About Sacred Heart · Valentine, Texas
St. Mary Catholic Church in Marfa, Texas, is a parish within the Diocese of El Paso serving over 100 families. The church has a rich history dating back to 1875 as Our Lady of Guadalupe Mission and was consolidated with Sacred Heart Church in 1959. It offers Masses in English and Spanish, along with various ministries and sacraments.
- Established
- 1875
- Diocese
- Diocese of El Paso
Why belong here
The parish offers ministries such as Catholic Daughters of the Americas, altar servers, and sacramental preparation classes. Community activities include Masses in English and Spanish, adoration, reconciliation, and school programs for children.
Mass times at Sacred Heart
Weekly Mass schedule
Confession times
- Saturday 4 P.M. - 5 P.M.
Adoration times
- Last Tuesday of the Month 5:30 P.M.
History
The history of St. Mary Parish dates to 1875 when Our Lady of Guadalupe Mission was established in Marfa in a small building west of the present town limits.
- Construction began in 1889 but was delayed due to funding issues; services were held on the second floor of a blacksmith shop until completion.
- In 1900, it became a parish under Father Frank Maas.
- Sacred Heart Church was built in 1913 to serve soldiers at Camp Marfa.
- Both churches consolidated in 1959.
Ministries
Catholic Daughters of the Americas and Parish Ministry Heads are listed with contact information for various roles.
- Parish Council President: Veronica Campbell
- Altar servers: Baptism & Marriage Preparation: Ann Dunlap
- First Communion: Virginia Platt
- Confirmation: Rosie Garcia