MEssage from our Ministers2nd Sunday of Advent
A voice cries out: In the desert prepare the way of the Lord! - Isaiah 40:3
I will hear what God proclaims; the Lord–for he proclaims peace to his people. - Psalm 85:9 . . . but [God] is patient with you. . . . – 2 Peter 3:9 John the Baptist appeared in the desert proclaiming a baptism of repentance for the forgiveness of sins. - Mark 1:4 God created us out of love and always acts out of love. God desires us to repent, to return, to change the direction of our lives, to be one with God (cf John 17:22). Let us prepare, listen, repent, and forgive so we can proclaim God’s peace to others through our lives. Let us enter into the desert of our hearts where God will speak to us (cf Hosea 2:16). Will we make time to listen to God today? 
Segundo Domingo de Adviento
"Una voz clama: «En el desierto abrid camino a Yahveh" Isaías, 40 - Bíblia Católica Online "Voy a escuchar de qué habla Dios. Sí, Yahveh habla de paz para su pueblo y para sus amigos" Salmos, 85 - Bíblia Católica Online . . ."sino que usa de paciencia con vosotros" II Pedro, 3 - Bíblia Católica Online "apareció Juan bautizando en el desierto, proclamando un bautismo de conversión para perdón de los pecados." Marcos, 1 - Bíblia Católica Online Dios nos creó por amor y siempre actúa por amor. Dios desea que nos arrepintamos, que regresemos, que cambiemos el rumbo de nuestras vidas, que seamos uno con Dios (cf. Juan 17:22). Preparémonos, escuchemos, arrepintámonos y perdonemos para poder proclamar la paz de Dios a los demás a lo largo de nuestra vida. Entremos en el desierto de nuestro corazón donde Dios nos hablará (cf. Oseas 2:16). ¿Haremos tiempo para escuchar a Dios hoy? 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. La Misa será AFUERA con el altar frente al Centro Comunitario.
MISA DOMINICAL/DISTRIBUCION DE LA COMUNION
MISA DIARIA
MISA EN ESPAÑOL LOS DÍAS DE LA SEMANA
ADORACÍON EUCHARÍSTICA
CONFESIÓN
All Celebrations will be outside, in front of the Community Center until further notice.
SCHEDULE OF SUNDAY MASS/DISTRIBUTION OF COMMUNION
DAILY MASS
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
“Give Comfort to My People”
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 and Carl Wilner 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 6, 2020
Monday, December 7, 2020 7:00 AM: †Rafael Aleman Tuesday, December 8, 2020
Wednesday, December 9, 2020 7:00 AM: †Roderick Blanco Thursday, December 10, 2020 7:00 AM: Maria Carmen de la Cruz - birthday Friday, December 11, 2020
Saturday, December 12, 2020
iN rEMEMBRANCE OF
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 |
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gROW yOUR fAITH
rEADINGS FOR THE weEK
From the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops (USCCB)
To view full readings, please click here.
Sunday, December 6, 2020 - 2nd Sunday of Advent
Is 40:1-5, 9-11/2 Pt 3:8-14/Mk 1:1-8
Monday, December 7, 2020
Is 35:1-10/Lk 5:17-26
Tuesday, December 8, 2020 - The Immaculate Conception of the Blessed Virgin Mary
Gn 3:9-15, 20/Eph 1:3-6, 11-12/Lk 1:26-38
Wednesday, December 9, 2020
Is 40:25-31/Mt 11:28-30
Thursday, December 10, 2020
Is 41:13-20/Mt 11:11-15
Friday, December 11, 2020
Is 48:17-19/Mt 11:16-19
Saturday, December 12, 2020
Zec 2:14-17 or Rv 11:19a; 12:1-6a, 10ab/Lk 1:26-38 or Lk 1:39-47
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
Sunday, December 6, 2020 - 2nd Sunday of Advent
Is 40:1-5, 9-11/2 Pt 3:8-14/Mk 1:1-8
Monday, December 7, 2020
Is 35:1-10/Lk 5:17-26
Tuesday, December 8, 2020 - The Immaculate Conception of the Blessed Virgin Mary
Gn 3:9-15, 20/Eph 1:3-6, 11-12/Lk 1:26-38
Wednesday, December 9, 2020
Is 40:25-31/Mt 11:28-30
Thursday, December 10, 2020
Is 41:13-20/Mt 11:11-15
Friday, December 11, 2020
Is 48:17-19/Mt 11:16-19
Saturday, December 12, 2020
Zec 2:14-17 or Rv 11:19a; 12:1-6a, 10ab/Lk 1:26-38 or Lk 1:39-47
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
Stewardship ReflEctions
From our Stewardship Council
Second Sunday of Advent
“Prepare the way of the Lord…” - MARK 1:3
We are all called to live a holy life. We are all called to invite others to live holy lives. Living a stewardship lifestyle, being grateful and generous with our gifts, puts us on the path to holiness and is an example for others to be holy, too. We are responsible not only for our own lives, but for the lives of others as well.
“Prepare the way of the Lord…” - MARK 1:3
We are all called to live a holy life. We are all called to invite others to live holy lives. Living a stewardship lifestyle, being grateful and generous with our gifts, puts us on the path to holiness and is an example for others to be holy, too. We are responsible not only for our own lives, but for the lives of others as well.
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Segundo Domingo de Adviento
"Preparen el camino del Señor ..." - MARCOS 1: 3
Todos estamos llamados a vivir una vida santa. Todos estamos llamados a invitar a otros a vivir vidas santas. Vivir un estilo de vida de corresponsabilidad, ser agradecidos y generosos con nuestros dones, nos pone en el camino de la santidad y es un ejemplo para que otros también sean santos. Somos responsables no solo de nuestras propias vidas, sino también de las vidas de los demás.
"Preparen el camino del Señor ..." - MARCOS 1: 3
Todos estamos llamados a vivir una vida santa. Todos estamos llamados a invitar a otros a vivir vidas santas. Vivir un estilo de vida de corresponsabilidad, ser agradecidos y generosos con nuestros dones, nos pone en el camino de la santidad y es un ejemplo para que otros también sean santos. Somos responsables no solo de nuestras propias vidas, sino también de las vidas de los demás.
Children's PRayer
From our Minister of religious Education
Sharing the Gospel
John the Baptist had an important message. When you make sinful mistakes, and when you turn away from God, stop. Learn from your mistakes, and do things God's way. Were you bossy or rude? Be thoughtful and kind. Did you tell a lie? Be honest instead. God wants you to share his love with other people.
Prayer
Jesus, help me to learn from my mistakes. Thank you for forgiving me.
Something to Draw
Draw a picture of yourself being kind to a friend.
Mission for the Week
Ask your family if you have hurt their feelings. Ask them to forgive you.
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John the Baptist had an important message. When you make sinful mistakes, and when you turn away from God, stop. Learn from your mistakes, and do things God's way. Were you bossy or rude? Be thoughtful and kind. Did you tell a lie? Be honest instead. God wants you to share his love with other people.
Prayer
Jesus, help me to learn from my mistakes. Thank you for forgiving me.
Something to Draw
Draw a picture of yourself being kind to a friend.
Mission for the Week
Ask your family if you have hurt their feelings. Ask them to forgive you.
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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. Juan Diego
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Dates: 1474-1548
Feast Day: December 9 Baptized at about age 50, this Mexican Indian was walking to Mass on December 9, 1531, when Mary appeared to him on Tepeyac Hill, near Mexico City. Speaking in his native language of Náhuatl, she asked him to petition the bishop for a shrine to be built there. But the bishop asked for a sign. On December 12, Juan returned to Tepeyac; Mary told him to pick flowers blooming atop the hill and put them in his cloak to take to the bishop. When Juan opened the cloak, the flowers fell out and the image of Our Lady of Guadalupe adorned his garment. This miraculous image is preserved in the famous basilica in Mexico City. Juan lived out his days as a hermit near the first chapel built there; he was canonized in 2002. Copyright © 2017, Catholic News Service–United States Conference of Catholic Bishops, Washington, DC. All rights reserved. San Juan Diego
1474-1548 Día de fiesta—9 de Diciembre Este indígena mexicano fue bautizado cuando tenía alrededor de 50 años y, el 9 de diciembre de 1531 cuando se dirigía a Misa, se le apareció María en el cerro Tepeyac, cerca de la ciudad de México. Ella le habló en Náhuatl, la lengua nativa de Juan Diego y le pidió que él le solicitara al obispo que se construyera un santuario en ese lugar. Pero el obispo le dijo que le diera una señal. El 12 de diciembre, Juan Diego regresó a Tepeyac; María le dijo que recogiera en su manto las flores que estaban floreciendo en lo alto del cerro y que se las llevara al obispo. Cuando Juan Diego abrió su manto, las flores cayeron al suelo y la imagen de Nuestra Señora de Guadalupe adornaba el manto. Esta imagen milagrosa se conserva en la famosa basílica de la ciudad de México. Juan Diego vivió el resto de su vida como un ermitaño cerca a la primera capilla construida allí; él fue canonizado en el 2002. Copyright ©2019 Catholic News Service-United States Conference of Catholic Bishops, Washington, DC. Todos los derechos reservados. CNS photo/The Crosiers Gene Plaisted |
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Saint of the Month
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A Message from Fr. Mark: Our October SAINT OF THE MONTH is St. Francis of Assisi. There are several beautiful videos about St. Francis in Formed.org (FREE for our parishioners). Hello, parents of our children’s catechism program (Family of Faith). On the website Formed.org there are several films and documentaries about St. Francis of Assisi (our saint of the month for October), including a cartoon version for children! Watching this together can be part of your children’s catechism for this year! But before watching the cartoon on with your children, you may want to watch their documentary so that you can have an understanding and be able to explain it to your children. My favorite full-length film about St. Francis is unfortunately not available to us for free on Formed.org. It is the 1989 film with Mickey Rourke as St. Francis. I prefer this film because it realistically shows the hardships of the life of poverty embraced by St. Francis (Zeffirelli’s 1972 film is too flowery and fanciful!) Fr. Mark There are 3 easy steps for new parishioners to Sign Up on FORMED:
If you are already a member of FORMED, then click here to access their website (then click 'Sign In' located in the upper right corner of the screen). Available on FORMED.ORG Movie: A Sign of Contradiction http://watch.formed.org/videos/st-francis-of-assisi-sign-of-contradiction Cartoon: The Knight of Assisi http://watch.formed.org/videos/francis-the-knight-of-assisi Available on YouTube (Rent or Buy) Movie: Francesco https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gboS5nyNajQ Francesco is a 1989 docu-drama relating in flashback St. Francis of Assisi's evolution from rich man's son to religious humanitarian and finally to a full-fledged saint. The film was based on Hermann Hesse's Francis of Assisi, which director Liliana Cavani had previously filmed in 1966. It was shot in the Italian region of Abruzzo and it stars Mickey Rourke and Helena Bonham Carter. Greek composer, Vangelis, provided the musical score. |
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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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Download our new FREE app for iPhone and Android smartphones. We expect the features and capabilities of our new app to foster a stronger sense of community and faith in the daily lives of all parishioners. Descargue nuestra nueva aplicación parroquial HOY!. Esperamos que las características y capacidades de nuestra nueva aplicación fomenten un sentido más fuerte de comunidad y fe en la vida diaria de todos los feligreses. |
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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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Thank you for your consideration and support!
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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 December 2020,
click here (English). To read Bishop Cotta's Monthly Reflection for December 2020, click here (Spanish). |
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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
School of Ministry:
Registration is open for the next course cycle of the Introduction to Theology for Ministry (ITM) and Theology and Leadership for Ministry (TLM) through the School of Ministry - University of Dayton Partnership.
The following courses are currently open for registration:
Introduction to Theology for Ministry (English section): Catholic Beliefs (5 weeks)
Introduction to Theology for Ministry (Spanish section): Fundamentos de la Fe (5 weeks)
Theology and Leadership for Ministry (English section): Old Testament (5 weeks)
Theology and Leadership for Ministry (Spanish section): Antiguo Testamento (5 weeks)
For more information, please call the School of Ministry office at 209-466-0636 or email at som@stocktondiocese.org.
Registration is open for the next course cycle of the Introduction to Theology for Ministry (ITM) and Theology and Leadership for Ministry (TLM) through the School of Ministry - University of Dayton Partnership.
The following courses are currently open for registration:
Introduction to Theology for Ministry (English section): Catholic Beliefs (5 weeks)
Introduction to Theology for Ministry (Spanish section): Fundamentos de la Fe (5 weeks)
Theology and Leadership for Ministry (English section): Old Testament (5 weeks)
Theology and Leadership for Ministry (Spanish section): Antiguo Testamento (5 weeks)
For more information, please call the School of Ministry office at 209-466-0636 or email at som@stocktondiocese.org.
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