Frequently Asked Questions

When You Visit

FAQ's

When are services?

Weekend Masses

Saturday Vigil:  4:00 p.m.

Sunday:  9:00 a.m. & 11:00 a.m.

Weekday Masses

Monday, Wednesday, & Friday: 8:30 a.m.

Tuesday & Thursday:  5:30 p.m.

When is confession?

Saturday: 3:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.

When is the Church Open?

7 a.m. - 4 p.m. daily

What should I wear?

We want you to feel comfortable. After all, we are thrilled that you're joining us and want you to focus more on the Mass than what you wear. It's not uncommon to see people wearing sandals, shorts, and a shirt in the summertime. Others prefer to put on their "Sunday best," and that's fine too! However, we do request that shorts be of a conservative length (no “short-shorts”) and that, in general, clothing be respectable and conservative.

How do I get to Sacred Heart Catholic Church?

Our parish is located at 414 N Allen Ave, Farmington, NM 87401. Here is a map.

Where are the Rectory Offices?

Our Parish offices are located on the North side of the property. It is the first building as you enter the parking lot off of Allen Avenue which looks like a house.

Where should I park?

You are welcome to park in our lot or in front of the Church on Allen Avenue. There is overflow parking on the corner of Orchard & Apache Avenue.

I’m not Catholic; how do I know when to sit, stand, and kneel?

There’s no need to be self-conscious about the postures and responses used during worship. Most visitors just follow the lead of our parishioners. However, we do have worship aids located in each pew that provide you with the order of the Mass, the postures, and the words of each prayer. If you don't see a worship aid in your pew, ask an usher, and they will be happy to bring you one.

I’m not Catholic; is it okay for me to participate in communion?

Communion, or the Holy Eucharist, is the most intimate expression of our Faith. Catholics believe that the host is literally the Body of Christ, transformed from bread by the priest during the words of consecration. Most evangelicals think of Communion as symbolic, so it makes sense that they are not as strict about having the right relationship with it as Catholics and Orthodox Christians, who believe it is a sacrament and the actual presence of Christ. So, if you are not Catholic, we ask that you not receive communion. However, those not receiving the Body of Christ and the Precious Blood are invited to come forward with their hands crossed over their hearts for a special blessing.

Am I expected to put money into the offering?

If you are visiting with us, we don't expect you to put money into the offering, and you are welcome to just let it pass you by. If you consider our parish your church home, we'd love for you to consider prayerfully giving to our parish on a weekly basis. You can give by check or cash during the service or sign up for online giving here.