Holy Cross Roman Catholic Church

1327 N. Miranda, Las Cruces, NM 88005        Parish Office (575) 523-0167       Fax (575) 523-8023

Holy Cross
Msgr. John Anderson

 
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Mission Statements & Expectations

Mission Statement:

Holy Cross Roman Catholic Church is commited to Handing on the Faith of Jesus Christ by providing opportunities for Growing in Faith, Living in Faith and Sharing our Faith with others.

Values:

Education: that assists God's people in their faith journey
Outreach: that provides material and spiritual help to others
Worship: that provides full participation by the whole community
Ecumenism: that encourages dialogue with other faith communities
Vocation: awareness that supports religious, married, and single members
Careful Stewardship: of our resources - Time, Talent and Treasure
Commitment: to peace and justice issues

What you can expect from us

  1.   Daily prayers for you and your family by the priests and deacons.
  2.   Daily Mass and/or communion available to you seven days a week.
  3.   Mass offered for your intention every Sunday.
  4.   Reconciliation available Saturdays of by appointment.
  5.   Spiritual counseling available.
  6.   Visit to home or hospital by communion ministers weekly.
  7.   Anointing of the sick members of your family at home or hostpital.
  8.   Opportunities for utilizing your time and talents through various ministries.
  9.   Faith formation weekly including scripture, theology, and morality.
  10.   Accounting records of your stewardship and sacrificial giving for tax purposes.

What your parish expects of you

  1.   Regular attendance at Sunday and Holy Day masses.
  2.   Stewardship of your time, talent, and treasure.
  3.   Active participation in programs and classes, which will promote your spiritual growth.
  4.   Outreach to family and friends to invite them to join you in worship and fellowship.
  5.   Support of our various missions and outreach with your prayers and personal involvement.
  6.   Educate yourself in the faith through the various classes offered in scripture and theology.
  7.   Share your faith with your family through Catholic prayers and practices in the home.
  8.   Grow spiritually through prayer and meditation.
  9.   Share your ideas and opinions with the Pastor and his advisors.
  10.   Pray daily for the sick of your family and our parish family.