• Announcement on the settlement of the mediation process for the Cathedral of Christ the Light
• Promotional material for Catholic Campaign for Human Development special collection
• Parish Solidarity Initiative retreat
• Advent retreats, concerts and other activities!

The Catholic Campaign for Human Development special collection will be held Nov. 23-24 in our parishes. Please use resources from the USCCB to promote this appeal, or the following suggested text for a bulletin announcement:

The collection for the Catholic Campaign for Human Development addresses the root causes of poverty in America through promotion and support of community-controlled, self-help organizations and transformative education.  The Campaign for Human Development is dedicated to breaking the cycle of poverty by funding community programs that encourage independence. You are essential to its success. Your generous donations will give those in poverty the support they need to make lasting changes.  25% of the funds raised remain in the participating diocese to address local anti-poverty initiatives.
Together, we can make a difference in families and communities across the United States. Please donate prayerfully and generously. Thank you.

Most Recent: Administrative Assistant to the Chancellor and Victims Assistance Coordinator
Catholic Funeral and Cemetery Services
Please visit the diocesan Human Resources Employment Opportunities page for a listing of openings in the Diocese, Catholic Charities, parishes, schools and other Catholic organizations.

Article 13 of the Charter for the Protection of Children and Young People states that "When a priest or deacon, not incardinated in the diocese/eparchy, is to engage in ministry in the diocese/eparchy, regardless of the length of time, the evaluation of his background may be satisfied through a written attestation of suitability for ministry supplied by his proper ordinary/major superior to the diocese/eparchy.”

The letter is specific to the event happening in the receiving diocese – the celebration of sacraments, a retreat, a presentation, etc. These letters must come directly from the major superior or bishop. They cannot be carried by the visiting clergy, nor can we accept “celebret” cards sent or carried by the visiting clergy. The letter of suitability for ministry should be sent to Chancellor Steve Wilcox, 2121 Harrison St., Oakland 94612. If schedules do not allow the letter to be sent via postal mail, please email to swilcox@oakdiocese.org or call 510-267-8334.