February 22, 2021
Photo of the Week:
Pictured above is Fr. Marian Korzeniowski celebrating the 12th Solemnity of the Dedication Anniversary of St. Stanislaus Church. The Mass was held inside the old St. Stanislaus Church due to the water line replacement and reconstruction at the new church. The parish requests prayers from the diocese for successful completion of both projects.
Office of the Bishop:
Pope Francis' Lent 2021 Address
Please see below the Message of the Holy Father Francis for Lent 2021, entitled: “Behold, we are going up to Jerusalem" (Mt 20: 18). Lent: a Time for Renewing Faith, Hope and Love:
Charter for the Protection of Children and Young People Audit Report
The Diocese of Stockton has recently been recognized to be in compliance with the Charter for the Protection of Children and Young People by Stone Bridge Business Partners. Bishop Cotta and the Diocese of Stockton are committed to continue to protect the children and young people within our diocese.
Anniversaries
Catholic Rural Life
Birth is an elusive mystery: an everyday occurrence in nature and rural life that is nonetheless marvelous to behold. Its wonder and splendor are fresh with each new entrance into creation. At the appointed time, a universal labor of intense energy opens the womb of Nature’s gateway and ushers into the world an innocence and hope that is always a gift.
Catholic Rural Life
Change is natural if not always smooth as we move from one phase of life to another. The month of September brings us a change of seasons: The warmth of summer gives way to mornings with a touch of chill in the air; the evenings come earlier as the days shorten in the rhythm of the season. See the blessings of Change and letting Go by clicking here.
Communications:
Voices of Ministry Ep. 2 - Catholic Schools
Voices of Ministry is the first original series from the diocesan podcast network. The series introduces listeners to Diocesan Pastoral Staff and Parish Representatives as they discuss how their work positively impacts the diocese.
Ep. 2 - Part 1 of the series is on diocesan Catholic Schools and features Noehmi Jauregui, Principal of St. George's in Stockton. Part 2, which will be released later this week, features Marian Graham, Director of Catholic Schools for the Diocese of Stockton. In both parts of the episode, the two talk about how Catholic Schools have been thriving through the pandemic and why the schools are essential to our diocese.
Life & Dignity:
Restorative Justice in Light of the Lenten Gospels: A Five-Week Exploration
This weekly Lenten series on restorative justice will lead you as an individual and as a member of society to a deeper appreciation of what it means to follow Christ when you are hurting or when you have been hurt, when you need healing, and when you are looking for new ways to restore relationships that are damaged. For more information on this click here.
The Lenten series is designed for individual or small group use, and follows along with Catholic Mobilizing Network's faith formation guide, Harm, Healing, and Human Dignity: A Catholic Encounter with Restorative Justice (Liturgical Press, 2019). To buy a copy of the guide, click here.
While using the book is strongly recommended, the series may also be completed without it. Each weekly module includes additional web-based resources and reference materials, all rich in wisdom.
Human Resources:
Sacred Heart, Turlock is Seeking A Maintenance/Handyman Worker:
Sacred Heart Church, Turlock is seeking a part-time maintenance worker, up to 30 hours per week. The qualifications for this position is to perform preventive maintenance to buildings and grounds to minimize plumbing, mechanical, electrical, heating and air conditioning system failures, carry out some carpentry work, repair and replace general hardware, some painting, be able to troubleshoot general problems and oversees the completion of needed repairs to buildings as well as other duties as assigned. A high school diploma or equivalent is suggested. A minimum of two years experience with a variety of maintenance tools, equipment, and procedures. Must have a valid driver’s license. If interested please contact the Parish office at (209) 634-8578. Applications are being accepted until March 17, 2021.
Prayer
