MEssage from our Ministers3rd Sunday of Advent
I rejoice heartily in the Lord, in my God is the joy of my soul. . . . - Isaiah 61:10
My soul proclaims the greatness of the Lord; my spirit rejoices in God my savior. . . . - Luke 1:46, 47 Rejoice always. Pray without ceasing. In all circumstances give thanks. . . . - 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18 I am the voice of one crying out in the desert, Make straight the way of the Lord. . . . - John 1:23 On this Gaudete (Rejoice) Sunday, let us make time to be with God in an intentional way. Let us savor “the greatness of the Lord” (Luke 1:46) in our own lives. Let our rejoicing redound to the ends of the Earth as we realize who is in our midst. Then we will be able to proclaim by our lives that “The spirit of the Lord God is upon me, because the Lord has anointed me; he has sent me to bring glad tidings to the poor, to proclaim liberty to the captives and release to the prisoners, to announce a year of favor from the Lord and a day of vindication by our God” (Isaiah 61:1-2). 
Tercer Domingo de Adviento
"«Con gozo me gozaré en Yahveh, exulta mi alma en mi Dios" Isaías, 61 - Bíblia Católica Online "Engrandece mi alma al Señor 47.y mi espíritu se alegra en Dios mi salvador" Lucas, 1 - Bíblia Católica Online "...Estad siempre alegres. 17.Orad constantemente. 18.En todo dad gracias..." I Tesalonicenses, 5 - Bíblia Católica Online "«Yo soy voz del que clama en el desierto: Rectificad el camino del Señor" Juan, 1 - Bíblia Católica Online Este domingo de Gaudete (Regocíjate), Démonos tiempo para estar con Dios de manera intencional. Disfrutemos de “la grandeza del Señor” (Lucas 1:46) en nuestras propias vidas. Dejemos que nuestro regocijo repercuta en los confines de la Tierra cuando nos demos cuenta de quién está en medio de nosotros. Entonces seremos capaces de proclamar con nuestras vidas: “El espíritu del Señor Dios está sobre mí, porque el Señor me ha ungido; me ha enviado a llevar buenas nuevas a los pobres, a proclamar libertad a los cautivos y libertad a los presos, a anunciar un año de gracia del Señor y un día de vindicación por nuestro Dios ”(Isaías 61: 1-2). AN ACT OF SPIRITUAL COMMUNION My Jesus, I believe that You are in the Blessed Sacrament. I love You above all things, and I long for You in my soul. Since I cannot now receive You sacramentally, come at least spiritually into my heart. As though You have already come, I embrace You and unite myself entirely to You; never permit me to be separated from You. Sincerely, Fr. Mark PUBLIC CELEBRATION OF MASS - COVID-19
Actualización de los Procedimientos de la Pandemia Parroquial
Durante este tiempo de pandemia, la Iglesia de la Presentación de la Santísima Virgen María está implementando todos los procedimientos de seguridad que se requieren, así como muchas precauciones adicionales que se recomiendan para la seguridad de los miembros de nuestra comunidad. Estos incluyen la limpieza, desinfección y el uso de máscarillas, termómetros y distanciamiento social adecuado. Recopilamos información de contacto de todos los que asisten a todas las Misas, en caso de que tengamos que llamar a todos los que asistieron a una Misa en particular. Esto ha sucedido dos veces en las últimas semanas. Tuvimos que notificar a todos los que asistieron a dos de nuestras Misas aquí en Presentación, porque más tarde supimos que esas dos Misas habían sido atendidas por alguien que luego dio positivo por coronavirus. En ambos casos, la persona que asistía a la Misa no tenía ningún síntoma mientras asistía a la Misa, practicaba el distanciamiento social mientras asistía a la Misa y se había conformado con todos los protocolos establecidos de la parroquia. Nos aseguraron que no entraron en contacto cercano con otros en la Misa. Sin embargo, un miembro del personal de la parroquia notificó a cada uno de los que habían asistido a esas Misas, solo para informarles que deberían estar atentos a los síntomas. También los llamamos nuevamente dos semanas después en un esfuerzo por asegurarnos de que nuestros protocolos de seguridad en la Misa fueran efectivos y que nadie se infectara al asistir a cualquiera de las Misas. Una de estas Misas fue una Misa de confirmación celebrada el 29 de junio para las familias de nuestras escuelas parroquiales, y la otra fue a la Misa de 5:00 p.m. el 5 de julio. Estamos proporcionando esta información para que todos puedan tomar decisiones informadas sobre si desean asistir a nuestras Misas durante la pandemia. Si alguien da positivo por coronavirus, notifique a la parroquia de inmediato (209-472-2150) para que podamos notificar a quienes estuvieron presentes en la Misa o al servicio al que asistió. La información recibida será tratada de manera confidencial. Vístase abrigado, esté preparado para el clima más frío y traiga su propia silla para sentarse afuera. Las Misas de los Domingos a las 8:45 AM, 10:30 AM y 2:15 PM serán afuera, frente al Centro Comunitario (La distribución de la Comunión será afuera, entre la iglesia y el Centro Comunitario).
MISA DOMINICAL/DISTRIBUCION DE LA COMUNION
MISA DIARIA
MISA EN ESPAÑOL LOS DÍAS DE LA SEMANA
ADORACÍON EUCHARÍSTICA
CONFESIÓN
Please dress warm, be prepared for the colder weather, and bring your own chair to sit outside. The Sunday 8:45 AM, 10:30 AM, and 2:15 PM Masses will be outside, in front of the Community Center (Distribution of Communion will be outside, in-between the church and Community Center).
SCHEDULE OF SUNDAY MASS/DISTRIBUTION OF COMMUNION
DAILY MASS (Monday-Saturday)
WEEKDAY SPANISH MASS
EUCHARISTIC ADORATION
CONFESSION
Please keep in mind, our duty to continue to assist with the financial support of the Church (cf. canons 22 §1 and 1983 of the Code of Canon Law) and should consider giving electronically via our website or by mailing a check to our parish. Parish Pandemic Procedures Update
During this time of pandemic, the Church of the Presentation of the Blessed Virgin Mary is implementing all the safety procedures that are required, as well as many additional precautions that are recommended for the safety of our community members. These include cleaning, disinfecting, and the use of masks, thermometers, and proper social distancing. We gather contact information of everyone who attends all Masses, just in case we have to call everyone who attended a particular Mass. This has happened two times in recent weeks. We had to notify everyone who attended two of our Masses here at Presentation, because we later learned that those two Masses had been attended by someone who later tested positive for coronavirus. In both cases, the person attending the Mass did not have any symptoms while attending the Mass, practiced social distancing while attending the Mass, and had conformed to the all established protocols of the parish. They assured us that they did not come in close contact with others at the Mass. Nevertheless, a parish staff member notified each of those who had attended those Masses, just to inform them that they should be alert for symptoms. We also called them again two weeks later in an effort to make sure that our safety protocols at Mass were effective and that no one became infected by attending either of the Masses. One of these Masses was a Confirmation Mass celebrated on June 29 for our parish school families, and the other was our 5:00 p.m. Mass on July 5. We are providing this information so that everyone can make informed decisions about whether they wish to attend our Masses during the pandemic. If anyone tests positive for coronavirus, please notify the parish right away (209-472-2150) so that we can notify those who were present at the Mass or service you attended. The information received will be handled in a confidential manner. Al 19 de JuLio de 2020FR. MARK'S REFLECTIONS AND ARTICLES / REFLEXIONES Y ARTÍCULOS DEL P. MARK
3rd Sunday of Advent
Last week I explained that this coming year will be the year of the Gospel of St. Mark, that beginning now in Advent we will hear readings from the Gospel of Mark almost every Sunday. I say “almost” because there will exceptions. Since the Gospel of Mark is very short, it will be supplemented with readings taken from the Gospel of John. The Gospel of Mark is short because it focuses on the actions of Jesus rather than his words. The Gospel of John, on the other hand, includes the long sermons of Jesus, as well as many reflections and interpretations of the life of Jesus. At Mass today we will hear a reading from the Gospel of John which explains that Jesus is “the light” that was coming into the world. John the came to announce his coming: “A man named John was sent from God. He came for testimony, to testify to the light so that all might believe through him. He was not the light but came to testify to the light.” Today is the third Sunday of Advent and so we light three candles of the Advent Wreath. Little by little the darkness of our world is being overcome by the joy which we will celebrate at Christmas. Even though we may not be able to enter our bright, warm church, the light of Christ will enter our hearts if we welcome him in our hearts and receive Him in Holy Communion. Jesus says: “I am the light of the world. Whoever follows me will never walk in darkness, but will have the light of life. (John 8:12) “... As many as received him, to them gave power to become the sons of God.” (John 1:12)
3º Domingo de Adviento Este año que vierne, será el año del Evangelio de San Marcos, y escucharemos lecturas del Evangelio de San Marcos casi todos los domingos. Digo "casi" porque habrá excepciones. Dado que el Evangelio de San Marcos es muy breve, se complementará con lecturas tomadas del Evangelio de San Juan. El Evangelio de San Marcos es corto porque se enfoca mas bien en las acciones de Jesús que en sus palabras. Mientras que el Evangelio de San Juan, incluye los largos sermones de Jesús, así como muchas reflexiones e interpretaciones de su vida. En la misa de hoy, escucharemos una lectura del Evangelio de San Juan que explica que Jesús es “la luz” que viene al mundo. Juan Bautista vino a anunciar su venida: Un hombre llamado Juan fue enviado por Dios. Vino en busca de testimonio, para dar testimonio de la luz para que todos creyeran por él. Él no era la luz, sino que vino a testificar de la luz ". Hoy es el tercer domingo de Adviento y por eso encendemos tres velas de la Corona de Adviento. Poco a poco la oscuridad de nuestro mundo va siendo superada por la alegría que celebraremos en Navidad. Aunque no podamos entrar a nuestra iglesia brillante y cálida, la luz de Cristo entrará en nuestros corazones si le damos la bienvenida en nuestro corazón y lo recibimos en la Sagrada Comunión. Jesús dice: “ Yo soy la luz del mundo. El que me sigue nunca andará en tinieblas, sino que tendrá la luz de la vida. (Juan 8:12) PrayerspRAYER FOR THE sICK
Prayer for the SickMany people are suffering from ailments of some form or another. Not to mention those who are affected by the global pandemic: COVID-19. Please join us as we pray for the sick, their families, and caregivers.
, Quincy Vaughn, Ilene Lao Rualizo, Tina Mills, Jodi Raper, Shirley Benecke, Ariel Sandoval, Jorge Fernandez, Miguel Aguilar, Kathleen Smith, Pam Makelke, Janet Kavanaugh, Mary Anderson, Dolores Chaparro, Terri Lomeli, Momoh Lahai, Lori Mock, Jim Essner, Damon Barkley, Stan Flott, Michael Copeland, Julie Nguyen, Shirley Torlai, Savannah Torlai, Jason Fleming, Nicholas Mills, Melody Martinez, Maria Luisa Ramirez Castro, Vidal Castro Barbosa, Silvestre Ramirez, Manuel Almendarez, Sr., Josie Yeaman, Gayle Elesante, Erlene Raspo, Mary Oliva, Rachel Rossiter, Connie Spielman, Tim Yun, Dolores Dominguez, Rita Hersom, Russell Smith, Vanessa Jara, Karen Essner, Lydia Quintana, Jodi Harden, David Smith, Liz Waddle, Gilberto Rios Sevilla, Stephanie Delira, Rita Zanck, Virginia Gurat, Julie Lagesse, Kathy Ramirez, Karl Feist, Jill Choate, Carl Wilner, and Michael Relloque To add or remove names, please contact the Media Coordinator at media@presentationchurch.net. To see additional 'Prayers for the Sick', please click here. mASS iNTENTIONS
wEEKLY mASS iNTENTIONSAlthough there will not be a gathering of parishioners, we will still offer Masses each day. Sunday, December 13, 2020
Monday, December 14, 2020 7:00 AM: †Soledad Caracena Tuesday, December 15, 2020
Wednesday, December 16, 2020 7:00 AM: †Mary Cole Thursday, December 17, 2020 7:00 AM: †Hung Dinh Friday, December 18, 2020
Saturday, December 19, 2020
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iN REMEMBRANCE OF THOSE WHO HAVE GONE BEFORE USRobert Lee Pemberton Vivian Penaflor Michael James Herrera Marialinda Umbay Delia Addi Rowena Bautista Kim Spaulding Rimington Brien Ecker Lolita Caluya Ronald Bernaldo Mario Olandesca Guillem Alberto Mendoza Jose Quiterio Mendoza Carmen Mendoza-Ranches Tony Guzman Pascual Caluya Jim Harnois Mike DeToro Theresa Ann Canez Froilan Vargas Francisco Sudario Benito Sanchez Maria Muna Rosemary Sweet Jaime Umpad Albinto José Mario Lopez Bernardina Oliva Fidel Huerta Rob Gulden Lillian Helen Munson Kevin Dobson Germaine Hersom Eddie Garcia Gerald Coburn Rudy Quintana Mark Anthony Tabisula Deusdedit Judilla Andrea Esquivel Maria Casillas Leo Del Carlo Jr. Mary Pabinguit Dolores Mendoza Jacqueline Gaffney Margaret Ann Gardea Wilma Murray Rolando Cabutotan Natalia Cabutotan Bruno Barro Jaime Carranza Thomas Gates Christmas Flowers
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rEADINGS FOR THE weEK
From the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops (USCCB)
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Sunday, December 13, 2020 - 3rd Sunday of Advent
Is 61:1-2a, 10-11/1 Thes 5:16-24/Jn 1:6-8, 19-28
Monday, December 14, 2020
Nm 24:2-7, 15-17a/Mt 21:23-27
Tuesday, December 15, 2020
Zep 3:1-2, 9-13/Mt 21:28-32
Wednesday, December 16, 2020
Is 45:6b-8, 18, 21c-25/Lk 7:18b-23
Thursday, December 17, 2020
Gn 49:2, 8-10/Mt 1:1-17
Friday, December 18, 2020
Jer 23:5-8/Mt 1:18-25
Saturday, December 19, 2020
Jgs 13:2-7, 24-25a/Lk 1:5-25
Sunday, December 20, 2020 - 4th Sunday of Advent
2 Sm 7:1-5, 8b-12, 14a, 16/Rom 16:25-27/Lk 1:26-38
Sunday, December 13, 2020 - 3rd Sunday of Advent
Is 61:1-2a, 10-11/1 Thes 5:16-24/Jn 1:6-8, 19-28
Monday, December 14, 2020
Nm 24:2-7, 15-17a/Mt 21:23-27
Tuesday, December 15, 2020
Zep 3:1-2, 9-13/Mt 21:28-32
Wednesday, December 16, 2020
Is 45:6b-8, 18, 21c-25/Lk 7:18b-23
Thursday, December 17, 2020
Gn 49:2, 8-10/Mt 1:1-17
Friday, December 18, 2020
Jer 23:5-8/Mt 1:18-25
Saturday, December 19, 2020
Jgs 13:2-7, 24-25a/Lk 1:5-25
Sunday, December 20, 2020 - 4th Sunday of Advent
2 Sm 7:1-5, 8b-12, 14a, 16/Rom 16:25-27/Lk 1:26-38
Stewardship ReflEctions
From our Stewardship Council
Third Sunday of Advent
“Rejoice always, pray constantly, give thanks in all circumstances; for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus for you” – 1 Thessalonians 5:16 - 18
This scripture reading sums up Stewardship. “Rejoice always” means place your trust in God; He will provide all that you need. “Pray constantly” means prayer should be a running conversation with God throughout the whole day, every day. “Give thanks in all circumstances” means even in bad situations, thank God. Suffering a little bit helps build empathy for others in similar situations and shows our dependence on God.
“Rejoice always, pray constantly, give thanks in all circumstances; for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus for you” – 1 Thessalonians 5:16 - 18
This scripture reading sums up Stewardship. “Rejoice always” means place your trust in God; He will provide all that you need. “Pray constantly” means prayer should be a running conversation with God throughout the whole day, every day. “Give thanks in all circumstances” means even in bad situations, thank God. Suffering a little bit helps build empathy for others in similar situations and shows our dependence on God.
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Segundo Domingo de Adviento
“Regocíjense siempre, oren constantemente, den gracias en toda circunstancia; porque esta es la voluntad de Dios para ustedes en Cristo Jesús”- 1 TESALONICENSES 5:16 – 18
Esta lectura de las Escrituras resume la corresponsabilidad. “Regocíjate siempre” significa depositar tu confianza en Dios; Él te proporcionará todo lo que necesites. “Orar constantemente” significa que la oración debe ser una conversación continua con Dios durante todo el día, todos los días. "Dar gracias en todas las circunstancias" significa, incluso en situaciones difíciles, gracias a Dios. Sufrir un poco ayuda a desarrollar la empatía por otros en situaciones similares y muestra nuestra dependencia de Dios.
“Regocíjense siempre, oren constantemente, den gracias en toda circunstancia; porque esta es la voluntad de Dios para ustedes en Cristo Jesús”- 1 TESALONICENSES 5:16 – 18
Esta lectura de las Escrituras resume la corresponsabilidad. “Regocíjate siempre” significa depositar tu confianza en Dios; Él te proporcionará todo lo que necesites. “Orar constantemente” significa que la oración debe ser una conversación continua con Dios durante todo el día, todos los días. "Dar gracias en todas las circunstancias" significa, incluso en situaciones difíciles, gracias a Dios. Sufrir un poco ayuda a desarrollar la empatía por otros en situaciones similares y muestra nuestra dependencia de Dios.
Children's PRayer
From our Minister of religious Education
Sharing the Gospel
John the Baptist prepared the way for the Messiah, Jesus Christ. He shouted in the desert, "Get your soul ready. The Lord is coming." Today John still warns you to get your soul ready for Jesus. Ask God to forgive you. Then forgive yourself and others. Shout to the world. Be a witness by your actions. Show that you believe in God. Then you will be ready when Jesus comes to take you to heaven with him.
Prayer
Lord, forgive me for all of my sins and help me to be different because I love you.
Something to Draw
Draw John the Baptist in the desert talking to the people and baptizing them.
Mission for the Week
Ask a friend if he or she is ready to meet Jesus.
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John the Baptist prepared the way for the Messiah, Jesus Christ. He shouted in the desert, "Get your soul ready. The Lord is coming." Today John still warns you to get your soul ready for Jesus. Ask God to forgive you. Then forgive yourself and others. Shout to the world. Be a witness by your actions. Show that you believe in God. Then you will be ready when Jesus comes to take you to heaven with him.
Prayer
Lord, forgive me for all of my sins and help me to be different because I love you.
Something to Draw
Draw John the Baptist in the desert talking to the people and baptizing them.
Mission for the Week
Ask a friend if he or she is ready to meet Jesus.
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Spiritual Communion
Even if one cannot sacramentally receive the Eucharist, everyone should be aware of the practice of making a spiritual communion. The following is a daily prayer for Spiritual Communion:
O my Jesus, I believe that You are in the Blessed Sacrament.
I love you above all things, and I desire to receive you into my soul.
Since I cannot at this moment receive you sacramentally,
come at least spiritually into my heart.
I embrace you as if you were already there and
unite myself wholly to you.
Never permit me to be separated from you.
Amen.
For more resources on Spiritual Communion, click here.
O my Jesus, I believe that You are in the Blessed Sacrament.
I love you above all things, and I desire to receive you into my soul.
Since I cannot at this moment receive you sacramentally,
come at least spiritually into my heart.
I embrace you as if you were already there and
unite myself wholly to you.
Never permit me to be separated from you.
Amen.
For more resources on Spiritual Communion, click here.
saINT OF THE wEEK
St. Lucy
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Dates: 284-304
Feast Day: December 13 This saint, venerated by Christians since her own time, likely was martyred in Sicily, probably during the persecutions of Roman Emperor Diocletian, who ruled 284-305. Legends about Lucy include a rejected suitor denouncing her as a Christian and miracles that saved her from life in a brothel, from being burned at the stake, and from having her eyes plucked out. “Lucy reminds us of a value which seems to me very important for you too: courage. She was a young defenseless woman, however she faced torture and a violent death with great courage, a courage that came to her from the Risen Christ, with whom she was united, and from the Holy Spirit, who dwelt within her… Lucy tells us that life is made to be given. She lived this out in the supreme form of martyrdom, but the value of the gift of self is universal; it is the secret to true happiness. Man does not become completely fulfilled by having or by doing. One is fulfilled by loving, i.e. by giving of oneself. And this can also be understood as the secret of the name ‘Lucy’: a person is ‘full of light’ to the extent that he or she is a gift to others. In reality, every person is a gift, he or she is a precious gift!” —Pope Francis, December 13, 2014 Copyright © 2017, Catholic News Service–United States Conference of Catholic Bishops, Washington, DC. All rights reserved. Quote from Pope Francis, copyright © 2014, Libreria Editrice Vaticana, Vatican City State. All rights reserved. Used with permission. San Lucía
284-304 Día de fiesta—13 de Diciembre Esta santa, venerada por los cristianos desde su época, quizás haya sido martirizada en Sicilia, probablemente durante la persecución del Emperador romano Diocleciano, quien gobernó desde el 284 hasta el 305. Las leyendas cuentan que Lucia tuvo un pretendiente que la denunció como cristiana y sobre los milagros que la salvaron de ser enviada a un burdel, de ser quemada en la hoguera y de que se le arrancaran los ojos. Copyright © 2017, Catholic News Service–United States Conference of Catholic Bishops, Washington, DC. Todos los derechos reservados. |
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Due to the state-wide stay-at-home orders from the California Governor, all indoor events have been suspended.
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We have a BRAND NEW BULLETIN!
We are excited to start using our new publisher, LPi. Our weekly bulletins will be available:
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To learn more, you can either call Gina at (916) 200-8979, or email her at GShaughnessy@4LPi.com.
Thank you for your consideration and support!
In Our Parish School
“Alone we can do so little, together we can so much.” - Helen Keller. Our new normal (for now): teaching lessons via ZOOM. Our teachers are working around the clock and going above & beyond to be there for their students.
Prayer to Begin a School Year/Semester
Blessed are you, Lord God,
Creator of body and mind and heart; you have sent the Spirit of wisdom and knowledge to guide your people in all their ways. At the beginning of this new school year (or semester/term) we implore your mercy: bless the students, teachers, and staff, that together we may grow in faith, hope, and love as we learn from you and each other how to follow your Son Jesus. Expand the horizons of our minds, that we may grow in wisdom, understanding, and knowledge; deepen our commitment to seek the truth of your ways; and enliven our faith to reach out to those in need. Glory and praise to you, Lord God, in the Church and in Christ Jesus forever and ever.
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Prayer taken from the Catholic Household Blessings and Prayers, Revised Edition (Washington, DC: USCCB, 2007), 300. Copyright © 2020, United States Conference of Catholic Bishops, Washington DC. All rights reserved.
Blessed are you, Lord God,
Creator of body and mind and heart; you have sent the Spirit of wisdom and knowledge to guide your people in all their ways. At the beginning of this new school year (or semester/term) we implore your mercy: bless the students, teachers, and staff, that together we may grow in faith, hope, and love as we learn from you and each other how to follow your Son Jesus. Expand the horizons of our minds, that we may grow in wisdom, understanding, and knowledge; deepen our commitment to seek the truth of your ways; and enliven our faith to reach out to those in need. Glory and praise to you, Lord God, in the Church and in Christ Jesus forever and ever.
R/. Amen
Prayer taken from the Catholic Household Blessings and Prayers, Revised Edition (Washington, DC: USCCB, 2007), 300. Copyright © 2020, United States Conference of Catholic Bishops, Washington DC. All rights reserved.
IN OUR DIOCESE
Diocesan News
Bishop Cotta's Corner
BISHOP COTTA'S MONTHLY REFLECTION
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To read Bishop Cotta's Monthly Reflection for November 2020,
click here (English). To read Bishop Cotta's Monthly Reflection for November 2020, click here (Spanish). Please see below Bishop Cotta's November reflection. In addition to his reflection, Bishop Cotta would also like to share a letter he received from Apostolic Nuncio, Christophe Pierre, in regard to Pope Francis's remarks in the documentary film, Francesco. To view the letter, click here. |
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To view the Rosary Army's guide on how to pray the rosary, click here (English)
To view the Rosary Army's guide on how to pray the rosary, click here (Spanish) To read Bishop Cotta's COVID-19 Update, click here (English). To read Bishop Cotta's COVID-19 Update, click here (Spanish). |
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To view the California Bishops Initiative to Address Personal, Collective Sin of Racism, please click here.
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“Our Lady showed us a great sea of fire which seemed to be under the earth. Plunged in this fire were demons and souls in human form.... ”
(Lúcia dos Santos, Visionary of Fátima)
The terrifying and horrific vision of hell, which the Shepherd Children witnessed, “lasted but an instant.” Lúcia tells us: “We looked up at Our Lady, who said to us, so kindly and so sadly: ‘You have seen hell where the souls of poor sinners go. When you pray the Rosary, say after each mystery: O my Jesus, forgive us, save us from the fire of hell. Lead all souls to heaven, especially those who are most in need.’”
Our Lady instructed the Little Shepherds: “Sacrifice yourselves for sinners, and say many times, especially whenever you make some sacrifice: ‘O Jesus, it is for love of You, for the conversion of sinners, and in reparation for the sins committed against the Immaculate Heart of Mary.’”
To view the bishop's full letter, please click here.
(Lúcia dos Santos, Visionary of Fátima)
The terrifying and horrific vision of hell, which the Shepherd Children witnessed, “lasted but an instant.” Lúcia tells us: “We looked up at Our Lady, who said to us, so kindly and so sadly: ‘You have seen hell where the souls of poor sinners go. When you pray the Rosary, say after each mystery: O my Jesus, forgive us, save us from the fire of hell. Lead all souls to heaven, especially those who are most in need.’”
Our Lady instructed the Little Shepherds: “Sacrifice yourselves for sinners, and say many times, especially whenever you make some sacrifice: ‘O Jesus, it is for love of You, for the conversion of sinners, and in reparation for the sins committed against the Immaculate Heart of Mary.’”
To view the bishop's full letter, please click here.
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Grow Your Faith
The School of Ministry Office has decided to provide courses online for the 2020-21 course year. Sessions for the Ministry Formation Courses (ITM and TLM) will be given through a partnership with Dayton University. Scripture will be given via zoom through the School of Ministry. There are no Specializations currently programmed.
To view the courses being offered for 2020-2021, please click here.
To view the courses being offered for 2020-2021, please click here.
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Pre-Registration for the upcoming Scripture Institute (Bible Study) course is open. This course will cover the New Testament Foundations: Jesus and Discipleship. Orientation will be on Wednesday, October 21, 2020. Sessions will be online via Zoom from 6:30 pm to 9:00 pm on Wednesday nights. To pre-register and/or for more information click on the link below or contact our office at 209-546-7630 or via email at som@stocktondiocese.org.
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Liturgy & Worship
The Federation of Diocesan Liturgical Commissions is providing free webinars on the liturgical books of the Roman Rite If you are interested in the structure, history, translation, and reform of the liturgical books, this is a great opportunity to learn more!
· Every Wednesday at 10 am, October 21, 2020 to March 10, 2021. To register, visit fdlc.org/formation
Scripture Institute Course
· Scripture Institute - October 21, 2020 at 6:30 pm. For more information, please contact Isela Quezada at (209) 546-7630 or som@stocktondiocese.org.
Harm, Healing and Human Dignity Conference
· Hosted by the Catholic Mobilizing Network - October 27, 29, 31, 2020. For more information, please visit www.catholicsmobilizing.org/conference.
Hope, Heal, Renew!
This virtual conference to explore transformative new ideas, deepen in knowledge of the Catholic Faith, and share our diverse gifts with each other and our communities as brothers and sisters in Christ.
· November 12-14, 2020. Registration for the Diocese of Stockton is only $15.00.
For more information and to registers, please visit hhr.sidecarprod.com.
Human Trafficking 101
Human Trafficking 101 - Awareness & Prevention Training Webinar. Be Empowered by being in the Know!
· November 17, 2020, from 6-: 7:30 PM
For more information on human trafficking and how you and your family can help fight and prevent this heinous crime locally, join us in a virtual conference training please visit https://stocktondiocese.org/without-permission-sign-up.
The Federation of Diocesan Liturgical Commissions is providing free webinars on the liturgical books of the Roman Rite If you are interested in the structure, history, translation, and reform of the liturgical books, this is a great opportunity to learn more!
· Every Wednesday at 10 am, October 21, 2020 to March 10, 2021. To register, visit fdlc.org/formation
Scripture Institute Course
· Scripture Institute - October 21, 2020 at 6:30 pm. For more information, please contact Isela Quezada at (209) 546-7630 or som@stocktondiocese.org.
Harm, Healing and Human Dignity Conference
· Hosted by the Catholic Mobilizing Network - October 27, 29, 31, 2020. For more information, please visit www.catholicsmobilizing.org/conference.
Hope, Heal, Renew!
This virtual conference to explore transformative new ideas, deepen in knowledge of the Catholic Faith, and share our diverse gifts with each other and our communities as brothers and sisters in Christ.
· November 12-14, 2020. Registration for the Diocese of Stockton is only $15.00.
For more information and to registers, please visit hhr.sidecarprod.com.
Human Trafficking 101
Human Trafficking 101 - Awareness & Prevention Training Webinar. Be Empowered by being in the Know!
· November 17, 2020, from 6-: 7:30 PM
For more information on human trafficking and how you and your family can help fight and prevent this heinous crime locally, join us in a virtual conference training please visit https://stocktondiocese.org/without-permission-sign-up.
Get Direct Notifications From the Diocese
Sign up to receive notifications directly from the diocese!
Did you know that you can sign up to receive “Flocknote” emails from the diocese? Use the below links to sign up for two of the most popular Flocknotes from the Diocese of Stockton Pastoral Center and keep up to date with all of their latest information.
WEEKLY UPDATE: https://dioceseofstockton.flocknote.com/WeeklyUpdate
Or Text “DOSWU” to 84576 on your phone.
BISHOP COTTA’s REFLECTIONS: https://dioceseofstockton.flocknote.com/BishopsReflectio
Did you know that you can sign up to receive “Flocknote” emails from the diocese? Use the below links to sign up for two of the most popular Flocknotes from the Diocese of Stockton Pastoral Center and keep up to date with all of their latest information.
WEEKLY UPDATE: https://dioceseofstockton.flocknote.com/WeeklyUpdate
Or Text “DOSWU” to 84576 on your phone.
BISHOP COTTA’s REFLECTIONS: https://dioceseofstockton.flocknote.com/BishopsReflectio
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