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The annual Police-Fire-Sheriff Mass originated as a way to honor the firefighters who lost their lives during the 1946 Herbert Hotel Fire and continues to honor all first responders.

By Mary Powers In a tradition dating back to the Middle Ages, members of the legal profession gather at the beginning of each court year for the annual Red Mass,… Read More

By Rev. Vincent Woo, J.C.D. The content of this piece is drawn from Father Vincent Woo’s article titled “Historical Development of the Times of Ordinations: A Proposal to Revitalize Ember Saturday… Read More

The stigmata are not so important for what they tell us about St. Francis but what they reveal about Jesus Christ and the place of His Gospel in our lives.

The Church traditionally dedicates the month of September to Our Lady of Sorrows, a title given to Mary that recalls the deep sorrows she felt as she witnessed the passion… Read More

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Father Thomas Hamilton, beloved priest, devoted family man, and passionate model train enthusiast, passed away peacefully on August 20, 2024.

The celebration included a procession through the town, a blessing by Archbishop Cordileone and Mass for the solemnity of the Assumption.

“Let’s bring our Lord out into the streets, not just around the church…Our faith is not meant to be hidden, it’s meant to be shown, shown to others.”

Standing before the Archbishop, the candidates resolved to complete their preparation for Holy Orders, to form their heart and mind to faithfully serve Christ the Lord and His Body, the… Read More

Three bills that promote abortion are advancing in the California legislature, and all three have a strong likelihood of becoming law.

Twenty-five immigrants attended the first in a series of Know Your Rights workshops at St. Francis of Assisi Parish on Sunday, as the Archdiocese launches a new initiative to support… Read More