With the foremost concern for our Parish community and recognizing the importance of social distancing in containing the spread of COVID-19, Las Cruces Roman Catholic Diocese Bishop Baldacchino has made the difficult but necessary decision to temporarily suspend the public celebration of Mass including weddings and funerals. In addition, all parish events such as baptism and marriage preparation classes, group meetings, etc. are suspended.

During this time the faithful are encouraged to pray individually or as a family, with the Liturgy of the Hours, reading scripture, reciting the Rosary, and with other means. Spiritual resources, including a Family Home Celebration during Suspension of Mass, are posted on the diocesan homepage at www.rcdlc.org .

Everyone is asked to please take the necessary precautions in keeping their families and our community safe in an effort to stop the spread of this virus. Please continue to pray for God’s direction and His mercy during this time of uncertainty.

For now, the St. Francis Newman Center Parish office will remain open unless we receive a directive to close.

 If you have any questions, please feel free to call the office at 538-3662.