Hello, friends: 

This weekend I’m offering what I hope to be a “snapshot” of parish life in what I’m calling the State of the Parish address. Just as the president, governor and city mayor do in their address, we will be focusing our attention on the various relationships that make up our faith community. The structure of the presentation will be framed with the following three categories: miracles, milestones and mission. Stay tuned! 

The United in Ministry appeal is upon us, again! This year the campaign is entitled, “Where will you take your place in proclaiming the Good News” and again I’m asking that when you consider making a pledge that you think of our retired priests, particularly, Fr. John Tickle and our seminarians. This year our parish goal is just about $56,000. I’d ask you to please prayerfully consider making a pledge, in the name of Fr. Tickle or any of our Diocesan seminarians: Alex, Alonso, Gino, Ivan, Jeff, or Ruben. 

Blessings! 
Fr. Ray 

Hello Newman parishioners, 

Mona Chip, Associate Campus Minister, here! I am pleased to have the opportunity to guest author this week. Thank you so much for your warm response to our Student Ministry Leadership Team after the Masses last weekend. It may have partially been the lure of cookies– but I was so encouraged to see your interest and support of Campus Ministry. Leaving home to come to college can be challenging, with new freedoms and corresponding responsibilities. Our hope is that Newman Center can be a home away from home for students while at college, that Campus Ministry can foster a welcoming, supportive community where young Catholics can grow spiritually, intellectually, socially and emotionally. Please continue to keep NMSU and DACC students, staff, and faculty in your prayer as they begin this new semester! 

Mona Chip 
Associate Campus Minister  

Dear friends:

On behalf of the parish staff, I’d like to welcome students, faculty and staff for the 2015 spring semester! If you’re new to our community, we hope that you find a home here with us, and if you’re returning, welcome back!

The staff, in collaboration with the parish pastoral council, finance council and visioning committees, has been busy at work preparing for the new semester; specifically looking at various projects that will happen in the next several months.

Next weekend, I’m planning to offer what I’m calling a “State of the Parish address” similar to what the president, governor and mayor do annually.

Please stay tuned!
Fr. Ray