St. Francis Xavier Catholic Church
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Organizations & Associations
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
Administrative Assistant Position
Category: Administrative, Support & Clerical
Position: Administrative AssistantOrganization: St. Francis Xavier ParishEmployment Type: Full-TimeLocation: Petoskey, MI
St. Francis Xavier Parish is seeking a full-time Administrative Assistant to support the daily operations of the parish office. This position works closely with the Pastor and Office Manager and is responsible for office administration, communications, calendar management,
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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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Job Posting: Custodian ~ St. Francis Xavier Parish (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. Immediate opening for a full time position.
Primary duties include cleaning and sanitizing classrooms
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Job posting~Maintenance St Francis Parish Petoskey
Category: Facilities, Maintenance, and Repair
This position provides adequate maintenance and preventative maintenance on all St. Francis Xavier of Petoskey equipment, buildings and grounds to ensure the safety to all persons, including staff and visitors and to extend the life and appearance of these items. For further details and to apply go to https://dioceseofgaylord.org/job-opportunities
Middle School Math Teacher
Category: Education
Middle School Math Teacher
St. Francis Xavier School in Petoskey is looking for a dynamic, caring, and committed teacher of middle school math for the 2026-27 school year. Applications are being accepted for part time basis, fewer than 20 hours per week, or full time assignments with the ability to teach other subjects in addition to math.Qualified candidatesWill possess a valid State of Michigan
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Events
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 26, 2026
The Story Behind the Glass: The Historic Restoration of St. Francis Xavier's Emil Frei Windows
- Explore the historic restoration of St. Francis Xavier's Emil Frei stained glass windows on August 31. Free presentation and church tour.
- Monday Aug 31, 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 Sep 2, 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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