Our History

1853—The first settlers arrived along the Winnebago River in what
            would become Mason City.
 
1864—Mason City’s Catholics organized. Mass was offered about
            once a year and was celebrated in homes, the public school
            building, and the old court house. Missionary priests came to
            celebrate these Masses.
 
1872—The first Catholic Church built in Mason City was named
            St. Columban.
 
1889—St. Columban Church was re-named St. Joseph.
 
1908—Holy Family Church was built in downtown Mason City.
 
1951—The current Holy Family Church and rectory were completed
            at 722 North Adams Avenue.
 
2013—Epiphany Parish was founded by the merger of  Mason City’s
            two Catholic Churches; St. Joseph and Holy Family.