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In 1908, St. Francis de Sales was blessed in its dedication ceremony by the Archbishop of St. Louis.

1908

Construction started with the laying of the cornerstone of the first church building on September 15, 1867.

1867

Today, we've been blessed with a vibrant community of many young families. Looking to the future, we hope to continue our ongoing restorations here at the Oratory.

2025

In 2005, His Eminence, Raymond Leo Cardinal Burke, called our community to serve God here at St. Francis de Sales Oratory.

2005

Our impact

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10,600

130

150,000

baptisms

public masses

weddings

confessions

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In 2005, the Institute of Christ the King Sovereign Priest became a part of the great Catholic tradition of St. Louis. His Eminence, Raymond Leo Cardinal Burke, called our community to serve God here at St. Francis de Sales Oratory. 

Since 2005, in the magnificent "Cathedral of South St. Louis," we have served our city in vastly growing numbers, and our vibrant young community of registered families has only continued to grow throughout the years! 

the vision for our interior restoration

Our future

 The restoration of St. Francis de Sales Oratory is not about archiving the past, but about serving the present and future needs of our community, and using the venerable customs of our rich heritage to preserve tradition for tomorrow.

help us make a difference for

the future of the oratory

We believe that tradition is not the worship of ashes, but the preservation of fire.

Please join us in our mission to restore, preserve, and share the beauty of St. Francis de Sales Oratory - we cannot do it without you! 
Your tax-deductible gift to support our capital campaign is
greatly appreciated - the methods of giving are numerous.

Pledges (over a 1-3 year period)
Gifts of Cash
Securities / Stocks
IRA Rollover (or required minimum distribution)
Planned Gifts (consider us in your will)

You may make your contribution in the following ways: 

  • Complete the pledge form in person or online via the link below:



  • Mail or hand deliver your gift to St. Francis de Sales Oratory
  • Contact us in regards to making a gift of securities
  • Consider the Oratory as a beneficiary of your IRA distributions

Gifts to the campaign will be recognized on an appealing Wall of Honor located in the church.

Select Naming Opportunities are also available for this campaign.
Please contact us to discuss available options. 

thank you for your consideration!

fill out your form digitally here

St. Francis de Sales oratory continues to stand as it was meant to be: a point of reference for many parts of the city, a landmark, a beacon of hope, and a monument to the dreams of its immigrant founders. Its beauty, gleaned from rich traditions of old Europe, is a gift from those who built it to the new generations of Americans to come. Even when dulled by time and neglect, it continues to be a source of inspiration for all.

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Elizabeth Ngundue of Fleur de Lis Artistry LLC

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