• Diócesis de Oakland Guía de Pautas para la Cuaresma del 2021
    Recursos e información parroquial para la temporada de Cuaresma de 2021.
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  • Supporting our Seminarians
    With God's grace and your support, our 12 seminarians will become priests for years to come. In the following video, our seminarians share their journey and prayers for our Diocese.
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  • Novena Celebrating 500 Years of Christianity in the Philippines
    Novena Celebrating 500 Years of Christianity in the Philippines
    Filipino-American Communities and the Filipino Clergy of the Diocese of Oakland invite you to celebrate a Novena of Masses March 7-16 around our Diocese. Please check with individual parishes regarding COVID-19 protocol for attendance.
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  • 2021 Bishop's Appeal Begins February 13-14
    2021 Bishop's Appeal Begins February 13-14
    Announcement regarding the kickoff of the 2021 Bishop's Appeal campaign.
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  • Ellen Show to Host Catholic School Principal from Oakland Diocese
    The principal of St David of Wales in Richmond, Kenny Farr II, will be on Ellen DeGeneres Monday, February 8th, at 4PM. Tune in and watch with us as our Catholic Schools and our Diocese are represented on National TV!
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  • Catholic Schools Honored through House/Senate BiPartisan Resolution
    Catholic Schools Honored through House/Senate BiPartisan Resolution
    Bishop Barber, as United States Conference of Catholic Bishops Chairman of Catholic Education, applauds bipartisan legislation honoring contributions of Catholic schools.
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  • World Day of the Sick, February 11, 2021
    World Day of the Sick, February 11, 2021
    February 11 marks the Church’s annual observance of World Day of the Sick when Catholics offer prayers for those suffering from illness. The National Association of Catholic Chaplains has developed resources to help with the planning and celebration of World Day of the Sick.
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  • Free Drive-Thru Food Distribution on Feb. 9, 10a-1p
    Free Drive-Thru Food Distribution on Feb. 9, 10a-1p
    Catholic Charities East Bay and the St. Vincent de Paul Society are hosting a free drive-thru food distribution. Anyone in need is welcome. Masks required.
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  • Diocese of Oakland 2021 Lenten Guidelines
    Parish resources and information for the 2021 Lenten season.
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  • Celebration of the XXIX World Day of the Sick - 11 February 2021
    A message of his Holiness Pope Francis for the XXIX World Day of the Sick 2021. “You have but one teacher and you are all brothers” (Mt 23:8). A trust-based relationship to guide care for the sick.
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  • 2021 National Marriage Week USA/World Marriage Day Resources & Events (Feb. 7-14)
    National Marriage Week will be celebrated February 7-14, with World Marriage Day commemorated on the second Sunday of February (2/14). USCCB has resources available and events to support this year's theme, “To Have, To Hold, To Honor".
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  • Diocese of Oakland’s COVID-19 Vaccination Policy (Jan. 28, 2021)
    The Diocese of Oakland has released a COVID-19 Vaccination Policy for which strongly recommends all clergy, employees, and volunteers get the vaccine as soon as possible. Full policy available through the link.
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  • PBS Two-Part Series "The Black Church: This is Our Story, This is Our Song"
    The Black Church: This Is Our Story, This Is Our Song airs in two parts on February 16 and February 23 at 9pm on KQED 9 and 709.
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  • Father Jimmy Macalinao, Director of the Office of Faith Formation and Evangelization (En Español)
    Father Jimmy Macalinao, Director of the Office of Faith Formation and Evangelization (En Español)
    Obispo Michael C. Barber le da la bienvenida al Padre Jimmy Macalinao al equipo de liderazgo de la Diócesis de Oakland
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  • Save the Date for the 43rd Annual FACE Gala which will be celebrated virtually!
    Save the Date for the 43rd Annual FACE Gala which will be celebrated virtually!
    The 43rd Annual FACE Gala will take place on April 24, 2021 in a virtual format. Additional details and registration information coming soon. We hope you can join us!
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  • CA Catholic Bishops Urge COVID-19 Vaccination to Protect THE Health of Yourself and Your Community
    In partnership with the Catholic health systems and Catholic Charities throughout the Golden State, the Catholic Bishops of California urge all Californians to receive a COVID-19 vaccination. Full statement through the link.
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  • Vacúnese para proteger su salud y la de su comunidad
    En colaboración con los sistemas de salud católicos y las organizaciones de Caridades Católicas de todo el Estado Dorado, los Obispos Católicos de California instan a todos los californianos a vacunarse.
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  • Father Jimmy Macalinao, Director of the Office of Faith Formation and Evangelization
    Father Jimmy Macalinao, Director of the Office of Faith Formation and Evangelization
    Bishop Barber shares an announcement about the appointment of Fr. Jimmy as Director of the Office of Faith Formation and Evangelization. This appointment is effective February 1, 2021.
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  • Catholic Schools Week Featured in January 25 Issue of The Catholic Voice
    On January 25, the newest issue of The Catholic Voice will be available online. This issue includes a feature on Catholic elementary schools in our Diocese. You can access the issue through the link.
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  • Bishop Barber Joins USCCB Statement on Inauguration of President Biden
    Bishop Barber Joins USCCB Statement on Inauguration of President Biden
    The Most Reverend José H. Gomez, Archbishop of Los Angeles, on behalf of the USCCB, offers prayers for the new President and his family. Bishop Barber joins in this unifying statement, available through the link.
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