Br. Joseph Bach, OFM Conv., previously served in vocation ministry after 24 years in education as a teacher and administrator. Prior to arriving at Holy Cross, Br. Joseph served as Director of Franciscan Outreach Ministry at Our Lady of Guadalupe Shrine in San Antonio, TX. Br. Joseph speaks Spanish and is excited about sharing his joy as a Franciscan friar through spiritual direction and retreat ministry.

Debbie Isham worked with the Diocese of Las Cruces in various capacities until joining the staff of Holy Cross in 2014 as the business manager and in human resources. She brings a personal interest in all aspects of our presence and encourages both Franciscan hospitality and social justice concerns.

Jorge joined out team in December, 2025, and brings a great deal of expertise to Holy Cross. He manages to keep our retreat center campus looking like the Franciscan Oasis in the Desert that it is!

Father Cristian Martinez, OFM Conv., was ordained a priest in 2021. His first ministerial assignment was as parochial vicar of the West Side Tri-Parish in San Antonio, Texas, a position he held until coming to the Retreat Center to assist with sacramental ministry. During his formation as a friar in Mexico, Father Cristian served as a missionary in the mountains of Guerrero, Mexico. Also, he studied communication, philosophy, psychology, and art. He enjoys music, painting, and gardening.

Fr. Julio Martinez, OFM Conv., will be joining us at Holy Cross in August! Check back for his bio. Welcome/Bienvenidos Friar Julio!

Margaret Flores became the program coordinator in 2017 after working in finances with the Diocese and parishes in the area. She is very adept at scheduling groups and individuals who come to the Center. She is also the primary contact for registering for the art festival, and can assist as needed.