About St. John the Baptist · Hot Springs, Arkansas
St. John the Baptist Parish in Hot Springs, Arkansas, is a vibrant Catholic community centered on faith, service, and family. It offers Masses in both English and Spanish, active ministries for youth and adults, and a strong emphasis on faith formation and stewardship. The parish is home to St. John’s Catholic School and hosts perpetual Eucharistic Adoration, a memorial prayer garden, and a variety of volunteer groups. It welcomes all, offering a warm, inclusive environment rooted in Catholic tradition and active parish life.
- Patron
- St. John the Baptist
- Rector
- Fr. Shaun Wesley
Why belong here
Join a parish that offers meaningful ministries like youth groups, faith formation, and volunteer opportunities. Experience weekly Masses in English and Spanish, perpetual Eucharistic Adoration, and a welcoming community that supports families and individuals through prayer, service, and education. The parish also provides resources like FORMED and Spanish-language ministries to deepen your faith.
Mass times at St. John the Baptist
Weekly Mass schedule
Confession times
- 3 - 4:30 pm Saturday
- by appointment
Adoration times
- 24 x 7
Ministries and Groups
- Altar Servers
- Catholic Daughters of the Americas
- Choir
- Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion
- Faith Formation
- Kairos Prison Ministry
- Knights of Columbus
- Lectors
- Men's Fellowship
- Musicians
- Parish Council
- St. John’s Council of Women
- St. John’s School Ushers
- Youth Ministry
Staff and Clergy
- Fr. Shaun Wesley — Pastor
- Deacons Bob Standridge, Robert Wanless
- Administrative Assistant: Shelly Dvorak
- Spanish Administrative Assistant: Ashlynn Miranda
- Bookkeeper & Faith Formation Assistant: Carolyn Wethington
- Director of Faith Formation: Edith Ochoa
- Director of Youth Ministry: Karina Vega
- Director of Music: John Jordan
- Building and Grounds: Raymond Mace
Faith Formation and Resources
The parish offers free FORMED subscriptions and faith formation programs for all ages. Families can receive a Virgen de Guadalupe image and Biblia Peregrina to deepen their Catholic faith. Spanish-language resources and ministries are available.