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celebrate catholic family life Sept. 24 - Oct. 2
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"The Joy of Love experienced by families is also the joy of the Church." -- Pope Francis
Bishop Michael C. Barber, SJ and the Office of Marriage & Family Life invite you to celebrate Catholic Family Life through prayer, formation, service, and social events happening throughout our Diocese Sept. 24 - Oct. 2.
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Upcoming Events
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September 24 - October 2
Join us spiritually, socially, formationally and in service this week. Check the CCFL page for a growing list of events, grab our Participation Passport, and make a plan to join!Read More -
September 28, 7:00 AM - November 6, 7:00 PM
Bishop Michael C. Barber, SJ invites Diocese faithful and all people of good will to come together to pray for the sanctity of human life at locations in Concord, Hayward, and Walnut Creek during our 40 Days for Life vigil.Read More -
September 29 - October 7
Novena a Nuestra Señora del Santo Rosario para derrotar la Proposición 1 - Catholics United to Protect and Support Women, Children, and FamiliesRead More -
Friday, September 30, 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM
Take action and gather for peace to prevent homicides and gun violence through Ceasefire, a partnership with the City of Oakland and community organizations. Meet at 6:00pm, walk begins at 6:30pm.Read More
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updates from bishop barber & our diocese
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The U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops (USCCB) has issued the National Synthesis of the People of God in the United States of America. The synthesis marks the completion of the Diocesan Phase of the 2021-2023 Synod: For a Synodal Church: Communion, Participation, and Mission.Read More
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In October, the Catholic Church in the United States celebrates Respect Life Month, and the first Sunday of October is designated as Respect Life Sunday. To support these annual observances, the USCCB Secretariat of Pro-Life Activities provides materials to help Catholics understand and value the gift of human life and help build a culture that cherishes and protects it.Read More
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