About Holy Trinity · Peachtree City, Georgia
Holy Trinity Catholic Church in Peachtree City, Georgia, is a welcoming parish where faith, community, and service thrive. Founded in 1973 to serve a small group of Catholic families, it has grown to over 3,276 families today. The parish offers Mass in English and Spanish, multiple ministries, and a strong emphasis on faith formation and outreach. It is known for its historic growth, vibrant community life, and adaptability — including live-streaming Masses since 2018 and hosting international participants during the pandemic.
- Established
- 1973
- Patron
- Sacred Heart of Jesus
- Rector
- Father John Murphy
- Diocese
- Archdiocese of Atlanta
Why belong here
Holy Trinity offers a warm, welcoming community where people grow in faith, build lasting relationships, and serve God’s Kingdom. With ministries for all ages — including youth, adults, seniors, and families — and opportunities to volunteer, serve, and worship in both English and Spanish, the parish invites everyone to find their place and live out their faith together.
Mass times at Holy Trinity
Weekly Mass schedule
Confession times
- Friday 5:30pm–6:20pm (English & Español)
- Saturday 8:30am–10am or by appointment
Adoration times
- Monday–Thursday 8:00 am (before Mass)
- Friday after noon Mass until 11:00 pm (with break 6:30 pm for evening Mass)
History
Founded in 1973 with 55 families, Holy Trinity began as a weekend mission at Peachtree City Elementary School. It moved through various temporary locations before purchasing land in 1976 and building its first church in 1980. The parish has seen significant growth, with over 2,500 families by 2007 and 3,276 by 2022. Key milestones include the construction of Loreto Hall (1988), the Marian Chapel (1989), the Faith Formation Building (2004), and the renovation of the St. Faustina room (2019).
Ministries & Groups
Faith comes to life when we share God’s love with others. At Holy Trinity, our ministries and community outreach groups offer support, hope, and opportunities to serve. We invite you to discover the ministry that best meets your needs or answers the call God has placed on your heart.
- Knitting Group
- Vacation Bible School
- Service Day
- Music
- Bingo
- Misión de Cuaresma
- Couples Night
- CRS
- Rosary Rally
- Elementary Faith Formation
- Youth Ministry
- Adult Faith
- Senior Ministry
Sacraments
The Sacraments are sacred signs instituted by Christ to communicate God's grace and strengthen our life of faith. Through them, we experience His love and presence at every stage of our Christian journey.
- Baptism
- Reconciliation
- Eucharist
- Confirmation
- Marriage
- Anointing of the Sick
- Holy Orders
- Matrimony
- Funeral Rites
Pastors & rectors through the years
- Fr. Jerry Hardy1973
Celebrated first Mass; not assigned as pastor
- Fr. Edward Danneker1973–1976
First pastor
- Fr. Daniel McCormick1974–1977
Second pastor
- Fr. James Sexstone1977–1987
Third pastor; oversaw church construction
- Fr. John Druding1987–1988
Fourth pastor
- Fr. Edward O’Connor1991–1994
Fifth pastor
- Fr. William Edward Calhoun1994–1994
Sixth pastor; died in accident; Narthex dedicated to him
- Fr. Michael McWhorter1995–1996
Seventh pastor; short term
- Fr. John Walsh1996–2007
Eighth pastor; oversaw major expansions
- Fr. Michael Kingery2007–2011
Ninth pastor; transferred to St. Andrew’s in Roswell
- Fr. John Murphy2011–present
Current pastor