About St. Peter the Rock · Thomaston, Georgia
St. Peter the Rock Catholic Church in Thomaston, Georgia, serves a vibrant community with bilingual Masses in English and Spanish, active ministries, and a rich history rooted in the Archdiocese of Atlanta. The parish offers daily and weekend Masses, Eucharistic Adoration, and a variety of faith formation programs including CCD, Bible study, and the Order of Christian Initiation for Adults. It is known for its pastoral care, historic grotto, and strong emphasis on sacramental life and community outreach.
- Established
- 2001
- Patron
- St. Peter the Rock
- Rector
- Fr. Thomas Zahuta
- Diocese
- Archdiocese of Atlanta
Why belong here
Join a parish that offers meaningful worship in both English and Spanish, vibrant faith formation for all ages, and a strong sense of community through ministries like CCD, Bible study, and outreach. Experience pastoral care, sacramental life, and opportunities to serve others in a welcoming, Christ-centered environment.
Mass times at St. Peter the Rock
Weekly Mass schedule
Confession times
- By appointment
- Saturday 4:45pm - 5:15pm
- Sunday 9:15am - 9:45am
- Wednesday 5:15pm - 6:15pm
- First Saturday 8:40am (following Mass)
Adoration times
- Monday, Thursday, Friday - 1 hour following Mass
- Wednesday 5:15pm - 6:15pm
- First Friday - Saturday 9:00am - 8:00am (Extended)
Church History
The parish traces its roots to St. John the Baptist Mission in Thomaston (1958) and St. Ann Mission in Barnesville (1961). Both missions were under the care of Redemptorist priests and later became independent parishes. In 2001, Fr. Karl Duggan served St. John the Baptist’s in Thomaston and St. Ann’s in Barnesville. The current St. Peter the Rock parish was formed from these missions, with Fr. Thomas Hennessy serving as pastor in Thomaston from 1999 to 2001. The church building was dedicated in 1981 for St. Ann’s and later became part of the St. Peter the Rock parish.
Ministries
The parish offers a wide range of ministries including CCD, Bible study, OCIA, and Spanish ministry. There are also active ministries for adoration, rosary, and outreach. The Knights of Columbus maintain the grotto and Stations of the Cross, which are used for special events and prayer.
- Catechism
- Bible Study
- OCIA
- CCD
- Spanish Ministry
- Adoration Ministry
- Rosary Ministry
- Knights of Columbus (Grotto & Stations of the Cross)
Sacraments
The parish offers all seven sacraments: Baptism, Reconciliation, Eucharist, Confirmation, Marriage, Anointing of the Sick, and Holy Orders. Sacramental preparation is available for all ages, including OCIA for adults and CCD for children.
- Baptism
- Reconciliation
- Eucharist
- Confirmation
- Marriage
- Anointing of the Sick
- Holy Orders
Faith Formation
The parish offers a variety of faith formation programs including CCD, Bible study, and the Order of Christian Initiation for Adults (OCIA). Classes are held weekly and are open to all ages. Registration for CCD classes begins in July.
- CCD
- Bible Study
- OCIA
- Adult Confirmation
- Catechism Class
- Religious Education