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Pilgrims from parishes throughout the Oakland Diocese filled the Cathedral of Christ the Light with a standing-room only crowd on Sunday, Jan. 19 to celebrate the opening of the Jubilee Year of Hope and the reception of an historical cross at the cathedral.

Diocesan communications in 2025

We are excited to announce a coordinated, proactive communication plan for the Diocese of Oakland in promoting the mission of the diocese. Read through the link to learn more about our plans.

Funeral Mass for Father Bill Johnson, age 77, is Jan. 27

The funeral Mass will be celebrated on Monday, Jan. 27, 10:30 am at Christ the King Church, 199 Brandon Road in Pleasant Hill. Burial will follow at Queen of Heaven Cemetery.

St. Joseph Notre Dame's principal pastor Father Steve Kim isn't slowing down.

Ordained at age 25 for the Diocese of San Jose, Father Steve Kim has been busy ever since. He became principal of Saint Joseph Notre Dame (SJND) in 2023, tasked with focusing on Catholic identity and sustainability.

Bishop Cummins laid to rest

The Diocese of Oakland bid farewell to native son and second bishop, Bishop John Stephen Cummins on Dec. 20 and 21 at the Cathedral of Christ the Light.

The legacy of Bishop Cummins

A liturgy of love and luminous mystery

Father Osuna coordinated and composed Bishop Cummins’ funeral services as a Christmas gift to the faithful of the Oakland Diocese. He crafted them as a serenade in word and song, reflecting his vision of life and death, faith and ministry.

Knights bring more than 40K pounds of food for the needy

A 40,000 pound act of mercy for Contra Costa County residents. They may not have been in shiny armor, but the Knights of Columbus Council #4060 from St. Isidore Parish in Danville and their pastor, Father Matthew Murray, made Christmas a little brighter and merrier for 500 families this year, by delivering more than 40,000 pounds of food.

Catholic Charities East Bay Appoints Former Giants Executive as CEO

Catholic Charities East Bay (Catholic Charities) has announced that the Board of Directors has selected former San Francisco Giants executive Mario Alioto as the new Chief Executive Officer of Catholic Charities. He succeeds Interim CEO and Chairman of the Board Jim Fiedler. Read the full announcement through the link.

New diaconate class beginning in 2025

Are you being called? A new diaconate class is forming.

Starting Small: Catechesis of the Good Shepherd’s growing effect at St. John Vianney

As Catholics wondering how to keep younger generations engaged in the life of the Church, St. John Vianney in Walnut Creek has found an answer: start them early with the Catechesis of the Good Shepherd (CGS).

Cathedral Becomes Beacon of Light

In addition to the candles on the Advent wreath this year, the Cathedral of Christ the Light is enkindling a new tradition. Energy efficient LED lights capable of being changed to almost any color have been installed to illuminate the exterior of the cathedral.

Antioch Parish Celebrates 150th Anniversary

Nearly 1,000 came together to celebrate the faith that has not just survived significant challenges, but thrived, at Most Holy Rosary Parish in Antioch for 150 years.

Saintly Six at Saint Leo

St. Leo students enjoyed the Feast of All Saints, Nov. 1, with a lesson on the "Saintly Six" black Catholic saints and ice cream.

Black Catholics' History Shapes Today's Communion of Saints

Building on the deep faith of black Catholics, under the leadership of the African American Pastoral Council (AAPC), local Catholics, young and not so young, are part of the movement to pray for and celebrate Father Augustus Tolton and other black Catholics from the United States who have open causes for canonization. Read about the extraordinary journey of the Saintly Six.

Holy Hours

Parishes around our Diocese will be holding extended Holy Hours November 4-8th. All are invited to join in prayer, before our Lord present in the Blessed Sacrament! Holy Hour schedule through the link.

Mass of Remembrance at St. Augustine, Nov. 4, at 7 p.m.

This is a special liturgy to celebrate our loved ones who have gone before us. If attending this Mass, please bring a photo of your loved one. You will also be able to view this celebration online. Details through the link.

Bishop Barber: Catholic school teachers sow and plant the faith

Bishop Barber, whose career includes teaching, recently shared with our Catholic school teachers his perspective on their influence in the lives and faith of their students.

Synod on Synodality

Follow Vatican News' daily coverage of the second session of the 16th Ordinary General Assembly of the Synod, taking place in the Vatican to explore Synodality: “Communion, Participation, and Mission.”

WINGS: Still Soaring After 25 Years

Self-described organization of “sacred sassy sisters" has helped women of faith network and support one another for 25+ years. Read more about their fellowship, their service, their journey, and where you can find a group through the link.