About St. Elizabeth · Sykeston, North Dakota
St. Elizabeth's Catholic Church in Sykeston, North Dakota, is a small but active parish serving approximately 40 families. Founded in 1906 with just 34 families, it has grown and evolved over the decades, including the replacement of its original wooden church with a brick and Kasota stone structure in 1959 and the construction of its Parish Center in 1982. The parish remains deeply rooted in community service and liturgical participation, with regular Masses, confession, and volunteer ministries supporting both spiritual and practical needs in the local area.
- Established
- 1906
- Patron
- St. Elizabeth
- Rector
- Fr. Leier
Why belong here
St. Elizabeth's offers a warm, close-knit community where parishioners actively serve through liturgy, fellowship, and outreach. Ministries like Helping Hands, parish collections, and volunteer roles at the Carrington Community VBS and Daily Bread Food Pantry reflect a deep commitment to both spiritual growth and practical support for neighbors in need.
Mass times at St. Elizabeth
Weekly Mass schedule
Confession times
- Tuesdays before Mass from 5:00–5:25 PM
About Us
St. Elizabeth's Catholic Church in Sykeston, North Dakota, is a small but active parish serving approximately 40 families. Founded in 1906 with just 34 families, it has grown and evolved over the decades, including the replacement of its original wooden church with a brick and Kasota stone structure in 1959 and the construction of its Parish Center in 1982. The parish remains deeply rooted in community service and liturgical participation, with regular Masses, confession, and volunteer ministries supporting both spiritual and practical needs in the local area.
History
St. Elizabeth's Parish was dedicated on October 10, 1906, beginning with 34 families. The original wooden church was replaced in 1959 with the current brick and Kasota stone church. The Parish Center, built in 1982, serves as the hub for all parish activities. During the 1980s, the parish had 110 families; today, about 40 families remain actively involved through liturgical service, fellowship, and community volunteering.
Ministries
The parish supports active ministries including Lectors, EMHC, Parish Collection Teams, and the Helping Hands Ministry. Volunteers are also needed for the Carrington Community VBS and Daily Bread Food Pantry, offering hands-on service opportunities for all ages.
- Lectors
- EMHC (Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion)
- Parish Collection Teams
- Helping Hands Ministry
- Volunteer at Carrington Community VBS
- Volunteer at Carrington Daily Bread Food Pantry
Pastors & rectors through the years
- Fr. LeierJuly 9–17, 2026
On vacation; weekend Masses on July 11–12 were celebrated by Fr. Dale Kinzler.