Bishop Robert McElroy has announced that Kathleen Domingo will be the new executive director of the California Catholic Conference.  Currently Senior Director of the Office of Life, Justice and Peace in the Archdiocese of Los Angeles, Mrs. Domingo will be the first woman executive director in the history of the Conference.

Marian Sisters move to new Santa Rosa convent A conversation with Reverend Mother Teresa Christe as the Marian Sisters of Santa Rosa approach significant milestones in their young history. February 5, 2021 Jim Graves - Catholic World Report

Thus, effective immediately, in accord with the injunction issued by the Supreme Court, I allow any pastor to make a local determination about the prudence and safety of opening for indoor worship this weekend, February 6-7. You have my permission to do so.

There’s no doubt that we are all experiencing high degrees of stress and anxiety in our lives right now. It is certainly understandable with all the issues we all are facing, especially due to the Covid-19 pandemic. And it is quite probable that this stress and anxiety is leading to strains in marriage relationships.

President Joe Biden’s wide-ranging executive order to extend existing federal nondiscrimination protections to LGBTQ people exceeds the U.S. Supreme Court’s June 2020 ruling on the issue in Bostock v. Clayton County, Georgia, said the chairmen of five U.S. bishops’ committees.

Organizers Elated, Humbled as Thousands Attend San Francisco, January 23, 2021- Despite concerns about both the Covid pandemic and political unrest, San Francisco pro-lifers held the 17th Annual Walk for Life West Coast today.

The Ursuline Sisters, who have served in Santa Rosa for more than 130 years, are announcing the sale of their property at 400 Angela Drive in Santa Rosa, California to the Marian Sisters of Santa Rosa. 

I publish with this brief note, the statement made by Archbishop Jose Gomez, President of the USCCB, as well as Archbishop of Los Angeles regarding the incoming Administration

The Agape Program through Kolbe Academy and Trinity Prep and in conjunction with many of our neighbors continues to provide grocery and food help to our community.  Agape was born from the need caused by the COVID-19 restrictions and the exacerbated need caused by two disastrous fires.

In the name of the Church, I want, first of all to express my sincere sorrow that so many have been subjected to the evil actions of priests and bishops. Thus, I apologize again, especially for any who have been subjected to injury at the hands of the clergy named below. While the Church has taken some very significant actions over the past twenty years, those actions are significant in terms of the present and future protection of children. However, they do not touch the very real trauma which the evil actions of deacons, priests and bishops have caused in the lives of thousands of young people in our nation.

Answers to some questions regarding COVID restrictions

It has long been recognized that the ability to give thanks is the mark of the truly religious person. Without the sense of thanksgiving, we fail to have openness to God, to others, to our own personal histories, and to the goodness of life itself.

We are entering the wonderful time of “The Holidays” where food, family, and friends become much more abundant . 

Advent Activities and Blessings for The Home

The Catholic is a citizen of two worlds—at once. How to keep these citizenships in balance. Advent is the time of awaiting the Prince of Peace. What can we do to make it REAL.

17th Annual Walk for Life Update! Many of you have been asking – will we have a Walk for Life this year? The answer – YES!

"The Church wishes to help form consciences in political life and to stimulate greater insight into the authentic requirements of justice as well as greater readiness to act accordingly, even when this might involve conflict with situations of personal interest. . . . The Church cannot and must not take upon herself the political battle to bring about the most just society possible. She cannot and must not replace the State. Yet at the same time she cannot and must not remain on the sidelines in the fight for justice." - Benedict XVI, Deus Caritas Est no. 28

Father David Shaw, a priest of the Diocese of Santa Rosa entered into eternal life on Monday, October 12 after a battle with cancer of the esophagus.  Father Shaw was 77 years of age and had served as a priest for 52 years. 

Diocese of Santa Rosa Catholic Youth Organization (CYO) 2020-2021 Season Canceled

Due to recent events, we are offering a free virtual conference. No pre-registration is necessary. Below, you will find everything you need to join us from the comfort of your home or office. Attached you will find: Schedule overview - Simple access codes (link & password) - Speakers bio