Our Lady of Good Counsel Parish

All Saints Pastorate is a family of 6 Catholic parishes in east central South Dakota, including St. Thomas More in Brookings. Learn more.

All Saints Pastorate unites six Catholic parishes across east central South Dakota, including St. Thomas More in Brookings, St. John the Evangelist in Arlington, and Our Lady of Good Counsel in Elkton. The pastorate operates under the Diocese of Sioux Falls and offers a range of sacramental and community services.

Worship Times

• Saturday: 5:00 PM at St. Thomas More, Brookings
• Sunday: 8:30 AM and 10:30 AM at St. Thomas More, Brookings
• Spanish Mass: 5:15 PM on Sundays at St. Thomas More

Ministries and Services

• Faith formation programs for children and adults
• Sacramental preparation (baptism, confirmation, marriage)
• Employment opportunities in parish leadership and music

Facilities

• Main office in Brookings with administrative support
• Multiple parish locations with dedicated worship spaces

Community Engagement

The pastorate emphasizes community through events like blood drives and youth programs. View upcoming events.

Our Lady of Good Counsel Parish in Elkton is part of the All Saints Pastorate, serving east central South Dakota with a focus on community and sacramental life. First-time visitors may appreciate the welcoming tone of events like blood drives and youth programs, as well as the clear worship schedule shared across parishes. The pastorate’s emphasis on family ministries and multilingual Spanish Mass suggests an inclusive approach to spiritual growth.

Pros

• Family-friendly faith formation programs for children and adults
• Clear Sunday worship times including Spanish-language Mass
• Community-focused events like blood drives and youth programs
• Multiple parish locations with dedicated worship spaces
• Sacramental preparation services for baptism, confirmation, and marriage

Cons

• Website provides limited specific details about Elkton location operations
• Service times listed only for Brookings locations, not Elkton site
• No explicit newcomer guidance or accessibility information provided