St. John the Baptist Catholic Church is part of Blessed Trinity Catholic Parishes which also includes Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Ledyard and St. Joseph Catholic Church in Wesley.

First Baptist ChurchSt. John the Baptist Catholic Church

Welcome to Bancroft! Here are some of our favorite spaces available to the public. To view a listing of all of our local businesses, you can view them here: Business Directory - Bancroft, IA (bancroftiowa.com) or please visit our Fun In Bancroft website: Bancroft IA's Business Directory (funinbancroft.org)

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First Baptist Church was founded for the preaching and teaching of the Word of God, the maintaining of public worship every Lord's day, the administration of the ordinances of the New Testament, the spiritual improvement of its members, ministering to its own community and the spread of the gospel in all the earth.

As you explore our website, you'll find a wealth of information about local events, services, and the vibrant tapestry of life in Bancroft. From community gatherings to educational opportunities, we take pride in fostering a close-knit atmosphere that makes every resident feel at home.

Today, the library has a collection greater than 19,500 volumes. In 2008, there were a total of 24,480 visits by 1,492 patrons. Library patrons circulated 27,533 books, videos and other materials and nearly 5000 users accessed the libraries computers. The Bancroft Housing Agency operates 28 low rent housing units near the Bancroft Golf Course.

City of Bancroft Iowa's Official Website. Visit to find out more about the city, local businesses, events, council, staff, contact information, and more!

Bancroft operates under a Mayor-Council form of government with an appointed Administrator. The City Council consists of five City Council members elected at large, for overlapping terms of four years. The Mayor is also elected for a term of four years.

⚠️ Emergency Alert 01-17-2025: City of Bancroft: Work on the S Clay St hydrant will start soon. If you are in that area, gather water now. The water will be off at approximately 9:15 am until the hydrant is replaced. We thank you for your patience.