History:

Heartland Church began in 1996 with a group of committed Christians who wanted to worship in a style different than the traditional/formal churches of the time. From the very beginning we have been guided by our desire to know and obey God. We believe our love for Christ will live itself out through the things we say and do. It is our goal to help each other grow closer to Christ, with the ultimate goal to reach others. 

Currently we are renting the auditorium of the Saint Charles Elementary school and a few rooms to use for junior church and adult bible study on Sunday. We also rent an office space in the education building of the Methodist church.  This is where the Pastor’s office is and where youth group is currently meeting.  In recent years, because of a fervent desire to see growth, both spirituality and numerically within the church, we have a desire to hold worship in our own facility. We own property and have a committee that is seeking out options to build our church.

Our Local Community:

Located 20 miles east of Rochester and 20 miles west of Winona, St. Charles offers big city conveniences with the advantages of small town living.  Best known for being the Gateway to the Whitewater Valley. St. Charles is a vibrant community of 3,825 people comfortably nestled within the rolling hills and valleys of southeastern Minnesota. 

In St. Charles, recreational opportunities abound. The majestic Whitewater State Park is only seven miles north of the city. Saint Charles offers five beautiful city parks offering a variety of activities, including picnic areas, volleyball courts, ball fields, playground equipment and biking and hiking trails. 

Neighboring Rochester is known for being culturally diverse, prosperous, and eclectically styled. Rochester offers a variety of can’t miss things to do, from attending special events, to getting involved in the arts and learning about local history; to dining at independent restaurants and staying active at area parks.