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Proclaim the Good News

The Diocese of Fresno's Weekly Newsletter, published every Monday morning.

September 9, 2024

Office of the Bishop

Bishop Brennan invites you to the Annual Red Mass!


Join Bishop Brennan at the Annual Red Mass on Friday, October 18, 2024 at St. John's Cathedral in Fresno at 12:15pm.


Bishop Brennan invites legal professionals, law students, government officials and the faithful to honor all who seek justice at this special Mass.

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Retreat for the Diocese of Fresno's Prison Chaplains


The Diocese of Fresno held a retreat for our Prison Chaplains on August 28th at the St. Anthony Retreat Center in Three Rivers. We ask the faithful to pray for our Prison Chaplains and those they serve.

Pictured above:

Bishop Brennan and Bishop Emeritus Ochoa with our Prison Chaplains


Bishop Brennan's

9-year Anniversary as a Bishop


Join the Diocese of Fresno in congratulating Bishop Brennan on his 9th anniversary since he was ordained a Bishop!


Bishop Brennan's Episcopal Ordination was on September 8, 2015 in the Archdiocese of Los Angeles. Congratulations, Bishop Brennan, on this wonderful milestone!

Bishop Brennan wishes his Diocesan staff a Happy Birthday

Office of Catholic Education

Honoring Sr. Catalina Reyero, RAD

St. Anne's School, Porterville


St. Anne's School held a School Mass in honor and memory of Sr. Catalina Reyero, RAD, a former teacher and mentor at the school. Fr. Dalton Rodgers, St. Anne's school alumni, celebrated the Mass.


It was truly wonderful to see the school community come together to honor the beautiful life of Sr. Catalina.

Courtesy of St. Anne's School

Parish Focus

The 100th Anniversary of Sacred Heart Church!

Sacred Heart Church, Dos Palos


Join Sacred Heart Church in Dos Palos in celebration of their 100th Anniversary!


The 100th Anniversary Mass celebrated by Bishop Brennan will take place on Saturday, November 9th at 10:00am. A brunch will follow the Mass in the parish hall.

Courtesy of Sacred Heart Church, Dos Palos

National Day of Remembrance

Shrine of Our Lady of Guadalupe, Co-Patroness of the Unborn, Bakersfield


Join us in prayer on the National Day of Remembrance for Aborted Children on Saturday, September 14th.


All are invited to the Memorial Service for Aborted Children at 11:00am at the Shrine of Our Lady of Guadalupe, Co-Patroness of the Unborn in Bakersfield.

Courtesy of Virginia Santos, Campaign Manager, Shrine of Our Lady of Guadalupe, Co-patroness of the Unborn

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Our Lady of Fatima Celebration

Good Shepherd Catholic Parish, Visalia


You're invited to attend the Our Lady of Fatima Celebration in Visalia!


The celebration will begin on Monday, September 16th and conclude on Sunday, September 22nd. All are welcome to attend the several events scheduled for this wonderful celebration.


All proceeds from the events will support the Catholic School of Visalia, George McCann Memorial Campus!

Courtesy of Ruthanne Parlier, Good Shepherd Catholic Parish, Visalia

View the Schedule of Events

Fiesta Mexicana

Our Lady of Lourdes, Corcoran


Our Lady of Lourdes Church in Corcoran invites you their Fiesta Mexicana!


Join them for music, great food, friendly contests and fellowship on Sunday, September 15th from 8:00am - 9:00pm.


Courtesy of Our Lady of Lourdes Church, Corcoran

View the Flyer!

St. Patrick's Community Raffle

St. Patrick's Parish, Merced

Have you bought your ticket for the St. Patrick's Community Raffle yet? If you haven't, tickets are still available to purchase online for $10 each or a book of 12 for $100. 


All proceeds will go to St. Patrick's and Our Lady of Mercy in Merced to support the day to day operations of the Parish such as electric, gas, staff and water!


The tickets are available to anyone who would like to purchase! Winners will be notified the evening of September 22, 2024.


Some prizes include:

  • 3 night VI Resort stay
  • 75" Samsung TV
  • $500 Cash
  • Gift cards and more! 

Courtesy of Rosemarie Pierce, Administrative Assistance, St. Patrick's Church, Merced

Get Tickets Today!

Office of Formation and Evangelization

The Diocese of Fresno Congress

Register Now!


The Diocese of Fresno Congress is an annual gathering that brings together the community of faithful believers, religious educators and ministry leaders. This three-day event is nothing short of remarkable!


Join us for Congress from October 11th and October 12th and Youth Day on October 13th at the Visalia Convention Center.


At the Diocese of Fresno Congress, you’re not just an attendee, you are part of a beautiful tapestry of faith. If you have any specific questions or want to explore further, feel free to contact the Office of Formation and Evangelization at (559)488-7474 or visit the Diocese of Fresno Congress website.



Courtesy of Roman Flores, Catechetical Coordinator

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Diocesan Retreat Center

Rejoice and Be Glad: The Beatitudes in Married Life

A Marriage Enrichment Retreat



Enjoy a weekend away with your spouse to grow and strengthen your marriage at the Marriage Enrichment Retreat. 


This retreat, centered around the Beatitudes, offers married couples the perfect opportunity to disconnect from everyday routine and reconnect with their loved one while reflecting on Jesus' message for us from the Sermon on the Mount. 


Join us at the St. Anthony Retreat Center in Three Rivers on September 27th to the 29th, 2024.


  • $650 per couple
  • Scholarships are available
Register Here!

Prayer of the Week

Events

Event Name

Location

Time

More Info

Catholic Breakfast Club of Fresno's Monthly Breakfast Gathering

Pardini's, Fresno

September 13, 2024

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National Day of Remembrance for Aborted Children: Memorial Service

Shrine of Our Lady of Guadalupe, Co-Patroness of the Unborn in Bakersfield

September 14, 2024

11:00 AM

View the Flyer

Catholic Charities Harvest of Hope

Convention Center, Fresno

September 14, 2024

5:30 PM

Learn More

Fiesta Mexicana

Our Lady of Lourdes, Corcoran

September 15, 2024

8:00 AM - 9:00 PM

View the Flyer

Diocesan Olympics

San Joaquin Memorial High School, Fresno

September 21, 2024

View the Flyer

Our Lady of

Fatima Celebration

St. Charles Hall, Visalia

September 22, 2024

9:30 AM

View the Flyer

St. Patrick's Community Raffle

St. Patrick's and Our Lady of Mercy, Merced

September 22, 2024

View the Flyer

Annual Diocesan

Blue Mass

St. John's Cathedral, Fresno

September 27, 2024

12:15 PM

Learn More

Marriage Enrichment Retreat

St. Anthony Retreat Center, Three Rivers

September 27 - 29, 2024

Learn More

Knights of Columbus: Summer Knights Dance

Singleton Hall, Fresno

September 28, 2024

View the Flyer

St. Michael

Statue Raffle

St. John's Cathedral, Fresno

September 29, 2024

View the Flyer

Harvest Festival

St. Anthony Mary Claret, Fresno

September 29, 2024

9:00 AM - 9:00 PM

View the Flyer

The Mirror of St. Clare: A Women's Retreat

St. Anthony Retreat Center, Three Rivers

October 4 - 6, 2024

Learn More

Annual Blessing of the Animals

St. John's Cathedral, Fresno

October 6, 2024

2:30 PM

View the Flyer

Faithful Foundations Conference

St. Joachim Church, Madera

October 5, 2024

9:00 AM

View the Flyer

Priesthood Discernment Group Meeting

Holy Family Church, Kingsburg

October 5, 2024

6:00 PM

View the Flyer

Annual Diocesan White Mass

St. John's Cathedral, Fresno

October 11, 2024

12:15 PM

View the Flyer

Diocesan Congress

Visalia Convention Center

October 11-12, 2024

Learn More

Diocesan Youth Day

Visalia Convention Center

October 13, 2024

Learn More

Annual Diocesan

Red Mass

St. John's Cathedral, Fresno

October 18, 2024

12:15 PM

Learn More

Couples Retreat

See Flyer for Details

October 20, 2024

7:30 AM - 7:00 PM

View the Flyer

Knights of Columbus Pancake Breakfast

O'Doherty Hall, Lemoore

October 27, 2024

7:00 AM - 12:00 PM

View the Flyer

Priesthood Discernment Group Meeting

Zoom

November 1, 2024

6:00 PM

View the Flyer

Priesthood Discernment Group Meeting

St. Catherine's Church, Dinuba

December 7, 2024

6:00 PM

View the Flyer

*A Note to our Parishes: Do you have a Parish Event you would like to promote? Send over your event flyer to smejia@dioceseoffresno.org and we'll include it in the event section on our newsletter and website!

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"As God's beloved people we are called in and through the Spirit to live in unity and love and to proclaim the


Good News of Jesus, especially amongst the poor and marginal of our society."



“Como pueblo amado de Dios estamos llamados en y a través del Espíritu Santo a vivir en unidad y amor, y para anunciar la Buena Nueva de Jesús, especialmente entre los pobres y los marginados de nuestra sociedad.”

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