About St. Mary of the Angels · Pinetop, Arizona
St. Mary of the Angels in Pinetop, Arizona, is a vibrant Catholic parish established in 1974 with a log church, now expanded into a beautiful complex including a grotto, St. Joseph Family Center, and Angels Rest Columbarium. Serving over 416 registered parishioners, the parish thrives with active ministries, seasonal Masses in the Family Center, and a strong community presence in the White Mountains. It is rooted in faith, service, and tradition, welcoming new members and supporting spiritual growth through sacraments, education, and outreach.
- Established
- 1974
- Patron
- St. Mary of the Angels
- Rector
- Rev. Peter Short, V.G.
- Diocese
- Diocese of Gallup
Why belong here
Join a parish that offers deep spiritual life through regular Masses, Eucharistic Adoration, and sacraments, while actively serving the community through ministries like RCIA, Knights of Columbus, and the St. Vincent de Paul Society. With a warm, welcoming atmosphere and a strong focus on faith formation and outreach, St. Mary of the Angels invites you to grow in your Catholic faith and become part of a vibrant, supportive family.
Mass times at St. Mary of the Angels
Weekly Mass schedule
Confession times
- Saturday - 4:00 pm
- anytime by appointment
Adoration times
- Sunday - 8:00 am
History
St. Mary of the Angels was dedicated in 1974 with a log church. Over the past fifty years, the parish has grown and transformed, including the construction of a grotto, the St. Joseph Family Center (2002), and the Angels Rest Columbarium (2009). The parish has seen multiple pastors and has expanded its ministries, including RCIA, Knights of Columbus, and a food bank.
Ministries
The parish offers a wide range of ministries and activities, including RCIA, Knights of Columbus, Madonna Guild, Library, Food Bank, Religious Education, Prayer Line, Youth Choir, Adult Choir, Living Rosary, and St. Vincent de Paul Society.
Sacraments
The parish offers Baptism, Marriage, and Funeral Arrangements. Scheduling is done by calling the parish office during business hours.
Staff
The parish is led by Pastor Rev. Peter Short, V.G., with support from Parish Administrator Ms. Margie Zavala, Director of Religious Education Mr. Mike Caruth, and Groundskeeper Mr. Toby Castillo.
Pastors & rectors through the years
- Pastor James Burns1974 – 1981
- Pastor Patrick J. Universal1981 – 1987
- Pastor John Paul Sauter1988 – 1991
- Pastor William F. Day1991 – 1994
- Pastor Thomas R. Coleman1994-1995
- Pastor Oliver Curran1995-2004
- Pastor Daniel Daley2004-2025
- Pastor Peter Short, V.G.November 2025 - Present