About Shepherd of the Valley · Dunlap, Tennessee
Shepherd of the Valley Catholic Church is a parish in Dunlap, Tennessee, serving the local Catholic community with regular Masses, sacraments, and pastoral care. The parish is led by Pastor Rev. David Boettner and includes a deacon, Mike Butz. It offers Mass in English and Spanish, and provides sacraments including Baptism, Confirmation, Eucharist, Reconciliation, Anointing of the Sick, Holy Orders, and Matrimony. The church also supports community outreach, such as collecting plastic shopping bags for the Sequatchie County Food Bank.
- Rector
- Rev. David Boettner
Why belong here
Join a welcoming parish that offers regular Mass in English and Spanish, sacramental life, and community service. The church supports local needs, including food bank outreach, and provides opportunities for spiritual growth through confession, adoration, and pastoral listening sessions.
Mass times at Shepherd of the Valley
Weekly Mass schedule
Confession times
- Sunday: 7:30 - 7:50 a.m. (before Mass)
- By appointment. Please call the Rectory (423) 837-7068 to schedule.
The Sacraments
Catholic sacraments are seven visible, efficacious signs instituted by Jesus Christ to give grace. They are categorized into three groups: Initiation (laying the foundation), Healing (restoring body and soul), and Service of Communion (building up the Church).
- Baptism: The gateway to the faith.
- Confirmation: Seals and strengthens the grace of Baptism.
- Eucharist: The source and summit of Catholic life.
- Reconciliation (Confession): Provides forgiveness for sins committed after Baptism.
- Anointing of the Sick: Administered to those suffering from serious illness, advanced age, or facing major surgery.
- Holy Orders: The sacrament of apostolic ministry.
- Matrimony: A holy, lifelong covenant uniting one man and one woman in marriage.
Bulletins
Bulletins are available for download in English and Spanish. Older bulletins can be requested by email.