About Sts. Peter and Paul · Mazeppa, Minnesota
Sts. Peter and Paul Catholic Church in Mazeppa, Minnesota, is a historic parish established in 1860, serving the local Catholic community within the Diocese of Winona-Rochester. The church offers regular Sunday and Wednesday Masses, confession, and a variety of ministries including faith formation, music, and outreach. It is clustered with Pax Christi Church in Rochester and maintains active online presence through YouTube and social media. The parish also engages in community service, fundraising, and safety training for children through VIRTUS®.
- Established
- 1860
- Patron
- Sts. Peter and Paul
- Rector
- Rev. Shawn Haremza
- Diocese
- Roman Catholic Diocese of Winona-Rochester
Why belong here
Join a parish with deep roots in the community, offering weekly Mass, faith formation, and active ministries. Support the church through the Catholic Ministries Appeal, which funds improvements like kitchen renovations, and participate in VIRTUS® training to ensure a safe environment for children. Connect with neighbors through prayer, service, and shared worship.
Mass times at Sts. Peter and Paul
Weekly Mass schedule
Confession times
- Sundays at 9:30 AM
History
Founded in 1860, Sts. Peter and Paul Catholic Church has served the Catholic community in Mazeppa for over 160 years. The parish is clustered with Pax Christi Church in Rochester and maintains a strong local presence with active ministries, faith formation, and community outreach. The church has hosted events such as the Catholic Ministries Appeal, which has exceeded its fundraising goals, and offers online resources like FORMED for spiritual growth.
Ministries
The parish offers a wide range of ministries including Faith Formation, Music & Liturgy, Eucharistic Ministry, Ushers, Sacristan, Church Flowers & Decorator, Funeral Luncheons, Building & Grounds, Library, and Coffee Ministry. These ministries are coordinated by dedicated volunteers and staff, including Deacon Paul Tschann, Pam Befort, Jeanette Richardson, and Joe & Rhonda Sand.
- Faith Formation
- Music & Liturgy
- Eucharistic Ministry
- Ushers
- Sacristan
- Church Flowers & Decorator
- Funeral Luncheons
- Building & Grounds
- Library
- Coffee Ministry
Sacraments & Services
The parish offers all seven sacraments: Baptism, Confirmation, Eucharist, Marriage, Anointing of the Sick, Holy Orders, and Reconciliation. Services include regular Sunday and Wednesday Masses, confession, and funeral masses. The parish also provides VIRTUS® training for child safety and FORMED online resources for spiritual growth.
- Baptism
- Confirmation
- Eucharist
- Marriage
- Anointing of the Sick
- Holy Orders
- Reconciliation
- VIRTUS® Training
- FORMED Online Resources
Faith Formation
Faith Formation is led by Callie Markson, who coordinates programs for children and adults. The parish offers VIRTUS® training for child safety and FORMED online resources for spiritual growth. Families are encouraged to participate in the Faith Formation program and to contact the office for opportunities.
- VIRTUS® Training
- FORMED Online Resources
- Faith Formation Programs
Pastors & rectors through the years
- Rev. John Sauer?
Pastor as of staff page, but not specified years; current pastor is Rev. Shawn Haremza.