About St. Sabina · Belton, Missouri
St. Sabina Parish in Belton, Missouri, is an open and hospitable community dedicated to living out God’s word, building community, and striving for justice. The parish welcomes all, offering a range of ministries including faith formation, music, liturgy, and outreach to Hispanic communities. It is actively involved in global mission work, sponsoring university students in El Salvador and supporting missions in Mexico. The parish is part of the Diocese of Kansas City-St. Joseph and is led by Pastor Fr. Jeff Stephan, who has served since 2012.
- Patron
- Saint Sabina
- Rector
- Fr. Jeff Stephan
- Diocese
- Diocese of Kansas City-St. Joseph
Why belong here
Join a parish that welcomes all, fosters community, and actively lives out justice. Experience vibrant ministries including youth, faith formation, music, and Hispanic outreach. Participate in global mission work through student sponsorships in El Salvador and mission trips in Mexico. Connect with a dedicated staff and parishioners committed to spiritual growth and service.
About Us
St. Sabina Parish is an open and hospitable community where all are welcome as we live out God’s word, build community, and strive for justice.
Staff
The parish is led by Pastor Fr. Jeff Stephan, who became pastor on June 12, 2012. He is supported by Deacon Mike Gates, Brenda Bremer (Communications), Anika Strong (Liturgist), Kris Larkey (Business Manager), Cathy Cisetti (Adult Faith Formation Coordinator), Susan Ratigan (Music Director), and Kirstie Roberts (Director of Religious Education).
Ministries
The parish offers a wide range of ministries including Ministerio Hispano, Youth Ministry, PSR, RCIA, Music Ministry, Liturgical Ministry, Marian Prayer Group, Marriage and Hospice Ministries, and more.
Faith Formation
The parish provides RCIA for catechumens and inquirers, adult faith formation classes, and PSR for children. Staff members like Cathy Cisetti and Kirstie Roberts coordinate these programs.
Sacraments
The parish offers Baptism, First Communion, Confirmation, Marriage, Anointing of the Sick, Funerals, and Quinceañeras. Kris Larkey coordinates sacramental records and events.
Global Mission
St. Sabina sponsors 11 university students in El Salvador and supports religious education and vacation bible school missions in Anapra, Mexico. Fr. Jeff Stephan has been instrumental in this mission work.
Pastors & rectors through the years
- Fr. Jeff Stephan2012-
Became pastor on June 12, 2012. Previously pastor of St. Joseph in Easton and St. Ann in Plattsburg. Ordained May 26, 2001. Graduated from Conception Seminary College in 1995 and received MDIV from Mundelein Seminary in 2001. Studied Spanish in Guadalajara during summers at Mundelein.