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Immigration scammers target East Bay Catholics

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Scammers are posing as attorneys or clergy representing Catholic Charities, taking hundreds of dollars from people seeking legal advice regarding their immigration status.

Tears, years and Malaysia: journeys to full communion in the Church are unique to each new Catholic

Mar 31, 2026 Nakapatay ang mga Komento sa Tears, years and Malaysia: journeys to full communion in the Church are unique to each new Catholic
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Many dioceses in the United States and elsewhere are reporting dramatic increases in the number of people becoming Catholic. Even as those celebrating the Order of Christian Initiation of Adults (OCIA) grows, perhaps the only common thread in their stories is their search for a deeper relationship with God, as…

Responding to a call to heal the whole person

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For the Order of Malta Clinic of Northern California, the World Day of the Sick Mass and reception are more than annual events: They are public expressions of the Clinic’s daily vocation to serve uninsured adults with compassion and medical excellence. World Day of the Sick underscores that healthcare in the Christian vision is holistic—concerned for body, mind, and soul—and that the Church’s ministries are called to accompany patients and families through every stage of illness.

For Marco Pozo, compassionate service for Oakland tribunal traverses the miles

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The Peruvian has conducted thousands of interviews for the diocese and helped people feel comfortable talking about their struggles

‘Helping connect the dots’ in God’s call and a man’s response to priestly vocations

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Jesus Christ walked beside a pair of disciples on the road to Emmaus, even if they didn’t recognize it was the Savior until after He had broken bread with them. He deeply understood the disciples’ journey as He accompanied them.  Father Matthew Murray, priestly vocations director, would be the first…

Catholic Charities Treasure Island Child Development Center

Mar 19, 2026 Nakapatay ang mga Komento sa Catholic Charities Treasure Island Child Development Center
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Looking for childcare for your 0–5-year-old? Catholic Charities Treasure Island Child Development Center (TICDC) is now enrolling infants, toddlers, and preschoolers. Located on Treasure Island in San Francisco’s historic waterfront neighborhood, our licensed program provides a safe, nurturing, and structured environment where children learn through play and developmentally appropriate activities.…

Father Jimmy: once a deacon, now their director

Mar 17, 2026 Nakapatay ang mga Komento sa Father Jimmy: once a deacon, now their director
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The new director of the Diaconate Formation Program is a rarity: once ordained as a permanent deacon, he’s now a priest There are only a small percentage of priests who know from experience the pathway that candidates for permanent deacon are walking. Father Jimmy Macalinao, the diocese’s new director of…

New Seasons, New Grounds continues cultivation of ministry to Asian and Pacific Island community

Mar 13, 2026 Nakapatay ang mga Komento sa New Seasons, New Grounds continues cultivation of ministry to Asian and Pacific Island community
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The beating of ceremonial drums and the clash of cymbals reverberated through the Event Center on the lower level of the Cathedral of Christ the Light during the lion dance, a traditional performance during Lunar New Year celebrations. Dancers garbed as colorful lions performed; their display meant to bring good…

Holding hands and helping 10,000-plus couples

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Ralph and Brigitte Desimone have centered tens of thousands in God to move them forward in loving matrimony Yes, Brigitte and Ralph Desimone still hold hands at Mass after 50 years of marriage. “And everywhere else,” Ralph shares with infectious laughter. That’s just one example of their belief in the…

Oakland students score at Academic Jr. High Decathlon March 7 

Mar 12, 2026 Nakapatay ang mga Komento sa Oakland students score at Academic Jr. High Decathlon March 7 
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On March 7, 29 teams from the Diocese of Oakland participated in the third annual Academic Jr. High Decathlon at Moreau Catholic High School. Students and schools in the Oakland Diocese brought home dozens of awards including St. Agnes Gold Team repeating as overall winners.  This national event draws more than 3,500 Catholic school students, representing 33 dioceses across 17 states.   Students competed as a team…