Fr. Anthony "Tony" Ernst
Father Tony Ernst began his religious life journey at Sts. Peter and Paul as a seminarian where he spent some of his earlier years working with his mentor, Father Francis Schroering. After ordination, he was assigned as the associate pastor at Sts. Peter and Paul in 1998 and then after some time away returned as co-adjutor pastor of Sts. Peter & Paul, Haubstadt, November 2002. Father Tony Ernst was appointed pastor to Sts. Peter and Paul, Holy Cross, and St. Bernard from 2003 to present. Father Tony is known for his meaningful homilies, his kind heart, and his love for his parishioners and his parishes. Father Tony lead the efforts to refinish the pews in the church and the cleaning and maintenance work that was performed while the pews were away being refinished. Father Tony was instrumental in the discerning and the planning process of the addition of classrooms and Family Life Center as well as the renovation of the remaining old school and parish offices. The planning process began in 2003 and the last renovation efforts are close to being finished in 2012.
Reverend Francis Schroering (2/19/1933-6/01/2005)
Fr. Schroering was appointed pastor of Sts. Peter and Paul from 1991-2003. Father Schroering worked closely with parishioners to educate them and to develop the lay leadership in the parish. Father Schroering was always willing to help others. Father Schroering was the Dean of the Princeton Deanery from 1996-2003. Due to illness, Father Schroering retired in June 2003 and became Pastor Emeritus. Father Schroering remained at Sts. Peter and Paul and was cared for round the clock by parishioners until his death. Father Schroering is buried in the Sts. Peter and Paul Cemetery.
Reverend Lowell C. Will (09/29/1942-present)
Father Will was appointed pastor of Sts. Peter and Paul from 1987-1991.
Reverend Robert A. Deig (7/28/1925-present)
Father Deig was appointed pastor of Sts. Peter and Paul from 1981-1987.
Reverend Monsignor Clarence J. Lindauer (1/12/1912-8/31/2002)
Monsignor Lindauer was sent to Sts. Peter and Paul in January 1940 to assist Father Forve temporarily during a time of illness for Father Forve. In March 1940, he was appointed Administrator due to the failing health of Father Forve. Monsignor Lindauer's first concern was the care of Father Forve. His first big task was to provide better living quarters for the Sisters. The convent was ready to occupy in September 1940. In 1941, a severe storm partially wrecked the church completely destroying the tower and damaging the rest of the building. The school hall was temporarily converted to the church. In September 1949, Monsignor Lindauer was appointed pastor of Sts. Peter and Paul. The construction of the new church was complete in December 1950. With the growth of the parish additional school facilities were required. The first unit of the present school was erected in 1952-1953 and the second unit was built in 1962-63. The rectory was replaced in 1959. Monsignor Lindauer was appointed Domestic Prelate with the title "Monsignor" in September of 1967. Monsignor Lindauer retired in August 1981 and is buried in the Sts. Peter and Paul Cemetery.
Reverend Nicholas Forve (12/06/1974-09/07/1948)
Fr. Nicholas Forve was appointed pastor in September 1917 and served at Sts. Peter and Paul until September 1948. His service as pastor was marked by spiritual and material growth for the parish. A new organ was obtained; new pews replaced the old ones. A clock was placed in the tower of the church. Beautiful art windows were installed. The rectory received needed attention with important improvements. The cemetery was enlarged, improved, and beautified. Father Forve became Pastor Emeritus in 1940. He continued his deep interest in the parish until his time of death. Father Forve was known widely for his singing and his instructive sermons, he was indeed an inspiration to all who came into contact with him. Fr. Forve is buried in Sts. Peter and Paul Cemetery.
Reverend Michael P. Seter (2/2/1875-10/22/1943)
Father Michael Seter was appointed pastor in January 1910 and served at Sts. Peter and Paul until August 1917. Sts. Peter and Paul prospered spiritually and materially during his pastorate. In the summer of 1910, Fr. Seter enlarged the original church by adding a new sanctuary with new altars, and a new communion rail. The church was also redecorated. Father Seter was known for his oratorical deliveries, as well as his most active participation in civic affairs and sport activities.
Reverend Joseph Zoglmann (12/20/1861-08/08/1930)
Fr. Joseph Zoglmann was appointed pastor in January 1909 and due to ill health resigned his pastorate in january 1910.
Reverend Bernard Ewers (3/21/1847-12/21/1908)
Father Bernard Ewers was pastor of Sts. Peter and Paul from August 1882 to December 1908. During Fr. Ewers twenty-six years, he planned and built a school in 1904. The building consisted of two large class rooms on the first floor, a large hall upstairs, and living quarters for the sisters in the rear. Fr. Ewers is buried in Sts. Peter and Paul Cemetery.
Reverend George Widern (6/20/1847-2/03/1920)
Father George Winderin was the first resident priest at Sts. Peter and Paul from July 1877 to August 1882. The first church and the first rectory was built during his time as pastor.