St. John the Baptist
About St. John the Baptist
Established in 1931 and also home to a historic mission church in Halifax dating to 1889, St. John the Baptist serves Roanoke Rapids and Halifax County as a bilingual parish in the Diocese of Raleigh. Under Parochial Administrator Fr. John De Guzman, the community offers Sunday Masses in English and Saturday evening Masses in Spanish, reflecting its active Hispanic ministry and diverse, multigenerational congregation.
St. John the Baptist is a Roman Catholic parish in Roanoke Rapids, North Carolina, part of the Diocese of Raleigh. The parish offers Mass 5 times per week, including Sunday at 9 AM and 11:30 AM. Confession is available on Saturday. View the full schedule below.
Mass Schedule
Sunday
Saturday
Mass and sacrament times can change for holy days, seasons, and special events. Please confirm directly with the parish before visiting.
Confession Schedule
Saturday
Programs & Ministries
Youth Ministry
Youth Group
Youth Ministry that nurtures our young people’s faith journey. Whether you’re new to the Roanoke Valley/Lake Gaston area, a lifelong resident, or just visiting, we welcome you to join us! Resources To
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the Mass times at St. John the Baptist? ▼
St. John the Baptist Mass times: Sunday at 9 AM, 11:30 AM.
When is confession at St. John the Baptist? ▼
St. John the Baptist confession times: Saturday 4:30 PM - 4:45 PM. Confession is also known as the Sacrament of Reconciliation.
Is there a Saturday Vigil Mass at St. John the Baptist? ▼
Yes, St. John the Baptist celebrates Saturday Vigil Mass at 5 PM, 6 PM, 6:30 PM. The Saturday Vigil Mass fulfills the Sunday Mass obligation for Catholics.
Where is St. John the Baptist located? ▼
St. John the Baptist is located at 900 Hamilton Street, Roanoke Rapids, NC 27870. Get directions using the "Directions" button on this page.
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