September 27, 2021
Photo of the Week:
On Saturday, September 18, as part of the 2021 National Migration Week, Bishop Cotta celebrated First Communion and Confirmation sacraments with migrant farmworker families. Migrant farmworkers and their families joined from different migrant camps and parishes including, Sacred Heart Parish of Patterson, St. Joachim of Lockeford, St. Mary’s of Stockton and St. George of Stockton.
Photos of the Week:
Pastoral Center Staff celebrated an Employee Appreciation event last week at St. Jorge Winery in Acampo, CA.
The Staff Appreciation event was hosted by Vern and Janise Vierra. We are grateful for their kindness and generosity.
Office of the Bishop:
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.
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.
School of Ministry:
Deepen your Faith on your Own Time
Register Today! 3 week or 5 week online courses in Partnership with the University of Dayton. For more information contact the School of Ministry at 209-466-0636.
Profundiza tu Fe a tu propio Tiempo!
Regístrate Hoy! Cursos en línea de 3 y 5 semanas en colaboración con La Universidad de Dayton. Contacto: Escuela de Ministerio- 209-466-0636
Join this training to have the skills, knowledge, and resources
to serve in Caring for Whole Person Ministry in your Parish!
Liturgy & Worship:
(Re-) Learning the Mass
(Re-)Learning the Mass
In part 11, we continue our exploration of the Liturgy of the Word, particularly focusing on the role of the Psalms in the Christian life.
stocktondiocese.org/relearning-the-mass.
In part 11, we continue our exploration of the Liturgy of the Word, particularly focusing on the role of the Psalms in the Christian life.
stocktondiocese.org/relearning-the-mass.
Praying the Rosary in October
Marriage & Family Life:
Septiembre es el Mes Nacional de Prevención del Suicidio
Evangelization and Faith Formation:
Registration Now Open - Hope, Heal, Renew: Our Journey Continues
Registration is only $15 until October 1st, 2021, then the price goes up. Register today! Click on the link to register now! Hope Heal Renew 2021 – A Virtual Catholic Catechetical Conference
Inspired by the success of our inaugural virtual conference last fall, we invite you to join us on November 4 – 6, 2021 to engage in uplifting prayer services & liturgies, live interactions with presenters, learning sessions in multiple languages, real-time “coffee talk” conversations with colleagues in ministry, and so much more. Come, be with us as our journey continues…
¡Inscribete hoy - Esperanza, sanacíon, renovacíon: Nuesta Jornada Continúa
La inscripción es solo $ 15 hasta el 1 de octubre de 2021 y después aumenta el precio.
¡Inscríbete hoy! ¡Oprime el enlace para registrarte! Hope Heal Renew 2021 – A Virtual Catholic Catechetical Conference
Inspirados por el éxito de nuestra conferencia virtual inaugural el otoño pasado, te invitamos a acompañarnos el 4 al 6 de noviembre, 2021 para participar en liturgias y momentos de oración motivadoras, interacciones en vivo con presentadores, sesiones de aprendizaje en varios idiomas, conversaciones mientras tomamos “café en tiempo real” con colegas en el ministerio, y mucho más. Ven, quédate con nosotros porque nuestra jornada continua ...
Life & Dignity:
October is Respect Life Month
Promoting awareness of the dignity of the human person
Every October the Catholic Church in the United States celebrates Respect Life Month, and the first Sunday of October is observed as Respect Life Sunday!
October 2nd & 3rd there is a second collection that funds the Family & Respect Life ministry which provides parish support and resources throughout the entire diocese promoting the dignity of life and the building of the domestic church.
Click on the below links to learn more and take action.
- October Respect Life Webinars (beginning Oct. 5th) sponsored by the Archdiocese of San Francisco and the University of Notre Dame McGrath Institute. Sign up for the three-part series that addresses the educational gaps found in the study: “How Americans Understand Abortion: A Comprehensive Interview Study of Abortion Attitudes in the U.S.”
- Diocese of Sacramento is holding a Theology of the Body Conference in Spanish: Oct. 15-16. For more information & to register click here.
- Act Now to stop the most extreme abortion bill ever by contacting your representative here! Learn more here on how the so-called “Women’s Health Protection” (H.R. 3755/S. 1975) would impose abortion on demand at any stage of pregnancy.
To Learn more click here. To donate click here.
Hispanic Ministry:
Take Action!!! No More Delay: Positive Immigration Reform Needed Today
American Catholics have been working toward immigration reform for decades, and it’s long overdue. The 117th Congress now has an opportunity to address immigration in a positive, productive, and forward-looking way. Justice for Immigrants is inviting Catholics to take action during the month of September. Contact your Senators and Representative today by clicking here. If you prefer to make a phone call, below is the phone number and a suggested script.
Senators (California): Dianne Feinstein 202-224-3841; Alex Padilla 202-224-3553.
Script: Good morning / Good afternoon, my name is ___________. I am calling on Representative/ Senator____________ to support the inclusion of essential workers, DREAMERS (DACA recipients), TPS holders in the budget reconciliation process.
¡Alerta de Acción!!
No más demoras: hoy se necesita una reforma migratoria positiva
Los católicos estadounidenses han estado trabajado por una reforma migratoria por décadas, y hace mucho tiempo que debería haber pasado. El 117 Congreso ahora tiene la oportunidad de abordar la inmigración de una manera positiva, productiva y con visión de futuro. USCCB Justicia para los Inmigrantes invita a los católicos a tomar acción durante el mes de septiembre. Envíe ahora sus peticiones al Senado y a la Cámara de Representantes hoy aquí. Si usted prefiere llamar, aquí están los números telefónicos y un guión sugerido.
Senadores (California): Dianne Feinstein 202-224-3841; Alex Padilla 202-224-3553.
Guión: Buenos días/ Buenas tardes, mi nombre es______________.Estoy llamando al Representante/ Senador/a ____________ para que apoye la inclusión de trabajadores esenciales, los jóvenes soñadores (beneficiarios de DACA), TPS dentro del presupuesto de reconciliación.
Human Resources:
Director of Advancement - Central Catholic High School
Central Catholic High School is seeking a mission-oriented advancement professional to guide the school’s Advancement Department, planning, overseeing, and growing an established Annual Fund Campaign and BASH fundraising auction gala. Other responsibilities include working closely with the Marketing Program and Constituent Relations as well as support for other fundraising activities. A successful candidate must show expertise in budgeting, planning, collaborating, and communicating with others, as well as experience with fundraising software and technology/social media. Click here for the full job description. Please send your application to sawicki@cchsca.org
Director of Youth Ministry - Sacred Heart Turlock
Sacred Heart Church in Turlock is seeking a highly motivated individual to fulfill the part-time position for Director of Youth Ministry. This person will act as a liaison between the Pastor, the Director of Faith Formation and Youth Ministries in the Parish. The Director of youth ministry provides vision and coordination for young people from 8th through 12th grades. This includes weekly high school sessions, weekly youth mass attendance (Sundays), monthly activities, and an annual weekend retreat.
For job description please go to: shparish.net
And forward resume and cover letter to: Edwina Rocha, Director of Operations: rochaemelo28@gmail.com (209) 634-8578
You will need to complete our parish application form and provide three letters of recommendation. One of the letters must be from a Catholic Priest or Deacon. Applications are being accepted until October 12, 2021
Prayer
