About St. Viator Catholic Community · Las Vegas, Nevada
St. Viator Catholic Community is a Viatorian parish in Las Vegas, Nevada, founded in 1954 and located at the corner of Flamingo Road and Eastern Avenue. The parish is staffed by the Clerics of St. Viator (C.S.V.) and serves a diverse community of parishioners drawn from across the United States and beyond. It is home to St. Viator Parish School, a long-running Catholic elementary school, and offers a full program of weekend and weekday Masses, faith formation, youth ministry, and sacramental preparation. The parish belongs to the Archdiocese of Las Vegas and is one of the most established Viatorian ministries in Southern Nevada, now in its seventh decade.
- Established
- 1954
- Patron
- St. Viator
- Rector
- Fr. Edgar Suárez, C.S.V. (named pastor in late 2024; Fr. Daniel Belanger, C.S.V., was appointed pastor effective July 1, 2026 per Archdiocese of Las Vegas 2026 assignments)
- Diocese
- Archdiocese of Las Vegas
Why belong here
St. Viator is a long-established Viatorian parish where parishioners come from all over the United States and beyond, united by a shared faith in Jesus Christ. The parish offers daily and weekend Masses in the main church and chapel, a Saturday Vigil, faith formation for children and youth, Confirmation preparation, and a vibrant parish school recognized nationally for Excellence in Education. With active ministries for youth, music, marriage and baptism preparation, and outreach, St. Viator invites Catholics in the Las Vegas area to belong, serve, and grow together.
Mass times at St. Viator Catholic Community
Weekly Mass schedule
Confession times
- Saturday 2:45 PM – 3:30 PM (in the Chapel)
Adoration times
- Holy Hour (listed by the Archdiocese of Las Vegas Parish Finder for St. Viator)
About St. Viator Catholic Community
St. Viator Catholic Community was founded in 1954 and sits at the corner of Flamingo Road and Eastern Avenue in Las Vegas, Nevada. The parish is staffed by the Clerics of St. Viator (C.S.V.) and serves a diverse community of parishioners drawn from across the United States and beyond. The parish's stated mission is to proclaim the Good News, build Christian community, and serve the people of God through the Catholic faith lived, deepened, and celebrated in the presence of the risen Lord. We, the people of St. Viator Catholic Community, recognize that we are Christian-Catholic people, called by God, to share in the mission of Jesus Christ.
- Founded 1954
- Located at Flamingo Road and Eastern Avenue
- Staffed by the Clerics of St. Viator (C.S.V.)
- Part of the Archdiocese of Las Vegas
- 2461 E. Flamingo Road, Las Vegas, NV 89121
Parish History
The Viatorians came to Las Vegas in 1954 at Bishop Robert Dwyer's invitation to run the new Bishop Gorman High School and to staff their own parish, St. Viator. Founding pastor Fr. Thomas Fitzpatrick, C.S.V., celebrated the first public Mass on October 21, 1954 — the feast of St. Viator — in a bank at Charleston Boulevard and Maryland Parkway. After temporary quarters in a Dominican sisters' chapel and Carpenters' Hall, the parish built a church at St. Louis and Eastern in 1955, but had to tear it down 18 months later because the former city-dump site could not support the structures. The parish returned to a storefront on Charleston Boulevard while waiting for a permanent home.
- 1954: Founding pastor Fr. Thomas Fitzpatrick, C.S.V., celebrates first public Mass on Oct. 21 in a bank at Charleston & Maryland Pkwy
- 1955: Church and rectory built at St. Louis & Eastern; first Mass Christmas Eve
- Late 1950s: Buildings razed due to unstable terrain (former city dump)
- 1963: 15 acres acquired near Flamingo & Eastern from Bureau of Land Management
- 1965: Rectory ready; multi-purpose hall used for Mass
- 1966: Parish school opens with 140 students in four grades, staffed by Religious of the Virgin Mary sisters
- 1977 (Nov 19): First Mass in new church; formally dedicated January 8, 1978 by Bishop Norman McFarland
- 1986: Parish school recognized nationally for Excellence in Education
- 1990s: 3,700 registered families
- 1995 (Sept 2): First Mass in the expanded current church; dedicated October 22, 1995 by Bishop Daniel Walsh
- Late 2024: Fr. Edgar Suárez, C.S.V., named new pastor, succeeding Fr. Richard Rinn, C.S.V.
The Viatorian Connection
St. Viator is a ministry of the Clerics of St. Viator (C.S.V.), a religious congregation whose charism of Catholic education has shaped the parish from day one. Viatorian priests staff the parish, teach in the school, and administer sacraments. Their presence in Southern Nevada now spans more than 70 years, beginning with Bishop Gorman High School in 1954. Fr. Edgar Suárez, C.S.V., the current pastor, brings over 20 years of parish ministry experience and a particular commitment to welcoming Spanish-speaking parishioners.
- Parish administered by Clerics of St. Viator (C.S.V.)
- Viatorian presence in Las Vegas since 1954
- Founded alongside Bishop Gorman High School
- Fr. Edgar Suárez, C.S.V. — current pastor (named late 2024)
- Fr. Daniel Belanger, C.S.V. — Parochial Vicar (appointed Pastor effective July 1, 2026)
- Fr. Tom von Behren, C.S.V. — Administrator (per parish contact page)
- Fr. Richard Rinn, C.S.V. — Pastor for ~25 years prior
Faith Formation & Religious Education
Faith formation at St. Viator is described as a major part of the parish's mission, providing opportunities for spiritual growth and enrichment for young people of all ages and their parents. The Children's Faith Formation Program supports parents as the primary religious educators of their children, with classes meeting on Sundays from September through April for students in 1st through 5th Grade and 6th through 9th Grade. Sacramental preparation for First Eucharist and First Reconciliation is woven into these classes. RCIA Adapted for Children is an age-appropriate class where children join their grade group; the sacraments are conferred when the child is ready, with two parent meetings held during the year.
- Children's Faith Formation Classes (Grades 1–5 and 6–9)
- Sacramental Preparation for First Eucharist and First Reconciliation
- RCIA Adapted for Children
- Sunday classes from September to April
Youth Ministry & Confirmation
The parish's Youth Ministry Program became widely recognized throughout Southern Nevada during the 1990s and remains a central part of parish life today. Confirmation is celebrated as a sacrament that seals the confirmandi with the power of the Holy Spirit. High school freshmen begin by doing community service and attending youth ministry activities starting in September, then move into confirmation sessions that run from September to April. In the spring, candidates spend a day together on retreat in preparation for the celebration of the sacrament.
- Youth Ministry Program
- Confirmation preparation for High School freshmen
- Community service and youth ministry activities begin in September
- Confirmation sessions September–April
- Spring day-long Confirmation retreat
St. Viator Parish School
St. Viator Parish School has been committed for 50+ years to providing a quality Catholic education where the gospel message of Jesus Christ is lived, learned, and shared in a warm, safe learning environment. The school is accredited by the Western Catholic Educational Association (WCEA) and follows curriculum guidelines from 'Teaching for the 21st Century,' the graded course of study developed by the Archdiocese of Cincinnati and adopted by the Department of Education of the Diocese of Las Vegas. In October 1986, the school was recognized nationally for Excellence in Education.
- St. Viator Parish School, 4246 Eastern Avenue, Las Vegas, NV 89119
- Phone: (702) 732-4477; Fax: (702) 732-4418
- Accredited by Western Catholic Educational Association (WCEA)
- Principal: Katie Kiss; Vice Principal: Paul Mertzman
- Recognized nationally for Excellence in Education (October 1986)
Campus Ministry at the School
St. Viator Catholic School is the first school in the Archdiocese of Las Vegas to have a dedicated campus ministry and retreat program for junior high students, run under the direction of Mrs. Jamie Reyburn in cooperation with junior high teachers, faculty, and parents. Each junior high grade level has a designated week each month from September to May for a retreat during school hours, held in the Parish Center. Students also participate in community service projects throughout the year. The school offers grade-level liturgies held weekly, the Sacrament of Reconciliation during Advent and Lent, an altar server program, drama ministry, children's choir, weekly lunches prepared for the homeless by homeroom, Mission Boxes at Easter, May Crowning Ceremony, and First Holy Communion preparation.
- Junior High Campus Ministry / Retreat Program
- Grade-level weekly liturgies
- Sacrament of Reconciliation during Advent and Lent
- Altar Server Program
- Drama Ministry
- Children's Choir
- Weekly lunches prepared for the homeless by homeroom
- Mission Boxes at Easter, May Crowning Ceremony
- First Holy Communion preparation
Parish Staff & Contacts
The parish office at 702-733-8323 is staffed by a team including a business manager, bookkeeper, parish secretary, baptism and safe environment coordinator, marriage coordinator, youth faith formation coordinator, director of music, and pastoral associate. The parish school office can be reached at 702-732-4477. Contributions may be mailed to 2461 E. Flamingo Rd., Las Vegas, NV 89121, or arranged electronically through the business manager.
- Parish Office: 702-733-8323; Fax: 702-733-8154
- School Office: 702-732-4477
- Business Manager: Terry Campbell (ext. 308 for electronic giving)
- Bookkeeper: Ann Bosque
- Parish Secretary: Kamila Donati
- Baptism & Safe Environment Coordinator: Jamie Reyburn
- Marriage Coordinator: Beth Schill
- Youth Faith Formation Coordinator: Rosy Hartz
- Director of Music: Ledda Rosenberger
- Pastoral Associate: Bob Blaskey
Sacraments & Devotions
St. Viator prepares parishioners for the sacraments of Baptism, First Eucharist, First Reconciliation, Confirmation, and Marriage. Baptism is coordinated by Jamie Reyburn; marriage preparation is coordinated by Beth Schill. First sacraments are received through the Children's Faith Formation Program, and Confirmation is celebrated after a two-year preparation starting in the freshman year of high school. The Sacrament of Reconciliation is offered every Saturday afternoon in the Chapel from 2:45 to 3:30 PM, and a Holy Hour is listed by the Archdiocese of Las Vegas.
- Baptism preparation
- First Eucharist and First Reconciliation preparation
- Confirmation preparation
- Marriage preparation
- Sacrament of Reconciliation: Saturdays 2:45–3:30 PM (Chapel)
- Holy Hour
Getting Involved
The parish welcomes new members and regularly invites parishioners to share their time and talents. Catechists and aides are always needed to assist with faith formation programs, and the Junior High Campus Ministry program relies on parent volunteers. Inquiries about any ministry or organization can be directed to the parish office at 702-733-8323 or by email at [email protected]. Knights of Columbus Council #8282 is associated with the parish, and the school offers extracurriculars including campus ministry, sports, clubs, and music.
- Volunteer catechists and aides for faith formation
- Junior High Campus Ministry retreat volunteers
- Knights of Columbus Council #8282
- Music and choir programs
- School extracurriculars: sports, clubs, music
- Contact: 702-733-8323 or [email protected]
Visit & Contact
St. Viator Catholic Community is located at 2461 E. Flamingo Road, Las Vegas, NV 89121, at the corner of Flamingo Road and Eastern Avenue. The parish office can be reached by phone at 702-733-8323 (fax 702-733-8154) or by email at [email protected]. The parish maintains a presence on Facebook and posts a weekly bulletin online. The school address is 4246 Eastern Avenue, Las Vegas, NV 89119.
- Parish: 2461 E. Flamingo Road, Las Vegas, NV 89121
- Phone: 702-733-8323 | Fax: 702-733-8154
- Email: [email protected]
- School: 4246 Eastern Avenue, Las Vegas, NV 89119 (702-732-4477)
- Website: www.stviator.org
- Facebook: search 'St. Viator LV'
Pastors & rectors through the years
- Fr. Thomas Fitzpatrick, C.S.V.1954–
Founding pastor of St. Viator Parish; said first public Mass on October 21, 1954 (feast of St. Viator) in a bank at Charleston Blvd. and Maryland Parkway.