We welcome you to the webpage of Our Lady of the Cross Chapter of Magnificat in Las Cruces, New Mexico. These are exciting times that we live in and Magnificat was begun in 1981 for such a time as this. There are now over 100 Chapters throughout the United States and its territories and in many foreign countries.
Magnificat Prayer Breakfast
Hosted by Our Lady of the Cross Chapter
Saturday, October 28, 2023
9:00 a.m. to 11:30 p.m.
Doors open at 8:45 a.m.
Location:
The Farm and Ranch Museum
4100 Dripping Springs Road
Las Cruces, NM 88011
Next Guest Speaker: Marilyn Kerschen
Several past Speaker jump drive’s are available for purchase after the meal.
Since the day is designed to speak to the hearts of women, free of distractions, it is respectfully requested that young children under the age of 14 not be in attendance.
Tickets & Reservations
On sale September 29th- October 19th, 2023
Tickets must be purchased in advance due to the requirements of the caterer. No tickets will be sold at the door.
TICKETS ARE AVAILABLE:
E-Mail: magnificatlascruces@gmail.com
Mail: Tickets by mail are $24.00 per person.
RESERVATION FORM:
Please use this form for Mail-In Reservations ONLY. Complete the form below (include the names and phone numbers of other ticket holders in your group). Reservations CANNOT be accepted after ten days before the meal.
Send check payable to Magnificat, postmarked by 10 days before the meal to:
Magnificat
PO Box 1387
Mesilla, NM 88046
Tickets for priests, deacons, religious brothers and sisters are complimentary.
Tickets are available for purchase at Immaculate Heart of Mary Cathedral, Holy Cross, San Albino, St. Genevieve and St. Albert the Great parish offices.
For an accurate head count, complimentary tickets must be reserved.
The Lady of the Cross email is: magnificatlascruces@gmail.com
If you are unable to afford a ticket but want to attend the meal, please call IHM and arrangements will be made for a ticket to be sent to you.
Upcoming Meals for Our Chapter — 2023-24
October 28, 2023 – Breakfast; Speaker: Marilyn Kerschen
January 27, 2024- Breakfast; Speaker: Fr. Francis Gyau
April 27, 2024- Breakfast; Speaker: Sr. Mavis Champagne
July 27, 2024- Breakfast; Speaker: Mary Trevino
Rosary Blanket of Prayer
Remember our chapter’s commitment to Eucharistic Adoration and to pray the Rosary on the 16th of each month for the intentions of Magnificat, Sanctity of Life, Marriage and Family, and World Peace.
Our Prayer Groups
Service Team Members
Denise Anderson, Coordinator
Maria Martinez, Assistant Coordinator
Theresa Daviet, Treasurer
Lucy Rathgerber, Secretary
Emily Paredes-Maurer, Historian
Spiritual Advisor: Reverend Father Alejandro Reyes
If you would like to help with a Ministry of Magnificat, or if you have a question or comment for our Service Team, or if you would like to be on our Mailing list for future events, please contact us at magnificatlascruces@gmail.com
History of Our Lady of the Cross Chapter of Magnificat
The Las Cruces, New Mexico Lady of the Cross Chapter was organized in 2006 by Olivia McDonald. With the guidance of our Blessed Mother, she saw the potential of the chapter Through her planning and hard work, she saw her vision through to its completion. She became our first Chapter Coordinator and continued in that role for many years.
Last Updated on September 5, 2023.
