About Sacred Heart · Clovis, New Mexico
Sacred Heart Catholic Church is a parish in Clovis, New Mexico, located in the far eastern plains of the state within the Metropolitan Archdiocese of Santa Fe. The parish describes itself as a 'beloved little parish' where members encounter God in the sacraments, worship, community, study, and service. Sacred Heart serves a bilingual community with Mass celebrated in both English and Spanish, and it oversees the mission Church of St. Catherine in nearby Melrose.
- Established
- 1946
- Patron
- Sacred Heart of Jesus
- Rector
- Reverend Father Franklin Iwuagwu
- Diocese
- Metropolitan Archdiocese of Santa Fe
Why belong here
Sacred Heart offers a warm, bilingual Catholic home in eastern New Mexico with daily and weekend Masses in both English and Spanish, daily confession opportunities, and weekly Eucharistic Adoration. Parishioners can grow through Religious Education for children, Youth Ministry for grades 6–12, the RCIA process for adults, Adult Faith Formation classes, and Bible studies, while serving the wider community through groups such as the Sacred Heart Men's Group. As the parish puts it, members find God 'awaiting you with love' in a small, close-knit community that takes seriously worship, study, and service.
Mass times at Sacred Heart
Weekly Mass schedule
Confession times
- Monday / Lunes: 11:30 AM to 12:00 PM
- Tuesday / Martes: No Confessions / No Confesiones
- Wednesday / Miércoles: 11:30 AM to 12:00 PM
- Thursday / Jueves: 5:30 PM to 6:00 PM
- Friday / Viernes: 11:30 AM to 12:00 PM
- Saturday / Sábado: 4:00 PM to 5:30 PM
Adoration times
- Wednesday / Miércoles: 12:45 PM – 1:45 PM
- Thursday / Jueves: 6:45 PM – 7:45 PM
- Friday / Viernes: 6:30 AM to 12:00 PM
Welcome to Sacred Heart
Sacred Heart Catholic Church is a parish in Clovis, New Mexico, situated on the far eastern plains of the state within the Metropolitan Archdiocese of Santa Fe. The parish welcomes visitors with the message: 'If you're looking for God, we hope you find Him awaiting you with love in our beloved little parish.' Members encounter Christ in the sacraments and through worship, community, study, and service. The parish reaches the wider region through its bilingual Mass schedule and through its mission church, St. Catherine's in Melrose.
Our History
Sacred Heart's history is intertwined with the development of Curry County and the city of Clovis. The parish notes that Clovis sits on high, flat, almost treeless prairie land with no woods, lakes, or rivers — 'almost more Texan in culture, economy and growth than we are New Mexican.' Federal records list the parish (as Sacred Heart Catholic Community) with a ruling date of March 1946, marking its formal establishment as a religious corporation. Over the decades it has grown with the city and now extends pastoral care to surrounding rural areas through its mission at Melrose.
Clergy & Staff
The parish is led by Reverend Father Franklin Iwuagwu and supported by four deacons and parish staff. The team oversees worship, faith formation, and the day-to-day running of the parish.
- Reverend Father Franklin Iwuagwu — Pastor
- Reverend Mr. Juan A. Rodriguez — Deacon
- Reverend Mr. Michael Rowley — Deacon
- Reverend Mr. Eric Nelson — Deacon
- Reverend Mr. Francisco Rodriguez — Deacon
- Lora Rodriguez — Director of Religious Education
- Mark Sanchez — Facilities Manager
Faith Formation & Religious Education
Faith formation is a central ministry of Sacred Heart, grounded in the conviction — quoting St. John Paul II — that bringing children up in the faith is 'a work of prime importance.' The parish offers year-round programs for children, youth, and adults, with all teachers and aides serving as volunteers.
- Religious Education for Grades K-5 (with Sacramental Preparation for First Reconciliation and First Holy Communion)
- Youth Ministry for Grades 6-12: Praise & Worship, Scripture, meditation, lessons applying Scripture to daily life, retreats
- Confirmation Preparation: two-year program for students in grades 8-12
- RCIA (Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults)
- Adult Faith Formation (Wednesday evenings, English and Spanish rotating)
- Bible Studies
Adult Faith Formation
Adult Faith Formation is held on Wednesdays in the church and is open to everyone. Attendance is mandatory — four classes per year — for parents whose children are enrolled in 2nd grade, 3rd grade, Sacramental Prep I & II, Confirmation I & II, or RCIC. Classes rotate between English and Spanish throughout the formation year (November through March).
- English Classes: November (6:00 PM), February, March (6:00 PM)
- Clases en Español: December, January
- Breaks observed for Thanksgiving, Christmas, and Ash Wednesday
Sacred Heart Men's Group
The Sacred Heart Men's Group is featured on the parish's home page and calendar as a regular gathering for the men of the parish.
Sacred Heart School
Sacred Heart School is referenced repeatedly throughout the parish events calendar, indicating it is an active part of parish life with regular events held on its campus (often in 'Room One').
Missions & Outreach
Beyond its main campus at 921 N Merriwether St in Clovis, Sacred Heart ministers to a wider area through its mission Church of St. Catherine in Melrose. The parish also publishes bulletins, event calendars, and 'Promise to Protect' safe-environment resources online, and offers online giving for stewardship.
- Church of St. Catherine — Melrose (Sunday Mass 1:00 PM)
- Online giving via parish website
- Promise to Protect (safe-environment) reporting link
- Anonymous abuse-reporting link
- Independent audit link
Visit & Contact
Parishioners and visitors can reach Sacred Heart by phone during office hours (9:00 AM–5:00 PM Monday–Friday, closed 1:00–2:00 PM for lunch) or visit in person at 921 N Merriwether St, six blocks north of Grand Avenue at the corner of N. Merriwether and W. 9 Streets.
- Address: 921 N Merriwether St, Clovis, NM 88101
- Phone: (575) 763-6947
- Website: sacredheartclovis.com
- Jurisdiction: Metropolitan Archdiocese of Santa Fe