About St. Catherine Mission · Melrose, New Mexico
St. Catherine’s Mission in Melrose, New Mexico, is a Catholic parish under the Archdiocese of Santa Fe, offering Mass, confession, and adoration services in both English and Spanish. It serves the local community with a focus on faith formation, sacraments, and parish life, welcoming all who seek God’s presence through worship, study, and service. The mission is part of Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Clovis, which provides pastoral care and resources to the region.
- Rector
- Reverend Father Franklin Iwuagwu
- Diocese
- Archdiocese of Santa Fe
Why belong here
Join a welcoming community that invites all to encounter God through daily worship, sacraments, and service. The parish offers faith formation for adults and children, Bible studies, and active ministries that foster discipleship and family involvement. Whether you’re seeking spiritual growth or community, you’re invited to participate in the life of the parish.
Mass times at St. Catherine Mission
Weekly Mass schedule
Confession times
- Monday 11:30 AM to 12:00 PM
- Tuesday No Confessions
- Wednesday 11:30 AM to 12:00 PM
- Thursday 5:30 PM to 6:00 PM
- Friday 11:30 AM to 12:00 PM
- Saturday 4:00 PM to 5:30 PM
Adoration times
- Wednesday 12:45 PM – 1:45 PM
- Thursday 6:45 PM – 7:45 PM
- Friday 6:30 AM to 12:00 PM
Our History
The parish’s history is tied to the broader development of Curry County and the city of Clovis, New Mexico. The area’s economy, geography, and cultural identity — described as more Texan than New Mexican — have shaped the parish’s growth and community life. The site notes that the land is high, flat, prairie-like, with little vegetation, and the parish’s development reflects the region’s unique context.
Ministries
- Religious Education
- Adult Faith Formation
- Bible Studies
- Youth Group
- Sacred Heart Men’s Group
Sacraments
- Baptism
- Confirmation
- The Eucharist
- Reconciliation (Confession)
- Holy Orders
- Holy Matrimony
- Anointing of the Sick
- Funerals
- Quinceañeras