The 2022 Bishop’s Ministries Appeal has launched. Bishop Barber chose the theme, “feed my lambs, feed my sheep.” The appeal video showcases the benefiting ministries and Bishop Barber’s call for support, and contains Spanish subtitles.
Bishop Barber invites the Diocese faithful to join in a "Great Prayer for Life". Help spread the word and encourage those in your parish community to join. More info, including locations across the Diocese, through the link.
As reports emerge of families being displaced by the recent attacks in Ukraine, Catholic Relief Services is helping Caritas teams prepare to respond to urgent humanitarian needs across the country. More info through the link.
There are a few spaces yet available for the upcoming training of Level I, Catechesis of the Good Shepherd. If interested, you may make up the first session. Details through the link.
"I appeal to the whole diocese to join together with Pope Francis, and dedicate our Ash Wednesday fast and abstinence in prayer for peace. We unite ourselves with those suffering in Ukraine, and implore the intercession of Our Lady Queen of Peace and Queen of the World.”
This upcoming weekend, February 26th and 27th is the start of the 2022 Bishop’s Ministries Appeal. The new name represents a clearer focus on the reason for our asking for support. Please make every effort to promote this important collection. Read more about the ministries that go out into our parishes through the link.
Journey with San Damiano throughout the Lenten season. Ash Wednesday, Reflection Series, Stations of the Cross and more. Event specific details through the link.
SB 245 expands the prospects for more abortions in California. It would force taxpayers to cover co-pays and deductibles for abortions in the state. A vote on the Assembly floor is expected either 2/18 or 2/22/22. Action alert: contact your Assembly Member to discuss this bill today.
Bishop Barber delivered the Homily at the private funeral Mass for John Madden on Tuesday, January 18, 2022. This Homily will also appear in the March issue of The Catholic Voice under Bishop's regular column.
Registrations are currently under way for the first level of Catechesis of the Good Shepherd. Limited spaces available on a first come first serve basis for this 12 session training Feb. 26, 2022 through Feb. 18, 2023. Details through the link.
Join this bilingual webinar to gain a better understanding of how your Rice Bowl donations are being utilized with a presentation about Catholic Relief Service's work in Guatemala. Registration required.
Prepare for Lent and CRS Rice Bowl. Join us for a presentation about Catholic Relief Services (CRS) and CRS Rice Bowl and to be inspired to participate in the program for this coming Lent. Registration required.
The U.S. Bishops’ Education Chairman expressed his gratitude to Catholic Schools and applauded bipartisan legislation honoring Catholic Schools in Feb. 7 news release from USCCB.
The Office of Communications is building up the Diocesan image library for publications and social media uses. Do you have photos, video clips and images to share? More details through the link.
The Diocesan Office of Worship shares the 2022 Lenten Guidelines. Access through the link. Additional resources available https://oakdiocese.org/worship