“Catholics helping Catholics” began as the idea of one man at St. Perpetua Parish, who made two phone calls to rally support for those affected by wildfires in Southern California. Parishioners at St. Perpetua launched a fundraising drive to assist St. Elizabeth of Hungary Parish in Altadena, where many parishioners were severely impacted by the fires. After three weeks of collections, St. Perpetua parishioners presented a check for $24,000 to St. Elizabeth’s pastor, Rev. Modesto Perez, to aid those in need.

The African American Pastoral Center shares the following piece from the National Catholic Reporter.

A reminder that mandatory use of the new OCIA texts begins on Ash Wednesday, March 5, 2025.

A reminder that mandatory use of the new OCIA texts begins on Ash Wednesday, March 5, 2025.

The Diocese of Oakland celebrated the Chinese Lunar New Year with a Mass Feb. 1 at the Cathedral of Christ the Light in Oakland. Marking the Lunar New Year on Jan. 29, Bishop Robert J. Brennan and Bishop Earl K. Fernandes offered the faithful a special message with their blessings. Story through the link.

Celebrate the Jubilee Year of 2025! This special year is a time of great hope and joy. Mission San José/Diocesan Shrine of St. Joseph is creating a welcoming and inclusive community where everyone can encounter God’s love and mercy. Register now for our Third Annual St. Joseph Conference on March 14–15. Visit https://www.saintjosephmsj.org/conference/. Schedules, parking and registration through the link.

In union with the Universal Church to the call to be Pilgrims of Hope, the Offices of Respect Life-Social Justice and Latino Ministries of the Diocese of Oakland offer a message regarding support of our immigrant communities and people in solidarity.

Bishop Barber shares a video message reflecting on marriage for World Marriage Day, February 9, 2025.

Lea la declaración del obispo Barber a través del enlace.

Read the entire statement through the link.

Thank you for helping us reach our 2024 BMA goal to aid, comfort, and sustain thousands in our diocese. We are grateful for the support we have received from each of you including all of your prayers.

The Diocese of Oakland is excited to share Catholic Schools Week activities with our public! Schools and parishes are asked to tag @OakDiocese when you post on Facebook, and we can share your post quickly!