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St Peters Episcopal Church
Niagara Falls
NY
14303
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Who we are
Mission Statement
To provide a loving, spiritual community believing in worship, hospitality,
education and service.
The history of St. Peter’s Episcopal Church began in 1823, when a priest known to us only as “The Rev. Mr. Hopkins,” from the Diocese of New Jersey conducted the first services in the village of Niagara Falls. A few people began to assemble for worship in the small school house near the Falls. In January 1829, a church was formed called “Christ Church” with Wardens Samuel DeVeaux and Samuel Hooker. That same year Bishop John Henry Hobart preached the first sermon in Union Chapel on the extreme western frontier of his diocese, the entire state of New York. Union Chapel was built to be shared by the Methodists, Presbyterians, Episcopalians and others in “proportion to their respective contributions.”
In 1847, Christ Church changed its name to St. Peter’s Church at the suggestion of Samuel DeVeaux. The new name honored the First Apostle as well as General Peter B. Porter, whose heirs donated two village lots on the east side of First Street between Falls and Niagara Streets as sites for the church and rectory. The church was consecrated on May 3, 1858 by Bishop Delancey of Western New York.
After the Civil War, St. Peter’s Parish outgrew the church on First Street. In 1872, the Vestry commissioned architect Henry Dudley of New York City and this excellent example of a pure Gothic building was built. Noted Niagara Falls residents of the building committee were Daniel J. Townsend, Dexter R. Jerauld, Solon M. N. Whitney, and the rector, the Rev. Myron A. Johnson.
The laying of the cornerstone took place in 1873, while the construction of the new church extended over a period of several years. In 1880, the first service was held on All Saint’s Day. Bishop A. Cleveland Coxe consecrated this building that year. The adjoining Guild Hall was completed in 1901.
The members of St. Peter’s cherish our past, which is deeply rooted in the history of the Niagara Frontier. We also look to the future. God willing, there will be many more historic years and events to be recorded as the faithful continue to bear witness to Jesus Christ and His love in this community.
To provide a loving, spiritual community believing in worship, hospitality,
education and service.
The history of St. Peter’s Episcopal Church began in 1823, when a priest known to us only as “The Rev. Mr. Hopkins,” from the Diocese of New Jersey conducted the first services in the village of Niagara Falls. A few people began to assemble for worship in the small school house near the Falls. In January 1829, a church was formed called “Christ Church” with Wardens Samuel DeVeaux and Samuel Hooker. That same year Bishop John Henry Hobart preached the first sermon in Union Chapel on the extreme western frontier of his diocese, the entire state of New York. Union Chapel was built to be shared by the Methodists, Presbyterians, Episcopalians and others in “proportion to their respective contributions.”
In 1847, Christ Church changed its name to St. Peter’s Church at the suggestion of Samuel DeVeaux. The new name honored the First Apostle as well as General Peter B. Porter, whose heirs donated two village lots on the east side of First Street between Falls and Niagara Streets as sites for the church and rectory. The church was consecrated on May 3, 1858 by Bishop Delancey of Western New York.
After the Civil War, St. Peter’s Parish outgrew the church on First Street. In 1872, the Vestry commissioned architect Henry Dudley of New York City and this excellent example of a pure Gothic building was built. Noted Niagara Falls residents of the building committee were Daniel J. Townsend, Dexter R. Jerauld, Solon M. N. Whitney, and the rector, the Rev. Myron A. Johnson.
The laying of the cornerstone took place in 1873, while the construction of the new church extended over a period of several years. In 1880, the first service was held on All Saint’s Day. Bishop A. Cleveland Coxe consecrated this building that year. The adjoining Guild Hall was completed in 1901.
The members of St. Peter’s cherish our past, which is deeply rooted in the history of the Niagara Frontier. We also look to the future. God willing, there will be many more historic years and events to be recorded as the faithful continue to bear witness to Jesus Christ and His love in this community.
Location of worship / Church Address
140 Rainbow Boulevard
Niagara Falls,
NY
14303
United States
Phone: (716) 282-1717
Fax: (716) 282-4753
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Church Pastor
Rev. Judith D. Burrows
Priest in-charge
140 Rainbow Boulevard
Niagara Falls,
NY
14303
United States
Phone: (716) 282-1717
Fax: (716) 282-4753
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Quote of the Day
2 Corinthians 5:7
For we walk by faith, not by sight
For we walk by faith, not by sight
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2 blocks away from the Falls
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Free parking behind church off of Second Street
St Peters Episcopal Church Niagara Falls Service Times
Worship ever Sunday 10:00am with Holy Eucharist
Service Times last updated on the 25th of March, 2015
Service Times last updated on the 25th of March, 2015
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Full Choir - Steptember to June(New members always welcome)
Parish Vestry meeting second Tuesday of each month
Parish Altar Guild(New members always welcome)
Parish Vestry meeting second Tuesday of each month
Parish Altar Guild(New members always welcome)
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Handicap Accessible
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Parish Office open Monday - Friday 9am to 1pm (716) 282-1717
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