St. Henry School

What St. Henry School does

Saint Henry Catholic Church, operating since 1953 in the Belle Meade area of Nashville, Tennessee, is a Roman Catholic parish within the Diocese of Nashville serving over 2,000 families. The parish operates St. Henry School (founded 1957) as an affiliated educational institution serving students from PreK3 through 8th grade, with facilities renovated in 1995 to accommodate approximately 600 students. Core services include the celebration of Mass (weekend and daily), administration of Catholic sacraments (Baptism, First Communion, Confirmation, Holy Matrimony, Anointing of the Sick, Reconciliation, Holy Orders, Rite of Christian Burial), faith formation programs (Sunday Religious Education, OCIA, Adult Formation, Vacation Bible School, Cursillo), youth ministry, music ministry, and social action initiatives.

The parish maintains an extensive community ministry ecosystem with 14+ social service partnerships including St. Vincent de Paul Society, Room in the Inn, Family Reconciliation Center, Ladies of Charity, and Matthew 25, among others. Revenue is generated through individual stewardship pledges, online giving, donations, religious education class fees ($50 per student annually), and columbarium niche sales ($5,000 each for cremated remains of up to two individuals), with columbarium inurnments scheduled to begin in June 2026.

The organization is led by Pastor Fr. Eric Fowlkes (since July 2024), supported by Associate Pastor Fr. Thomas Kalam, and a leadership team including Directors of Operations, Finance, Stewardship, Communication, Music, Youth, Religious Education, Facilities and Maintenance, and Engagement. Governance includes a Parish Council and Finance Board. The parish employs approximately 30 staff and operates from 6401 Harding Pike, Nashville, TN 37205, with church office hours Monday-Friday 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Name

St. Henry School

Legal name

Saint Henry Catholic Church

Website

https://sthenry.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

1953

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Saint Henry Catholic Church, founded 1953 in Nashville, Tennessee, is a Roman Catholic parish within the Diocese of Nashville serving over 2,000 families through worship, sacraments, faith formation, and the affiliated St. Henry School (PreK3-8th grade).

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Catholic Parish and Religious Education Services

NAICS

Religious Organizations (81311), Elementary and Secondary Schools (611110), Religious Organizations (8131)

akta.pro industry

PRIMARYEDAJABAC

Faith-Based (Religious) K–12 Schools

Education/K–12 / Primary & Secondary Education/Private & Independent K–12 Schools

SECONDARYBPAGADAB

K–12 Support & School Improvement Nonprofits

Business & Public Services/Nonprofit, NGO & Social Services/Education & Youth Development Nonprofits

SECONDARYMPABALAB

Catholic Broadcasting

Media, Entertainment & Sports/Broadcasting (TV & Radio)/Religious/Faith-Based Broadcasting

Keywords

• Catholic parish services
• Religious education programs
• Faith formation
• Sacrament services
• Youth ministry

Headquarters

HQ city

Nashville

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales, Operations, Others

Pricing tiers

Distribution channels1 record

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Saint Henry Catholic Church delivers Roman Catholic worship, sacraments, faith formation, youth ministry, social outreach, and a K-8 Catholic school (Saint Henry School) to parish families and the Nashville community. Funding comes primarily from stewardship pledges, online donations, and member contributions, with nominal fees for religious education classes and columbarium niches. The parish operates under the Diocese of Nashville and serves more than 2,000 families.

Product overview

Saint Henry Catholic Church offers religious and spiritual services including Mass celebrations (weekend and daily), sacraments (Baptism, First Communion, Confirmation, Holy Matrimony, Anointing of the Sick, Reconciliation, Holy Orders, Rite of Christian Burial), faith formation programs (Sunday Religious Education, OCIA, Adult Formation, Vacation Bible School, Cursillo), youth ministry (CYO), music ministry, social action initiatives, and various parish life activities. The church also operates Saint Henry School as a separate institution with its own website (sthenryschool.org).

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Weekend and Daily Mass Roman Catholic Mass celebrations held at the parish campus, with weekend Masses (Saturday 5pm; Sunday 7:30am, 9am, 11am), daily Mass, and special liturgical services; also livestreamed via YouTube. For parishioners and visitors in the Nashville area.
• Sacraments Administration of the seven Catholic sacraments — Baptism, First Communion, Confirmation, Holy Matrimony, Anointing of the Sick, Reconciliation, Holy Orders — and the Rite of Christian Burial. For parishioners and Catholic families in the Diocese of Nashville.
• Sunday Religious Education Faith formation program for children from PreK3 through 8th grade, preparing them for sacraments; $50 per student annually with donations welcomed to sponsor families in need. For Catholic families in the parish.
• Order of Christian Initiation (OCIA) and Adult Faith Formation OCIA (formerly RCIA) process and adult faith formation programs for adults entering the Catholic Church or deepening their faith, including Adult Formation and Cursillo. For adult parishioners and inquirers.
• Youth Ministry (CYO and related activities) Youth ministry programs including the Catholic Youth Organization (CYO), other youth activities, and young adult ministry. For parish youth and young adults.
• Saint Henry School

Segments1 record

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

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Partnerships

15 partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• St. Vincent de Paul SocietycoreOthersSVDP Society at Saint Henry Church provides assistance to parishioners and non-parishioners with needs including food, utilities and rent. Supported by monthly collections and weekly food collections at the school.
• Room in the InncoreOthersSt. Henry Room in the Inn houses homeless guests from first Sunday in November to last Sunday in March. Volunteers assist with dining hall setup, driving, meal preparation, overnight hosting, and cleanup.
• Family Reconciliation CentercoreOthersCreates an environment where families can support one another through the crisis of incarceration. Offers a guesthouse for family visits, support groups for adults, and tutoring programs for children.
• Heart of Mary HouseminorOthersFounded in 2022, provides a homelike setting for underserved individuals with terminal prognosis in Middle Tennessee area.
• Ladies of CharitycoreOthersCatholic women's volunteer organization serving the community for over 119 years. Operates consignment clothing sale, provides scholarships, and offers welfare assistance with rent, utilities, and food.
• Matthew 25coreOthersPartner agency with United Way and Veterans Administration providing supportive environment, counseling, room and board, and job assistance for up to eight months for men committed to overcoming addiction.
• McGruder Resource Center - Catholic CharitiesminorOthersAssists the most in-need residents of North Nashville through home visitation, tutoring, employment assistance, and elderly support.
• Mulier CareminorOthersFounded in 2013, provides assistance to pregnant women facing crisis and unplanned pregnancies, helping them make informed choices and prepare for motherhood.
• Preston Taylor MinistriesminorOthersProvides programs for at-risk youth including after-school programming, mentoring, life-skills training, job development, weekend retreats, and camp opportunities.
• Safe HavenminorOthersShelter-to-housing program in Middle Tennessee accommodating families experiencing homelessness, supporting about 300 families per year toward self-sufficiency.
• Senior Ride NashvilleminorOthersConnects older adults (60+) who no longer drive with vetted volunteer drivers for transportation to appointments and errands.
• The Renewal HouseminorOthersKeeps mothers and their children together throughout addiction recovery, recognizing this approach is effective for both mother and child in developing healthy lives.
• Open Arms MinistryminorOthersServes special needs young adults by pairing them with sponsors through the Catholic Church.
• Rejoice BalletminorOthersMotivated by Christ's love, empowers youth to realize their potential by training, nurturing, and celebrating dancers from diverse backgrounds.
• Diocese of NashvillecoreOthersSaint Henry Church and School are part of the Diocese of Nashville. The Catholic Pastoral Center is located at 2800 McGavock Pike, Nashville, TN 37214.

Scale indicators7 records

Recent moves9 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Market position

Competitive moat3 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• YouTubeyoutube.com/@SaintHenryCatholicChurch
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/st-henry-school

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Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles12 records

Subsidiaries1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

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