About St. Joseph · Rushford, Minnesota
St. Joseph Parish in Rushford, Minnesota, is part of a tri-parish cluster with St. Rose of Lima in Lewiston and Holy Trinity in Rollingstone. The parish serves the spiritual needs of its community through regular Masses, sacraments, and ministries, with a focus on faith formation and outreach. It shares resources and clergy with neighboring parishes due to priest shortages. The parish’s current structure, built in 1968, replaced an older church and continues to serve as a spiritual home for its members. The parish is led by a priest and supported by a staff and volunteer team.
- Established
- 1876
- Patron
- St. Joseph
- Rector
- Rev. Chinnappa Pothireddy
- Diocese
- Diocese of Winona-Rochester
Why belong here
Join a community that welcomes newcomers and supports lifelong faith growth through ministries, sacraments, and education. Members are nourished by the Eucharist and carry Christ’s love into daily life. The parish offers programs for all ages, from children to adults, and is led by a dedicated priest and volunteer team committed to spiritual growth and service.
Mass times at St. Joseph
Weekly Mass schedule
Confession times
- Friday 8:30 - 8:50 am
- Saturday 4:00 - 4:20 pm
Adoration times
- First Friday 9:30 am - 10:30 am
History of St. Joseph
St. Joseph Parish in Rushford was historically affiliated with St. Joseph’s in Winona. It later became part of a tri-parish cluster with St. Rose of Lima and Holy Trinity due to priest shortages. The current church building was erected in 1968 to replace an inadequate structure, and it has undergone minor adjustments over the decades to meet the needs of the faithful. The parish has 206 households and seats 400 people. The parish’s history reflects a commitment to faith, community, and adaptation to changing needs.
Ministries
- Faith Formation
- RCIA
- Adult Bible Study
- Adoration
- Vacation Bible School
- Cemetery Services
Sacraments
- Baptism
- Eucharist
- Confirmation
- Penance
- Anointing of the Sick
- Marriage
- Holy Orders
- The Mass