MEssage from our Ministers8th Sunday in Ordinary Time
The fruit of a tree shows the care it has had; so too does one’s speech disclose the bent of one’s mind. - Sirach 27:6
It is good to give thanks to the Lord, to sing praise to your name, Most High, to proclaim your kindness. . . and your faithfulness. . . . - Psalm 92:2-3 . . . be firm, steadfast, always devoted to the work of the Lord, knowing that in the Lord your labor is not in vain. - 1 Corinthians 15:58 . . . for from the fulness of the heart the mouth speaks. - Luke 6:45 St. James reminds us that “the tongue is a small member and yet has great pretensions. . . . From the same mouth come blessing and cursing” (James 3:5, 10). When computers were first introduced, the acronym GIGO was used: Good in, good out / garbage in, garbage out. Similarly, if we harbor rancor and ill will, then from the store of our hearts will come forth rancor and ill will. If we have kindness and faithfulness in our hearts, then kindness and faithfulness will shine forth. As we are fast approaching Lent, perhaps it would serve us well to reflect on what is in our hearts and what is not. Let us ask God to cleanse us from our sin and to create within us a new heart (Ps 51: 4, 12). 
Octavo Domingo del Tiempo Ordinario "6. El fruto manifiesta el cultivo del árbol; así la palabra, el del pensamiento del corazón humano." - Eclesiástico, 27 - Bíblia Católica Online "2. Bueno es dar gracias a Yahveh, y salmodiar a tu nombre, Altísimo" - Salmos, 92 - Bíblia Católica Online. . . "publicar tu amor por la mañana" . . . "hermanos míos amados, manteneos firmes, inconmovibles, progresando siempre en la obra del Señor, conscientes de que vuestro trabajo no es vano el el Señor." - I Corintios, 15 - Bíblia Católica Online . . . "Porque de lo que rebosa el corazón habla su boca." - Lucas, 6 - Bíblia Católica Online Santiago nos recuerda que “la lengua es un miembro pequeño y sin embargo tiene grandes pretensiones. . . . De una misma boca salen bendición y maldición” (Santiago 3:5, 10). Cuando se introdujeron las computadoras por primera vez, se utilizó el acrónimo GIGO: Good in, good out (bueno entra/ bueno sale), / trash in, trash out (basura entra/basura sale). De manera similar, si albergamos rencor y mala voluntad, entonces de la reserva de nuestro corazón surgirá el rencor y la mala voluntad. Si tenemos bondad y fidelidad en nuestros corazones, entonces la bondad y la fidelidad resplandecerán. A medida que nos acercamos rápidamente a la Cuaresma, tal vez nos convendría reflexionar sobre lo que hay en nuestro corazón y lo que no. Pidámosle a Dios que nos limpie de nuestro pecado y cree en nosotros un corazón nuevo (Sal 51, 4, 12). ACT OF SPIRITUAL COMMUNION by: St. Alphonsus Liguori 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. PUBLIC CELEBRATION OF MASS - COVID-19
ALL MASSES WILL BE INSIDE THE CHURCH. Bring your own chair to sit outside if you are uncomfortable being inside, if the church fills up (more pews will be available). The Sunday, 10:30 AM and 7:00 PM (Spanish) Masses, 7:00 AM Daily Masses, Weekday Spanish Masses, and Eucharistic Adoration will be livestreamed on our Facebook page. After the celebration, the recordings will also be available on our YouTube channel and website.
SUNDAY MASS
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. Continuaremos celebrando las Misas de 10:30 am y 2:15 pm afuera frente al Centro Comunitario. Todos los demás se celebrarán adentro. Traiga su propia silla para sentarse afuera si no se siente cómodo estando adentro, si la iglesia se llena, y para todas las celebraciones al aire libre. Se transmitirán en vivo en nuestra página de Facebook. Después de la celebración, las grabaciones también estarán disponibles en nuestro sitio web y canal de YouTube.
MISA DOMINICAL
MISA DIARIA
MISA EN ESPAÑOL LOS DÍAS DE LA SEMANA
ADORACÍON EUCHARÍSTICA
CONFESIÓN
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. 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. 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. 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. FR. MARK'S REFLECTIONS AND ARTICLES / REFLEXIONES Y ARTÍCULOS DEL P. MARK
Gospel Meditation
How to Live Lent In today’s Gospel Jesus gives us an idea on how to spend the 40 days of Lent, which begins this week on Ash Wednesday. He says: “A good tree does not bear rotten fruit, nor does a rotten tree bear good fruit. For every tree is known by its own fruit.” (Luke 6:43-44) Sometimes, a tree must be pruned in order for it to bear more fruit. That is Lent. Lent is a time when we cut out some of the superfluous things in our lives which are not helping us to grow in the love of God and to produce good fruits of love of neighbor. That is why we make resolutions for lent. We decide what we might “give up” for lent. We might decide to skip a meal on Fridays, or to give up sweets or meats or media for the entire forty days. We also make a commitment to sacrifice some of our free time in order to increase our prayer life. We might decide to make time for more frequent confessions and Communions, rosaries, and spiritual reading. None of this is obligatory, except for the fact that we must abstain from meat on Fridays during Lent, and that we must fast on Ash Wednesday and Good Friday. Here are the regulations from the USCCB regarding fasting and abstinence during Lent:
From the beginning, God commanded some fasting, and sin entered into the world because Adam and Eve broke the fast.
Christ in the Wilderness. Ivan Kramskoi, Public domain, via Wikimedia Commons
MEDITACIÓN EVANGÉLICO Como Vivir la Cuaresma En el Evangelio de hoy Jesús nos da una idea de cómo pasar los 40 días de Cuaresma, que comienza esta semana el Miércoles de Ceniza. Él dice: “No hay árbol bueno que dé frutos malos, ni tampoco árbol malo que dé frutos buenos. 44 Cada árbol se conoce por sus frutos.” (Lucas 6:43-44) A veces, un árbol debe ser podado para que dé más fruto. Eso es Cuaresma. La Cuaresma es un tiempo en el que eliminamos algunas cosas superfluas de nuestra vida que no nos ayudan a crecer en el amor de Dios ya producir buenos frutos de amor al prójimo. Por eso hacemos resoluciones para la cuaresma. Decidimos lo que podríamos "renunciar" para la cuaresma. Podríamos decidir saltarnos una comida los viernes, o renunciar a los dulces, las carnes o los alimentos durante los cuarenta días completos. También nos comprometemos a sacrificar parte de nuestro tiempo libre para aumentar nuestra vida de oración. Podríamos decidir hacer tiempo para confesiones y comuniones más frecuentes, rosarios y lectura espiritual. Nada de esto es obligatorio, excepto que debemos abstenernos de comer carne los viernes durante la cuaresma, y debemos ayunar el Miércoles de Ceniza y el Viernes Santo. Aquí están las regulaciones de la USCCB en cuanto al ayuno y la abstinencia durante la Cuaresma:
La tradición cristiana puede nombrar al menos siete razones para ayunar:
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.
Andrew Cisneros
Barbara Gibson Crystal Prado Dan Lucchesi Ed Tracy Eimelda Tamez Evelina Talampas-Rojas Flordeliza Paguio Frank Ramalho Gail Galela George Reyes Herman " Tony" Herrera Idalia Marquez Jose Lua Maria Silva Michael Copeland Panfilo H. Herrera Ruben Escalante Salvador Tapia 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 iNTENTIONSSunday, February 27, 2022
Monday, February 28, 2022
Tuesday, March 1, 2022
Wednesday, March 2, 2022 - Ash Wednesday
Thursday, March 3, 2022
Friday, March 4, 2022
Saturday, March 5, 2022
iN rEMEMBRANCE OF
iN REMEMBRANCE OF THOSE WHO HAVE GONE BEFORE USTom Cisper Tess Agatep Norma Womack Baby Joshua Christopher Oliveros Jacinto Garcia Delia Stever Thomas Theodore (Tom) Patla Ronald Eugene Mendoza, Sr. Gail B. Flores Lourdes Udo Fe Anonuevo Abrigo Becky Ellen Montell Mark Cisper Leonila Zabala Renee Abdallah Joseph Oliver Chandler Shepherd (Joey) Barbara Engstrom Vernon D'Souza Harmonia Menez Martinez Evangelina Maldonado Joan Leonard Sharon Avila Noelidesto V. Obrero Bernardino Montoya Loretta Rachel Dennis Johnson Nilo Ayong Maximo Enad Barbara Wallace Danny Gonzales Ruth O'Dougherty Jennifer Parkinson Michael McCluskey Agustin Velasco Rita Dela Conchita Estrella John Freitas Prayer of the Faithful
We pray that we use God’s gifts in the way He intended to bear good fruit and for the glory of His name. Oramos para que utilicemos los dones de Dios de la manera que Él quiere para proteger los buenos frutos y la gloria de Su nombre. |
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gROW yOUR fAITH
rEADINGS FOR THE weEK
From the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops (USCCB)
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Sunday, February 27, 2022 - 8th Sunday in Ordinary Time
Sir 27:4-7/1 Cor 15:54-58/Lk 6:39-45
Monday, February 28, 2022
1 Pt 1:3-9/Mk 10:17-27
Tuesday, March 1, 2022
1 Pt 1:10-16/Mk 10:28-31
Wednesday, March 2, 2022 - ASH WEDNESDAY
Jl 2:12-18/2 Cor 5:20—6:2/Mt 6:1-6, 16-18
Thursday, March 3, 2022
Dt 30:15-20/Lk 9:22-25
Friday, March 4, 2022
Is 58:1-9a/Mt 9:14-15
Saturday, March 5, 2022
Is 58:9b-14/Lk 5:27-32
Sunday, March 6, 2022 - 1st Sunday of Lent
Dt 26:4-10/Rom 10:8-13/Lk 4:1-13
Sunday, February 27, 2022 - 8th Sunday in Ordinary Time
Sir 27:4-7/1 Cor 15:54-58/Lk 6:39-45
Monday, February 28, 2022
1 Pt 1:3-9/Mk 10:17-27
Tuesday, March 1, 2022
1 Pt 1:10-16/Mk 10:28-31
Wednesday, March 2, 2022 - ASH WEDNESDAY
Jl 2:12-18/2 Cor 5:20—6:2/Mt 6:1-6, 16-18
Thursday, March 3, 2022
Dt 30:15-20/Lk 9:22-25
Friday, March 4, 2022
Is 58:1-9a/Mt 9:14-15
Saturday, March 5, 2022
Is 58:9b-14/Lk 5:27-32
Sunday, March 6, 2022 - 1st Sunday of Lent
Dt 26:4-10/Rom 10:8-13/Lk 4:1-13
Stewardship ReflEctions
From our Stewardship Council
8th Sunday in Ordinary Time
“A good tree does not bear rotten fruit, nor does a rotten tree bear good fruit.” - Luke 6:43
Are you using your gifts in the way God intended? Have you asked God how He would like you to use them? Do you compare yourself to others and complain about what you don’t have instead of being thankful for what you do have? God gives each of us unique gifts and a unique plan. Listen to how God is calling you to use your gifts, to bear good fruit, for the glory of His name.
“A good tree does not bear rotten fruit, nor does a rotten tree bear good fruit.” - Luke 6:43
Are you using your gifts in the way God intended? Have you asked God how He would like you to use them? Do you compare yourself to others and complain about what you don’t have instead of being thankful for what you do have? God gives each of us unique gifts and a unique plan. Listen to how God is calling you to use your gifts, to bear good fruit, for the glory of His name.
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8° Domingo del Tiempo Ordinario
“Ningún árbol bueno produce frutos malos, y ningún árbol malo produce frutos buenos.” - Lucas 6:43
¿Está usando sus dones en la manera que Dios quiere? ¿Le ha preguntado a Dios como quiere Él que los use? ¿Usted se compara con otras personas y se queja acerca de lo que no tiene, en lugar de agradecer por lo que tiene? Dios nos da a cada uno de nosotros dones particulares y un plan único. Escuche como Dios nos llama a utilizar nuestros dones, a dar buenos frutos, para la gloria de Su nombre.
“Ningún árbol bueno produce frutos malos, y ningún árbol malo produce frutos buenos.” - Lucas 6:43
¿Está usando sus dones en la manera que Dios quiere? ¿Le ha preguntado a Dios como quiere Él que los use? ¿Usted se compara con otras personas y se queja acerca de lo que no tiene, en lugar de agradecer por lo que tiene? Dios nos da a cada uno de nosotros dones particulares y un plan único. Escuche como Dios nos llama a utilizar nuestros dones, a dar buenos frutos, para la gloria de Su nombre.
Children's PRayer
From our Minister of religious Education
Sharing the Gospel
Let's pretend we're looking through a "blind" eye with a log stuck in it. You see how good you are compared to everybody else. You see other people stuck in sin, and you avoid them or hurt them with your words. Now let's take that log out and look through a good eye. You see your own sins, and you know you need God's kindness and forgiveness. You see other people stuck in sin, and you show God's kindness and forgiveness to them.
Prayer
God, keep my eyes open to see my sins and your kindness. Give me a good heart.
Something to Draw
Draw a picture of one good eye and one bad eye with a log in it.
Mission for the Week
When you catch someone in sin (stealing, lying, using hurtful words) be kind. Remember your own sins, and show God's forgiveness.
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Let's pretend we're looking through a "blind" eye with a log stuck in it. You see how good you are compared to everybody else. You see other people stuck in sin, and you avoid them or hurt them with your words. Now let's take that log out and look through a good eye. You see your own sins, and you know you need God's kindness and forgiveness. You see other people stuck in sin, and you show God's kindness and forgiveness to them.
Prayer
God, keep my eyes open to see my sins and your kindness. Give me a good heart.
Something to Draw
Draw a picture of one good eye and one bad eye with a log in it.
Mission for the Week
When you catch someone in sin (stealing, lying, using hurtful words) be kind. Remember your own sins, and show God's forgiveness.
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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.
-St. Alphonsus Liguori
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.
-St. Alphonsus Liguori
For more resources on Spiritual Communion, click here.
saINT OF THE wEEK
Saint Gabriel Possenti
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March 1, 1838 - February 27, 1862
Feast Day: February 27 As a disciple of St. John, the Evangelist, St. Polycarp was able to hear about Jesus’ life, death, and resurrection directly from those who witnessed it. Because Polycarp was ordained as Bishop of Smyrna by St. John, he is one of three chief Apostolic Fathers along with Clement of Rome and Ignatius of Antioch. During his life, Polycarp defended the Church against heresies. His important writing, the Letter to the Philippians, quoted the Gospels and Acts of the Apostles, stressing Paul’s authority in the Church and setting out clear arguments against the gnostic heresy that denied Christ’s divinity. The early period of the Church was a dangerous time to be a Christian and like many, St. Polycarp was martyred. He was captured by Romans and sentenced to burn at the stake. However, the fire did not touch him; instead, it rose up like sails around him. Seeing that the flames would not injure Polycarp, the Romans stabbed him instead. The Martyrdom of Polycarp is perhaps the earliest fully preserved account of a Christian martyr. "Though you do not see him, you believe, and in believing there is unspeakable joy." - St. Polycarp ©LPi |
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San Gabriel Possenti
1 de marzo de 1838 - 17 de febrero de 1862
Día de fiesta — 27 de febrero
Fancesco Possenti, el onceavo de 13 hijos de un distinguido abogado italiano que sirvió en los Estados Pontificios, era un joven brillante y alegre a pesar de haber perdido a su madre a los 4 años de edad. Mientras estudiaba en el colegio jesuita en Spoleto, dos veces enfermó gravemente y prometió convertirse en religioso si es que se recuperaba. Aunque sintió el llamado para servir al Señor a través del sacerdocio, se tardó un poco en responder a ese sentimiento. Solo luego del fallecimiento de su hermana favorita en 1856, Francesco ingresó al noviciado pasionista tomando el nombre de Gabriel de Nuestra Señora de los Dolores. A él se le conocía por ser extraordinariamente paciente y bueno, realizando con un espíritu alegre todo lo que se esperaba de él. Desafortunadamente, nunca
llegó a la ordenación ya que falleció de tuberculosis a los 24 años de edad. San Gabriel Possenti fue canonizado en 1920 y es el Patrón de los clérigos y de la juventud.
“Mi via es una Delicia continua; lo que experiment dentro de estos muros sagrados es casi inexpresable; las 24 horas instantes cortos; realmente mi via está llena de deleite”. - San Gabriel Possenti
La cita fue traducida de los escritos originales de San Gabriel en italiano. Ghezzi, B. (2000). The Voices of the Saints: A Year of Readings. Double Day Press. New York. Copyright © 2020, Catholic News Service-United States Conference of Catholic Bishops, Washington, DC. Todos los derechos reservados.
1 de marzo de 1838 - 17 de febrero de 1862
Día de fiesta — 27 de febrero
Fancesco Possenti, el onceavo de 13 hijos de un distinguido abogado italiano que sirvió en los Estados Pontificios, era un joven brillante y alegre a pesar de haber perdido a su madre a los 4 años de edad. Mientras estudiaba en el colegio jesuita en Spoleto, dos veces enfermó gravemente y prometió convertirse en religioso si es que se recuperaba. Aunque sintió el llamado para servir al Señor a través del sacerdocio, se tardó un poco en responder a ese sentimiento. Solo luego del fallecimiento de su hermana favorita en 1856, Francesco ingresó al noviciado pasionista tomando el nombre de Gabriel de Nuestra Señora de los Dolores. A él se le conocía por ser extraordinariamente paciente y bueno, realizando con un espíritu alegre todo lo que se esperaba de él. Desafortunadamente, nunca
llegó a la ordenación ya que falleció de tuberculosis a los 24 años de edad. San Gabriel Possenti fue canonizado en 1920 y es el Patrón de los clérigos y de la juventud.
“Mi via es una Delicia continua; lo que experiment dentro de estos muros sagrados es casi inexpresable; las 24 horas instantes cortos; realmente mi via está llena de deleite”. - San Gabriel Possenti
La cita fue traducida de los escritos originales de San Gabriel en italiano. Ghezzi, B. (2000). The Voices of the Saints: A Year of Readings. Double Day Press. New York. Copyright © 2020, Catholic News Service-United States Conference of Catholic Bishops, Washington, DC. Todos los derechos reservados.
Happening Now
In Our Parish
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The Natural Family Planning Session with Fr. Mark that was scheduled for March 1st has been postponed to Tuesday, March 8th, from 8:00 to 9:00 pm.
All married persons are welcome to join Fr. Mark for a bilingual virtual presentation about the benefits and effectiveness of Natural Family Planning. This course will be presented in a Zoom meeting on Tuesday, March 8 from 8:00 to 9:00 pm. |
La Sesión de Planificación Familiar Natural con el Padre March que estaba prevista para el 1 de marzo se ha aplazado al martes 8 de marzo de 8:00 a 9:00 p.m.
Todas las personas casadas pueden escuchar el Padre Mark para una presentación virtual bilingüe sobre los beneficios y la eficacia de la planificación familiar natural. Este curso se presentará en una reunión de Zoom el martes 8 de marzo de 8:00 a 9:00 pm. |
Respect Life Ministry
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MINISTERIO RESPETO A LA VIDA
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Synod
Visit our "Synod" webpage for more details on this exciting and profound mission we have been called to participate in.
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"Jesus: The Way, the Truth, and the Life Study Set" (Includes: book, workbook, timeline chart, online access for one year) Purchase through Ascension Press by clicking here. "Jesus: The Way, the Truth, and the Life Book" (Book only) Purchase through Ascension Press by clicking here. |
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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. Click here to get the app from your phone or tablet. 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:
Printed bulletins are currently not available per the guidance of the public health officials and our diocese. |
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It's not too late to place an advertisement in our bulletins! The ad section will be included in the online and emailed version which means your ad will reach even more people!
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!
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
School Happenings
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Prayer for our School
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.
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
Bishop Cotta's Corner
BISHOP COTTA'S MONTHLY REFLECTION
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To read Bishop Cotta's Monthly Reflection for the New Year,
click here (English). To read Bishop Cotta's Monthly Reflection for the New Year, 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
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School of Ministry
Cycle 1 of the University of Dayton’s Virtual Learning Community for Faith Formation (VLCFF) courses will be starting soon!
The online courses at Dayton University that match the Introduction to Theology for Ministry (ITM) course provide lay ecclesial ministers with the essential teaching of the Catholic Church, as well as, introduce them to the sacramental and spiritual life of the church. These online courses give a basic theological foundation for ministry. This is a one-year course consisting of 7 cycles.
Registration for Cycle 1 closes on January 12, 2022.
This cycle runs from January 16, 2022 to February 19, 2022.
The School of Ministry and University of Dayton VLCFF Partnership is open to ALL in the Diocese of Stockton. Aside from the courses mentioned above, Cycle 1 offers other courses for on-going formation. For more information, please contact the School of Ministry office at 209-466-0636 or email at
som@stocktondiocese.org.
Cycle 1 of the University of Dayton’s Virtual Learning Community for Faith Formation (VLCFF) courses will be starting soon!
The online courses at Dayton University that match the Introduction to Theology for Ministry (ITM) course provide lay ecclesial ministers with the essential teaching of the Catholic Church, as well as, introduce them to the sacramental and spiritual life of the church. These online courses give a basic theological foundation for ministry. This is a one-year course consisting of 7 cycles.
Registration for Cycle 1 closes on January 12, 2022.
This cycle runs from January 16, 2022 to February 19, 2022.
The School of Ministry and University of Dayton VLCFF Partnership is open to ALL in the Diocese of Stockton. Aside from the courses mentioned above, Cycle 1 offers other courses for on-going formation. For more information, please contact the School of Ministry office at 209-466-0636 or email at
som@stocktondiocese.org.
Evangelization & Faith Formation
Virtual Catechist Specialization Course
The Office of Evangelization & Faith Formation is offering a catechist specialization course. Sessions are offered virtually via Zoom. You do not need to have experience with the use of electronics. They will offer a basic training on how to connect virtually through your phone, computer, laptop, iPad or tablet.
Class Time: 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm
Orientation: January 19, 2022
Virtual Class Dates (Wednesdays): January 26, 2022 | February 2, 9, 16, 23, 2022 | March 2, 9, 16, 23, 2022
Retreat: March 30, 2022
Cost: $75.00 per person. Registration Deadline: January 5, 2022. You will need to purchase or download the New Directory for Catechesis.
For more information, visit https://EFF@stocktondiocese.org/ongoingformation-1 or contact Graciela or Leticia at the Diocese of Stockton (209) 466-0636 or email your questions to EFF@stocktondiocese.org.
Virtual Catechist Specialization Course
The Office of Evangelization & Faith Formation is offering a catechist specialization course. Sessions are offered virtually via Zoom. You do not need to have experience with the use of electronics. They will offer a basic training on how to connect virtually through your phone, computer, laptop, iPad or tablet.
Class Time: 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm
Orientation: January 19, 2022
Virtual Class Dates (Wednesdays): January 26, 2022 | February 2, 9, 16, 23, 2022 | March 2, 9, 16, 23, 2022
Retreat: March 30, 2022
Cost: $75.00 per person. Registration Deadline: January 5, 2022. You will need to purchase or download the New Directory for Catechesis.
For more information, visit https://EFF@stocktondiocese.org/ongoingformation-1 or contact Graciela or Leticia at the Diocese of Stockton (209) 466-0636 or email your questions to EFF@stocktondiocese.org.
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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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