| Tierra Amarilla (Ensenada), NM Morada de San Rafael Archangel Dedication August 13, 2006 |
| On August 13, 2006 Hermano Rafael Gallegos' dream became a reality under the direction of Hermano Mayor, Leo Rodela and the tremendous support of the community. On this date the new Morada de San Rafael Archangel was dedicated by the Archbishop of Santa Fe, Michael Sheehan. My wife, Joan, and I were privileged to be Hermano Rodela's guests and we participated in the preparation and serving of the food to the Hermanos, friends and relatives on this memorable occasion |
| Father Aragon looks at the entrance of the morada where chairs have been set up for the Hermanos and guests who will be attending the dedication |
| Father Aragon and Hermano Mayor Leo Rodela preparing the altar for the dedication |
| Hermano Mayor Leo Rodela and Hermano Rafael Gallegos standing beneath the crucifix sculpted by Ruben Archuleta for the morada |
| The altar has been prepared for the service and the dedication by Bishop Sheehan |
| Archbishop Michael Sheehan, Henrietta Montoya, and Ruben Archuleta |
| Hermanos representing eleven New Mexico moradas take part in the procession prior to the dedication of the morada by Archbishop Michael Sheehan |
| Archbishop Sheehan conducts services during the dedication ceremony |
| Archbishop Michael Sheehan and the Hermanos lead the procession to the morada |
| Guests and participants wait in line, anxious to feast on the delicious New Mexican cuisine prepared by families and friends of the Hermanos. |
| Joan Archuleta serves a piece of pie to Archbishop Sheehan from the tasty array of desserts that were available |