St. Peter's Catholic Church

Richmond, Virginia

Since 1834Historic buildingMid-size congregation
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Contact & Location for St. Peter's Catholic Church

800 E Grace St

Richmond, VA 23219

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Service Times for St. Peter's Catholic Church

Sunday 8:30 AM

Holy Mass

Sunday 10:45 AM

Holy Mass

Monday 12:05 PM

Holy Mass

Tuesday 12:05 PM

Holy Mass

Wednesday 12:05 PM

Holy Mass

Thursday 12:05 PM

Holy Mass

Friday 12:05 PM

Holy Mass

From the church’s website · checked Oct 2026

Plan your visit

  • Parking

    We have a parking lot, alongside the east side of the Church on Grace Street, first-come-first-served.

    What their website saysWe have a parking lot, alongside the east side of the Church on Grace Street, first-come-first-served.

Programs & Ministries at St. Peter's Catholic Church

About St. Peter's Catholic Church

St. Peter's Catholic Church is part of the Richmond Catholic Cluster, serving the Richmond, Virginia community alongside Saint Patrick in Church Hill and Saint John in Highland Springs. The parish offers multiple Mass times throughout the week, including Sunday celebrations at 8:30 AM and 10:45 AM, weekday Masses at 12:05 PM, and Spanish-language options at Saint John. The church welcomes visitors and provides a parking lot on the east side along Grace Street, with free street parking available on Sundays. As a Catholic parish, St. Peter's invites the community to join its mailing list and offers tours for those interested in learning more about parish life and its spiritual offerings.

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First-Time Visitor Info for St. Peter's Catholic Church

Dress Code: Catholic Mass typically calls for respectful, modest attire. Service Format: The liturgy follows the Roman Catholic tradition with structured rituals, readings, and communal participation in the Eucharist. Visitor Tips: Arrive early to find parking in the lot on the east side of the church along Grace Street, as spaces are first-come-first-served; free street parking is available on Sundays only.

Serving the community

  • Downtown Community Ministries

    Meals

    What their website saysEach participating church in the downtown area provides a meal and other services to those in need

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History & building

  • Founded in 1834

    Saint Peter Catholic Church was dedicated on May 25, 1834, and became the first Catholic church in Richmond. The church is listed on the National Register of Historic Places and the Virginia Landmarks Register.

    What their website saysOn May 25, 1834, Saint Peter Catholic Church was dedicated
  • National Register of Historic Places

  • Hosts weddings

    What their website sayswe welcome couples planning Saturday afternoon or evening liturgies

Ministry, leadership and visit details above come from the church’s own website. They can change, so please confirm with the church.

Note: Church information may be outdated. Please verify details with the church directly before visiting.

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