Indian Mission

On April 1st, the Saturday before Palm Sunday, over 70 pilgrims met at 8am at St. Bartholomew Mission Church in Bayfield, Colorado to kick-start their Holy Week celebrations with a half-day penitential walk to St. Ignatius of Loyola Parish Church in Ignacio.

St. Paul Mission appreciates the funding that comes from Black and Indian Mission's Office to help with priesthood ministry and expenses.

Much joy was seen during the Christmas season around St. Ann’s, especially in homes where the holidays often bring uncertainty.

Our Annual Lunch with the Governors was held on June 30,2022. This gathering brings together the Governors of the twenty Pueblos and Archbishop John C. Wester.

This year, our students competed in the Diocese of Gallup Miracle Fair. Students researched the life and miracles of a selected Saint and learned about the history and tradition of the Church.

Take the usual challenges our parish has always faced, add in the unique challenges of the reservation, and then mix in approximately 2 years of a pandemic. Perseverance is a very fitting word for Our Lady of Lourdes in Poplar.