About St. Lawrence the Martyr · North Highlands, California
St. Lawrence the Martyr Church in North Highlands, California, is a vibrant Catholic parish dedicated to evangelization and community service. It offers Masses in both English and Spanish, with bilingual services on Sundays and weekday Masses at 8:00 am. The parish emphasizes faith formation, sacramental preparation, and active parish ministries, welcoming all to participate in its spiritual and social life. It is led by a pastoral team including Fr. Alvaro Perez, PES, and Fr. Carlos Miguel Mestanza, PES, supported by deacons, sisters, and lay staff.
- Patron
- St. Lawrence the Martyr
- Rector
- Fr. Alvaro Perez, PES
Why belong here
Join a parish where faith is lived through active ministries — from religious education and music to liturgy and outreach. The parish offers sacramental preparation, bilingual Masses, and opportunities to serve as Christ’s hands in the community. Whether you’re new or longtime, you’re invited to grow in faith and belong to a welcoming family of believers.
Mass times at St. Lawrence the Martyr
Weekly Mass schedule
Confession times
- Weekdays at 7:30 am
- Thursday at 7:00 pm
- Saturday 3:00 pm to 5:00 pm
- Sunday at 9:30 am & 11:30 am
Adoration times
- Thursday starting after 8:00 am Mass until 7:00 pm
- Thursday Evening Holy Hour at 7:00 pm
About Us
Jesus Christ and his Gospel are the reason the Church is. And because of that, the proclamation of that Gospel and that Christ must be at the center of what the Catholic Church does. - George Weigel
Sacraments
The whole liturgical life of the Church revolves around the Eucharistic sacrifice and the sacraments. There are seven sacraments in the Church: Baptism, Confirmation or Chrismation, Eucharist, Penance, Anointing of the Sick, Holy Orders, and Matrimony.
- Baptism
- Confirmation
- First Communion
- Marriage
- Anointing of the Sick
- Funerals
- Penance
Ministries
The work of the church is through the hands of Christ. . . YOURS! Show your love of Christ by becoming his hands.
- Religious Education
- Liturgy Coordination
- Music Ministry
- Parish Tribunal
- Facilities & Maintenance
- Parish Business Management
- Reception/Administrative Assistance