The universal Synod on Synodality is meeting in Rome Oct. 2-27. Learn about the contributions of our diocese here.

2024 Respect Life Month

October is Respect Life Month, this year's theme reminds us that our response to Jesus' words in John 10:10, “I came so that they might have life,” includes respect for all human life. Respect Life Ministry resources available through the link.

2024 Simbang Gabi Opening Mass

In celebration of the Jubilee of Hope which officially starts this Advent, the Filipino priests and deacons of the Diocese of Oakland will kick-off the 2024 Simbang Gabi season with an inaugural Mass on December 14, 11 a.m. at Saint Raymond Church in Dublin, CA.

Bishop Barber Invites Catholic Faithful to Join 40 Days for Life Vigil

Join with "Together in Action" under the Walking with Moms in Need nationwide initiative to end abortion. Bishop Barber invites all to join our prayer communities in Concord, Walnut Creek and El Cerrito from Sept. 25 - Nov. 3, 2024 to stand united in prayer and supportive action to create a culture of life.

WINGS: Still Soaring After 25 Years

Self-described organization of “sacred sassy sisters" has helped women of faith network and support one another for 25+ years. Read more about their fellowship, their service, their journey, and where you can find a group through the link.

Bishop Barber: You Have a Role in Making Saints

Read Bishop Barber's column about Fr. Augustus Tolton in the October 2024 issue of The Catholic Voice.

Support Diocese of Hai Phong, Vietnam

Bishop Michael C. Barber, SJ, requests that all parishes consider a special collection to support the Diocese of Hai Phong, Vietnam, which has been devastated along with the rest of northern Vietnam by Typhoon Yagi. Our diocese has a special relationship with the Hai Phong Diocese, which has provided two priests, Father Anthony Huong Van Le and Father Thi Van Hoang, to serve in our diocese. Voluntary second collection on September 29.

September 2024 AAPC Newsletter

Read the September newsletter through the link.

St. Bonaventure Food Pantry

This food pantry, complete with drive-through service, uses the corporal acts of mercy as a map to serve.

Election Policies and Resources

Catholic election materials, voting resources, tools and guidance are available through the link.

Policy Concerning Priests Absences Re Pilgrimages, Retreats, etc.

Read the Policy Concerning Priests Being Away from Their Parish/Ministry to Lead or Accompany Pilgrimages, Retreats, etc. Effective September 1, 2024. Read through this link.

Policy for Funeral Masses at Catholic Cemetery and Mortuary Chapels

Read the Policy for Funeral Masses at Catholic Cemetery and Mortuary Chapels, adopted by the Diocesan Presbyteral Council on August 20, 2024 and confirmed by Bishop Michael Barber on September 1, 2024.

2024 Diocese of Oakland Chautauqua

Chautauqua made a joyful return to the Diocese of Oakland for the first time in six years. The celebration took place at the Cathedral of Christ the Light in Oakland on Aug. 31. Chautauqua, or “the gathering of peoples,” was born of the desire to celebrate the rich diversity of cultures among the ethnic groups who call the Diocese of Oakland home. Learn more about the history of this Mass and details from this year's event through the link.

VOIP Office Telephone Systems, Provider Input Requested by St. Columba

Read through the link for a request for input on VOIP providers and bids. Read through the link.

Life & Social Justice Ministry Newsletter - September 2024

Let’s stay fed by Christ to connect to His body according to our individual capacities and gifts. We all need each other. Read about our many programs in the Life & Social Justice Ministry and how you can get involved.

AAPC's Coordinator, Dr. Chiquita Tuttle, shares reflections on the creation of the Diocese of Oakland's Racial Justice Task Force as we approach the Feast Day of St. Peter Claver. Read more through the link.

Pope Francis' September 2024 Prayer Intentions: For the Cry of the Earth

We pray that each one of us will hear and take to heart the cry of the Earth and of victims of natural disasters and climactic change, and that all will undertake to personally care for the world in which we live.

Celebration Mass of Sister Thea Bowman, FSPA, at St. Louis Bertrand Parish

Join St. Louis Bertrand parish in Oakland for a celebration Mass of Sister Thea Bowman, FSPA, on Sunday, September 22 at 9 a.m.

Let us listen to one another!

The Diocese of Oakland has a rich cacophony of voices and expressions of our faith. You can join in this “living hymn” at any of our parishes, as well as online in our Facebook channels or by checking out our website, and of course by reading The Catholic Voice. Coming soon, we’ll be offering the opportunity to receive communications from us into your email inbox! Sign-up through the link.

Bishop's Column September 2024

From the September 2024 Issue of The Catholic Voice: "In July, I had one of the most moving spiritual experiences of my life." Read more of Bishop Barber's reflections on his experience at the National Eucharistic Congress held this past July in Indianapolis, IN.