St. Lawrence Catholic Church
5655 Clarksville Pike, Nashville, TN 37080
About St. Lawrence Catholic Church
# St. Lawrence Catholic Church St. Lawrence Catholic Church serves the Joelton area of Nashville, Tennessee, a residential community located in the northern part of the city. The church stands as a parish presence in this neighborhood, serving the spiritual needs of local Catholic families and individuals seeking to practice their faith. St. Lawrence operates as a Catholic parish offering the sacraments and liturgical worship central to Catholic practice. The church welcomes members of the Nashville community seeking to participate in Catholic faith and community life. Information about specific programs and ministries available through the parish can be found on the church's website. The church is located at 5655 Clarksville Pike in Nashville. Those interested in attending Mass or learning more about the parish are encouraged to visit the church's website at https://www.stlawrencejoelton.com/ for current service times, accessibility information, and additional parish details. St. Lawrence maintains strong connections with the surrounding Joelton community and continues to serve as a spiritual home for area residents.
About Catholic Churches
The Catholic Church is the world's oldest and largest Christian institution, tracing its leadership through an unbroken line of popes back to the Apostle Peter. The Mass — the central act of Catholic worship — follows a liturgical calendar and culminates in the Eucharist, which Catholics believe is the real presence of Christ. Catholic life is shaped by seven sacraments: Baptism, Eucharist, Confirmation, Reconciliation, Anointing of the Sick, Holy Orders, and Matrimony. Parishes typically offer multiple Sunday Masses, daily Mass, confession hours, and robust faith formation programs. The Church's social teaching on human dignity, care for the poor, and the common good is expressed through extensive charitable and educational ministries worldwide.
Plan Your Visit
Get directions →First service starts at Wednesday: 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM — plan to arrive 10 minutes early
On-site parking is available — no need to hunt for street parking
Children's ministry and nursery run during all services — kids are welcome
Fully wheelchair accessible — contact the church for specific accessibility needs
Can't make it in person? Services are live streamed online
Dress code is casual — come as you are
Check the website for any schedule changes before your visit
Member Reviews
★ 4.8 · 31 Google reviewsMark Scanlan
★★★★★I have visited this wonderful small historic church twice now when visiting family. A beautiful 1885 church tastfully maintained and full of friendly inviting parishioners. Fr. Paul gave wonderfully inspiring homilies …
Robbie Mackenzie
★★★★★Beautiful parish. I used to spend many hours hear before COVID, just praying, meditating, journaling, and enjoying the space. I have not been there since COVID so I am not sure about the protocols but this was a great sp…
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🕐 Wednesday: 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM
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Frequently Asked Questions
What time does St. Lawrence Catholic Church hold services?
Wednesday: 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Where is St. Lawrence Catholic Church located?
5655 Clarksville Pike, Nashville, TN 37080
What denomination is St. Lawrence Catholic Church?
St. Lawrence Catholic Church is a Catholic church.
How do I contact St. Lawrence Catholic Church?
Call (615) 876-2127 or visit https://www.stlawrencejoelton.com/.
What is St. Lawrence Catholic Church known for?
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Church Health Score
Based on Google rating, reviews, and online presence
Strong
This church scores 79/100 compared to other Catholic churches in Nashville.
Catholic Benchmarks
Hartford Seminary + ECFA national averages