MEssage from our MinistersThe Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary
The woman herself fled into the desert where she had a place prepared by God.
- Revelation 12:6 They are borne in with gladness and joy; they enter the palace of the king. - Psalm 45:16 . . . in Christ shall all be brought to life. . . . - 1 Corinthians 15:22 The Almighty has done great things for me. . . . - Luke 1:49 God created us out of love, prepares a place for us, gives us life, and sustains us throughout our journey. For our part we consent to God’s presence and action in our lives. What will we do this week to deepen our relationship with our good and gracious God? How will our “soul [proclaim] the greatness of the Lord; [our] spirit [rejoice] in God [our] savior” (Luke 1:46)? 
Asunción de la Santísima Virgen María
"la mujer huyó al desierto, donde tiene un lugar preparado por Dios" - Apocalipsis, 12 - Bíblia Católica Online "16.entre alborozo y regocijo avanzan, al entrar en el palacio del rey" - Salmos, 45 - Bíblia Católica Online . . . "así también todos revivirán en Cristo." - I Corintios, 15 - Bíblia Católica Online “49.porque ha hecho en mi favor maravillas" - Lucas, 1 - Bíblia Católica Online Dios nos creó por amor, nos prepara un lugar, nos da vida y nos sostiene a lo largo de nuestro viaje. Por nuestra parte, damos nuestro consentimiento a la presencia y la acción de Dios en nuestras vidas. ¿Qué haremos esta semana para profundizar nuestra relación con nuestro Dios bueno y misericordioso? ¿Cómo [proclamará] nuestra “alma la grandeza del Señor; [nuestro] espíritu [se regocija] en Dios [nuestro] salvador ”(Lucas 1:46)? AN ACT OF SPIRITUAL COMMUNION My Jesus, I believe that You are in the Blessed Sacrament. I love You above all things, and I long for You in my soul. Since I cannot now receive You sacramentally, come at least spiritually into my heart. As though You have already come, I embrace You and unite myself entirely to You; never permit me to be separated from You. Sincerely, Fr. Mark PUBLIC CELEBRATION OF MASS - COVID-19
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 / Fr. Mark's Reflection
They are courageous, wise women who ground us, focus us, and inspire us. They are the good mothers who walk with us and light our way. They teach us life lessons and help us heal and navigate through challenges and difficulties. We need people to point the way. Sometimes, these wise ladies are not our biological mothers but women in our lives, who through their strong and faithful presence, anchor us and remind us that we are loved. We need these women. Human beings do their best when they have cheerleaders in their lives. They show us that even when facing despair, there is always a brighter tomorrow. Jesus needed his mother. She had to be that faithful anchor, that guiding presence, in his life. Jesus needed to be affirmed and encouraged just like any other human being and Mary had to be there, right by his side, doing precisely that. Even when her heart was pierced as he was nailed to the cross, she did not give up hope. Most certainly, she continued to wait, watch, hope, and love until he took his final breath. That’s what mothers do. Even when their heart breaks, they persevere. Today, our Blessed Mother is our cheerleader once again. Taken up to heaven in body and soul, she points to and directs us toward our final destiny. Life eternal awaits! Any disappointment, fear, or anxiety can be set aside as she gently reassures us of God’s love and promise. Always a mother filled with grace and hope, she calls us to reaffirm our faith in God and in the gifts we have each been given. We can persevere and do what we need to do to live life well, with faith, hope, and love as our guiding lights. Knowing who we are and who we will one day be helps us to better chart the course and direction of our earthly lives. Looking to the example of our Blessed Mother, we receive the assurance we need. ©LPi
MEDITACIÓN EVANGÉLICO / MENSAJE DE FR. MARK: La Asunción de la Santísima Virgen María Toda la Liturgia de hoy está llena de un profundo sentido de alegría. La antífona de entrada es un ejemplo de ello: “Alegrémonos todos en el Señor y alabemos al Hijo de Dios junto con los ángeles, al celebrar hoy la Asunción al cielo de nuestra Madre la Virgen María”. A este ambiente de gozo se unen las tres lecturas. El Apocalipsis nos describe, a vivos colores, la misteriosa visión de la mujer y el dragón. La Primera carta a los Corintios afirma la resurrección de los muertos y nuestra esperanza de resucitar. El Evangelio de San Lucas nos llena de gozo al escuchar la apertura y confianza de María a los planes de Dios en ella. El Papa Francisco agrega estos puntos de reflexión con referencia a esta Solemnidad: “La Iglesia hoy nos invita a contemplar este misterio. Este nos muestra que Dios quiere salvar al hombre por completo, alma y cuerpo. --- La asunción de María, criatura humana, nos da la confirmación de nuestro destino glorioso. --- Nuestro cuerpo, transfigurado, estará allí. Esto --- la resurrección de la carne --- es un elemento propio de la revelación cristiana, una piedra angular de nuestra fe” (8/15/2018). Mientras llega este día de ver a Dios cara a cara, me uno a María y proclamo la grandeza del Todopoderoso: “Proclama mi alma la grandeza del Señor, y mi espíritu se alegra en Dios mi Salvador, porque se fijó en su humilde esclava, y desde ahora todas las generaciones me llamaran feliz” (Lucas 1:46-47). Pidamos a la Virgen María, en esta Eucaristía, que interceda ante su Hijo por nosotros. ©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.
Quincy Vaughn, Ilene Lao Rualizo, Tina Mills, Jodi Raper, Shirley Benecke, Ariel Sandoval, Jorge Fernandez, Miguel Aguilar, Kathleen Smith, Pam Makelke, Janet Kavanaugh, Mary Anderson, Dolores Chaparro, Terri Lomeli, Momoh Lahai, Lori Mock, Jim Essner, Damon Barkley, Stan Flott, Michael Copeland, Julie Nguyen, Shirley Torlai, Savannah Torlai, Jason Fleming, Nicholas Mills, Melody Martinez, Maria Luisa Ramirez Castro, Vidal Castro Barbosa, Silvestre Ramirez, Manuel Almendarez, Sr., Josie Yeaman, Gayle Elesante, Erlene Raspo, Mary Oliva, Connie Spielman, Dolores Dominguez, Rita Hersom, Russell Smith, Vanessa Jara, Karen Essner, Lydia Quintana, Jodi Harden, David Smith, Liz Waddle, Gilberto Rios Sevilla, Stephanie Delira, Virginia Gurat, Julie Lagesse, Kathy Ramirez, Karl Feist, Jill Choate, Carl Wilner, Michael Relloque, Joyce Gabato, Ellie Bender, Jeophrey Sulit, Dinora Morales, Andrew Cisneros, Jacob Barrows, Victoria Oliva, Yvonne Calderone, Emilio Mora, Barbara Gini, Mario Rodolfo Rodriguez Samayoa, Patti Spielman, Helen Miller, Rosemary Bitz, Dan Lucchesi, Cynthia Bell, Regino Rangel, and Melissa Hesia 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, August 15, 2021
Monday, August 16, 2021
Tuesday, August 17, 2021
Wednesday, August 18, 2021
Thursday, August 19, 2021
Friday, August 20, 2021
Saturday, August 21, 2021
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iN REMEMBRANCE OF THOSE WHO HAVE GONE BEFORE USChristine Burdick Guadalupe Gonzales Ryan Gabato Joe Moya Claro Dimayuga Eugene Sbragia Lucila Romano Christina Manaloto Esmerna Manaloto Domingo Manaloto Al Acio Natalia Montes Nava Danilo Mendoza Imelda Itliong Julius Guzman Mary Tafoya Luis Lopez Carol Jolly Carlos Almanza Napoleon Larot Gustavo Gonzalez Eva Sotelo Garrido Jose Alberto Lepe Marlene Knapps Ramon Carino Antonio Maria de Leon Marilyn Cruz Walt Nichols Elsie Holdren Bernice Horn Maria Vargas Maria Robledo Clara Villalpando Elidia G. Tavarez Joe L. Gracia Robert L. Parrino Kathleen Moretto Buenafe Sola Tuazon Christopher Blin Vivian Simon Edward Ziller Wilma Franzone Flora Jaramillo Jimmy McCluskey Francisco Cruz Leticia R. Vasallo Betty Pereira Consuelo Cruz Gudino PRAYER OF THE FAITHFUL
We pray that just like Mary, we too, reflect the light of Christ to the world! ¡Oramos para que, como María, también reflejemos la luz de Cristo al mundo! |
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rEADINGS FOR THE weEK
From the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops (USCCB)
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Sunday, August 15, 2021 - The Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary
Rv 11:19a; 12:1-6a, 10ab/1 Cor 15:20-27/Lk 1:39-56
Monday, August 16, 2021
Jgs 2:11-19/Mt 19:16-22
Tuesday, August 17, 2021
Jgs 6:11-24a/Mt 19:23-30
Wednesday, August 18, 2021
Jgs 9:6-15/Mt 20:1-16
Thursday, August 19, 2021
Jgs 11:29-39a/Mt 22:1-14
Friday, August 20, 2021
Ru 1:1, 3-6, 14b-16, 22/Mt 22:34-40
Saturday, August 21, 2021
Ru 2:1-3, 8-11; 4:13-17/Mt 23:1-12
Sunday, August 22, 2021 - 21st Sunday in Ordinary Time
Jos 24:1-2a, 15-17, 18b/Eph 5:21-32 or 5:2a, 25-32/Jn 6:60-69
Sunday, August 15, 2021 - The Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary
Rv 11:19a; 12:1-6a, 10ab/1 Cor 15:20-27/Lk 1:39-56
Monday, August 16, 2021
Jgs 2:11-19/Mt 19:16-22
Tuesday, August 17, 2021
Jgs 6:11-24a/Mt 19:23-30
Wednesday, August 18, 2021
Jgs 9:6-15/Mt 20:1-16
Thursday, August 19, 2021
Jgs 11:29-39a/Mt 22:1-14
Friday, August 20, 2021
Ru 1:1, 3-6, 14b-16, 22/Mt 22:34-40
Saturday, August 21, 2021
Ru 2:1-3, 8-11; 4:13-17/Mt 23:1-12
Sunday, August 22, 2021 - 21st Sunday in Ordinary Time
Jos 24:1-2a, 15-17, 18b/Eph 5:21-32 or 5:2a, 25-32/Jn 6:60-69
Stewardship ReflEctions
From our Stewardship Council
Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary
“And Mary said, 'My soul proclaims the greatness of the Lord; my spirit rejoices in God my savior.''” - Luke 1:46
After Jesus, we look to Mary as our model of stewardship. Her entire life was lived in obedience to God’s will. Just as the moon reflects the light of the sun, Mary reflects the light of Christ. Like Mary, we too, are called to reflect Christ to the world. We do this by living grateful and generous lives. We do this by putting the needs of others before our wants.
“And Mary said, 'My soul proclaims the greatness of the Lord; my spirit rejoices in God my savior.''” - Luke 1:46
After Jesus, we look to Mary as our model of stewardship. Her entire life was lived in obedience to God’s will. Just as the moon reflects the light of the sun, Mary reflects the light of Christ. Like Mary, we too, are called to reflect Christ to the world. We do this by living grateful and generous lives. We do this by putting the needs of others before our wants.
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Asunción de la Santísima Virgen María
"Y María dijo, ‘Mi alma proclama la grandeza del Señor; mi espíritu se regocija en Dios mi salvador.’" - Lucas 1:46
Después de Jesús, miramos a María como nuestro modelo de corresponsabilidad. Su vida entera la vivió en obediencia de la voluntad de Dios. Así como la luna refleja la luz del sol, María refleja la luz de Cristo. Como María, nosotros también somos llamados a reflejar a Cristo al mundo. Lo hacemos viviendo una vida generosa y agradecida. Lo hacemos poniendo las necesidades de los demás antes que nuestros deseos.
"Y María dijo, ‘Mi alma proclama la grandeza del Señor; mi espíritu se regocija en Dios mi salvador.’" - Lucas 1:46
Después de Jesús, miramos a María como nuestro modelo de corresponsabilidad. Su vida entera la vivió en obediencia de la voluntad de Dios. Así como la luna refleja la luz del sol, María refleja la luz de Cristo. Como María, nosotros también somos llamados a reflejar a Cristo al mundo. Lo hacemos viviendo una vida generosa y agradecida. Lo hacemos poniendo las necesidades de los demás antes que nuestros deseos.
Children's PRayer
From our Minister of religious Education
Sharing the Gospel
Mary understood God's power. She loved and respected God. Everything Mary had belonged to God. He was happy to share good things with her. God deserves your respect and your love, too. When you are humble like Mary, God will do amazing things through you.
Prayer
God, help me to be humble like Mary.
Something to Draw
Draw a picture of Mary bowing down to pray to God.
Mission for the Week
Mary was a humble girl, and God chose her to be Jesus' mother. David was a humble shepherd, and God chose him to be a great king. Name one other humble person in the Bible that God lifted up and used powerfully.
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Mary understood God's power. She loved and respected God. Everything Mary had belonged to God. He was happy to share good things with her. God deserves your respect and your love, too. When you are humble like Mary, God will do amazing things through you.
Prayer
God, help me to be humble like Mary.
Something to Draw
Draw a picture of Mary bowing down to pray to God.
Mission for the Week
Mary was a humble girl, and God chose her to be Jesus' mother. David was a humble shepherd, and God chose him to be a great king. Name one other humble person in the Bible that God lifted up and used powerfully.
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Spiritual Communion
Even if one cannot sacramentally receive the Eucharist, everyone should be aware of the practice of making a spiritual communion. The following is a daily prayer for Spiritual Communion:
O my Jesus, I believe that You are in the Blessed Sacrament.
I love you above all things, and I desire to receive you into my soul.
Since I cannot at this moment receive you sacramentally,
come at least spiritually into my heart.
I embrace you as if you were already there and
unite myself wholly to you.
Never permit me to be separated from you.
Amen.
For more resources on Spiritual Communion, click here.
O my Jesus, I believe that You are in the Blessed Sacrament.
I love you above all things, and I desire to receive you into my soul.
Since I cannot at this moment receive you sacramentally,
come at least spiritually into my heart.
I embrace you as if you were already there and
unite myself wholly to you.
Never permit me to be separated from you.
Amen.
For more resources on Spiritual Communion, click here.
saINT OF THE wEEK
Saint John Eudes
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1150 – 1224
Feast Day: August 19 For 20 years, this Oratorian priest preached the basics of the faith to unschooled Catholics across northern France, distinguishing himself especially by serving the sick during epidemics of the plague. But in 1643 he left the French Oratory and with companions founded a new congregation of priests whose charism was the training of priests. The Congregation of Jesus and Mary, also called Eudists, was reconstituted after the French Revolution and today specializes in secondary education. John, devout from childhood, helped spread devotion to the Sacred Heart and was the first to call for an official feast day. He also organized an order of nuns to care for former prostitutes. He was canonized in 1925. Copyright © 2021, United States Conference of Catholic Bishops, Washington, DC. All rights reserved. |
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San Juan Eudes
1150 – 1224
Día de fiesta— 19 de agosto
A lo largo de 20 años, este sacerdote oratoriano predicó los fundamentos de la fe a católicos sin instrucción por todo el norte de Francia, distinguiéndose especialmente por servir a los enfermos durante la epidemia de la peste. Pero, en 1643, Juan dejó el Oratorio francés y, junto con unos compañeros, fundó una nueva congregación de sacerdotes cuyo carisma era capacitar a los sacerdotes. La Congregación de Jesús y María, conocida también como los Eudistas, fue reconstituida después de la Revolución Francesa y hoy se especializa en la educación secundaria. Juan, quien desde niño fue muy devoto, ayudó a propagar la devoción al Sagrado Corazón y fue el primero en alzar su voz para solicitar un día de fiesta oficial. Él también organizó una orden de religiosas para cuidar a mujeres que habían sido prostitutas. Juan fue canonizado en 1925.
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1150 – 1224
Día de fiesta— 19 de agosto
A lo largo de 20 años, este sacerdote oratoriano predicó los fundamentos de la fe a católicos sin instrucción por todo el norte de Francia, distinguiéndose especialmente por servir a los enfermos durante la epidemia de la peste. Pero, en 1643, Juan dejó el Oratorio francés y, junto con unos compañeros, fundó una nueva congregación de sacerdotes cuyo carisma era capacitar a los sacerdotes. La Congregación de Jesús y María, conocida también como los Eudistas, fue reconstituida después de la Revolución Francesa y hoy se especializa en la educación secundaria. Juan, quien desde niño fue muy devoto, ayudó a propagar la devoción al Sagrado Corazón y fue el primero en alzar su voz para solicitar un día de fiesta oficial. Él también organizó una orden de religiosas para cuidar a mujeres que habían sido prostitutas. Juan fue canonizado en 1925.
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In Our Parish
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Spring/Summer 2021 - Faith Formation WITH FR. JOe
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SPRING-SUMMER 2021 FAITH FORMATION A Spirituality of Growing & Living in the Kingdom of the Divine Will on Earth as it is in Heaven COURSE DESCRIPTION: In the light of the “Our Father”: “Thy Kingdom Come, Thy Will be done on earth as it is in heaven,” this spirituality --- understood as God’s “great miracle of miracles, the greatest gift God has ever given to humankind” --- focuses on “the restoration of the Kingdom of God’s Will come to earth as it reigns in heaven.” |
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This course facilitates knowing, loving, and possessing the Kingdom of the Divine Will in response to God’s invitation: “Come, you who are blessed by my Father. Inherit the kingdom prepared for you from the foundation of the world” (Matthew 25:34).
18-COURSE SESSION BEGINS/ENDS & WHERE:
The course begins on April 14, 2021 and ends on September 1, 2021. This takes place every Wednesday from 5:45 pm to 7:30 pm at the Church of the Presentation of the B.V.M., Stockton, CA. FREE: No charge.
COURSE CONTENT & PROCESS:
THANKS FOR YOUR GOODWILL
18-COURSE SESSION BEGINS/ENDS & WHERE:
The course begins on April 14, 2021 and ends on September 1, 2021. This takes place every Wednesday from 5:45 pm to 7:30 pm at the Church of the Presentation of the B.V.M., Stockton, CA. FREE: No charge.
COURSE CONTENT & PROCESS:
- Adoration, Prayers, Hymns of Praise & Worship
- Video Presentation: 18-course sessions based on the Catechism of the Catholic Church and the Church-approved writings of Luisa Piccarreta
- Input by Fr. Joe: Contemplation-Action for the Healing/Life of the World, Church & Family
- Blessing
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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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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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Welcome Back Students, Family, Faculty, and Staff! We look forward to a phenomenal school year! |
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
BISHOP COTTA'S MONTHLY REFLECTION
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To read Bishop Cotta's Monthly Reflection for July 2021,
click here (English). To read Bishop Cotta's Monthly Reflection for July 2021, 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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