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by Cindy Wooden, Catholic News Service
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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We pray for God’s blessings on the Institute in their pursuit of this new chapter in their ministry. Read details through the link.
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Download Volume 63, Issue 1 through the link.
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The next Jubilee event in our diocese is April 11 at Mission San Jose. Graphics suitable for bulletin and social media can be found at https://oakdiocese.org/jubilee-2025.
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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.
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New chapel blessed at St. Joan of Arc parish.
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The Diocese of Oakland celebrated the Chinese Lunar New Year with a Mass Feb. 1 at the Cathedral of Christ the Light in Oakland. Marking the Lunar New Year on Jan. 29, Bishop Robert J. Brennan and Bishop Earl K. Fernandes offered the faithful a special message with their blessings. Story through the link.
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Lea la declaración del obispo Barber a través del enlace.
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Read the entire statement through the link.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Are you being called? A new diaconate class is forming.
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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).
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Click through the link to read the Letter to Migrant Families from the California Bishops. Please also visit the linked resource page which has the letter in English, Spanish, Vietnamese and Korean, as well as additional resources.
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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.
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