About St. Catherine of Siena · Columbia, Tennessee
St. Catherine of Siena Catholic Church is a Roman Catholic parish in Columbia, Tennessee, part of the Diocese of Nashville, serving about 700 families in the rolling hills of southern Middle Tennessee. The parish is known for a notably bilingual liturgical life, offering English and Spanish Masses every Sunday, a daily 8:00 AM weekday Mass, and active faith-formation programs including the parish school, Three Hearts Academy. Its current pastor, Father Daniel Reehil (assigned in 2020), is also the Vicar Forane of the Southern Deanery and the diocesan exorcist, and the parish is widely known as a hub of Hispanic ministry in the diocese.
- Patron
- St. Catherine of Siena (Doctor of the Church, Dominican tertiary, patroness of Italy; her motto "every place is the right place, every time is the right time" is referenced as shaping parish life)
- Rector
- Rev. Daniel (Dan) Reehil, V.F.
- Diocese
- Diocese of Nashville
Why belong here
St. Catherine of Siena is one of the most bilingual parishes in the Diocese of Nashville, offering Sunday Mass in both English and Spanish, daily weekday Mass six mornings a week, Eucharistic Adoration several days a week, and Confession before every Mass. Parishioners can grow in faith through OCIA (Becoming Catholic), Bible study, a youth and Confirmation program, a Hispanic young-adult ministry, a choir, and faith formation for all ages — all while children can be educated in the parish's own Three Hearts Academy and even dropped at the nursery during Sunday Masses.
Mass times at St. Catherine of Siena
Weekly Mass schedule
Confession times
- Sunday: 7:15–7:45 AM and 9:45–10:15 AM
- Monday: 7:15–7:45 AM
- Tuesday: 7:15–7:45 AM
- Wednesday: 4:15–4:45 PM (and 6:00–6:45 PM)
- Thursday: 7:15–7:45 AM (and 6:15–6:45 PM, Spanish/English bilingual)
- Friday: 7:15–7:45 AM
- Saturday: 7:15–7:45 AM and 4:15–4:45 PM (also before Vigil Mass)
- Generally available 45 minutes prior to every Mass
Adoration times
- Monday: 7:00–7:55 AM
- Tuesday: 7:00–7:55 AM
- Thursday: 7:00–7:55 AM (with extended Adoration Thursday 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM following the 8:00 AM Mass)
- Friday: 7:00–7:55 AM
- Saturday: 7:00–7:55 AM
- Wednesday: 4:00 PM (followed by 5:00 PM Mass)
About St. Catherine of Siena Catholic Church
St. Catherine of Siena Catholic Church is a Roman Catholic parish in Columbia, Tennessee, part of the Diocese of Nashville. With roughly 700 families, the parish describes itself as 'a vibrant, welcoming parish family united in our faith and commitment to living the Gospel.' It offers a rich liturgical life, faith-formation programs for all ages, the parish school Three Hearts Academy, and active outreach to both English- and Spanish-speaking Catholics across southern Middle Tennessee. The parish is located at 3019 Cayce Lane and is led by Father Daniel Reehil, V.F., as pastor.
- Part of the Diocese of Nashville
- Approximately 700 families
- Address: 3019 Cayce Lane, Columbia, TN 38401
- Phone: (931) 388-3803
- Pastoral motto drawn from St. Catherine: 'every place is the right place, every time is the right time'
Parish Clergy & Staff
The parish is led by Father Daniel (Dan) Reehil, V.F., who has served as pastor since 2020 and also serves as Vicar Forane of the Southern Deanery, diocesan exorcist, and National Director of Radio Maria USA. He is assisted by Father Julio Padilla (Associate Pastor, Hispanic Ministry) and Deacon Tim Conley.
- Fr. Daniel Reehil, V.F. — Pastor (since 2020)
- Fr. Julio Padilla — Associate Pastor (Hispanic Ministry)
- Deacon Tim Conley
- Office Hours: Mon–Thu 9 AM–4 PM; Fri 9 AM–12 PM
Faith Formation & Religious Education
Faith Formation at St. Catherine's serves parishioners of every age, from young children preparing for First Communion and Confirmation, through middle- and high-school youth ministry, to adults in OCIA and ongoing Bible study. Programs emphasize both doctrinal formation and community service.
- Faith Formation for children and youth
- Confirmation preparation program
- Bible Study (weekly sessions exploring Sacred Scripture)
- OCIA (Order of Christian Initiation of Adults) — Becoming Catholic
Youth Ministry
Middle- and high-school students grow in faith through dynamic teaching, community service, retreats, and fellowship. The parish runs weekly youth-group meetings, Confirmation preparation, and retreat opportunities, including an annual retreat for Hispanic young adults that drew more than 50 attendees from across the diocese in late 2025.
- Weekly youth-group meetings
- Confirmation preparation
- Retreats and fellowship events
- Hispanic Young Adult Retreat ("Fly With Us," Nov. 29, 2025)
Choir & Music Ministry
St. Catherine's music ministry enhances the liturgical celebrations of the parish by adding beauty and supporting the participation of the congregation — 'when you sing, you pray twice.' The choir welcomes parishioners who wish to serve through music.
- Parish Choir
- Music for Sunday and feast-day liturgies
- Contact: [email protected]
Three Hearts Academy (Parish School)
Three Hearts Academy is the parish school of St. Catherine of Siena, providing Catholic education as part of the parish's family of ministries. It is listed alongside Faith Formation as one of the parish's principal formation offerings.
- Catholic school associated with St. Catherine of Siena Parish
- Listed under parish Faith Formation / Ministries
Sacraments at the Parish
St. Catherine's celebrates all seven sacraments and offers preparation programs for each. Sacramental preparation is part of the parish's core ministry alongside Mass, Confession, and Faith Formation.
- Baptism
- First Communion (Eucharist)
- Confirmation
- Matrimony (Marriage)
- Anointing of the Sick
- OCIA & OCIC (Christian Initiation for adults and children)
- Confession / Reconciliation
Parish Life, Events, and Outreach
Beyond the sacraments, St. Catherine's runs an active calendar of social, service, and spiritual events — from parish fundraisers like the annual Knights of Columbus Bob Ferriby Memorial Golf Scramble at Graymere Country Club, to an annual men's retreat at St. Bernard's Abbey in Cullman, Alabama. The parish also livestreams Masses via Vimeo for those unable to attend in person.
- Knights of Columbus Council and annual Golf Scramble fundraiser
- Annual Men's Retreat at St. Bernard's Abbey (Cullman, AL)
- Hispanic Young Adult Retreat (Nov. 2025)
- Online Giving via Pushpay
- Weekly bulletin and announcements online
Welcome and Becoming a Parishioner
Whether you are new to the area, returning to the Church, or seeking a spiritual home, St. Catherine's invites you to join. Registration is handled through an online form, and the parish welcomes English- and Spanish-speaking families alike with an active OCIA process for those becoming Catholic.
- Online Parish Registration form
- OCIA / Becoming Catholic program
- Sacrament Preparation registration
- Faith Formation registration
- Nursery / childcare during 8:00 AM and 10:30 AM Sunday Masses (with pagers for parents; closed at Christmas and Easter)
Pastors & rectors through the years
- Rev. Davis Chackaleckel, M.S.F.S.
Missionary of St. Francis de Sales; national-certified counselor (M.A., Seton Hall); served as pastor for approximately six years prior to Fr. Reehil.
- Rev. Daniel (Dan) Reehil, V.F.2020–present
Born Aug. 4, 1965 in Mineola, NY; former Wall Street banker; ordained July 26, 2014 by Bishop David Choby; previously Parochial Vicar then Pastor of St. Edward Parish; also serves as diocesan exorcist and National Director of Radio Maria USA ('Battle Ready' program).