Welcome to St. Margaret Mary Alacoque
We’re an intergenerational community of Catholics, committed to living and worshiping in the Sacred Heart of Jesus.
Visit us soon and we’ll introduce you to some of our friendly parishioners. Here, you’ll find a neighborhood parish, where you can deepen your devotion to Jesus Christ through the Mass and sacraments. You’ll discover the strength of our parish school and faith formation programs, and you’ll find many ways to connect with those who live and work in the area.
Together, we’re reaching out in love and service to the larger community. We invite you to join us for Mass any day this week. Come, experience life inside the heart of Jesus!
Msgr. Norb Ernst
Pastor
Parish & Family
SMMA Family Business Directory
We are proud of our SMMA families and the businesses that they operate. Check our helpful directory of parishioner-owned businesses in many different fields. Thank you for supporting our SMMA family businesses!
SMMA School
At SMMA School, we are committed to providing a nurturing environment where each student is valued and encouraged to grow academically, spiritually and socially.
Prayer Chain
We invite you to join us in praying for the needs of our parish, family, friends, community and beyond. If you’d like to participate, sign up to receive daily emails that include prayer requests. Prayer is powerful!
Submit a Prayer Request
SMMA Youth Ministry
Join SMMA Youth Ministry at the Steubenville STL Mid-America Youth Conference July 18-20 in Springfield, MO. Registration cost: $325
Register Here
Meet the Priests
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Msgr. Norb Ernst
Pastor
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Rev. Thomas Wyrsch
Senior Associate Pastor
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Rev. Ryan Quarnstrom
Associate Pastor
Living in the Heart of Jesus
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Located in a residential area of South St. Louis County, St. Margaret Mary Alacoque is a uniquely neighborhood-based faith community. Our peaceful campus and fields are a popular local destination for people walking pets and enjoying the area. LEARN MORE
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Within the Sacred Heart of Jesus, there is space for all of us to gather and to grow together, including many ways to help bring the light of Christ to the broader community. Explore our Worship, Service and Message ministry options to discover which is right for you. LEARN MORE
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As Catholics, we believe in the beautiful promise of life everlasting. Through the celebration of the Mass and participation in the sacraments, we have confidence that we will be granted the graces necessary for the journey. LEARN MORE
Retired Priests Collection
The annual Archbishop’s Collection for Retired Priests is traditionally held on Easter Sunday. This is a beautiful opportunity for to honor the vibrant legacy of priests who have dedicated their lives to serve us.
Your support helps assure our priests receive the essential care they need, including physician services, hospitalization, nursing home care, vision care and disability, now and for years to come.
You can make your gift through the designated envelope, or any envelope marked Retired Priests, on or after Easter weekend. Online gifts are welcome year-round at archstl.org/retiredpriests.
