About Saints Peter and Paul · Weyauwega, Wisconsin
Ss. Peter and Paul Catholic Church is a small, welcoming parish in Weyauwega, Wisconsin, in the Diocese of Green Bay. The parish is currently administered by Rev. Krishnarao (Kris) Mekala, MF, who also serves the nearby Sacred Heart Parish in Manawa, and offers Saturday and Sunday Masses plus a weekly Spanish Mass each second Sunday. The community describes itself as 'vibrant,' focused on fostering households and communities of discipleship through worship, faith formation, Knights of Columbus men's group, and a St. Vincent de Paul charity ministry.
- Patron
- Saints Peter and Paul (Apostles)
- Rector
- Rev. Krishnarao (Kris) Mekala, MF (Parish Administrator; also serves Sacred Heart, Manawa)
- Diocese
- Diocese of Green Bay
Why belong here
Ss. Peter and Paul is a small, bilingual parish in the heart of Waupaca County that warmly welcomes visitors, returning Catholics, and new families into a community focused on 'meeting Jesus Christ, growing in holiness, and fully participating in a life of prayer.' Members can worship at a traditional Saturday vigil or Sunday Mass, attend a monthly Spanish Mass, gather for Eucharistic Adoration and Reconciliation on the 1st and 3rd Thursdays, and serve through the Knights of Columbus council and the parish's St. Vincent de Paul charity. A parish faith formation program for children and adults (including CCD/Confirmation preparation) makes it a good fit for families looking to raise their children in the faith.
Mass times at Saints Peter and Paul
Weekly Mass schedule
Confession times
- Saturday 3:45 – 4:15 p.m.
- 1st and 3rd Thursday of the month after Mass (Adoration & Reconciliation)
- Also available by request after any Mass or by appointment throughout the week
Adoration times
- Adoration after Mass on the 1st and 3rd Thursday of the month (along with Reconciliation)
- Church open daily 8:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m. for personal prayer
Welcome from Fr. Kris Mekala
The current Parish Administrator, Fr. Krishnarao (Kris) Mekala, MF, welcomes visitors, new parishioners, returning Catholics, and those interested in becoming Catholic or enrolling children in faith formation. His greeting from the homepage emphasizes that anyone living within the parish boundaries is already part of the parish community and encourages registration so the office can communicate throughout the year. He signs off with 'God bless you all' and invites everyone to daily and weekend Masses.
- Parish Administrator: Rev. Krishnarao (Kris) Mekala, MF
- Emergency contact line: (920) 278-2656
- Parish email: [email protected]
Parish Staff & Contacts
The 'Meet the Team' page of the parish website lists a small but dedicated staff of four: a parish administrator (priest), a faith formation coordinator, a parish secretary, and a music coordinator. The parish office phone (920) 867-2179 rings to the parish secretary during office hours.
- Fr. Kris Mekala — Parish Administrator · (920) 867-2179 · (920) 278-2656 (emergency) · [email protected]
- Mrs. Carolynn Rynish — Parish Secretary · (920) 867-2179 · [email protected]
- Mrs. Stephanie Hansen — Faith Formation Coordinator · (920) 867-2170 · (920) 277-8844 (cell) · [email protected]
- Mrs. Tina Wagner — Music Coordinator · (920) 867-2683 · [email protected]
Parish Office Hours
The parish office is open on a limited in-person schedule, reflecting the small size of the parish staff. Notices on the website list slightly different hours across pages, so parishioners are encouraged to call before visiting.
- Mondays: 1:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.
- Tuesdays & Thursdays: 7:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
- Alternate listing: Tuesdays, Wednesdays & Thursdays, 8:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
- Phone: (920) 867-2179
Becoming a Parishioner (Belonging)
The parish describes itself as 'a vibrant Catholic Community where all are welcome.' Anyone living within the parish boundaries is considered part of the mission field, but the parish asks new members to register so the office can keep in touch throughout the year. New parishioners are invited to meet with the pastor or administrator to formally enroll and learn about faith formation, ministries, and sacraments.
- Register by contacting the Parish Office at [email protected] or (920) 867-2179
- Open to visitors, returning Catholics, and those becoming Catholic
- Faith formation enrollment available for children and adults
Faith Formation & Religious Education
Faith formation is coordinated by Stephanie Hansen and serves children and adults. Programs include CCD classes for grades 6-8, Confirmation preparation for freshmen and sophomores, and adult study opportunities. A related linked site (ssppwi.org) references a St. Faustina adult study group, Bible-study style classes, a Family Retreat, and Ash Wednesday Mass attendance for students, indicating an active year-round formation program in cooperation with the linked Manawa parish.
- Faith Formation Coordinator: Mrs. Stephanie Hansen · [email protected] · (920) 867-2170 / cell (920) 277-8844
- CCD classes for Grades 6-8
- Confirmation preparation (Freshmen & Sophomores)
- Adult study group on St. Faustina and Divine Mercy
- Family retreats and seasonal formation events
Parish Ministries & Organizations
Several lay-led organizations and works of charity are linked from the parish's Mass Times and Worship pages. The Knights of Columbus council serves as the men's group, and a St. Vincent de Paul conference carries out the parish's charitable outreach to neighbors in need. A parish music ministry supports sung worship at all Masses.
- Knights of Columbus — men's group
- St. Vincent de Paul — parish charity conference
- Parish Music Ministry (Tina Wagner, coordinator)
- Spanish-language ministry / monthly Misa en Español
Sacraments & Pastoral Care
The sacraments are celebrated within the regular rhythm of parish life. Reconciliation is offered weekly on Saturday afternoons and monthly during Adoration, with appointments available on request. Faith Formation prepares youth for First Communion and Confirmation, and the parish welcomes inquiries from adults preparing for full initiation through RCIA. Pastoral needs such as Anointing of the Sick or home visits are handled through the parish office.
- Reconciliation: Saturday 3:45-4:15 p.m.; 1st & 3rd Thursdays after Mass; or by appointment
- Eucharist: daily and Sunday Masses, including a monthly Spanish Mass
- Confirmation & First Communion: through parish Faith Formation
- RCIA / adult initiation: contact Fr. Kris or the parish office
- Anointing of the Sick and home visits: contact the parish office
Links to Parish Pages & Related Sites
The parish website is part of a small network of Catholic pages in the area. The parish identifies Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Manawa as its sister parish (sharing the same administrator), and an auxiliary site at ssppwi.org carries additional formation news and CCD/Confirmation updates.
- Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Manawa — sister parish (shared administrator)
- ssppwi.org — linked faith formation / CCD news site
- Diocese of Green Bay — diocesan affiliation
About Weyauwega
Weyauwega is a small city in Waupaca County, central Wisconsin, situated along the Waupaca River. Ss. Peter and Paul, located on East Main Street, is one of the local Catholic parishes serving the community and surrounding rural area, alongside its sister parish Sacred Heart in nearby Manawa.
- Location: Waupaca County, central Wisconsin
- Nearby sister parish: Sacred Heart, Manawa
- Diocese: Green Bay