About St. Mary · Grand Forks, North Dakota
St. Mary's Catholic Church in Grand Forks, North Dakota, is a vibrant parish community dedicated to worshiping, ministering, and proclaiming the Good News of Jesus Christ. Rooted in Catholic tradition and active in service, the parish offers regular Masses, sacraments, and a wide array of ministries including religious education, music, and outreach. The parish also maintains a historic school and features beautiful stained glass windows, reflecting its long-standing commitment to faith formation and community life.
- Diocese
- Diocese of Fargo
Why belong here
Join a community that lives out its faith through worship, service, and education. Experience regular Masses, sacraments, and ministries like religious education, music, and outreach. Be part of a parish that values tradition, spiritual growth, and active participation in building God’s kingdom.
Mass times at St. Mary
Weekly Mass schedule
Confession times
- 6-6:30 PM Wednesdays (when RE classes)
- 9:30-10:30 AM Saturdays
- Half hour before Weekday Masses
- Half hour before Saturday 5:30 PM & Sunday 8:30 AM weekend Masses
- or by appointment
Adoration times
- First Fridays - immediately following 8 AM Mass to 12 noon
- August 7
- September 4
- October 2
- November 7
- December 4
Our Mission
We, the Catholics community of St. Mary's Parish, Grand Forks, North Dakota, declared that by the death and resurrection of Jesus Christ, we have been set free to live as a worshiping, ministering community which proclaims the Good News of Jesus. Empowered by the Holy Spirit, we strive to be responsible witnesses to His presence among us, thus enriching the spiritual life of the community, creating a sense of obligation and passing along Christian values and traditions to our children. By being living sighs of God's love by being of service to one another and to the world, we reach out to spread Gospel values and bring God's kingdom to fulfillment.
Rosary
St. Mary's Prays the Rosary before Masses: Saturdays at 5:00 PM, Sundays at 8:00 & 10:00 AM, Tues-Thurs at 11:40 AM, Fridays at 7:30 AM. Rosary intentions for July: For our parish Pastors and for greater Eucharistic devotion. Rosary devotion: The Most Precious Blood of Jesus. Please join us if you are able, or pray the rosary with family / friends.
Ministries
- Music Ministry
- Liturgical Ministry
- Altar Society
- Catholic Daughters
- FUTURE Health Ministry
- Knights of Columbus
- St. Mary's Early Childhood Center
- Religious Education
- Prayer Chain
Sacraments
- Baptism
- Marriage
- Wedding and Room Usage Registration
History
Click on any of the following links to read more about our St. Mary's history! Pastor List, St. Mary's School History, St. Mary's Stained Glass Windows. Special thank you to the University of North Dakota and Chester Fritz Library for their help in finding some of our history both in pictures and stories through Special Collections. Thank you also to the Grand Forks Herald for their permission to use a few articles in their entirety.