About Holy Family Mission · Fort Garland, Colorado
Sangre de Cristo Parish, located in San Luis, Colorado, is a historic Catholic community rooted in the faith of the Pobladores and generations of faithful priests and nuns who served Costilla County. Established in 1881, the parish includes mission churches such as Fort Garland and is known for its commitment to peace, justice, and spiritual growth. The parish offers daily Mass, Eucharistic Adoration, and Confession, and is led by Father Emmanuel Alao, Administrator, with Rebecca Romero as Parish Secretary/Bookkeeper. The parish also operates the El Convento Inn, a historic lodging destination.
- Established
- 1881
- Rector
- Father Emmanuel Alao
Why belong here
Join a community that lives in peace, works for justice, defends life, and proclaims God’s truth. Through worship, holistic formation, and service, parishioners grow in holiness and are invited to contribute their time, talents, and treasure to the mission. The parish offers a welcoming, faith-filled environment rooted in generations of Catholic tradition and service.