All ministry volunteers are required by the Archdiocese of Santa Fe to have a current VIRTUS certificate of training on file in the Parish Office before they begin serving in their chosen ministry. We will be hosting an in-person training session on Saturday, March 11, 2023 in Fatima-Gallagher Hall for those parishioners who do not have access to a computer. The class begins at 9:45 AM and you must arrive early to fill out the information and attendance sheet. The doors will be closed promptly at the beginning of the class and you will not be allowed entrance if you are late. If you wish to attend the in-person class, please call the Parish Office to place your name on the roster by Wednesday, March 8, 2023.
Join us on Saturday, February 25, 2023. We will begin with Mass at 7:30 AM in the Church and then gather in Fatima-Gallagher Hall. $25.00 lunch, provided. Retreat Speaker: Deacon Timoteo Lujan on the topic of “The Church as Servant”, the mission of all the baptized to serve as Christ came to serve. Make checks payable to: Our Lady of Fatima Holy Name Society. Contact Joseph Tapia or Marcus Garcia Or call the Parish Office at 505-265-5868.
God gave many of us the gift of music-making. Are you one of those fortunate people? And are you willing to share your gift in making our liturgies more meaningful and joyful? We are currently looking to expand the music program and need volunteers to help. Mark Adrian, our Director of Music, is seeking to implement some changes to Our Lady of Fatima’s liturgical music. Let’s see how we can include your talent in our liturgies. Call Mark Adrian at the church office: 505-265-5868.
All are invited to join together in prayer for a Memorial Mass for the repose of the soul of Pope Emeritus Benedict XVI on Thursday, January 5, 2023, beginning with a rosary at 5:30 PM, and Mass following at 6:00 PM at Our Lady of Fatima Church.
Classes at Our Lady of Fatima School will resume on Monday, January 9th, 2023. During the week, the main parking lot will be closed after the morning Mass for the safety of our students. Thank you for your cooperation.
This New Year’s Gift will be available in the Church beginning December 31st. The book "The Wisdom of the Saints" is offered to our parishioners free of charge, however, we request that you limit yourself to one book per household so that each family has a opportunity to have a copy.
Due to the demands of the Season, Our Lady of Fatima Parish Office will close at 3:00 PM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday, December 12-15th. We will resume regular office hours the following week, December 19th-22nd. The Parish Office will be closed December 23rd and 26th in observance of Christmas.
Posadas will be celebrated on Sunday, December 11, beginning at 5:00 PM in the church. We will then continue in procession to various doors on the parish campus as Joseph and Mary seek a place to stay. The procession will conclude at Fatima-Gallagher Hall where there will be a piñata for the kids, posole and other refreshments.
The Beneficiary of Our Lady of Fatima’s Giving Tree this year is Birthright. Please help this ministry with diapers and baby clothes sizes 0 to 6 months. Gifts can be placed under the tree at the main entrance of the church, or turn into the parish office by December 16, 2022.
Join us on December 19 & 20 beginning at 6:30 PM for the 2022 Advent Mission presented by the Franciscan Friars of the Renewal (CFR). There is no cost to attend however, donations to the Friary are greatly appreciated. Checks can be made payable to: Community of Franciscan Friars.
December 24th-Christmas Eve Masses will be offered at 4:00 PM (with children’s play) and 6:00 PM. December 25th-Christmas Day Masses will be offered at 7:30 AM and 10:00 AM only. There will not be a 12:00 PM noon Masson Christmas Day.
Thanksgiving Day Mass, with Blessing of Bread, will be held at 9:00 AM on Thursday, November 24, 2022. The Parish Office and School will be closed on Thanksgiving Day and the Friday following Thanksgiving Day.
Practice will take place after the 12:00 PM Mass on Sunday, December 4, 11 and 18 in the Church All children ages 5 years and up are invited to join us. Participants will have their name placed in a hat and roles will be assigned by lottery. We can never have too many angels and shepherds, so all children who wish to participate will have an opportunity to do so. The Christmas play will be performed at the 4:00 PM Mass on Christmas Eve.
Tuesday, November 1st is All Saint’s Day. It is a Holy Day of Obligation this year. Mass will be offered at 6:30 AM, 8:15 AM (Our Lady of Fatima School Mass) and 5:30 PM. Wednesday, November 2nd, is the Commemoration of all the Faithful Departed (All Soul’s Day). It is not a Holy Day of Obligation, but it would very appropriate to attend Mass and pray for the souls of the faithful departed. Masses will be offered at 6:30 AM and 8:15 AM.
The Legion of Mary ministry is seeking new members to help serve those who are unable to attend Mass due to illness or physical limitations. They take communion to the homebound and praying the rosary at nursing homes and assisted living centers. All parishioners are welcome, and your help is greatly needed. They have weekly meetings on Mondays from 3:20– 4:20 PM with our spiritual director, Fr. Edward Okpu. The First Saturday Mass each month is celebrated for the Living and Deceased Members of the Universal Legion.