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Calling all sewers! Holy Cross Lutheran in Livermore is hosting their August Sew-Fest to make simple dresses for youth in need around the world. Not a sewer? Cheerful cotton fabric donations accepted. Details through the link.

The Survivor Ministry of the Diocese of Oakland will be holding an online conversation to convene survivors of clergy sexual abuse and provide input on how healing and reconciliation services should be delivered at the Oakland Diocese. Details through the link.

This is a follow up to the directive published in the September 7, 2020 Admin Weekly, asking parishes to cease using music composed by David Haas until the investigation into allegations of his sexual assault have been completed. The letter from GIA confirms the permanent suspension of his music at public worship.

Bishop Barber shares his thoughts and prayers on coming "home" to the Eucharist. Watch this new video through the link.

On July 21, 2021, Gunnar Davison of the Church of Santa Maria received the habit of the Franciscan Friars of the Renewal in the Bronx, New York. He will now be known as Brother Joshua Mary. Read more through the link.

Bishop Barber issued a July 18 statement granting permission for the continued use of the Traditional Latin Mass while a review of Pope Francis’ Motu proprio Traditionis custodes, dated 16 July 2021 and regarding the use of the Roman liturgy prior to 1970, is underway. For the full text of Pope Francis' Motu proprio and Bishop Barber's statement read through the link.

The California Catholic Conference and the Diocese of Oakland encourage you to learn about the CA Covid-19 relief program which helps income eligible households with rent and utilities, both for past due and future payments. Income eligible applicants may qualify regardless of immigration status and will not be required to show proof of citizenship. More information available through the link.

National Family Planning Awareness Week will be July 25-31, 2021. This year's theme is: To Have, To Hold, To Honor. Local events include activities at Holy Spirit Parish in Fremont. For resources and information read through the link.

The St. Frances de Sales School for Pastoral Ministry is accepting applications to the 2021-2022 program year. Application information, deadlines, and additional details available through the link.

The Congregation for Divine Worship and the Discipline of the Sacraments published an updated version of the Litany of St. Joseph. The new version adds seven invocations, drawn from the writings of recent Popes - Saint Paul VI, Saint John Paul II, and Pope Francis.

The schedule of second collections for 2021-2022 has been updated to correct a collection date. Note a few procedural changes as well.

The World Day for Grandparents and the Elderly will be celebrated annually on the fourth Sunday of July, beginning this year on July 25.

The Diocese of Oakland is pleased to welcome Kristina Molina as its new Victims Assistance Coordinator.

San Damiano Retreat Center is offering a chance to be entered to win a Christmas party for your team at the Retreat Center. Details through the link.

El obispo Michael C. Barber, SJ, anunció el levantamiento de la dispensación para asistir a Misa dominical en persona, a partir del 15 de agosto.

Bishop Michael C. Barber, SJ, has announced the lifting of the dispensation to attend Mass in person, effective Aug. 15.

View Bishop Barber's statement about the new The Catholic Voice Magazine.

A new cycle of formation for the Serra Catechetical Institute will be starting October, 2021/Un nuevo ciclo de formación para el Instituto Catequético Serra comenzará en Octubre, 2021. Deadline to register is Sept. 1. Details through the link.

Bishop Barber invites all Catholics to join church leaders in a community wide prayer vigil. Sunday, June 27, 2021 at 5:00pm, Elmhurst Park, 98th Ave. & B Street, Oakland. Gather to pray for peace in the city of Oakland and victims of violent crimes. Sponsored by Bay Area Community Benefit Organization.

Bishop Michael C. Barber, SJ, and the Racial Justice Task Force of the Diocese of Oakland share this prayer commemorating Juneteenth.