Blue Mass

Archbishop John C. Wester to Celebrate

The 16th Annual Blue Mass – Honoring All First Responders 

September 25, 2025 | Noon

Queen of Heaven Catholic Church
5300 Claremont Ave. NE, ABQ  87110

Live-stream link.
Worship aid to come.

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A special thanks to our sponsor

Most Reverend John C. Wester, Archbishop of Santa Fe, will celebrate the Blue Mass, a blessing for all first responders in New Mexico: police officers, sheriff deputies, firefighters, military, emergency medical personnel, correction officers, probation officers, and search and rescue volunteers. It is also an opportunity to honor our fallen heroes who have made the ultimate sacrifice. The Mass, hosted by the Archdiocese of Santa Fe, will begin at noon at Queen of Heaven Catholic Church and will also be live-streamed. All are welcome, and first responders are encouraged to wear their uniforms.

All priests are welcome to concelebrate.  Deacons are also welcome to attend vested in their alb and ASF stole and arrive at 11:30 a.m. 

To volunteer as an usher, contact Robert Gabaldon, Blue Mass Coordinator (505.239.3176 or  [email protected]). Contributions are accepted and will continue the success of Blue Mass. To make an online donation, please click here. If you prefer to contribute via check, send it to Archdiocese of Santa Fe, 4000 St. Joseph's Place NW, Albuquerque, NM 87120, attention: Blue Mass. Ensure checks are payable to the Archdiocese of Santa Fe with "Blue Mass" noted on the memo line.

Questions? Robert Gabaldon 505.239.3176 | [email protected]