Except the limit that we ourselves place on it.
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Hope and the kingdom of God give us life
Are these realities for us that truly give us life and allow that life to flow into and through us for others?
Continue readingCoronavirus: The latest updates from the Archdiocese of Los Angeles and our parish
As certain restrictions have been lifted and others re-imposed, all parishes and pastors are to implement the new guidelines with prudence, following public health precautions, and with the safety and wellbeing of their parishioners in mind.
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On Inauguration Day, Archbishop Gomez calls for national unity, healing
I look forward to working with President Biden and his administration and the new Congress. As with every administration, there will be areas where we agree and work closely together and areas where we will have principled disagreement and strong opposition.
Continue readingStatement of U.S. Bishops’ president on George Floyd and the protests in American cities
I am praying for George Floyd and his loved ones, and on behalf of my brother bishops, I share the outrage of the black community and those who stand with them in Minneapolis, Los Angeles, and across the country.
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A letter from Father Perry D. Leiker, pastor, to parishioners
As pastor, I want to communicate these directives from Archbishop Gomez and share my own concerns with you as we deal with difficult decisions and face the future together as the St. Bernard community.
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What is the difference between ‘fasting’ and ‘abstinence’?
Catholics between the ages of 18 and 59 are obliged to fast on Ash Wednesday on Feb. 26 and Good Friday on April 10. In addition, all Catholics 14 and older must abstain from meat on Ash Wednesday, all the Fridays of Lent, and Good Friday. But what is the difference between “abstinence” and “fasting”?
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A vision for the church
We are called to be people who evangelize, disciples who are missionaries. Every one of us. This is our identity as Catholics and this is the true nature of the church. And our mission is urgent.
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Archbishop José H. Gomez’s statement on the conclusion of the Vatican meeting on the protection of minors in the church
I followed this week’s summit at the Vatican closely and I am inspired by Pope Francis’ commitment to eliminate the evil of child abuse from the global church and the wider global society
Continue readingSociety needs ‘artisans of peace’ by following Dr. King’s example
By Cardinal Daniel DiNardo Today more than ever, our societies need “artisans of peace” who can be messengers and authentic witnesses of God the Father, who wills the good and the happiness of the human family. Pope Francis’ words, given […]
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