St. Francis Xavier Catholic Church
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Hours:
Office hours: M-F 8:30 a-5:00 p
Br Dan's Pantry: Tuesday, 9:00 a-12:00 p
School: M-F 7:30a-3:30p
Driving Directions:
Located in Downtown Petoskey one block S of Mitchell St. The church is on corner of Howard and State Sts., School is on Michigan St. and Br. Dan's Food Pantry is on State St. all within same block.
About Us
St. Francis Xavier Parish in Petoskey is a historic Catholic church known for its architectural beauty and deep community roots dating back to the late 1800s. The parish also oversees the historic St. Francis Solanus Mission (built 1860), one of the oldest buildings in the area. Through outreach ministries including Brother Dan’s Food Pantry and St. Francis Catholic School, the parish provides essential resources, education, and support to families across Emmet County, continuing a long tradition of service, compassion, and community connection.
Jobs
Job Posting: School & Church Custodian, Shuttle Driver ~ St. Francis Xavier School (Petoskey)
Category: Facilities, Maintenance, and Repair
School Custodian – St. Francis Xavier School (Petoskey)
St. Francis Xavier School is seeking a dependable, detail-oriented individual to join our team as a School Custodian. This position is responsible for maintaining a clean, safe, and welcoming environment for students, staff, and visitors.
Primary duties include cleaning and sanitizing classrooms and common areas, trash removal, and
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Cemetery Sexton (Cemetery Operations & Grounds Coordinator) Petoskey
Category: Facilities, Maintenance, and Repair
St. Francis Xavier Parish in Petoskey is seeking a Cemetery Sexton. Responsibilities include: coordinating burials, assisting families and funeral directors, overseeing the appearance and up keep of the grounds, ensuring that all regulations and procedures are followed with dignity and respect. The ideal candidate will be organized, dependable, compassionate, and able to work independently while
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Events
Vacation Bible School 2026~Celebrating God's Creation
- Vacation Bible School at St. Francis Xavier Parish Petoskey, June 22–25. Faith, crafts, activities, and fun for children in Kindergarten through 5th Grade.
- Thursday Jun 25, 2026
Summer Family Movie Night: "Family Camp"
- Summer Family Movie Night at St. Francis Xavier Parish. Free family movies on the fourth Thursday of June, July, and August.
- Thursday Jun 25, 2026
Rosary at Historic St. Solanus Indian Mission Church
- Weekly summer Rosary with Deacon Paul at Petoskey's oldest building, the historic 1859 St. Francis Solanus Indian Mission Church. Wednesdays at 6:00 PM.
- Wednesday Jul 1, 2026
Rosary at Historic St. Solanus Indian Mission Church
- Weekly summer Rosary with Deacon Paul at Petoskey's oldest building, the historic 1859 St. Francis Solanus Indian Mission Church. Wednesdays at 6:00 PM.
- Wednesday Jul 8, 2026
Rosary at Historic St. Solanus Indian Mission Church
- Weekly summer Rosary with Deacon Paul at Petoskey's oldest building, the historic 1859 St. Francis Solanus Indian Mission Church. Wednesdays at 6:00 PM.
- Wednesday Jul 15, 2026
Rosary at Historic St. Solanus Indian Mission Church
- Weekly summer Rosary with Deacon Paul at Petoskey's oldest building, the historic 1859 St. Francis Solanus Indian Mission Church. Wednesdays at 6:00 PM.
- Wednesday Jul 22, 2026
Rosary at Historic St. Solanus Indian Mission Church
- Weekly summer Rosary with Deacon Paul at Petoskey's oldest building, the historic 1859 St. Francis Solanus Indian Mission Church. Wednesdays at 6:00 PM.
- Wednesday Jul 29, 2026
Rosary at Historic St. Solanus Indian Mission Church
- Weekly summer Rosary with Deacon Paul at Petoskey's oldest building, the historic 1859 St. Francis Solanus Indian Mission Church. Wednesdays at 6:00 PM.
- Wednesday Aug 5, 2026
Rosary at Historic St. Solanus Indian Mission Church
- Weekly summer Rosary with Deacon Paul at Petoskey's oldest building, the historic 1859 St. Francis Solanus Indian Mission Church. Wednesdays at 6:00 PM.
- Wednesday Aug 12, 2026
Rosary at Historic St. Solanus Indian Mission Church
- Weekly summer Rosary with Deacon Paul at Petoskey's oldest building, the historic 1859 St. Francis Solanus Indian Mission Church. Wednesdays at 6:00 PM.
- Wednesday Aug 19, 2026
Rep/Contact Info
Mr. Adam Dobrowolski
Principal St Francis School
- Phone: (231) 348-2360
- Fax: (231) 347-4134
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- 414 MICHIGAN STREET Petoskey MI 49770
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Fr. Peter O Eke
St Francis Xavier Pastor & Tribunal Judge
- Phone: (231) 348-2210
- Fax: (231) 347-4134
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- 513 Howard Street Petoskey MI 49770
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Ms. Lynn Fantozzi
Business Manager, St Francis Xavier Parish
- Phone: (231) 348-2210
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- 513 Howard Street Petoskey MI 49770
Dr. Danielle Fry
Mission Chair 2026 & Parish Volunteer
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Mr. Rich Kalkman
Director Brother Dan's Food Pantry
- Phone: (231) 348-2385
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- 415 State Street Petoskey MI 49770
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