About St. Piux X · O'Donnell, Texas
St. Pius X Parish in O'Donnell, Texas, serves a small Catholic community of 1,401 in Cochran County. Established in 1959, the parish offers Mass in English and devotional services, with a current pastor assigned as of July 1, 2026. The parish is part of the Diocese of Lubbock, which covers 25 counties in West Texas. It maintains a modest staff and relies on local parishioners for ministry support and stewardship.
- Established
- 1959
- Patron
- St. Pius X
- Rector
- Very Rev. George Poonely, VF
- Diocese
- Diocese of Lubbock
Why belong here
Join a small, close-knit Catholic community rooted in tradition and service. Participate in weekly Mass, devotional hours, and parish ministries that support faith formation, family life, and outreach. The parish offers a welcoming environment for all ages, with opportunities to serve and grow in your Catholic vocation.
Mass times at St. Piux X
Weekly Mass schedule
Confession times
- appointments available
Adoration times
- 7:30 am Sunday
About
St. Pius X Parish in O'Donnell, Texas, serves a small Catholic community of 1,401 in Cochran County. Established in 1959, the parish offers Mass in English and devotional services, with a current pastor assigned as of July 1, 2026. The parish is part of the Diocese of Lubbock, which covers 25 counties in West Texas. It maintains a modest staff and relies on local parishioners for ministry support and stewardship.
Ministries
- Catechesis
- RCIA
- Family Life
- Campus Ministry
- Vocations Office
- Jail Ministry
Mass & Services
Mass is celebrated Sunday at 8:00 am in English. Confessions are by appointment. Devotional services are held Sunday at 7:30 am.
Diocese
The Diocese of Lubbock, established in 1983, encompasses 25 counties in West Texas and serves over 136,000 Catholics across 60 parishes. St. Pius X is one of those parishes, part of a larger network of ministries and pastoral care.
Pastors & rectors through the years
- Very Rev. George Poonely, VFJuly 1, 2026