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Unite with Pope Francis, all the Bishops, and Catholic Faithful around the world by praying the Act of Consecration!
¡Únase con el Papa Francisco, todos los Obispos y los fieles Católicos de todo el mundo rezando el Acto de Consagración! Full Prayer from the Diocese of Stockton (English and Spanish) |
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I am the Lord. . . . - Genesis 15:7
Wait for the Lord with courage; be stouthearted and wait for the Lord. - Psalm 27:14 . . . stand firm in the Lord. - Philippians 4:1 . . . This is my chosen Son; listen to him. - Luke 9:35 These verbs encourage us to act. Sometimes waiting seems like not acting. We grow impatient because we do not yet have an answer. We are uncertain and can become fearful, fidgety, frustrated. We are encouraged to stand firm and to wait. Standing and waiting do not look or feel like acting. They look and feel like being still and not doing anything, just being. During Lent we are asked to pray, fast, and give alms. Tied in with these actions is the need to be still, silent and to wait, to listen. Listening is an active stance. It calls for presence, awareness, alertness. Let us carve out time to be still and to listen to God speaking to us, drawing us into deeper relationship. Then our acting will be from a place of being in God. 
Segundo Domingo de Cuaresma "Yo soy Yahveh" - Génesis, 15 - Bíblia Católica Online "14.Espera en Yahveh, ten valor y firme corazón, espera en Yahveh." - Salmos, 27 - Bíblia Católica Online . . ."manteneos así firmes en el Señor," - Filipenses, 4 - Bíblia Católica Online . . . "«Este es mi Hijo, mi Elegido; escuchadle.»" - Lucas, 9 - Bíblia Católica Online Estos verbos nos animan a actuar. A veces esperar pareciera ser, no actuar. Nos impacientamos porque aún no tenemos una respuesta. No estamos seguros y podemos volvernos temerosos, inquietos, frustrados. Se nos anima a mantenernos firmes y a esperar. Estar de pie y esperar no parece o no se siente como tomar acción. El estar quietos y sin hacer nada, se ve y se siente como simplemente estar existiendo. Durante la Cuaresma se nos pide orar, ayunar y dar ofrendas. Ligada a estas acciones está la necesidad de mantenerse en paz, en silencio y esperar, para escuchar. Escuchar es una postura activa. Requiere presencia, conciencia, alerta. Busquemos tiempo para estar quietos y escuchar a Dios hablándonos, llevándonos a una relación más profunda. Entonces nuestro actuar será, desde un lugar estando estando en presencia de Dios. 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
THE Way I have been our pastor for almost three years, and Pope Francis has been our pope for nine years today.* You’ve grown accustomed to us, and, like-it-or-not, you’re stuck with us for an indefinite time to come! The only way forward is to work together for a better future for the Church! In scripture, the word “way” always means a desert way. All roads led through the desert. The way of Israel was the Exodus. In the Old Testament, the most important event was the Exodus, and the most important person was Moses. Their only way forward was to look back at how their nation was born in the desert. There were many journeys through the desert that are described in the Old Testament, but the Exodus was “THE Journey” par excellence! At the beginning of Lent, we always hear the story of the Transfiguration. In Luke’s Gospel, the glorious Transfiguration on Mount Tabor was the beginning of Jesus’ long march toward his passion on that hill in Jerusalem (ten chapters: Luke 9-19). It is interesting that Luke writes about the Transfiguration using the words of Moses on Mount Sinai at the beginning of his long march to the promised land: “up the mountain,” “glory cloud,” “they entered the cloud,” “voice calling out from the cloud,” “people afraid,” “Moses spoke to God/Jesus,” “face shining” (compare Luke 9:28-35 with Exodus 24:15-18 and Exodus 34:29-30). It is obvious that Luke was trying to tell us that Jesus is the “New Moses” whom we must follow through the difficult desert of this life! This weekend our Synod Listening Sessions will mark the beginning of a new “way” for us here at Presentation Parish. We will try to listen to each other and to walk together on the “same path” (“syn”+ “hodos”) toward a better future. We will try not to be like the Israelites who grumbled and complained in the desert, but rather we will respectfully share our ideas as we allow ourselves to be led by our one Good Shepherd who is THE Way! Sincerely, Fr. Mark *While checking for the exact date, I found out that it was today (elected March 13, 2013)!
MEDITACIÓN EVANGÉLICO EL Camino Ya son tres años que soy el párroco de nuestra parroquia, y hoy son nueve años que el Papa Francisco es pastor de la Iglesia universal.* ¡Ya se acostumbraron de nosotros y, guste o no, ¡nos tendrán que aguantar por un tiempo más! ¡No hay remedio sino caminar juntos hacia el futuro! En la Biblia, la palabra “camino” siempre significa un camino por el desierto. Todos los caminos conducían a través del desierto. Pero para los Israelitas, hubo un camino más importante y memorable: el EXODO. El Éxodo con Moisés a través del desierto hacia la tierra prometido era para ellos el camino más impresionante. El Éxodo era EL camino. En el Antiguo Testamento, el evento más importante fue el Éxodo, y la persona más importante fue Moisés. Los Israelitas nunca pensaron en el futuro sin recordar el pasado. Su nación se formó en el desierto con Moisés. Fueron muchos los viajes mencionados en el Antiguo Testamento, ¡pero el Éxodo fue “EL Viaje” por excelencia! Al comienzo de la Cuaresma, leemos cada año el Evangelio de la Transfiguración. En el Evangelio de Lucas, la gloriosa Transfiguración en el monte Tabor fue el comienzo del viaje larga de Jesús al monte de Jerusalén donde sufrirá su pasión (diez capítulos: Lucas 9-19). Es muy interesante ver la manera en que San Lucas escribe su narración de la Transfiguración de Jesús. Lucas utilizó las mismas palabras que se usaron en el libro de Éxodo. San Lucas utiliza palabras tomadas de la historia de la gloriosa visión que vio Moisés en el Monte Sinaí al comienzo de su larga marcha hacia la tierra prometida: “subió a un monte”, “nube gloriosa”, “envueltos por la nube”, “De la nube salió una voz”, “se llenaron de miedo”, “Moisés conversó con Dios/Jesús”, “rostro resplandeciente” (comparar Lucas 9:28-35 con Éxodo 24:15-18 y Éxodo 34:29-30). Fácilmente entendemos los que San Lucas quiere señalar: que Jesús es el “Nuevo Moisés” a quien debemos seguir por el desierto difícil de esta vida. Hoy es también el día de la primera “Sesión de Escucha” para el Sínodo. Hoy marca el primer dia de un nuevo "camino" para nosotros aquí en la Parroquia de la Presentación de la Santísima Virgen Maria. Vamos a tratar de escucharnos unos a otros para caminar juntos por el “mismo camino” (“syn”+ “hodos”) hacia un futuro mejor. No queremos ser como los israelitas que nada mas murmuraban y se quejaban en el desierto. Más bien queremos conversar con respeto y compartir nuestra ideas sobre el futuro de nuestra parroquia. Queremos caminar juntos, guiados por Jesús, quien es el único Buen Pastor y el único Camino! En Cristo, Padre Mark *Averiguando la fecha, descubrí que era hoy! (fue elegido el 13 de marzo, 2022) 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 Eimelda Tamez Evelina Talampas-Rojas Flordeliza Paguio Frank Ramalho Gail Galela George Reyes Herman " Tony" Herrera Idalia Marquez Jose Lua Lillian Martinez Maria Silva Michael Copeland Panfilo H. Herrera Rachel Rossiter 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, March 13, 2022
Monday, March 14, 2022
Tuesday, March 15, 2022
Wednesday, March 16, 2022
Thursday, March 17, 2022
Friday, March 18, 2022
Saturday, March 19, 2022
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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 Liza Osian Ed Tracy Prayer of the Faithful
We pray that we invest equally in our heavenly home as we do in our earthly home. Oramos para que invirtamos en nuestra casa celestial de la misma manera en que invertimos en nuestra casa terrenal. |
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rEADINGS FOR THE weEK
From the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops (USCCB)
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Sunday, March 13, 2022 - 2nd Sunday of Lent
Gn 15:5-12, 17-18/Phil 3:17—4:1 or 3:20—4:1/Lk 9:28b-3
Monday, March 14, 2022
Dn 9:4b-10/Lk 6:36-38
Tuesday, March 15, 2022
Is 1:10, 16-20/Mt 23:1-12
Wednesday, March 16, 2022
Jer 18:18-20/Mt 20:17-28
Thursday, March 10, 2022
Jer 17:5-10/Lk 16:19-31
Friday, March 18, 2022
Gn 37:3-4, 12-13a, 17b-28a/Mt 21:33-43, 45-46
Saturday, March 19, 2022
2 Sm 7:4-5a, 12-14a, 16/Rom 4:13, 16-18, 22/Mt 1:16, 18-21, 24a or Lk 2:41-51a
Sunday, March 20, 2022 - 3rd Sunday of Lent
Ex 3:1-8a, 13-15/1 Cor 10:1-6, 10-12/Lk 13:1-9
Sunday, March 13, 2022 - 2nd Sunday of Lent
Gn 15:5-12, 17-18/Phil 3:17—4:1 or 3:20—4:1/Lk 9:28b-3
Monday, March 14, 2022
Dn 9:4b-10/Lk 6:36-38
Tuesday, March 15, 2022
Is 1:10, 16-20/Mt 23:1-12
Wednesday, March 16, 2022
Jer 18:18-20/Mt 20:17-28
Thursday, March 10, 2022
Jer 17:5-10/Lk 16:19-31
Friday, March 18, 2022
Gn 37:3-4, 12-13a, 17b-28a/Mt 21:33-43, 45-46
Saturday, March 19, 2022
2 Sm 7:4-5a, 12-14a, 16/Rom 4:13, 16-18, 22/Mt 1:16, 18-21, 24a or Lk 2:41-51a
Sunday, March 20, 2022 - 3rd Sunday of Lent
Ex 3:1-8a, 13-15/1 Cor 10:1-6, 10-12/Lk 13:1-9
Stewardship ReflEctions
From our Stewardship Council
2nd Sunday of Lent
“I am the Lord who brought you from Ur of the Chaldeans to give you this land as a possession.” - Genesis 15:7
Just as the Lord gave Abraham, Moses, and the Israelites a land to possess, He has also given each of us a home. Whether your home is grand or humble, it is a gift from God. Abraham prepared a great sacrifice to the Lord in gratitude for the home God gave him. How do you show your gratitude to God for the home He has given you? Do you make a sacrifice of any kind? Do you return any of your finances to God, investing equally in your eternal home just as you invest in your earthly home?
“I am the Lord who brought you from Ur of the Chaldeans to give you this land as a possession.” - Genesis 15:7
Just as the Lord gave Abraham, Moses, and the Israelites a land to possess, He has also given each of us a home. Whether your home is grand or humble, it is a gift from God. Abraham prepared a great sacrifice to the Lord in gratitude for the home God gave him. How do you show your gratitude to God for the home He has given you? Do you make a sacrifice of any kind? Do you return any of your finances to God, investing equally in your eternal home just as you invest in your earthly home?
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“Ahora he traído los primeros frutos de la tierra que tú, Señor, me has dado”. - Deuteronomio 26:10
Esta línea del Antiguo Testamento nos ofrece dos retos. Primero, ¿le entrega a Dios sus “primeros frutos”?, los primeros y mejores que usted tiene para ofrecer, ¿o le está dando lo que le sobra? Segundo, ¿se da cuenta de que todo lo que es y todo lo que tiene le ha sido dado por Dios? Pídale a Dios que le dé un corazón agradecido y generoso, cada día, y en cualquier circunstancia.
“Ahora he traído los primeros frutos de la tierra que tú, Señor, me has dado”. - Deuteronomio 26:10
Esta línea del Antiguo Testamento nos ofrece dos retos. Primero, ¿le entrega a Dios sus “primeros frutos”?, los primeros y mejores que usted tiene para ofrecer, ¿o le está dando lo que le sobra? Segundo, ¿se da cuenta de que todo lo que es y todo lo que tiene le ha sido dado por Dios? Pídale a Dios que le dé un corazón agradecido y generoso, cada día, y en cualquier circunstancia.
Children's PRayer
From our Minister of religious Education
Sharing the Gospel
One night when Jesus prayed, Jesus showed Peter, James, and John what he would look like in heaven. Jesus' face changed, and his clothes glowed brightly. Jesus even talked to Moses and Elijah, who had gone to heaven many years earlier. Jesus was different. He was from God!
Prayer
Dear Jesus, I can hardly wait to see what you really look like in heaven.
Something to Draw
Draw a picture of Jesus with bright, glowing clothes.
Mission for the Week
Find something that glows in the dark. As you see it in a dark room, imagine how brightly Jesus must have glowed.
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One night when Jesus prayed, Jesus showed Peter, James, and John what he would look like in heaven. Jesus' face changed, and his clothes glowed brightly. Jesus even talked to Moses and Elijah, who had gone to heaven many years earlier. Jesus was different. He was from God!
Prayer
Dear Jesus, I can hardly wait to see what you really look like in heaven.
Something to Draw
Draw a picture of Jesus with bright, glowing clothes.
Mission for the Week
Find something that glows in the dark. As you see it in a dark room, imagine how brightly Jesus must have glowed.
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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
St. Patrick
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Feast Day: March 17 Whether you know him as the man who brought Christianity to Ireland or simply as a reason you eat corned beef and cabbage in March, St. Patrick (415 – 493) is a well-known saint around the world. St. Patrick was born in Britain of a Romanized family. At the age of 16, he was kidnapped by Irish raiders from the villa of his father, a deacon and local official, and brought into slavery in Ireland. He spent six long years there as a herdsman, during which he turned to his faith for strength. He later escaped back to Britain on a ship, where he was eventually reunited with his family. His years of captivity changed him and brought out a zeal for God and a yearning to spread the message of Jesus Christ. Despite the constant danger of martyrdom, he continued to travel throughout Ireland where he baptized and confirmed in the name of Christ. ©LPi |
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415-493 DÍA DE FIESTA: 17 de Marzo Ya sea que lo conozca como el hombre que trajo el cristianismo a Irlanda o simplemente como la razón por la que come carne en conserva y repollo en marzo, San Patricio (415 - 493) es un santo muy conocido en todo el mundo. San Patricio nació en Gran Bretaña de una familia romanizada. A la edad de 16 años, fue secuestrado por asaltantes irlandeses de la villa de su padre, un diácono y funcionario local, y llevado como esclavo a Irlanda. Pasó allí seis largos años como pastor, durante los cuales recurrió a su fe para fortalecerse. Más tarde escapó de regreso a Gran Bretaña en un barco, donde finalmente se reunió con su familia. Sus años de cautiverio lo cambiaron y despertaron un celo por Dios y un anhelo de difundir el mensaje de Jesucristo. A pesar del peligro constante del martirio, continuó viajando por toda Irlanda donde bautizó y confirmó en el nombre de Cristo. ©LPi |
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In Our Parish
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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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MINISTERIO RESPETO A LA VIDA
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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 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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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
Bishop Cotta's Corner
BISHOP COTTA'S MONTHLY REFLECTION
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To read Bishop Cotta's Monthly Reflection for March 2022,
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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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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