An Involved Church
About Us
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Saturday Mass
4:30PM
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Sunday Mass
8:30AM & 10:30AM
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Reconciliation
3:00 PM on Saturdays
We Welcome All
We have always seen ourselves as a “school of spirituality” since forming in 1982. We believe that our spiritual journey is a life-long endeavor. We seek to provide pathways for that journey to all people who seek a deepening relationship with God. We strive to live spiritually wholesome lives. We seek to deepen our knowledge of God, celebrate His presence and join Him in service to our brothers and sisters. We are committed to returning the gifts bestowed on us by caring for those in need. We focus on developing and nurturing the mind, body and spirit of each person who wishes to participate. We do this through strong liturgy, quality programs and enriching activities. We provide fruitful formation opportunities for all ages, beginning with our Catholic Preschool and Grade School, our Catechesis of the Good Shepherd Program, and our Parish School of Religion. We enjoy a fully engaged Youth Ministry Program for teens. We celebrate and support families of all shapes and sizes. We have an active and vibrantly mature community, we affectionately call Yesterday’s Kids. We are over 1400 households strong and growing. We warmly invite all to join us as we seek to know, experience and follow Jesus Christ who is the Truth, the Light and the Way in our daily lives.
Sacraments
Jesus gave the Church the seven sacraments. The sacraments are the main liturgical signs of the Church. They make the Paschal Mystery of Jesus, who is always the main celebrant of each sacrament, present to us. They make us sharers in the saving work of Christ and in the life of the Holy Trinity.
Sacraments Of Initiation
Baptism Preparation
Preparation: Done on an individual basis, monthly by arrangement.
Confirmation
Preparation: Class Instruction, parish activities, and service projects.
First Communion
Preparation: Class instruction and parish activities for children AND parents.
Sacraments Of Healing
First Reconciliation
Preparation: Class instruction and parish preparation. Parent meetings are a priority for this sacrament.
Anointing of the Sick
This sacrament is administered to those who have a serious illness, anticipate medical procedures, are infirm or advanced in age, or in immediate danger of death.
Sacraments Of Vocation
Marriage Preparation
This is a four-month period of preparation including the taking of PREPARE, a parish marriage preparation, and filling out necessary prenuptial forms. General Meeting is held in late January or early February. Later meetings are by appointment.
Holy Orders
Through Holy Orders a baptized man is consecrated to serve the whole Church as a bishop, priest, or deacon in the name of Christ. One may also consider a vocation through the Church as a religious sister or brother.
For More information
Please contact the parish office
Staff & Leadership
I was born and raised in Belleville and am a graduate of Cathedral Grade School, Althoff Catholic High School (’99), and DePaul University (’03) in Chicago. I attended Mundelein Seminary and was ordained a priest in 2008.
In my seventeen years of priesthood, I’ve served at St. Teresa in Belleville, Sacred Heart in Du Quoin, the Newman Catholic Student Center at SIU Carbondale, Holy Trinity and St. Stephen in Fairview Heights, and St. Mary in Mt. Vernon with St. Barbara in Scheller. I also spent eight years as Vocation Director for the Diocese of Belleville.
I enjoy retreat ministry—Cursillo, TEC, Quest, Awakenings, Luke 18, and others—which continues to be a meaningful part of my priesthood. I’ve also been involved in Hispanic ministry and Prison ministry throughout the years.
I come from a close-knit family in Belleville. My dad is a piano tuner, my mom is a retired nurse, and my sister Ashley lives in Florissant, Missouri, with her husband and eight wonderful children who keep family gatherings lively.
Outside of parish life, I enjoy reading, 80s movies and music, swimming, playing cards, fantasy football, sitting around a good fire, and listening to podcasts.
It’s a true privilege to serve here at St. Nicholas. I’m grateful for your faith, your welcome, and the many ways you make this parish a home. I look forward to continuing our journey of discipleship together.
Parish Council Members
Father Nick
Pastor
Dave Sohn
Trustee
Brian Miller
Member
DJ Johnson
Member
Stephanie Leveling
Member
Gary Mueller
Deacon
Amy Ballance
Trustee
Laura Rineberg
Trustee
Brian Finck
Member
Ken Wavering
Member
Ann Daniels
Business
Karen Scherrer
Liturgy
Bob Guithues
Trustee
Anita Kazmierczak
Member
Brynn Laverdure
Member
Matt Gorton
Member
Beth Rheaume
Education
Finance Committee
Meets monthly at 6:30 p.m. from August – Lent
Prepares annual budget; reviews expenditures, financial statements, and budget variance reports. Follows Diocesan guidelines as to the number of people/expertise of those chosen for this group. Advises pastor and pastoral council on financial matters.
Our History
Our parish was founded in 1982. We have since grown to be the parish we are today. We strive to be a light to our community and a place for our parishioners to learn, grow, and serve.
MSGR. WILLIAM HITPAS
Father Bill was the founder and first pastor of our parish. Father Bill retired in 2023 after 41 years of service to our parish.
Let's Connect
625 St. Nicholas Dr., O'Fallon, IL 62269
(618) 632-1797
Parish Office Hours
Mon – Fri | 9:00AM – 4:30PM