About Maternity of the Blessed Virgin · Saint Paul, Minnesota
Maternity of Mary is a Catholic parish in Saint Paul, Minnesota, centered on devotion to the Blessed Virgin Mary and known for its vibrant community life. The parish traces its roots to 1949, beginning with Masses held in a parishioner’s home before moving to a temporary church and eventually to its permanent Romanesque-style church built in 1962. It also operates MMSA School and offers a wide range of ministries, sacraments, and social events. The parish welcomes all who seek to grow in faith under the mantle of Mary.
- Established
- 1949
- Patron
- Maternity of the Blessed Virgin Mary
- Rector
- Father Philippe Vigneron
Why belong here
Join a parish family deeply rooted in Marian devotion, offering daily Mass, Adoration, and Confession, along with active ministries like Family Ministry, Evangelization, and Music. The community welcomes newcomers and fosters spiritual growth through sacraments, faith formation, and social events — all centered on bringing people closer to the Lord.
Mass times at Maternity of the Blessed Virgin
Weekly Mass schedule
Confession times
- Thursday 7:00 - 8:00pm
- Saturday 2:30 - 4:00pm
- Sunday 9:30 - 10:15am
Adoration times
- Thursday 8:30am - 8:00pm
History
Founded in February 1949, Maternity of Mary began with Masses in a parishioner’s home. By April 1949, a temporary church was built, and by August 1949, construction began on a permanent church, school, and rectory. The first Mass in the church basement was held on Easter Sunday, April 9, 1950. The school opened in September 1950. The permanent church was dedicated in 1962, built in a modern Romanesque style with native dolomite sandstone and 144 stained-glass windows. Statues and windows from its founding parish, Saint Andrew’s, are preserved in the church and chapel. Six new statues honoring Mary’s maternity were commissioned. The parish is proud of its community and invites newcomers to join.
Parish Staff
- Father Philippe Vigneron
- Father Kevin Manthey
- Annabel Riley (Parish Director/Safe Environment Coordinator)
- Siena Schmitz (Office and Events Coordinator)
- Tim O’Brien (Family Ministry Coordinator)
- Jim Thomas (Director of Maintenance)
- Bas Suijkerbuijk (Evangelization and Music Director)
- Cissy Suijkerbuijk (ARISE! Director)
- Sheila Loger (Organist)
- Mike Langer (School Principal)