Saint John the Baptist Catholic Church

About Saint John the Baptist Catholic Church

Standing within the Catholic tradition, Saint John the Baptist Catholic Church ministers in Waco, Texas. Visitors can find the church at 1312 Dallas Street, Waco. Visit stjohnswaco.org for current service times, programs, and information about the church's ministries.

Catholic congregations carry forward a particular branch of the Christian story. The Roman Catholic Church is the largest single Christian denomination in the United States, in full communion with the Bishop of Rome. Catholic parishes celebrate the Mass and the seven sacraments. The tradition traces its modern form to the 1st century. Today the tradition counts approximately 70 million in the U.S.

It joins a long tradition of Christian witness across the American South, where the Church remains a central institution in everyday life. Waco sits within Texas, whose state capital is Austin. The church reflects the broader presence of the Catholic community across Texas.