The Parish Council: This is the primary directive and visionary body of the Assumption of the BVM Parish. The council provides a voice for parishioners and sets parish goals with the pastor through meetings, typically on the third Thursday, every other month, or as needed. Please contact:

Matt Cunningham, matt@vetoutletnm.com.

Lectors: Volunteers should be parishioners with the ability to speak out clearly and proclaim the readings during the Liturgy of the Word; one must also be sixteen years old or older. Training is required and provided. If you are interested, please contact:

the church office, assumptionbvm@hotmail.com or 575-622-9895.

Altar Servers:  Being an altar server is a great way for a young person to participate actively in the Mass, take a leadership role in the church, and serve the parish and the priest. The ministry of altar serving gives our youth a way to increase their faith, their knowledge of the Mass and the Eucharist, and their understanding of what it means to be a Catholic. The altar servers in our parish find great satisfaction in being part of the Mass, and they find deeper meaning in serving God and the church. If you are interested in learning more about being an altar server, contact:

Evelyn Kresyman or the Assumption Church office (assumptionbvm@hotmail.com or 575-622-9895).

Altar & Rosary Society: The Confraternity of the Most Holy Rosary is known by this name throughout the world. In the United States, however, local chapters of the Confraternity were often established in parishes under the name “Rosary Altar Society” or “Rosary & Altar Society” or other similar names. Although the names varied, these parish Rosary societies were almost always chartered formally by the Confraternity. In our parish, the society is not limited to women. If you are interested in becoming a member, please contact:

Elizabeth Pritchard, eamichael01@gmail.com.

Food For Funerals: The Food For Funerals group raises funds for and helps to host funeral receptions in our hall. At this time, they serve light refreshments such as cheese and vegetable trays and beverages but are also ready to help serve catered or potluck-style receptions. If you would like to help the FFF group, you can donate money in the box near the south end of the church, or contact:

Marty Garcia, marty.garcia1105@gmail.com. 

Assumption Sanctity of Life Ministry: This ministry promotes and defends the sanctity of life from conception until death according to the teachings of the Catholic Church through prayer, service, and education. The ASLM leads, coordinates, and participates in various activities, including fundraising efforts for the local Pregnancy Resource Center, which provides alternatives to pregnant women in distress. Additionally, the ASLM strives to educate the faithful on church teaching concerning marriage and family. For more information, please contact the group leader:

Mignon Simitz, migaitz@gmail.com.

Music/Choir: The choir is a vital aspect of music ministry whose primary purpose is to enhance worship. All parishioners with an interest in singing are welcome to join the choir. The choir has weekly rehearsals. If you like to sing and would like to join, please contact the music director: 

Mark Salas, 575-244-4118.

Assumption Youth Group: The Assumption Youth Group, for ages 10 to 17, meets each Sunday from 6:30 to 8:30 PM in the parish hall for Bible lessons, games, and activities. Come join us! Please contact:

Mark Salas, 575-244-4118.

St. Mary’s Craft and Stitching Group:

This group meets twice a month to work on projects for the annual Christmas Bazaar. They invite all people who want to help, even if they’re not crafty. For more information, contact: 

Rosella Romero (please call the parish office for more info).

Men of the Cross: The purpose of the ministry is to assist men in strengthening their relationship with God and in better understanding their role as men in the church, their families, and the community. To learn more about the group, please contact:

Steve Duran, steveduran@hotmail.com.

Knights of Columbus: The Knights of Columbus are Catholic gentlemen committed to the exemplification of charity, unity, fraternity, and patriotism. Being a Knight involves a commitment to our parish community and our families. They welcome men eighteen years old and older. Assumption of the BVM Council 3030 and Assembly 1625 meet monthly. For more information, contact Grand Knight: 

Larry Longo, 575-973-7847.

Catholic Daughters: Formed in 1903, the Catholic Daughters of the Americas (CDA) is one of the oldest and largest organizations of Catholic women in the Americas. Members donate to charities, administer scholarship programs, and strive “to be helping hands where there is pain, poverty, sorrow or sickness.” They embrace the principle of faith working through love in the promotion of justice, equality, and the advancement of human rights and human dignity for all. Their motto is “Unity and Charity.” For more information, contact the leader:

Mary Ann Delgado, mynursie8@gmail.com.

Boy Scouts: Contact:

Bobby Arnett, bobby@dfn.com. 

Girl Scouts: Contact:

Cheryl Martinez, cdmart59@gmail.com.

Cub Scouts: Contact:

Patrick Smith, Patrick.Smith@scouting.org.