Save the Date: St. Benedict Homecoming 2023 - October 1: "This is US! Thriving in our Faith" - Don't Miss Out! Bring ALL of your Family and Friends. A Celebration throughout the Month of October filled with Spirited Preaching, Faith Sharing, Motivational Speakers, Informational Gatherings and numerous Social Events. Clear your Calendars! Invitation through the link.

Free Benefit Concert featuring the Chapelwood Chancel Choir, the Rockridge Chorale and the Our Lady of Lourdes Choir. Registration through the link.

Curso Básico de Formación SPRED. Todos los catequistas deben asistir a la capacitación Ayudante Catequista al menos una vez. Reserve antes de 29 de septiembre 2023.  El espacio es limitado. Por favor planee asistir a toda la capacitación. Aquellos que lleguen 30 minutos tarde o se vayan 30 minutos antes tendrán que retomar el entrenamiento en su totalidad.

Online remembrance Mass of those in our faith community who have been laid to rest in Catholic Cemeteries over the past month in our Diocese.

Feast-Day Gala Dinner with guest speaker Fr. Joseph Illo, Pastor of Star of the Sea Parish in San Francisco, silent auction. Registration through the link.

Dr. Ansel Augustine, D.Min., works with youth, young adults, and various grassroots organizations, to help the most vulnerable on the peripheries of his hometown of New Orleans, LA. Formerly he has served as Executive Director of Cultural Diversity and Outreach for the Archdiocese of Washington and the Director of the Office of Black Catholic Ministries for the Archdiocese of New Orleans. Details through the link.

St. Callistus is holding a Festival the day after it's patron's feast day. There will be food, faith, fun, and fellowship. The car raffle drawing for a 2023 VW Jetta S will be held at 6pm on the day of the festival. See saintcallistus.org/2023raffle for Rules and Regulations. Details through the link.

All are invited to a Peace, Hope and Love Concert at St Bonaventure Catholic Church on Sunday Oct 15 at 3pm. This will be a Fundraiser in the loving memory of Karen Mangini, former Principal of St Agnes School in Concord, who recently passed away. Proceeds will be donated to St Agnes School. 

Sandra Rowe RN, FCPI, leads this virtual session of the Creighton Method of Natural Family Planning. Details through the link.

Taller Para Ministros Extraordinarios De La Comunión. Detalles a través del enlace.

Join California Family Council (CFC) to learn all the ins and outs of the California Capitol and the legislative process. Do you know how a bill becomes law? How to contact your legislators and does your voice even matter? The process of the legislative session? How to submit a letter of opposition or support? How to easily track and understand the nearly 2,000 bills introduced each session? Join the Capitol 101 Training with California Family Council to learn all the above and more. Registration through the link.

The next monthly Holy Hour for Priests is on Friday, October 20th at 10:30am, and all priests serving in the Diocese are welcome. Holy Hour is held on the 3rd Friday of the month, except during the summer months, as a service to priests by the Priestly Society of the Holy Cross and Opus Dei. The Sacrament of Reconciliation is available during Holy Hour and a luncheon hosted by St. Margaret Mary Parish follows. If attending please call or email the Parish to help prepare for the luncheon.

Join us for the seventh annual Together in Holiness marriage enrichment conference. This one-day conference provides an opportunity for quality time with your spouse and includes dynamic presentations, Mass with Archbishop, Eucharistic Adoration, Reconciliation, on-site childcare, and more. Additional details through the link.

Love & Responsibility Bay Area is celebrating its one year anniversary on Saturday October 21st at the Church of the Assumption San Leandro from 8:30 to 4 pm. Various activities include Mass, fellowship, talks by both co-founders, recreation, Adoration/Confession, etc. You are not obligated to spend the whole day, but we highly encourage. Open to young adults and those who want to learn about healthy authentic relationships according to JPII. We ask you to RSVP through the QR code on the attached flyer or the link provided no later than Monday October 16th. More information through the link.

Saint Catherine of Siena School Community invites you to register as a player or team and/or sponsor for their Annual Bocce-Ball Tournament at the Martinez Waterfront Park. The event benefits the school's Viking Fund. For information email: stcatherine@csdo.org or call 925.228.4140. Tickets and information through the link.

The annual pasta dinner plays a vital role in supporting St. David's, providing crucial funding for various school programs and initiatives. It also fosters a sense of community and camaraderie, bringing together parents, students, and staff for a common cause and a yummy good time! Note: The pasta dinner includes your choice of red or white sauce, bread, salad, desert, water and a good time! Registration through the link.

Taller para Ministros Extraordinarious De La Comunión. Detalles a través del enlace.

Trunk or Treat, Halloween Fun For Families. Join the fun at St.Columba Church, registration through the link.

It's the Halloween Get Down, hosted by the Knights of St. Peter Claver, Fr. Jay Matthews Council and the Ladies Auxiliary, St. Benedict Court #336. Details through the link.

St. Benedict Homecoming includes a fun filled event for Halloween. The event includes a great movie, good food and plenty of treats.