About Saint Gertrude · Grandfalls, Texas
St. John the Apostle and Evangelist Parish in Monahans, Texas, serves a vibrant community with bilingual Masses in English and Spanish, offering sacraments, religious formation, and pastoral care. The parish is led by Pastor Joe Raj and includes a team of clergy and staff dedicated to spiritual growth and service. It hosts multiple Mass times each day, including weekday and weekend services, and provides opportunities for confession, adoration, and community engagement. The parish also supports livestreaming for those unable to attend in person.
- Patron
- St. John the Apostle and Evangelist
- Rector
- Joe Raj
Why belong here
Join a welcoming community that offers Mass in both English and Spanish, sacramental support, and active ministries. The parish provides religious formation for all ages, opportunities to serve, and a strong emphasis on spiritual growth through prayer, confession, and fellowship. Whether you’re new or longtime, you’ll find warmth, structure, and a commitment to living out the Gospel.
Mass times at Saint Gertrude
Weekly Mass schedule
Confession times
- Monday through Friday by appointment only
- Saturdays 3pm-4pm
Sacraments
A sacrament is an outward sign established by Jesus Christ to confer inward grace. In more basic terms, it is a rite that is performed to convey God’s grace to the recipient, through the power of the Holy Spirit.
- Baptism: The gateway to life in the Spirit, freeing us from sin and incorporating us into the Church.
- Reconciliation: The unique sacrament of mercy, offering forgiveness and reconciliation with God and the Church.
Our Staff
The parish is led by Pastor Joe Raj and includes a team of clergy and staff dedicated to pastoral care and community service.
- Pastor Joe Raj
- Rev. Ruben Gomez
- Deacon Luis Villareal
- Deacon Lorena Rodriquez
- PCL Criselda Armenta
- Secretary/Bookkeeper Elfie Calzada
- Receptionist Gloria Hernandez
- Janitorial Gloria Aker