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Come as you are. Leave transformed.

Come as you are. Leave transformed.

Holy Cross Catholic Church has been a cornerstone of faith, service, and community in Franklin, Tennessee since 1953. All are welcome.

Mass & Confession Schedule

Sunday Mass

8:00 AM (Traditional Latin), 10:00 AM (English), 12:00 PM (Spanish). Nursery available at 10 AM.

Daily Mass

Monday through Friday at 7:30 AM and 12:10 PM. Saturday at 8:30 AM.

Confession

Saturday 3:30 – 4:30 PM, or by appointment. Walk-ins always welcome.

Adoration

Eucharistic Adoration every Thursday from 9:00 AM to 7:00 PM in the chapel.

Holy Days

Vigil Mass at 7:00 PM. Holy Day Masses at 7:30 AM, 12:10 PM, and 7:00 PM.

Rosary

Prayed daily 30 minutes before the first morning Mass. All are welcome to join.

Welcome to Holy Cross

For over seventy years, Holy Cross has been a place where families grow in faith, neighbors serve one another, and the sacraments are celebrated with reverence and joy. Whether you are a lifelong Catholic, returning to the faith, or simply curious, there is a place for you here. Our parish is home to over 1,200 registered families and offers more than twenty ministries serving every age and stage of life.

Welcome to Holy Cross

Sacraments & Formation

Baptism

Baptisms are celebrated on the first and third Sunday of each month after the 12:00 PM Mass. A preparation class for parents is required.

First Communion & Confirmation

Two-year faith formation programs for children and teens. Classes run September through May.

Marriage

Couples should contact the parish office at least six months before the desired wedding date to begin preparation.

RCIA

The Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults welcomes those exploring the Catholic faith. Sessions begin each September.

Parishioner Voices

“We moved to Franklin five years ago and Holy Cross instantly felt like home. The community here is genuine and the faith formation for our kids has been exceptional.”

The Martinez Family

Parishioners since 2021

“I came back to the Church after twenty years away. Father Thomas and the RCIA team walked with me every step of the way. I have never felt judged — only loved.”

David K.

Received into the Church, Easter 2024

“The food pantry ministry is the heart of this parish. Every Saturday we serve over a hundred families. It is faith in action.”

Sister Anne Marie, RSM

Social Outreach Coordinator

Life at Holy Cross

Stained glass window depicting the Holy Family

Our sanctuary

Parishioners gathered in the courtyard after Sunday Mass

After Mass fellowship

Children singing in the youth choir

Youth choir

Volunteers sorting donations at the food pantry

Food pantry ministry

Easter vigil Mass with candles

Easter Vigil

Parish hall set up for a community dinner

Community supper

Support our parish

Your generosity sustains our ministries, maintains our historic church, and serves those in need. Online giving is safe, simple, and available anytime.