About Queen of Peace · Dickinson, North Dakota
Queen of Peace Catholic Church in Dickinson, North Dakota, is the youngest parish in the city, founded in 1973 to meet growing spiritual needs. Originally held in Trinity High School, it moved to its current modern church in 1983, which is noted as the largest Catholic church in southwestern North Dakota. The parish offers a vibrant community life with multiple Mass times, Eucharistic Adoration, and active ministries, including Spanish-language services and a strong emphasis on faith formation and stewardship.
- Established
- 1973
- Patron
- Queen of Peace
- Rector
- Msgr. Thomas J. Richter
- Diocese
- Roman Catholic Diocese of Bismarck
Why belong here
Join a welcoming community that offers Spanish-language Masses, Eucharistic Adoration, and active ministries including faith formation and stewardship. The parish provides opportunities for spiritual growth, service, and fellowship through its vibrant liturgical life and outreach programs.
Mass times at Queen of Peace
Weekly Mass schedule
Confession times
- Tuesday - Friday 11:30 am - 12:00 pm
- Saturday 2:45 pm - 3:45 pm
- Sunday 8:00 am - 8:45 am
- Sunday 10:30 am - 11:00 am
Adoration times
- Monday - Thursday 9:00 am - 9:00 pm
- Friday 10:00 am - 8:00 pm
History
As the youngest parish in Dickinson, Queen of Peace was formed in 1973 as the need was seen for another parish. For the first 10 years of its life, the parish's home was Trinity High School where Sunday and Holy Day Masses were held in the auditorium and daily Masses in a converted classroom with the offices in the convent building. In 1983, with Vatican II principles in mind, the beautiful modern church was built; the largest Catholic Church in southwestern North Dakota. Those who worship here today are grateful for the beautiful simple design, the beautiful Adoration chapel and our gathering spaces.
Staff
Msgr. Thomas J. Richter, Pastor (2018–); Fr. Grant Dvorak, Parochial Vicar (2022–); Fr. Ryan Martire, Parochial Vicar (2024–); Dcn. Leonard Krebs, Deacon; Dcn. Robert Nickola, Deacon; Sandy Tibor, Director of Music; Sofia Getchell, Ministry Coordinator; Kathy Hondl, Office Assistant.
Ministries
The parish offers a variety of ministries including Faith Formation, Stewardship Opportunities, Adoration, Music Ministry, and Office Administration. Volunteers are encouraged to participate in these ministries to serve the community and deepen their faith.
- Faith Formation
- Stewardship Opportunities
- Adoration
- Music Ministry
- Ministry Coordinator
- Office Administration
Sacraments
The parish offers all seven sacraments: Baptism, Reconciliation, Eucharist, Confirmation, Marriage, and Anointing of the Sick. Sacramental preparation is available for all ages and stages of life.
- Baptism
- Reconciliation
- Eucharist
- Confirmation
- Marriage
- Anointing of the Sick
Pastors & rectors through the years
- Msgr. Thomas J. Richter2018-
- Fr. Ryan Martire2024-
- Fr. Grant Dvorak2022-