Since the 1857, Catholics from the Cleveland area met to pray, celebrate Mass and express their faith, often at the home of Peter McCabe.  Times were difficult however, and Jesuit missionaries were only occasionally able to pass through the area to celebrate Mass. 

Despite a long struggle the Catholic  pioneers were determined and tenacious. They continued to pursue their dream of having a church and priest of their own. Finally, with a new church and residence,  local pioneers incorporated as the Church of the Nativity in 1882.

The Church of the Nativity is located in Cleveland, Minnesota, and is part of the Archdiocese of St. Paul and Minneapolis www.archspm.org Please enjoy your visit through our site and feel free to join us during our Masses or Parish Events!

The Church of the Nativity                                                           Office Hours, Mon-Fri
404 1st St                                                                                       9:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Cleveland, MN 56017                                                                  507-243-3166

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