About St. Elizabeth · Snyder, Texas
St. Elizabeth is a Roman Catholic parish in Snyder, Texas, serving the Catholic faithful of Scurry County in West Texas. Established in 1952, it is a parish of the Diocese of Lubbock and welcomes roughly 120–133 worshippers to Mass each week. The parish is currently led by two HGN (Heralds of Good News) priests serving as pastor and parochial vicar, supported by two deacons, a parish secretary, and lay leaders running the parish council, youth ministry, and OCIA (Order of Christian Initiation of Adults).
- Established
- 1952
- Rector
- Very Rev. Albert Joseph Devanesan, HGN
- Diocese
- Diocese of Lubbock
Why belong here
St. Elizabeth is a close-knit Catholic parish in Snyder where families can attend Sunday Mass, receive the Eucharist, and grow in faith together. Parishioners benefit from weekly adoration on Friday mornings and a dedicated OCIA (RCIA) program for those discerning becoming Catholic, plus active youth ministry and a parish council rooted in lay leadership. Two priests and two deacons serve the community, supported by caring staff who keep the parish office open weekday mornings.
Mass times at St. Elizabeth
Weekly Mass schedule
Confession times
- Sunday 8:30 am – 8:50 am (before 9:00 am Mass)
- Appointments available — contact the parish office
Adoration times
- Friday 9:00 am
- 1st Wednesday 7:00 pm
Welcome to St. Elizabeth Parish
St. Elizabeth is a Roman Catholic parish in Snyder, Texas, established in 1952 and part of the Diocese of Lubbock. The parish invites Catholic families of Scurry County to celebrate Sunday Mass together, with weekday Mass, scheduled Eucharistic Adoration, and the sacraments of Reconciliation and Christian Initiation available year-round. The parish office at 3005 Avenue A is open Monday through Friday, 9:00 am to 1:00 pm.
- Mass times: Sunday 9:00 am; Wednesday 6:30 pm; Saturday 8:30 am
- Adoration: Fridays 9:00 am and 1st Wednesday 7:00 pm
- Office: 3005 Avenue A, Snyder, TX 79549 — (325) 573-8824
Our Priests & Deacons
St. Elizabeth is currently served by two priests, both members of the Heralds of Good News (HGN) religious congregation, who were assigned to the parish effective July 1, 2025. They are assisted by two permanent deacons and a parish secretary.
- Pastor — Very Rev. Albert Joseph Devanesan, HGN (assigned July 1, 2025)
- Parochial Vicar — Rev. Sahaya Gnana Breeth "Kumar" Gnanamuthu, HGN (assigned July 1, 2025)
- Deacon John Bane
- Deacon Jose Torres
- Parish Secretary — Mary Davis
Faith Formation & OCIA
Adults interested in becoming Catholic or completing their initiation sacraments are welcomed into the Order of Christian Initiation of Adults (OCIA), the new title for the traditional RCIA process. Deacon John Bane coordinates OCIA at St. Elizabeth. The parish also supports a youth ministry led by Teresa Ornelas.
- OCIA (RCIA) — Deacon John Bane
- Youth Ministry / Youth Director — Teresa Ornelas
Parish Life & Ministries
Parish life at St. Elizabeth is shaped by an active Parish Council and lay-led ministries that reach beyond the parish walls. Volunteer engagement through council and parish groups supports governance, youth outreach, and family-centered apostolates.
- Parish Council Liaison (PCL) — Chris Bane
- We Fight For Family (WFFF) — Chris Bane
- Young Life (YL) — Chris Bane
Diocese of Lubbock & Catholic Scurry County
St. Elizabeth is one of the parishes of the Catholic Diocese of Lubbock, which covers the South Plains of West Texas. According to diocesan data, Scurry County is home to roughly 2,701 Catholics who are served primarily by St. Elizabeth. The diocese publishes the parish's contact information, schedule, and staff assignments on catholiclubbock.org.
- Diocese: Catholic Diocese of Lubbock
- County: Scurry County, Texas
- Catholic population served: ~2,701
Visit & Contact
Visitors and parishioners can reach the parish office by phone or e-mail during weekday office hours, or visit in person at the parish address on Avenue A in Snyder, Texas.
- Address: 3005 Avenue A, Snyder, TX 79549
- Phone: (325) 573-8824
- Email: [email protected]
- Office hours: Monday – Friday, 9:00 am – 1:00 pm