California Catholic Daily

01/07/2025

Two of Arizona’s Catholic bishops joined last week with a group of other Christian leaders in the state to express their “grave concern” over “the threat of mistreatment of undocumented persons who are our neighbors and contribute to our communities.”

“While we recognize the lawful right of nations to monitor and control their borders, we also recognize that in many ways our current U.S. immigration laws do not uphold individuals’ rights to a dignified life, family unity, and safety,” wrote a group of 10 Arizona Christian leaders in a Dec. 28 AZ Central column.

https://www.cal-catholic.com/phoenix-and-tucson-bishops-warn-ice-away-from-churches/

01/03/2025

🌟 Churches Worth Driving To 🌟
Ss. Peter & Paul Church, San Francisco
A stunning place of worship where Italian, Chinese, and English traditions beautifully come together.

https://www.cal-catholic.com/churches-worth-driving-to-ss-peter-paul-san-francisco/

01/01/2025

My good Irish friend Donncha was convinced that if every Catholic in San Francisco put a nativity scene in their front window this December, the City would change. The problem with our cities, he rightly observed, is that we rush back and forth from work to play, from expensive restaurants to expensive entertainment, and we don’t stop to look at Jesus. We have forgotten the fundamental truth of human existence: that God became human so that humans could become like God. We have forgotten the real meaning of Christmas, even though everyone longs for the spirit of Christmas.

https://www.cal-catholic.com/the-shock-of-a-nativity-scene-in-san-francisco/

12/30/2024

….According to the always leftist, frequently hysterical, reporting of the National Catholic Reporter:

Trump’s choice of Brian Burch to represent him here in Rome is certain to raise eyebrows inside the Vatican, as he has long expressed criticism of the Francis papacy.

The NCR goes on to list some of those instances. Burch criticized the Vatican document allowing the blessing of same-sex couples. Burch took issue with Pope Francis punishing Cardinal Burke, who is perhaps the single most careful and respectful of all the Holy Father’s public critics.

https://www.cal-catholic.com/why-the-catholic-left-hates-brian-burch/

12/20/2024

⛪ Churches Worth Driving To – St. Scholastica, Erie, Colorado

Discover St. Scholastica Catholic Church in Erie, Colorado—a vibrant and welcoming parish that’s truly worth the drive!

🎤 Hear from parishioners as they share what makes this church so special: the strong sense of community, inspiring services, and a place where faith truly comes alive.

📍 Plan your visit to experience the warmth and spirit of St. Scholastica for yourself!

12/18/2024

📚 "I Do Believe in an Afterlife" – An Interview with a Lapsed Catholic

Meet Eric, an economics and statistics student at Taft College, southwest of Bakersfield. In this thoughtful conversation outside the Student Services building, Eric reflects on his faith, beliefs, and spiritual practices.

Join the conversation "Do you consider yourself religious?"

read the entire interview https://bit.ly/3VCu8E7

12/15/2024

Discover the Historic St. Patrick Church in Watsonville

Looking for a parish that feels like home? St. Patrick Church in Watsonville is a historic treasure and a vibrant community worth the drive! Known for its strong Hispanic heritage, this parish embraces tradition while fostering a warm, welcoming environment for all.

12/13/2024

Noose tightens on nuns in Nicaragua
'It doesn’t matter if they’re foreign or nationals, they must leave'

Officials from the Ortega regime had a meeting two months ago with the superiors of religious congregations in the country, in which they were told that residency permits would not be renewed for foreign priests and sisters once they expired, local sources told The Pillar.

“They also said that those who insisted on renewing their permits would be charged more than usual for the process and still be denied, so that they should not even bother,” a source close to the bishops’ conference told The Pillar.

https://www.cal-catholic.com/noose-tightens-on-nuns-in-nicaragua/

12/06/2024

Churches worth driving to – St. Mary’s Church, Malta, Montana
A conservative, traditional parish.

St. Mary’s is a parish of the Diocese of Great Falls-Billings. It is located in the small town of Malta; the town’s first parish was Corpus Christi,
constructed in 1906.

https://www.cal-catholic.com/churches-worth-driving-to-st-marys-church-malta-montana/

12/04/2024

In a video clip that has gone viral on X (formerly Twitter), President-elect Donald Trump vowed to make ending the targeting of parents who express dissenting views at school board meetings a priority of his incoming second administration.

“They called us domestic terrorists, President Trump, for speaking out at school board meetings defending our children,” Moms for Liberty co-foundress Tiffany Justice told the president-elect in the video. She was referring to the outgoing Biden-Harris administration.

Trump replied: “Well, we’ll fix that on the first day, I promise you.”

Parents at Temecula school board meeting in 2023 (CNN)In a video clip that has gone viral on X (formerly Twitter), President-elect Donald Trump vowed to make ending the targeting of parents who express dissenting views at school board meetings a priority of his

12/02/2024

Facing what he calls the “chilling and frightening reality” of President-elect Donald Trump’s plan for mass deportations of undocumented immigrants in the United States, Cardinal Roger Mahony is encouraging America’s Catholic bishops to raise their voices.

“The pending ominous initiative to round up and deport some eleven million undocumented immigrants across the country is a chilling and frightening reality,” Mahony, the archbishop emeritus of Los Angeles, told Crux, noting the impact deportation policies will have on mixed families in the United States – those where some family members are citizens and others undocumented.

Cardinal Mahony (left): "I would not hesitate to raise my voice." (Kevork Djansezian/Getty Images)Facing what he calls the “chilling and frightening reality” of President-elect Donald Trump’s plan for mass deportations of undocumented immigrants in the United States, Cardinal Roger Mahony is e...

11/27/2024

🚗 Churches Worth Driving To: Precious Blood, Los Angeles

If you’re a fan of breathtaking art and inspiring architecture, the Church of the Precious Blood in Los Angeles is a must-visit destination!

Nestled in the heart of Los Angeles’ Westlake district, Precious Blood Church is a stunning testament to history, faith, and artistry.

A Rich History

- Established in 1923, the parish has been a spiritual cornerstone of the community for over a century.
- The current Italian Romanesque-style church was completed in 1926, showcasing timeless architecture.

https://www.cal-catholic.com/churches-worth-driving-to-precious-blood-los-angeles/

11/26/2024

On September 9, 2024, I had the opportunity to speak with Inderjot, a business student at California State University, Bakersfield, outside the Science III building. We delved into the complex and deeply personal topic of the morality of abortion.

🎙️ What do you think about the morality of abortion? 👉 Join the conversation
Inderjot: Based on religion, it’s controversial because all these holy books are tailored to a specific time period. You’re not supposed to update them because it’s the holy scripture and you’re not supposed to touch it.
📌Read the entire interview here https://bit.ly/3Z74BE9

11/25/2024

Located in the heart of Fort Collins, Colorado, St. John XXIII Church is a vibrant and welcoming community, perfect for students at Colorado State University and beyond. 🙏

Come for the uplifting services, stay for the sense of belonging and purpose. St. John XXIII Church is truly a place worth the drive!

11/22/2024

Seven years ago my spiritual director suggested I read a chapter of the Bible every morning, and I’ve been doing that. Six months ago, however, I finished the Bible (for the third time!) and began reading other things in the morning. I read a spiritual biography of St. John of the Cross, and a commentary on St. John’s Gospel — all good spiritual reading, but there is nothing to compare with the Good Book itself. So last week I opened the large Bible that I keep open on my mantlepiece.

We did not make ourselves, and we do not have to save ourselves. Seven years ago my spiritual director suggested I read a chapter of the Bible every morning, and I’ve been doing that. Six months ago, however, I finished the Bible (for

11/20/2024

San Diego State officials tried to quell pro-women’s protests taking place at the college’s volleyball game against San José State University, a team that has made national headlines for including a transgender player on its roster.

Outkick reports that the November 9 game – which San José State lost – drew around 300 spectators, which is three times the typical crowd size. The crowd included pro-women’s sports protestors, who held a “Save Women’s Sports” banner and chanted “No men in women’s sports” during the game, in protest of San José State’s transgender player, Blaire Fleming.

https://www.cal-catholic.com/pro-women-protests-arise-and-san-diego-state-volleyball-game/