Going to church and being the church are two very different things. Attending mass every week is vital, but becoming an active member of the Church is how we reach the Kingdom of God.

Our Church

     We are currently in the planning stages of Parish Development. Parishioners who have a concern within the parish and/or the community and would like to impliment positive changes are encouraged to join. What is Parish Development? Find out more about this community-wide project in our committees page. We have already listed some of the things we want to change with this project, but if you would like to see what the other areas of importance are, review our concerns page. Participation and commitment is the key to our success. If you would like to help us with Parish Development and would like to join any of our groups or ministries, please send us an email or call the office at (915)859-9848. We will attach important information about this project in our parish bulletin at a later time.

Mission

     This historical mission was originally built in 1682 but was later reconstructed after floods of the Rio Grande and a fire destroyed it. This is the oldest, active mission in Texas. Take a look at our busy schedule of on-going parish meetings. Drop in and learn more about Our Lady of Mount Carmel Mission. It is one of three missions in the historical Mission Trial. To find out more about the Socorro Mission or the San Elizario Mission visit the El Paso Mission Trail Association.

Tigua Indians

     The Tigua Indians of Ysleta de Sur are also parishioners of our community. They came to this area in 1680 as refugees of the Pueblo Revolt. Take a closer look at the Tiguas and learn more about them. Saint Anthony of Padua is the patron saint of the Tiguas. Drop in and learn more about him.

Novena-O.L. of Mount Carmel

     Learn the novena of Our Lady of Mount Carmel. You can also get answers to your questions about the brown scapular here.

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