Sts. Anne and Joachim Catholic Church

Sts. Anne and Joachim is a Catholic church in south Fargo with a tall main worship space built from steel, concrete, plaster, and brick. Inside you'll find a gathering area, social hall, adoration chapel, and smaller prayer rooms arranged for different needs.

Construction began in 1995 under Monsignor Valentine Gross and was completed in 2010 with a dedication led by Bishop Aquila. This lengthy building process involved careful planning and phased completion of the various interior spaces.

The parish has deep ties to Fargo's Sudanese community, with the presence of Saint Josephine Bakhita's relic serving as a spiritual symbol of that connection and shared faith.

The building accommodates about 1,200 people with multiple entrances and gathering areas that help you find your way easily. It's helpful to know that the adoration chapel and prayer rooms are accessible even outside main service times.

The marble altar holds bone fragments from multiple saints including Saint Anne, Saint Joachim, Saint Thomas Aquinas, and Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton. These relics make the altar a special place for worshippers who feel connected to these important figures.

Location: Fargo

GPS coordinates: 46.80250,-96.81750

Latest update: December 14, 2025 12:22