About St. Anthony of Padua · Iberia, Missouri
St. Anthony of Padua Church in Iberia, Missouri, is a vibrant Catholic parish serving the local community with a focus on faith formation, service, and spiritual growth. The parish is part of the Diocese of Jefferson City and is led by Rev. Christopher Aubuchon, who serves as Parochial Administrator since July 2022. It offers regular Masses, CCD programs for children, and various ministries that encourage active participation in parish life. The church warmly welcomes visitors and new families, emphasizing a growing love for God through community and service.
- Patron
- St. Anthony of Padua
- Rector
- Rev. Christopher Aubuchon
- Diocese
- Diocese of Jefferson City
Why belong here
Join a parish that values community service, faith formation for children, and active participation in liturgy and ministry. With ministries ranging from altar preparation to outreach, members are encouraged to serve locally and globally. The parish offers CCD classes, spiritual formation, and opportunities for all ages to deepen their Catholic faith in a welcoming environment.
Mass times at St. Anthony of Padua
Weekly Mass schedule
About the Parish
St. Anthony of Padua Church in Iberia, Missouri, is a vibrant Catholic parish serving the local community with a focus on faith formation, service, and spiritual growth. The parish is part of the Diocese of Jefferson City and is led by Rev. Christopher Aubuchon, who serves as Parochial Administrator since July 2022. It offers regular Masses, CCD programs for children, and various ministries that encourage active participation in parish life. The church warmly welcomes visitors and new families, emphasizing a growing love for God through community and service.
Ministries
Jesus told us, his disciples, to make disciples of all nations. One of the most important values of this church is our mission to the world. It begins in our own community, and spreads overseas to every nation. Church members are involved in a variety of ministries from preparing the altar to being a member of the fix-it crew.
- Altar preparation
- Fix-it crew
- Community service
- Outreach to other nations
Sacraments
The CCD program prepares children for the Sacraments of First Reconciliation (First Confession), First Holy Communion, and Confirmation. These sacraments are celebrated within the CCD classes, which are held weekly on Wednesday evenings.
- First Reconciliation (First Confession)
- First Holy Communion
- Confirmation
Faith Formation
The CCD program is made up of classes for children in 1st through 12th grades. Classes are held once a week on Wednesday evenings beginning at 6:30 PM with a Spiritual Component (Mass or Devotional) followed by Class from 7 to 8 PM. The program strongly encourages parents/caregivers to ensure their children attend the Spiritual Component so to enrich their faith. Of course, parents and caregivers are WELCOME to attend the Spiritual Component with their children. Our CCD Teachers are volunteers from our parish.
Pastors & rectors through the years
- Rev. Christopher Aubuchonsince July 2022
Parochial Administrator of St. Lawrence Catholic Church in St. Elizabeth