MEssage from our MinistersSecond Sunday of Easter
Many signs and wonders were done among the people at the hands of the apostles. - Acts 5:12
[God’s] mercy endures forever. - Psalm 118:2 Do not be afraid. I am the first and the last, the one who lives. - Revelation 1:17 Then [Jesus] said to Thomas, “Put your finger here and see my hands, and bring your hand and put it into my side. . . .” - John 20:27 Jesus meets Thomas in his doubt and struggle. Jesus meets us in our doubt and struggle. Jesus does not berate Thomas for his lack of faith. Jesus does not berate us for our lack of faith. Jesus shows Thomas his compassion and mercy as he accepts him as he is. Jesus shows us his compassion and mercy as he accepts us as we are. On this Second Sunday of Easter, the Sunday of Divine Mercy, let us approach Jesus, asking for and accepting his mercy. 
Segundo Domingo de Pascua (Domingo de la Divina Misericordia) "Por mano de los apóstoles se realizaban muchas señales y prodigios en el pueblo" - Hechos, 5 - Bíblia Católica Online "es eterno su amor" - Salmos, 118 - Bíblia Católica Online "No temas, soy yo, el Primero y el Ultimo," - Apocalipsis, 1 - Bíblia Católica Online "27. Luego dice a Tomás: «Acerca aquí tu dedo y mira mis manos; trae tu mano y métela en mi costado," - Juan, 20 - Bíblia Católica Online Jesús se encuentra con Tomás en sus dudas y luchas. Jesús se encuentra con nosotros en nuestras dudas y luchas. Jesús no reprende a Tomás por su falta de fe. Jesús no nos regaña por nuestra falta de fe. Jesús muestra a Tomás su compasión y misericordia al aceptarlo tal como es. Jesús nos muestra su compasión y misericordia al aceptarnos tal como somos. En este Segundo Domingo de Pascua, Domingo de la Divina Misericordia, acerquémonos a Jesús, pidiendo y aceptando su misericordia. 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
Even Thomas struggles to remove his boulder! Being very pragmatic and determined, he wants to see the risen Christ for himself! Thomas’s boulder is heavy with mistrust. Many of ours are too. A certain amount of skepticism is good, as it can save us from being duped or misled. But we can become so skeptical of things that it erodes our ability to trust anything we see or hear. Skepticism can actually be a well-disguised defense mechanism that we use to prevent ourselves from being hurt or perceived as a fool. Having too much ego protection is a real risk. Thomas, because of the boulder blocking his vision, could not even trust the word of his friends.
Boulders are hard to move. It’s difficult to seek change or take a risk, especially when we are so afraid to be vulnerable or reluctant to trust another’s word. When we are closed-minded, overly pragmatic, unwilling to see things differently, stubborn, or defensive, it is difficult to be surprised by God and stretched. We need to be less guarded, self-assured, and self-absorbed. God cannot break into the ordinary moments of our lives and inspire us when we cling to doubt. If we are going to discover resurrection faith, we have to believe that what the witnesses say is true, especially when they are credible. We also have to trust that the risen Christ is alive in us, too! While the first witnesses to the resurrection have faded into history, there are many others who have come after them. They continue to inspire by walking the talk of faith. They are the martyrs who offer their lives for the Gospel, the simple holy people in our communities who cling so steadfastly to their faith, those who have touched despair and found new hope, and the ones who, even in spite of ridicule, still pursue their hunger and thirst for God. They are our friends, acquaintances, biblical heroes, saints, and many others who are convinced that they have seen the Lord! The risen Christ may not surprise us with the same kind of visit as he did the first disciples, but God finds other ways. All we have to do is open our eyes, remove whatever is preventing us from seeing and believing and exclaim: “My Lord and my God!” ©LPi
MEDITACIÓN EVANGÉLICO La Liturgia de este II Domingo de Pascua celebra el Domingo de la Misericordia. El Evangelio nos dice que ocho días después se les apareció Jesús. Bridándoles su paz entonces y ahora a nosotros. Esa paz que no se va, la que se queda en el corazón y se brinda a los hermanos y hermanas que están a nuestro alrededor. “¡La paz este con ustedes!” (Juan 20:21). Esas hermosas palabras de Jesús hacen eco en nuestro mundo, roto por el sufrimiento, en palabras del Papa Francisco en la actualidad. “En el centro de este domingo, con el que se termina la octava de pascua, y que san Juan Pablo II quiso dedicar a la Divina Misericordia, están las llagas gloriosas de Cristo resucitado. Él ya las enseñó la primera vez que se apareció a los apóstoles la misma tarde del primer día de la semana, el día de la resurrección. Pero Tomás aquella tarde no estaba. Ocho días después, Jesús se apareció de nuevo en el cenáculo, en medio de los discípulos: Tomás también estaba; se dirigió a él y lo invitó a tocar sus llagas. Y entonces, aquel hombre sincero se arrodilló delante de Jesús y dijo: ‘Señor mío y Dios mío’” (Juan 20:28). En el cuerpo de Cristo resucitado las llagas permanecen, porque son el signo permanente del amor de Dios por nosotros, y son indispensables para creer que Dios es amor, misericordia, fidelidad”. Sus heridas son medicina que nos curan (1 Pedro 2:24 ver Isaías 53:5). La misión de Cristo Resucitado continúa en mí. ¿Qué hago para llevarla a cabo? ©LPi 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
Carlos Felipe Ruiz Connie Maxey Crystal Prado Dan Lucchesi Eimelda Tamez Evelina Talampas-Rojas Flordeliza Paguio Frank Ramalho Gail Galela George Reyes Helen Ziller Herman " Tony" Herrera Idalia Marquez Jose Lua Lillian Martinez Luisa Veronica Gomez Rodriguez Maria Silva Melissa Holguin Michael Copeland Panfilo H. Herrera Ruben Escalante Salvador Tapia Yolanda Rodriguez 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 iNTENTIONSEvery Mass is a wonderful gift of God to us. We consciously recall the love of God poured out for us in the life, death and resurrection of His only Son, Jesus Christ. Sunday, April 24, 2022
Monday, April 25, 2022
Tuesday, April 26, 2022
Wednesday, April 27, 2022
Thursday, April 28, 2022
Friday, April 29, 2022
Saturday, April 30, 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 Juan Marquez Eugenia A. Posadas Maria Jane Paragas Josefina Tabisula Toy Julita Rualizo Maria Jane Paragas Juan (John) Marquez Prayer of the Faithful
We pray that we show mercy to someone we need to reconcile with. Oramos para que mostremos misericordia a alguien con quien necesitamos reconciliarnos. |
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rEADINGS FOR THE weEK
From the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops (USCCB)
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Sunday, April 24, 2022 - 2nd Sunday of Easter (Divine Mercy Sunday)
Acts 5:12-16/Rv 1:9-11a, 12-13, 17-19/Jn 20:19-31
Monday, April 25, 2022
1 Pt 5:5b-14/Mk 16:15-20
Tuesday, April 26, 2022
Acts 4:32-37/Jn 3:7b-15
Wednesday, April 27, 2022
Acts 5:17-26/Jn 3:16-21
Thursday, April 28, 2022
Acts 5:27-33/Jn 3:31-36
Friday, April 29, 2022
Acts 5:34-42/Jn 6:1-15
Saturday, April 30, 2022
Acts 6:1-7/Jn 6:16-21
Sunday, May 1, 2022 - 3rd Sunday of Easter
Acts 5:27-32, 40b-41/Rv 5:11-14/Jn 21:1-19 or 21:1-14
Sunday, April 24, 2022 - 2nd Sunday of Easter (Divine Mercy Sunday)
Acts 5:12-16/Rv 1:9-11a, 12-13, 17-19/Jn 20:19-31
Monday, April 25, 2022
1 Pt 5:5b-14/Mk 16:15-20
Tuesday, April 26, 2022
Acts 4:32-37/Jn 3:7b-15
Wednesday, April 27, 2022
Acts 5:17-26/Jn 3:16-21
Thursday, April 28, 2022
Acts 5:27-33/Jn 3:31-36
Friday, April 29, 2022
Acts 5:34-42/Jn 6:1-15
Saturday, April 30, 2022
Acts 6:1-7/Jn 6:16-21
Sunday, May 1, 2022 - 3rd Sunday of Easter
Acts 5:27-32, 40b-41/Rv 5:11-14/Jn 21:1-19 or 21:1-14
Stewardship ReflEctions
From our Stewardship Council
2nd Sunday of Easter
“Jesus said to them again, ‘Peace be with you. As the Father has sent me, so I send you.’” - John 20:21
Peace – the first gift of the risen Lord. Just as Jesus sent the apostles out into the world, so too, we are sent. As disciples of Jesus, we are called to be compassionate and merciful; and not with just those who are our friends, but also with our “enemies.” Think of someone in your life who you need to reconcile with. Call them right now or better yet, go visit them.
“Jesus said to them again, ‘Peace be with you. As the Father has sent me, so I send you.’” - John 20:21
Peace – the first gift of the risen Lord. Just as Jesus sent the apostles out into the world, so too, we are sent. As disciples of Jesus, we are called to be compassionate and merciful; and not with just those who are our friends, but also with our “enemies.” Think of someone in your life who you need to reconcile with. Call them right now or better yet, go visit them.
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II Domingo de Pascua
“Jesús les dijo nuevamente, ‘La paz sea con ustedes . Como el Padre me ha enviado, así los envío yo’”. Juan 20:21
La paz - el primer don del Señor resucitado. Así como Jesús envió a los discípulos al mundo, así también nos envía a nosotros. Como discípulos de Jesús, somos llamados a ser compasivos y misericordiosos; no sólo con nuestros amigos sino también con nuestros “enemigos”. Piense de alguien en su vida con quien necesite reconciliarse. Llámelo inmediatamente o mejor aún, vaya a visitarlo.
“Jesús les dijo nuevamente, ‘La paz sea con ustedes . Como el Padre me ha enviado, así los envío yo’”. Juan 20:21
La paz - el primer don del Señor resucitado. Así como Jesús envió a los discípulos al mundo, así también nos envía a nosotros. Como discípulos de Jesús, somos llamados a ser compasivos y misericordiosos; no sólo con nuestros amigos sino también con nuestros “enemigos”. Piense de alguien en su vida con quien necesite reconciliarse. Llámelo inmediatamente o mejor aún, vaya a visitarlo.
Children's PRayer
From our Minister of religious Education
Sharing the Gospel
After Jesus died on the cross, the disciples were afraid people would want to hurt them, too. They stayed together in a room and locked the door. Then Jesus came to his friends, to show them he was alive again. Jesus changed their fear into gladness. Have you ever been so afraid that you just wanted to hide? Remember that Jesus is with you when you are afraid, too.
Prayer
Dear God, thank you for being with me when I am afraid.
Something to Draw
Draw a picture of Jesus next to you when you are afraid.
Mission for the Week
I will talk to God whenever I am afraid.
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After Jesus died on the cross, the disciples were afraid people would want to hurt them, too. They stayed together in a room and locked the door. Then Jesus came to his friends, to show them he was alive again. Jesus changed their fear into gladness. Have you ever been so afraid that you just wanted to hide? Remember that Jesus is with you when you are afraid, too.
Prayer
Dear God, thank you for being with me when I am afraid.
Something to Draw
Draw a picture of Jesus next to you when you are afraid.
Mission for the Week
I will talk to God whenever I am afraid.
© 2008 LPi • PO Box 510817, New Berlin, WI 53151-0817 • 1-800-950-9952 x2469 • LPiResourceCenter.com
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. Pedro de San José Betancur
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Feast Day: April 25 Central America’s first saint, St. Pedro de San José Betancur was born a poor shepherd in the Canary Islands. His family lands were seized because of debt, and he worked as an indentured servant until his early adult life when Pedro left his home to travel to Guatemala. His money for the journey ran out long before he arrived. He was destitute when he did arrive and was forced to join the bread line the Franciscan Friars had for the poor. In 1655, he joined the Third Order of St Francis. Pedro began to serve the poor, the enslaved, immigrants, abandoned children, and anyone that needed him. In 1658 he was given a hut which he made into a hospital for the poor. This small start grew into a shelter for the homeless, a school for the poor, an inn for priests, and several small chapels in poor areas. He was supported by many patrons and was joined in his work by both men and women, who became the Bethlehemite Brothers and the Bethlehemite Sisters. Pedro prayed for the souls of those in purgatory, walked through the streets of rich neighborhoods ringing a bell and calling the wealthy to repent, and ministered to prisoners. Most accounts credit him with beginning the tradition of Posadas, a procession in which people representing Mary and Joseph ask for lodging from their neighbors. This tradition continues today in Mexico and Central America. Because of his work with the poor and marginalized Pedro is often referred to as the “Saint Frances of the Americas”. St. Pedro was canonized on July 30, 2002, in Guatemala City, Guatemala by Pope John Paul II. ©LPi. Picture: Santo Hermano Pedro en la Catedral de La Laguna, Koppchen, CC BY 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons |
Santo Hermano Pedro en la Catedral de La Laguna, Koppchen, CC BY 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons
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San Pedro de San José Betancu
1626-1667 Día de Fiesta: 25 de Abril El primer santo de América Central, San Pedro de San José Betancur nació como un pastor pobre en las Islas Canarias. Las tierras de su familia fueron embargadas por deudas, y trabajó como sirviente hasta su edad adulta temprana cuando Pedro dejó su hogar para viajar a Guatemala. Su dinero para el viaje se acabó mucho antes de que él llegara. Estaba en la indigencia cuando llegó y se vio obligado a unirse a la línea de pan que los frailes franciscanos tenían para los pobres. En 1655, ingresó en la Tercera Orden de San Francisco. Pedro comenzó a servir a los pobres, a los esclavizados, a los inmigrantes, a los niños abandonados ya cualquiera que lo necesitara. En 1658 se le dio una choza que convirtió en un hospital para los pobres. Este pequeño comienzo se convirtió en un refugio para personas sin hogar, una escuela para los pobres, una posada para sacerdotes y varias capillas pequeñas en áreas pobres. Fue apoyado por muchos mecenas y se le unieron en su trabajo tanto hombres como mujeres, que se convirtieron en los Hermanos y Hermanas de Bethlehemite. Pedro oró por las almas de los que estaban en el purgatorio, caminó por las calles de los barrios ricos tocando una campana y llamando a los ricos al arrepentimiento, y ministró a los presos. La mayoría de los relatos le atribuyen el inicio de la tradición de las Posadas, una procesión en la que las personas que representan a María y José piden alojamiento a sus vecinos. Esta tradición continúa hoy en México y Centroamérica. Debido a su trabajo con los pobres y marginados, a Pedro se le conoce como la “Santa Francesa de las Américas”. San Pedro fue canonizado el 30 de Julio de 2002 en la Ciudad de Guatemala, Guatemala por el Papa Juan Pablo II. ©LPi |
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In Our Parish
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Synod
PRAY. PREPARE. DISCERN. PARTICIPATE.
Visit our "Synod" webpage for more details on this exciting and profound mission we have been called to participate in.
To take the INDIVIDUAL survey on the Diocese of Stockton website, please click here.
Para realizar la encuesta INDIVIDUAL en el sitio web de la Diócesis de Stockton, haga clic aquí.
Visit our "Synod" webpage for more details on this exciting and profound mission we have been called to participate in.
To take the INDIVIDUAL survey on the Diocese of Stockton website, please click here.
Para realizar la encuesta INDIVIDUAL en el sitio web de la Diócesis de Stockton, haga clic aquí.
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Our Social Justice Ministry has partnered with the Family Promise of San Joaquin County!
We are excited to launch "Family Promise" our new social justice program. Our partner church through the program is St. Andrews Lutheran Church. Four times per year, together with St. Andrews, we will provide a week of hospitality, meals, set up, and tear down for two or three families experiencing homelessness. St. Andrews will provide housing for the week. Our first week is May 22-29, 2022. Visit the sign-up table after the Masses this weekend for more information on how you can help in this fantastic opportunity to minister to our community. You may also contact Brian Klunk at 209-601-4546. |
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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.
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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
Easter 2022
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Click here to read Bishop Cotta's Easter Message in both English and Spanish.
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BISHOP COTTA'S MONTHLY REFLECTION
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Click the following to read Bishop Cotta's Monthly Reflection for April 2022.
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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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