In the month of May, the Respect Life Group collected names at the Marian Altar for expectant…
Summer Ministry Article – June 4, 2023
Youth Ministry Reflection – by Emma Grace Johnson
2023 Ministry Schedule – June 10-11
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2023 School Board Election Results
Congratulations to our newly elected School Board Members! Each will serve a three-year term. Thank you to the terrific slate…
Parish Calendar Updates
Deadline Next Monday – June 12 It’s time to lay out the calendar for the remainder of 2023 and the…
Wear Orange Weekend
This weekend is Wear Orange Weekend. The SMOS Gun Sense: For the Common Good team invites you to wear your orange…
Kickball Game – Summer Socials
Be sure to sign-up for the Kickball Game with Ms. Gwen as part of Summer Socials at SMOS!
All Things New – Formal Announcement For St. Margaret of Scotland
Attached is the All Things New Letter to the Faithful for St. Margaret of Scotland from Archbishop Rozanski which was announced on May 27, 2023.
Six-Parish Collaborative Launches With SMOS Parishioner At The Helm
CONGRATULATIONS to parishioner Kevin Kuehl who has been hired as Coordinator of the Immigrant & Refugee Ministry (IRM), a six-parish collaborative of which St. Margaret of Scotland is a member.
2023 Ministry Schedule – June 3-4
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It’s Summer at St. Margaret’s! What Does that Mean?
School is letting out, everyone is talking about travel plans, and spring is maturing into summer. We all know what that looks like in a school setting, but what does that look like at our parish? What programs will continue over the summer, and what will take a break?
Preparing For The All Things New Announcement
After nearly two years of gathering data and feedback, Archbishop Rozanski will announce his decision regarding All Things New on Saturday, May 27, the day before Pentecost.
We Are Hiring!
Great Teachers Needed!! St. Margaret of Scotland currently has a good number of open positions available for teachers in Preschool,…
2023 Ministry Schedule – May 27-28
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Parish & School Picnic 2023
Event Date: Friday, May 26, 5:00-9:00pm
Tower Grove Park Sons of Rest Pavilion – 3619 Southeast Dr., Saint Louis, MO 63110
Summer Socials At SMOS
Join SMOS Coordinator of Religious Education, Gwen Cataldo, and her Summer Social Team for activities and religious formation fun for your children – June-August 2023.
2023 Ministry Schedule – May 20-21
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2023 Ministry Schedule – May 13-14
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Update On All Things New
Here’s the latest update on All Things New from Fr. Chris Martin, Vicar for Strategic Planning for the Archdiocese of St. Louis.
Gun Violence Call To Action
Event Date: Thursday, May 11, 7:00-8:00pm
St. Margaret of Scotland Church – 3854 Flad Ave., Saint Louis, 63110
2023 YA Summer Kick-Off & Trivia Night
Event Date: Saturday, May 6, 7:00-9:00pm
Aquinas Institute, 23 S. Spring Ave, St. Louis, MO 63108
SVdP Shampoo Drive
Your St. Vincent de Paul Society is asking for help in supplying shampoo for our neighbors in need from 5/7-5/21.
2023 SMOS Fall Sports Registration
Registration for CYC Volleyball (3rd-8th), CYC Soccer (2nd-8th) and Judge Dowd Soccer (PK-1st) is now open through June 1st.
Mourning & Remembering Lives Lost
Here’s the latest update on All Things New from Fr. Chris Martin, Vicar for Strategic Planning for the Archdiocese of St. Louis.
2023 Ministry Schedule – May 6-7
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Welcome Neighbor STL Syrian Supper Club
Event Date: Friday, May 12, 6:00-8:00pm
St. Margaret of Scotland Church Hall – 3854 Flad Ave., Saint Louis, 63110
Novena Day Nine: We Are The Spirit Of St. Margaret
Join us to pray Day Nine of our 2023 Novena – “We Are The Spirit Of St. Margaret”.
Novena Day Eight: We Are Called And Gifted
Join us to pray Day Eight of our 2023 Novena – “We Are Called And Gifted”.
Novena Day Seven: We Are Catholic
Join us to pray Day Seven of our 2023 Novena – “We Are Catholic”.
Novena Day Six: We Are Servants
Join us to pray Day Six of our 2023 Novena – “We Are Servants”.
2023 Ministry Schedule – April 29-30
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Novena Day Five: We Are Learners
Join us to pray Day Five of our 2023 Novena – “We Are Learners”.
Novena Day Four: We Are Just
Join us to pray Day Four of our 2023 Novena – “We Are Just”.
Novena Day Three: We Are Vibrant
Join us to pray Day Three of our 2023 Novena – “We Are Vibrant”.
Novena Day Two: We Are Diverse
Join us to pray Day Two of our 2023 Novena – “We Are Diverse”.
Novena Day One: We Are Community
Join us to pray Day One of our 2023 Novena – “We Are Community”.
Novena Introduction & Background
Join us April 17-26, 2023, as we pray this Community Novena for Catholic Education – seeking the guidance of the Holy Spirit as we prepare for a transition in our School leadership.
2023 Ministry Schedule – April 22-23
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2023 Ministry Schedule – April 15-16
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2nd Annual Earth Day Pilgrimage
Celebrate Earth Day with your SMOS Parishioners by taking an alternative to your car to get to Mass on April…
Annie Jr.
Event Date: Friday, April 14 – Sunday, April 16
St. Margaret of Scotland Church Hall – 3854 Flad Ave., Saint Louis, 63110
DragonFest
Event Date: Thursday, May 11, 7:00-8:00pm
St. Margaret of Scotland Church – 3854 Flad Ave., Saint Louis, 63110
2023 Ministry Schedule – April 8-9
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Lent 2023 – Week V
We continue with our prayer, fasting, and giving for the Season of Lent. Here are the activities planned for this…
Good Friday Prayer Vigil – Led by LJM Gun Sense: For the Common Good
The SMOS Gun Sense: For the Common Good task force invites you to a Good Friday Prayer Vigil: Mourning and Remembering Lives Lost.
2023 Ministry Schedule – April 1-2
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2023 Holy Week Announcements
The SCHEDULE FOR HOLY WEEK – which begins after Palm Sunday, April 2 – is as follows. We have a lot of other details for these final days of Lent including Fasting & Abstinence, Blessing of Easter Baskets & Chalk Drawings, Triduum Collections, and Holiday Office Hours. For more information on all of our Holy Week details, click here.
Lent 2023 – Week IV
We continue with our prayer, fasting, and giving for the Season of Lent. Here are the activities planned for this…
2023 Ministry Schedule – March 25-26
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Stations of the Cross – Led by LJM Gun Sense: For the Common Good
Please join us in the chapel for a Stations of the Cross hosted by our Gun Sense: For the Common Good team.
Lent 2023 – Week III
We continue with our prayer, fasting, and giving for the Season of Lent. Here are the activities planned for this…
2023 Ministry Schedule – March 18-19
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Youth Ministry Lenten Dinner
Event Date: Friday, March 24 @ 7:30 pm – 8:30 pm
St. Margaret of Scotland Church Hall – 3854 Flad Ave., Saint Louis, 63110
Grinnell Singers Concert
Event Date: Sunday, March 19 @ 7:00 pm
St. Margaret of Scotland Church – 3854 Flad Ave., Saint Louis, 63110
School Board Nominations
Call for Nominees to Run for School Board! It’s time to nominate three candidates for the School Board to replace…
Lenten Compline
Event Date: Sunday, March 26 @ 7:30 pm – 8:30 pm
St. Margaret of Scotland Church – 3854 Flad Ave., Saint Louis, 63110
SMOS Day of Service
Event Date: Saturday, April 22 @ 9:00 am – 6:00 pm
St. Margaret of Scotland School – 3964 Castleman Ave., Saint Louis, MO 63110
St. Margaret of Scotland Church – 3854 Flad Ave., Saint Louis, MO 63110
Protecting God’s Children Workshop
Event Date: Saturday, March 25@ 9:00 am – 11:00 am
St. Margaret of Scotland Church Hall – 3854 Flad Ave., Saint Louis, 63110
SMOS Parish Penance Service
Event Date: Tuesday, March 14 @ 7:00 pm – 8:00 pm
St. Margaret of Scotland Church – 3854 Flad Ave., Saint Louis, 63110
Lent 2023 – Week II
We continue with our prayer, fasting, and giving for the Season of Lent. Here are the activities planned for this…
2023 Ministry Schedule – March 11-12
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SMOS Racism Reflection IX
The following concludes our series of reflections on our Parish Statement on Racism.
Fish Fry 2023
Event Date: Friday, March 31 @ 5:00–8:00pm
St. Margaret of Scotland School – 3964 Castleman Ave., Saint Louis, MO, 63110
Lent 2023 – Week I
We continue with our prayer, fasting, and giving for the Season of Lent. Here are the activities planned for this…
SMOS Racism Reflection VIII
Michael Miller is a parishioner at St. Margaret of Scotland, resident of Shaw neighborhood, and a mission leader for SSM Health.
2023 Ministry Schedule – March 4-5
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Lent 2023 Begins
With Ash Wednesday comes the official beginning of the Season of Lent. Lent is a time for prayer, fasting, and…
SMOS Racism Reflection VII
Peter Hesed is the Director of Music Emeritus for St. Margaret of Scotland.
2023 Ministry Schedule – February 25-26
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Lent 2023 Announcements
ASH WEDNESDAY Wednesday, February 22, is Ash Wednesday, the beginning of the penitential season of Lent. Masses will be celebrated,…
Unclouding Our Past
Event Date: Sunday, March 12 @ 11:00 am – 1:15 pm
St. Margaret of Scotland Church Hall – 3854 Flad Ave., Saint Louis, MO, 63110
Boy Scout Troop 110 Electronics Recycling Event
Event Date: Saturday, March 4, 9:00am – 12:30pm
St. Margaret of Scotland School Parking Lot – 3964 Castleman Ave., Saint Louis, MO 63110
Scouts’ Breakfast For Dinner
Event Date: Friday, March 3 @ 5:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Church Hall – St. Margaret of Scotland, 3854 Flad Ave., Saint Louis, MO, 63110
SMOS Racism Reflection VI
Dr. Kelly L. Schmidt co-chairs St. Margaret of Scotland’s Racial Equity Committee and is a historian of slavery and the Catholic Church.
All Things New – Second Draft Models Released
From the very beginning of All Things New we have been asking the question “Which communities does it make most…
SMOS Racism Reflection V
Julie Hesed is the chair of the SMOS Living Justice Ministry and is the former principal of St. Margaret of Scotland School.
SMOS Pen Pal Program
Please help us connect St. Margaret Parishioners with students from the School. Sign-up today at bit.ly/smospenpals2023!
SMOS Racism Reflection IV
Winnie Sullivan co-chairs the Antiracism Team and serves on the Pastoral Council at St. Francis Xavier (College) Church.
2023 SMOS Golf Registration
Registration for SMOS CYC Golf is Now Open. Registration is open to 2nd-8th graders. The golf season for 2nd-4th grades…
SMOS Racism Reflection III
Kevin Kuehl is a member of the Racial Equity Team of Living Justice Ministries. He teaches theology at Cor Jesu Academy.
2023 SMOS Track Registration
REGISTRATION FOR SMOS CYC TRACK IS NOW CLOSED. REGISTRATION REACHED ITS LIMIT OF THE FIRST 95 KIDS, SO IT IS…
All Things New Parent-Teacher Survey Results
As part of All Things New, the Archdiocese of St. Louis is examining our parishes, schools, ministries and agencies, evaluating…
Light In The Darkness
Facebook Event: https://fb.me/e/1XPPhphBF Join our Director of Music and Liturgy Orin Johnson and friends Shannon Cerneka and Kate Basi for…
SMOS Racism Reflection II
Gerry Rauch is a member of the Racial Equity Team of Living Justice Ministries. She and her husband Kloud have been parishioners for 38 years.
SMOS Racism Reflection I
Mike Holdinghaus is a parishioner and former Chair of the SMOS Living Justice Ministries.
2023 SMOS Baseball/Softball Registration
Registration for Start Baseball Right (Boys & Girls) for grades Pre-K, K & 1st and Baseball and Softball for grades 2nd – 8th is now open through January 8th.
DragonFest – Save The Date
2023 SMOS Auction Dear Friends, The St. Margaret of Scotland Auction is happening in 2023! Join SMOS families and supporters…
Preserving Our Future Appreciation
As the Parish wraps up its most recent major capital campaign, Preserving Our Future, please see this letter of thanks…
Soup Supper
Save The Date! To thank you for your support throughout the year as well as your more than generous support…
Christmas Outreach 2022
The SMOS St. Vincent de Paul Society has kicked off its annual giving season going on now through the end…
Advent Compline
December 18th7:30pmSt. Margaret of Scotland Church Please join us for 30 minutes of seasonal instrumental music followed by sung night…
A Charlie Brown Christmas Musical 2022
St. Margaret of Scotland presents…A CHARLIE BROWN CHRISTMAS MUSICALin the Church Hall Parish Children present this fun holiday musical for…
Advent By Candlelight
Join SMOS Women In Prayer & Sodality Enjoy an evening of prayer, food, and reflection with your Parish sisters. Register…
St. Margaret of Scotland Launches Gun Violence Prevention Initiative
The Living Justice Ministry at St. Margaret of Scotland has assembled a Parish task force to address the epidemic of…
All Things New Parish Listening Session Materials and Online Survey Available
Thank you to everyone who attended our two All Things New Parish Listening Sessions at the beginning of November 2022. …
#iGiveCatholic – Giving Campaign To Celebrate #GivingTuesday
The #iGiveCatholic Giving Day campaign will take place on Tuesday, November 29 from 12:00 AM – 11:59 PM. This is…
Feast On Flad 2022
FEAST ON FLAD Saturday, November 12th 4:30pm Mass Dinner & Festivities to Follow Church Hall & Outside Purchase Tickets…
November Is Black Catholic History Month
Did you know that November is Black Catholic History Month. Black history matters in the Church because it shows us…
Additional School Survey
On Monday, October 17, the The Archdiocese of St. Louis released new information regarding Catholic education – including additional resources…
2022 Stewardship Report
The Parish Call To Be A Good Steward The weekend of September 24 & 25 is Stewardship Weekend and…
Parish Listening Sessions
All Things New – Parish Listening Sessions Monday, November 7th – 6-8pm Wednesday, November 9th – 6-8pm Church Hall …
September 2022 Update
Thanks to all of you who have participated in the ALL THINGS NEW surveys and provided data and feedback over…
August 2022 Update
Due to changing demographics, a more secularized society, and fewer future priests, the Archdiocese of St. Louis has launched ALL…
Winter Outreach 2021
Merry Christmas! St. Vincent dePaul Conference St. Margaret of Scotland Church We reach out to you so our Neighbors in…
Fair of Prayer Events Cancelled
New City COVID Ordinances Require Us to Suspend Plans Saturday, November 14, 2020 St. Margaret of Scotland Church ALL MASSES…
A Fair of Prayer
THE FEAST DAY Our annual Parish & School celebration of our patron saint will be modified for the sake of…
Good Stewards of God’s Works
Dear Parishioners, This week you will receive a brochure introducing our Good stewards of God’s Works program our parish will…
2019-20 Annual Report
Your support helps us develop pastoral programming and outreach, educate students, maintain our buildings, and serve the parish and school…
Friday, July 24 Return to Learn Plan Release
Dear St. Margaret of Scotland Families, Thank you for your patience as we have made decisions for our return to…
Friday, July 20 Archdiocese Press Release
Dear SMOS Community, This morning, a statement was released by the St. Louis Archdiocese regarding the reopening of Catholic Schools…
2020 Annual Catholic Appeal
Supporting the Annual Catholic Appeal means thousands will find grace and mercy and have the resources they need. We help…
Lent at St. Margaret of Scotland
Watch all Holy Week Services Lent looks much different this year due to the shelter in place orders due to…
Summer Projects in Motion
Summer is not “downtime” at St. Margaret of Scotland. While students are off from school and many organizations suspend some…
Register for Exploring Migration Program
ASYLUM SEEKERS, DREAMERS, REFUGEES, PEOPLE AT THE BORDER, TRAFFICKING . . . What are we to do? Every day you…
Parish Choir News
The parish choir will have its traditional Summer break during the month of July. During June and August, we continue…
Announcement of New Principal
It is with great joy I announce today that Clare Abkemeier will become the new principal of St. Margaret of…
Preserving Our Future Campaign Kick-Off
Forget football – this weekend, February 2 and 3, St. Margaret of Scotland is excited to announce the kick-off of our…
Novena for Principal Search
Accompany What does it mean to accompany? Why do we do it? I pose it because there is a lot…
Juliann Hesed Announces Her Last Year as Principal
Dear Parents in our St. Margaret of Scotland Community, It is after much prayer and thought that I announce my…
Advent, Christmas, and New Year Service Times
Parish Penance Service: Thursday, December 13 – 6:30 p.m. Christmas Masses: Monday, December 24 – 4:30 p.m. (Family Mass) and…
Honoring Our School’s History
To our many alumni and guests returning to St. Margaret of Scotland School, I am Father Matthew O’Toole, pastor of…
Evangelizing the Numbers
Recently I shared with the parish an astounding statistic regarding St. Margaret of Scotland: in the last fiscal year (July…
Forming Young Women of Faith
On February 18, Archbishop Robert Carlson announced his decision to disband the Catholic Committee on Girl Scouts, citing concerns regarding…
Managing Our Parish’s Growth
The increasing enrollment of both our school and our parish has been “a good problem.” Each week at the rectory…
Retreat to the Catacomb
After the liturgies for Corpus Christi (June 2), the St. Margaret of Scotland worship space will move from the church…
“We Are Responsible For Our History”
Having taught history for years in high school, I was often reminded that there was a portion of history the…