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Proclaim the Good News
The Diocese of Fresno's Weekly Newsletter, published every Monday morning.
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| In observance of Labor Day, the Pastoral Center will be closed on Monday, September 1st. | | Bishop Brennan joyfully announces a 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:
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- 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
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Pastors and Ministry Leaders Training
Marjaree Mason Center
Pastors and ministry leaders, the Marjaree Mason Center is offering a training session focusing on Domestic Violence 101. The training will provide tools and insights to better support survivors of domestic violence.
The training will be held on Wednesday, September 3rd at Marjaree Mason Center's new location on Bullard from 11:30 am to 1:00 pm. Click the button below to RSVP.
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22nd Annual Harvest of Hope
Catholic Charities Diocese of Fresno
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Join Catholic Charities of Fresno at their 22nd Annual Harvest of Hope on Saturday, September 20th at the Fresno Convention Center's Valdez Hall.
This special evening brings the community together to support Catholic Charities' life-changing programs and services that support thousands across the Diocese of Fresno.
For more information, please contact Mackenzie Villalobos, Development Director, at mvillalobos@ccdof.org or (559) 237-0851.
| | Bishop Brennan wishes his Diocesan Staff a Happy Birthday | |
Now Hiring: Technology Support Specialist
Apply Today!
The Diocese of Fresno is looking for a Technology Support Specialist at the Pastoral Center! The Technology Support Specialist will provide support and guidance to users experiencing technical issues relating to computer hardware, software and peripherals.
To learn more and apply, please visit dioceseoffresno.org/employment
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COMING SOON:
Summer Edition of Central California Catholic Life Magazine
The summer edition of our Diocesan Magazine, Central California Catholic Life, is coming soon! Our cover story features a Valley Catholic who's devoted to her family, faith and line of work.
The magazine will be published digitally on our website on Thursday, August 28th. Stay tuned!
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Background Extra for
The Chosen Season 6
Elma Espinoza, consecrated virgin of the Diocese of Fresno, had the amazing opportunity to become a background extra for the tv series The Chosen season 6!
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Elma took a photo with The Chosen actors, Catherine Lidstone and Oliver Rayon!
Catherine plays Mary, sister of Lazarus, and Oliver plays Rafi, father of the groom at the Wedding of Cana.
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Oliver Rayon: 1st to the left
Catherine Lidstone: 2nd to the right
| | | Courtesy of Elma Espinoza, Consecrated Virgin of the Diocese of Fresno | | | Office of Catholic Education | | |
Welcome Back to School!
Our Lady of Miracles, Gustine
| | | Courtesy of Julie M. Barcelos, M.Ed., Principal, Our Lady of Miracles Catholic School, Gustine | |
Blessing of the Teachers
St. John's Cathedral, Fresno
Teachers received a special blessing during Mass on Sunday, August 17th at St. John's Cathedral ahead the new school year!
| Courtesy of Monica Dinis, Office Assistant, St. John's Cathedral, Fresno | | | |
National Day of Remembrance for Aborted Children
Shrine of Our Lady of Guadalupe, Bakersfield
Join the Shrine of Our Lady of Guadalupe in Bakersfield for the National Day of Remembrance for Aborted Children on Saturday, September 13th at 11:00am.
For more information, please click the button below.
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Courtesy of Virginia Santos, Campaign Manager,
Shrine of Our Lady of Guadalupe, Co-patroness of the Unborn
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First Communion Program
Sacred Heart, Merced
Catechists at Sacred Heart Church in Merced are prepping for their 2025-2026 First Communion Program! Fr. Miguel Mancia, Administrator of Sacred Heart, gave the catechists a blessing at their recent meeting.
| Courtesy of Sandra Espinoza, Sacred Heart, Merced | | |
St. Patrick's Community Raffle
St. Patrick's Parish, Merced
Support St. Patrick's Parish through their Community Raffle!
Raffle tickets are available for purchase for $10 each or 12 tickets for $100!
Prizes include:
- 85" Sony Bravia3 TV
- MSI Gaming Laptop & Gift Card
- $500 Cash
- Gift Cards and more!
Winners will be drawn on September 21st at 5:00pm. Need not be present to win!
Courtesy of Rosemarie Pierce, Assistant Administrator, St. Patrick's Parish, Merced
| | | | *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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Have Something Special to Share?
We want to know! Share what's happening around our Diocese.
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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