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Proclaim the Good News
The Diocese of Fresno's Weekly Newsletter, published every Monday morning.
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Bishop Brennan visits
George McCann Memorial School in Visalia
Bishop Brennan visited the Catholic School of Visalia, George McCann Memorial Campus last week!
Thank you to the school, staff and students for such a special day!
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Bishop Brennan celebrates the Sacrament of Confirmation
at St. Jude Church in Easton
Congratulations to the CCD students at St. Jude Church in Easton who received their Sacrament of Confirmation from Bishop Brennan on Friday, April 19, 2024!
| Courtesy of Cherie Pinheiro-Quinonez, CCD Faith Formation Coordinator | | |
Bishop Brennan's Movie Recommendation:
Jesus Thirsts, The Miracles of the Eucharist
In Jesus Thirsts: The Miracle of the Eucharist, we embark on a global journey to rediscover and revive the transformative power of the Eucharist.
Buy your tickets today! Jesus Thirsts: The Miracle of the Eucharist will be out in theaters nationwide from June 4 - June 6, 2024.
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Bishop Brennan wishes his Diocesan staff a Happy Birthday | |
Join us at the Annual Memorial Day Mass
In remembrance of those who served
Join Bishop Brennan and the Diocese of Fresno's Catholic Cemeteries at the Annual Outdoor Memorial Day Mass. We ask the faithful to attend this special Mass in honor and remembrance of those who have served our country.
- May 27, 2024 at 10:00 AM
- St. Peter's Catholic Cemetery, Fresno
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Video Series: Get to Know your Future Priests!
Priesthood Ordination 2024
Make sure to check out our videos with Deacon Adrian Arreola and Deacon Jimmy Millan! Stay tuned on our pages to hear from more of our future priests this week!
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JOB ANNOUNCEMENT!
St. Anthony and Santa Teresita Youth Conference Center, Three Rivers
Now hiring! The St. Anthony and Santa Teresita Youth Conference Center in Three Rivers is looking for a Office Manager! Bring your talent to our wonderful retreat centers! For more information, please click the button below.
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*Pictured is Brooklyn with her teacher,
Mrs. Sarah Thommen.
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Congratulations to our Regional Award Winner!
Our Lady of Miracles School, Gustine
The 3rd grade students of Our Lady of Miracles School in Gustine participated in a Writing Contest in conjunction with AG in the Classroom. Their original stories had to focus on agriculture and they competed against students from all over California! They were blessed with a Regional Winner....Miss Brooklyn Fisher! We are so proud of Brooklyn and her amazing accomplishment! Keep reaching for the stars!
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Courtesy of Julie M. Barcelos, M.Ed., Principal, Our Lady of Miracles Catholic School, Gustine
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Congratulations to St. La Salle School Students on their First Holy Communion!
St. La Salle School, Reedley
Congratulations to 28 St. La Salle School students who received First Holy Communion at St. Anthony of Padua Catholic Church in Reedley on April 27, 2024. May God Bless them all!
| Courtesy of St. Anthony of Padua Church, Reedley | | |
Blessing the New Mothers of our Parish
St. Ann Church, Ridgecrest
At St. Ann Church in Ridgecrest, Fr. Santiago blessed 5 expectant and new mothers of our parish! The Blessing was followed by a rosary and a brunch.
One of our parishioners donated beautiful hand-made blankets and these new mamas also received a "blessing bag" of gifts.
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Courtesy of Marla Morgan, CRE, St. Ann, Ridgecrest | | | |
Slow Me Down, Lord: Embracing the Sacrament of the Present Moment
St. Patrick's Parish, Merced
Learn to celebrate the sacrament of the present moment with Terry Hershey! You're invited to a 2-day retreat at St. Patrick's Parish hall in Merced on May 17th and 18th. During this retreat, Terry will show you how to refuel the heart and spirit and stay refreshed emotionally and spiritually.
- Friday, May 17: 7:00pm - 8:30pm ($15 Friday Only)
- Saturday, May 18: 9:00am - 3:00pm ($30 Saturday Only)
- Both Days ($40)
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Father's Day Raffle
St. John's Cathedral, Fresno
The Knights of Columbus of St. John's Cathedral in Fresno is holding a Father's Day Raffle! Enter their raffle for a chance to win a Traeger Smoker! Tickets will be sold at the following Sunday Masses.
Tickets will be 1 for $5.00 or 5 tickets for $20.00! The winning ticket will be pulled on June 9th after the last Mass.
For questions, please contact Brandon at (559) 681-9806 or Trinidad at (559) 790-5170
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The Sacrament of First Holy Communion
Sacred Heart Church, Merced
Congratulations to the children of Sacred Heart Church for making their First Holy Communion!
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Courtesy of Belen Torres, Sacred Heart Church, Merced | | |
America Needs Fatima Rosary Rally
America Needs Fatima of St. John's
Help spread the Fatima Message and devotion to the Immaculate Heart of Mary by participating at the Annual Rosary Rally on May 11, 2024! The Holy Rosary is the most powerful, effective and accessible spiritual weapon in our arsenal of prayers.
For more information, please contact Mary V. Harguindeguy, Rally Captain, at (559) 803- 2370
| Courtesy of Mary V. Harguindeguy, America Needs Fatima Rally Captain | | |
Come & See Discernment Retreat
Carmelite Missionaries of St. Therese of the Child Jesus
Discover the beauty of religious life, the Carmelite Spirituality, the joy of being a Missionary and open your heart to the unique plan God has for your life. Join the Carmelite Missionaries of St. Therese of the Child Jesus at their bilingual "Come and See" Discernment Retreat on Saturday, May 18th from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm.
- For single women ages 17-30
- Last day to register is May 16, 2024
Please contact Sr. Lupita (480) 869-7403 or Sr. Leonor at (602) 413-7043 for more information and to register.
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Come Away Retreat
St. Anthony Retreat Center, Three Rivers
Join us at the Come Away Retreat from May 14 - May 16, 2024! The Come Away Retreat is designed to provide unstructured time in a peaceful place and to simply rest in the presence of God with like-minded people.
Spiritual Direction will be available.
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Happy Nurses Day!
Nurses Week May 6 - May 12
It's National Nurses Week! This years theme, Nurses Make a Difference, honors the incredible nurses who embody the spirit of compassion and care in every health care setting. Please let the nurses in your life know how thankful and appreciative you are for the talent and sacrifices they make to care for those you love.
On behalf of Health Ministries and Faith Community Nurses, we collectively say “Thank You.” May God’s grace continue to be present in your work.
| Courtesy of Roxanna Stevens R.N., Faith Community Nurse, Coordinator of Health Ministry | |
*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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Have Something Special to Share?
We want to know! Share what's happening around our Diocese.
Contact Samantha Mejia, Promotion & Marketing Specialist at smejia@dioceseoffresno.org
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MISSION STATEMENT / DECLARACIÓN DE LA MISIÓN
"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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