About St. Mary of the Lakes · Detroit Lakes, Minnesota
St. Mary of the Lakes is a welcoming Catholic parish in Detroit Lakes, Minnesota, dedicated to fostering a deeper union with the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit through worship, community, and prayer. The parish offers multiple Mass times each week, including daily Mass and weekend celebrations, and provides a variety of ministries and sacramental programs for all ages. It is led by Pastor Msgr. Mike Foltz and supported by a dedicated team of clergy and volunteers. The parish also partners with Hallow, a Catholic prayer app, to help parishioners grow in faith through guided prayer and community engagement.
- Patron
- St. Mary of the Lakes
- Rector
- Msgr. Mike Foltz
Why belong here
Join a vibrant community that offers prayer groups, faith formation, and sacramental programs for all ages. Participate in parish-wide prayer challenges, share reflections, and connect through Hallow’s guided meditations and daily prayer. The parish also hosts events like Women’s Cursillo groupings, Scripture fellowship, and XLT Nights, creating opportunities for spiritual growth and fellowship.
Mass times at St. Mary of the Lakes
Weekly Mass schedule
Confession times
- 30 minutes before each weekend Mass
- by appointment (contact Msgr. Mike)
Our Parish
A place to worship and enter into a deeper union with the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. We invite you to sit for a while and find peace.
Ministries
We offer a variety of ministries including Cemetery, Youth, Faith Formation, Prayer Groups, Small Groups, and Lawn Mowing Volunteers.
Sacraments
We offer Baptism, Confirmation, Eucharist, and Reconciliation (Confession).
Upcoming Events
Women’s Cursillo Groupings, Monthly Scripture and Fellowship, XLT Nights, and Order of Christian Initiation (OCIA).