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Proclaim the Good News
The Diocese of Fresno's Weekly Newsletter, published every Monday morning.
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| Bishop Brennan invites the Faithful to the Annual Diocesan Masses | |
Save the dates for our Annual Diocesan Masses coming up in October! Our Annual Diocesan Masses are a part of our Catholic tradition that gives the Church an opportunity to recognize and celebrate our public servants.
Bishop Brennan invites the Faithful to the following Annual Diocesan Masses held at St. John's Cathedral in Fresno:
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Red Mass
For our legal professionals, law students and government officials
Friday, October 17, 2025
12:15 PM
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White Mass
For our
health care workers
Saturday, October 18, 2025
10:30 AM
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Blue Mass
For all
first responders
Friday, October 24, 2025
12:15 PM
| | Bishop Brennan invites the Faithful to the Diocesan Diaconate Ordination | | Bishop Brennan joyfully invites the Faithful to the Diocesan Diaconate Ordination on Saturday, October 4th, 2025 at St. Charles Borromeo Church in Visalia beginning at 10:30am. | | |
Congratulations to our candidates who will be ordained to the Permanent Diaconate:
- Mr. Donald Timothy Besoyan
- Mr. Hugo Alberto Ceja
- Mr. Carlos Fernando Dinis
- Mr. Juan Ramon Flores
- Mr. Aaron Vernal Gomes
- Mr. Saul Gomez Vasquez
- Mr. Jason Isaias Lowe
- Mr. James Ewell McDonald
- Mr. Tien Tat Nguyen
- Mr. Michael James Osborne
- Mr. Ramiro Sierra Hernandez
- Mr. Michael Steven Smith
- Mr. Leonel Valdovinos
- Mr. Daniel Miguel Zarate
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Congratulations to our seminarian who will be ordained a Transitional Deacon:
- Mr. Jose Francisco Orozco
| | Bishop Brennan wishes his Diocesan staff a Happy Birthday | | September is Suicide Prevention Month | |
The month of September is dedicated to raising awareness about suicide prevention.
This month serves as a crucial reminder to:
- Remember lives lost to suicide.
- Acknowledge the millions affected by suicidal thoughts.
- Support individuals, families and communities impacted by suicide.
Click the button below for resources to help raise awareness about suicide prevention.
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Have you checked out our latest Diocesan Magazine?
Central California Catholic Life
The latest edition of our Diocesan magazine, Central California Catholic Life, is available digitally here! Featured on the cover is Valley Catholic, Sergeant Diana Vega from the Fresno Police Department.
Check out our magazine to discover how Sgt. Diana Vega dedicates her life to service.
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Parade of 1,000 Flags
St. Ann School, Ridgecrest
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St. Ann's School in Ridgecrest participated in the 5th Annual Parade of 1,000 Flags on Saturday, September 6th.
In memory of the lives lost during 9/11, community groups, schools and individuals from Ridgecrest carry flags through the town and place them in Freedom Park.
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At the Parade of 1,000 Flags, St. Ann's School community fundraises for childhood cancer research through Alex's Lemonade Stand.
Courtesy of Tracy Sherrick,
Principal, St. Ann School, Ridgecrest
| | | | The Canonization of Blessed Carlo Acutis | | The Blessed Carlo Acutis was canonized as the first millennial saint on Sunday, September 7th. Our parishes throughout the Diocese celebrated this special moment with their youth! | | |
St. Isidore the Farmer, Orange Cove
The youth group at St. Isidore the Farmer parish celebrated the canonization of Saint Carlo Acutis by learning about him and his work for the youth.
| | Courtesy of Francisca Rubio, Secretary/Bookkeeper, St. Isidore the Farmer, Orange Cove | |
St. Ann Church, Ridgecrest
The youth at St. Ann's Church in Ridgecrest led a rosary with meditations on the lives of Saint Carlo Acutis and Saint Pier Giorgio Frassati on their canonization day!
| | Courtesy of Marla Morgan, CRE, St. Ann, Ridgecrest | | |
Courtesy of Guadalupe Flores, Office Manager,
St. Anthony Claret, Fresno
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Harvest Festival
St. Anthony Mary Claret, Fresno
St. Anthony Mary Claret parish invites you to their Harvest Festival!
Join them on Sunday, September 28th from 9:00am to 8:00pm for great food, music and vendors.
For more information, please contact the parish office at (559) 255-4260.
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Catechetical Sunday
St. John's Cathedral, Fresno
Catechists, receive a special blessing this Catechetical Sunday, September 21st, at St. John's Cathedral in Fresno at the following Masses:
- 9:00 AM Spanish Mass
- 10:30 AM English Mass
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Courtesy of Monica Dinis, Office Assistant,
St. John's Cathedral, Fresno
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Our Lady of Fatima
Celebration and Raffle
Good Shepherd Catholic Parish, Visalia
Good Shepherd Catholic Parish of Visalia invites you to their annual Our Lady of Fatima Celebration and Raffle!
Join them from Monday, September 22nd to Sunday, September 28th for prayer and celebration. Click the button below to view the schedule of events.
The raffle's grand prize is $3,500! Tickets are $20.00 each or books of five for $100.00. Tickets are available at the GSCP office and the Catholic School of Visalia, George McCann Memorial Campus office.
Proceeds from the event will support the Catholic School of Visalia, George McCann Memorial Campus!
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Pilgrims of Hope
Young Adult Congress
The Young Adult Congress: Pilgrims of Hope took place on Saturday, September 6th!
Our young adults were honored to welcome special guests, RioSquad, a Catholic rap and Latin pop duo. Their music brought a vibrant and faith-filled energy to the gathering!
The keynote speakers were Angel Alatorre and Julio Oliva.
The congress also included Confessions, Mass and Holy Hour with Fr. Gonzalo Siller-Ramírez.
| | | | Courtesy of Luz Elena Estrada, Communications & Marketing Lead (Volunteer), Young Adult Congress | | |
Women's Retreat
St. Anthony Retreat Center, Three Rivers
Seize the opportunity to regain your inner strength with a refreshing weekend at the St. Anthony Retreat Center in Three Rivers for some time of rest, reflection, fellowship and fun!
The Women's Retreat will take place from Friday, September 26th to Sunday, September 28th. Register today!
| | *A Note to our Parishes: Do you have a Parish Event you would like to promote? Send over your event flyer to smejia@dioceseoffresno.org and we'll include it in the event section on our newsletter and website! | |
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Contact Samantha Mejia, Digital Communications Strategist, at smejia@dioceseoffresno.org
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MISSION STATEMENT / DECLARACIÓN DE LA MISIÓN
"As God's beloved people we are called in and through the Spirit to live in unity and love and to proclaim the
Good News of Jesus, especially amongst the poor and marginal of our society."
“Como pueblo amado de Dios estamos llamados en y a través del Espíritu Santo a vivir en unidad y amor, y para anunciar la Buena Nueva de Jesús, especialmente entre los pobres y los marginados de nuestra sociedad.”
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