Pope Francis, who died April 21 at the age of 88, transformed the image of the papacy into a pastoral ministry based on personal encounters and strong convictions about poverty, mission and dialogue.

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On Jan. 25, 2025, Father Sergio Lopez, pastor, and Father Thi Van Hoang celebrated Mass with members and parishioners, which was followed by an officer installation ceremony and a reception, where attendees reflected on the club’s history and renewed their commitment to service.

New chapel blessed at St. Joan of Arc parish.

Pilgrims from parishes throughout the Oakland Diocese filled the Cathedral of Christ the Light with a standing-room only crowd on Sunday, Jan. 19 to celebrate the opening of the Jubilee Year of Hope and the reception of an historical cross at the cathedral.

We are excited to announce a coordinated, proactive communication plan for the Diocese of Oakland in promoting the mission of the diocese. Read through the link to learn more about our plans.

Bishop Barber will open the Holy Year of Hope 2025 with a special Mass in the Cathedral of Christ the Light on Sunday, January 19, 2025 at 11 a.m. Read Bishop Barber's invitation through the link.

Ordained at age 25 for the Diocese of San Jose, Father Steve Kim has been busy ever since. He became principal of Saint Joseph Notre Dame (SJND) in 2023, tasked with focusing on Catholic identity and sustainability.

The Diocese of Oakland bid farewell to native son and second bishop, Bishop John Stephen Cummins on Dec. 20 and 21 at the Cathedral of Christ the Light.

A 40,000 pound act of mercy for Contra Costa County residents. They may not have been in shiny armor, but the Knights of Columbus Council #4060 from St. Isidore Parish in Danville and their pastor, Father Matthew Murray, made Christmas a little brighter and merrier for 500 families this year, by delivering more than 40,000 pounds of food.

Catholic Charities East Bay (Catholic Charities) has announced that the Board of Directors has selected former San Francisco Giants executive Mario Alioto as the new Chief Executive Officer of Catholic Charities. He succeeds Interim CEO and Chairman of the Board Jim Fiedler. Read the full announcement through the link.

Are you being called? A new diaconate class is forming.

As Catholics wondering how to keep younger generations engaged in the life of the Church, St. John Vianney in Walnut Creek has found an answer: start them early with the Catechesis of the Good Shepherd (CGS).

On Dec. 7, 2024, thousands of people joining Bishop Michael C. Barber, SJ in pilgrimage to honor Our Lady of Guadalupe. Beginning at St. Louis Bertrand Parish, the group processed to the Cathedral of Christ the Light for Mass. Mariachi groups serenaded the pilgrims, some of whom wore regalia and costumes. Indigenous dances in tribute to Nuestra Señora de Guadalupe preceded Mass celebrated by Bishop Barber and clergy of the diocese. Photos by Justin Cardona.