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This morning, Very Rev. Msgr. Gerard M. Lopez, gave the invocation at the Latino Education & Advocacy Days (LEAD) Summit at Cal State, San Bernardino.
During his prayer, he remembered the victims of yesterday’s school shooting in Bend, Oregon.🙏
Congratulations to San Secondo d’Asti Catholic Church on celebrating 100 years🎉On Saturday, October 10, Bishop Alberto Rojas celebrated Mass at San Secondo in honor of its 100th anniversary, joined by fellow priests and deacons for this special milestone🙏
On this Mental Health Sunday, Sister Mary Chilee Okoko, DMMM prays for mental wellness for ourselves, for those who are mentally challenged, and for the families and caregivers who support them. 🙏 Today, Catholics are invited to pray for those who are struggling with mental health difficulties 💚 #mentalhealthsunday
Pope’s October Prayer Intention: For the Mental Health Ministry 💚
This October, let us pray for those facing anxiety, depression, and other mental health challenges, as well as for their families and caregivers.
May mental health ministries throughout the Church continue to be a place of compassion and support!
¡Celebre la fiesta de San Francisco de Asís! 🐶🐱🐰
¿Por qué se bendicen los animales en la fiesta de San Francisco de Asís?
El diácono Ricardo Uribe nos explica que, es en recuerdo del gran amor de San Francisco de Asís por toda la creación, él llamaba a los animales sus hermanos y hermanas.
Los animales son más que mascotas; son compañeros que nos brindan alegría, consuelo y amor, y que forman parte de nuestras familias.
Al bendecir a los animales, damos gracias a Dios por estas hermosas criaturas y recordamos nuestro llamado a cuidarlas y protegerlas. En las Sagradas Escrituras vemos cómo Dios nos invita a cuidar de su creación; incluso Adán recibió la misión de poner nombre a los animales.
Demos gracias a Dios por el regalo de la creación y por nuestros compañeros de vida.
EN: Why are animals blessed on the Feast of Saint Francis of Assisi?
Deacon Ricardo Uribe explains that it is in remembrance of Saint Francis of Assisi’s great love for all of creation; he called animals his brothers and sisters.
Animals are more than just pets; they are companions who bring us joy, comfort, and love, and who are part of our families.
By blessing animals, we give thanks to God for these beautiful creatures and remember our call to care for and protect them. In the Holy Scriptures, we see how God invites us to care for His creation; Adam himself was given the mission of naming the animals.
Let us give thanks to God for the gift of creation and for our companions in life.
Celebrate the Feast of St. Francis of Assisi! Find participating parishes hosting Blessings of the Animals through the link in our bio.
Visit the link in our bio to find participating parishes for Blessings of the Animals.
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Let us #PrayTogether that the mental health ministry be established throughout the Church, helping to overcome the stigma and discrimination of persons with mental illnesses. Be a part of this prayer: popesprayer.va/praywiththepo… #PrayerIntention @clicktopray_en
ES: El obispo Alberto Rojas habla sobre las maravillas de la naturaleza que nos rodean. Son un regalo que debemos aprender a apreciar, cuidar y proteger. 🌎
Es importante enseñar a las nuevas generaciones a reflexionar sobre el mundo que compartimos y reconocer cómo todo está interconectado.
Seamos más conscientes por el bien de todos y, especialmente, por las generaciones que vienen. ¿Qué mundo queremos dejarles a nuestros niños?
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EN: Bishop Alberto Rojas speaks about the wonders of nature that surround us a gift we must learn to appreciate, care for, and protect. 🌎
Let us be more mindful for the good of all and especially for the generations to come. What kind of world do we want to leave to our children?
Trees for Francis 🌳
On Sunday, September 27, Bishop Alberto Rojas blessed and planted a Catalina Cherry tree at St. Anthony of Padua Catholic Church in Riverside, CA, marking the first “Trees for Francis” event in our diocese.
In celebration of the Franciscan Jubilee Year and in response to Laudato Si’, Franciscan Jubilee pilgrimage site churches throughout the Diocese are planting a native tree on their campuses! 🌱
This is just the beginning!
Seven more tree-planting events are scheduled from October through December at Franciscan pilgrimage jubilee parishes across the diocese. 🌳
Native trees are being provided by California Interfaith Power & Light!
Several of our diocesan seminarians and Father Larry Curtis were in attendance yesterday for the Beatification Mass of Archbishop Fulton Sheen.
It was a joyful occasion of faith, prayer, and witness as we gathered to celebrate this special moment.
#fultonjsheen
In our third video installment with Bishop Rojas, he reflects on St. Francis of Assisi, whose deep love for creation led him to call all creatures his brothers and sisters, recognizing God’s presence in all things 🐢
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Sunday, 27 September, marks the World Day of Migrants and Refugees. My thoughts go out to migrants and refugees, especially minors compelled to leave their homeland. Children and teenagers are the most vulnerable. They often endure unspeakable suffering, violence, torture, exploitation, and traumatic conditions. It is not uncommon for them to lose their lives along migration routes. I appeal to everyone’s sense of responsibility: may we all feel a sense of involvement in the lives of these young people, who must always be protected and supported.
Bishop Rojas reminds us that God gave us intelligence, creativity, and the ability to understand nature so that we can be responsible stewards of what He has entrusted to us. 🌎 It is important to remember that our choices affect others especially those living in the poorest and most vulnerable communities around the world. 🌱
Congratulations to Bishop Alberto Rojas on receiving the 2026 Mexican Leadership Recognition Award! 🎉
Presented by Dr. Salvador Percastre Mendizabal, Consul of Mexico, during the Mexican Independence Day festivities at the Consulate of Mexico in San Bernardino on September 17th.
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In the first video of our new series with Bishop Alberto Rojas. He shares his deep love for nature and reflects on how growing up surrounded by the beauty of creation shaped his appreciation for God’s handiwork.
Bishop offers an important message to young people: in a world filled with technology and constant distractions, we need to make time to step outside, reflect, experience the beauty of nature, and reconnect with God our Creator. When we fail to respect and care for creation, the effects are felt by everyone, especially those most vulnerable.
#SeasonOfCreation #LaudatoSi
