News - April 2022

403(b) Retirement Planning for Diocese of Oakland Employees

We are excited to provide employees with this short video from The Standard. We hope the information presented in this video will encourage you to enroll in the Diocese of Oakland 403(b) retirement plan. It's an important decision you can make toward your retirement financial security. Significant details through the link.

John Pelster '87 Named Lasallian Educator of the Year for 2022

At the De La Salle High School, Saint La Salle Liturgy held on Wednesday, April 27, Vice President for Academic Life, Dr. Heather Alumbaugh announced that Mr. John Pelster '87 has been selected as the school’s 2022 Lasallian Educator of the Year. More information through the link.

CCHD Internship Application for 2022-23, Deadline to Apply Extended

Details available through the link.

Thank You From the FACE Board and Staff

Read through this link to hear from Terri Porter, Director of FACE, sharing thanks and updates from the April 23, 2022 Gala.

Catholic Mobilizing Network: National Crime Victims' Rights Week Webinar

Learn about the "dos and don'ts" of accompanying victim survivors through a restorative process. The Zoom recording includes perspectives from murder victims' family members, victim advocates, and ministry leaders.

Volunteer opportunities at San Damiano Gift Shop

San Damiano's gift shop is a wonderful resource for gifts for First Communion, spiritual books, and Catholic gift items. The retreat center gift shop is seeking volunteers to attend to the gift shop and ring up sales. Dates/Times of interest would be Monday - Saturday 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM. Contact information through the link.

Update: Change of Address for CCOP

Please update your records to reflect the address update for CCOP. Details through the link.

St. Luke Productions Presents: "Tolton: From Slave to Priest" at Five Locations During May 2022

Tolton: From Slave to Priest, is the live theatrical one-man drama performed by actor Jim Coleman and directed by Leonardo Defilippis of Saint Luke Productions. Five performances will take place between May 14 and May 22, 2022 throughout the Diocese. For locations, tickets and information, read through the link.

In Memoriam: Sister Carmel Marie Silva, OP

Sister Carmel Marie Silva, OP, died in Fremont on April 18. She was 86 years old and in the 66th year of her religious profession. Learn more about her life and her Mass for Christian Burial through the link.

Read the April 2022 PIA Newsletter

Click through to learn the latest news from Parishes In Action. This month's theme is God's Young Church.

Father Jimmy Macalinao appointed to St. Perpetua, Lafayette

Bishop Michael C. Barber, SJ, has appointed Father Jimmy Macalinao as parochial administrator of St. Perpetua Parish in Lafayette, effective July 1. More details through the link.

The Workforce Development Program at St. Vincent de Paul is a paid job training program aimed at helping the unemployed re-enter the workforce and find stable employment. The 24-week program teaches participants skills and techniques to find a job and be successful in the workplace, offering training in resume development, interviewing, and organizational skills in a supportive & compassionate environment More information through the link.

Andrew Currier welcomes Karen Goodshaw as Associate Superintendent for Leadership

Karen Goodshaw has accepted the position of Associate Superintendent for the Diocesan Catholic Schools Department. Ms. Goodshaw's wealth of experience in both public and Catholic schools will be a great benefit to our school leaders as she works with principals and pastors to find ways to strengthen school vitality well into the future. Learn more about Ms. Goodshaw's experience and perspective through the link.

Contributing to the Care of Creation Through Earth Day 2022

Earth Day is April 22, and the California Catholic Conference has prepared bulletin inserts in English and Spanish, detailing ways parishes and parishioners can contribute to the care of creation.

2022 Adult Confirmation Update: Parish Registration Required by Pastors/DREs

Adult Confirmations will take place at the Cathedral on June 4th & June 5th. Pastors/DREs must register your parish for a spot at one of the designated Confirmation celebrations. Registration deadline: April 25.

Need Pews?

St. Columba Church has six pews they would like to give away. Contact St. Columba at 510.654.7600. Photo through the link.

Knights and Ladies Virtual Conference

The Knights of Peter Claver and the Ladies Auxiliary will hold a 3rd virtual Western States District Conference on April 22-24, 2022. Details through the link.

Explore Estate Planning Options

Tax Time is a great time to explore Estate Planning Options. Consider including the Diocese of Oakland in your Estate Planning. These gifts have a tremendous impact. Your gifts will sustain and support our Diocese for years to come. For more information, contact Giles Miller at [email protected].

Join Bishop McElroy for "The Boldness, the Vision and the Opportunity of this Synodal Moment"

Bishop Robert W. McElroy, Diocese of San Diego will speak at St. Mary's College on April 20, 2022 to address the importance of this Synod moment in the life of the Church. Details through the link.

Bishop Barber Joins Faith leaders in Citywide Good Friday Service

Bishop Barber has been invited to join Faith leaders in our community, to worship and participate in the annual, Oakland - city wide, Good Friday Service, along with other elected officials, ecumenical groups, and Acts Full Gospel Church. More information through the link.