About St. Mary · Athens, Tennessee
St. Mary Catholic Church in Fairbrook, Tennessee, offers reverent worship, clear guidance, and a welcoming community rooted in Catholic faith. It serves parishioners, families, and visitors seeking spiritual connection and fellowship. The parish emphasizes practical resources, active ministries, and outreach, including a strong commitment to life through its Knights of Columbus Ultrasound Initiative. Regular Masses are offered in English, Spanish, and Latin, with opportunities for Adoration, Confession, and recollection nights.
- Rector
- Father John Arthur Orr
- Diocese
- Diocese of Knoxville
Why belong here
Join a parish that welcomes you with open arms, offers meaningful worship in multiple languages, and actively engages in community service — especially through its life-affirming ultrasound initiative. You’ll find opportunities to grow in faith, serve others, and build lasting relationships in a family-centered Catholic environment.
Mass times at St. Mary
Weekly Mass schedule
Confession times
- 4:00 to 4:50 PM (Saturday)
- 9:30 to 9:50 AM (Saturday)
- 12:30 to 12:50 PM (Saturday)
- 9:45 to 12:00 PM (First Friday)
- 6:00 AM to 5:45 PM (Last Wednesday of the Month)
Adoration times
- 7:30 to 7:50 AM (Saturday)
- 9:30 to 9:50 AM (Saturday)
- 6:00 AM to 5:45 PM (Last Wednesday of the Month)
About Us
St. Mary Catholic Church is a parish that offers reverent worship, clear guidance, and a welcoming community rooted in Catholic faith. It serves parishioners, families, and visitors seeking spiritual connection and fellowship.
Ministries & Outreach
The parish is active in faith formation, community service, and life-affirming outreach through its Knights of Columbus Ultrasound Initiative and Pro-Life efforts.
- Knights of Columbus Ultrasound Initiative
- Pro-Life Ministry
- Youth Ministry
- Faith Formation
- Parish Blog & Resources
Sacraments
The parish offers all seven sacraments, including Baptism, Reconciliation, Eucharist, Confirmation, Marriage, Anointing of the Sick, and Holy Orders.