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Proclaim the Good News

The Diocese of Fresno's Weekly Newsletter, published every Monday morning.

December 9, 2024

Office of the Bishop

Bishop Brennan and the Oaxacan

Community celebrate the Feast Day of the Virgin of Juquila


Bishop Brennan and the Oaxacan community celebrated the Virgin of Juquila's Feast Day on Sunday, December 8th at the Fresno Fairgrounds.


Bishop Brennan celebrated Mass in honor of the Virgin of Juquila followed by a night of traditional dance, music and food.

Jubilee Year of Hope 2025: Inauguration Mass

In accordance with our Catholic tradition to inaugurate the Jubilee year, Bishop Brennan invites the Faithful to join him for a procession and Inauguration Mass on Sunday, December 29th, 2024 at St. John's Cathedral in Fresno.


The Procession will begin at 3:00 p.m. on the corner of Mariposa St. and U St. For more details, please click here!

Learn More!

The Solemnity of the Immaculate Conception of the Blessed Virgin Mary

Bishop Brennan and the Diocese of Fresno declare Monday, December 9th a Holy Day of Obligation for the Solemnity of the Immaculate Conception of the Blessed Virgin Mary.


To find a Mass near you, use our Parish Finder!

Find a Mass Near You!

The Feast Day of

Our Lady of Guadalupe:

Mass celebrated by Bishop Brennan

All are invited to celebrate the Feast Day of Our Lady of Guadalupe with Bishop Brennan!


This special Mass in honor of Our Lady will be at St. John's Cathedral in Fresno on Thursday, December 12th.


  • 4:30 AM Rosary
  • 5:00 AM Mañanitas
  • 5:30 AM Spanish Mass

Advent Reflections


Are you keeping up with our weekly Advent Reflections? Each week during the Advent season, you'll get to hear Sunday Gospel reflections from our clergy on our social media pages!


In case you missed it, Msgr. Perry Kavookjian gave a reflection on the Second Sunday of Advent!


Stay tuned for more!

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Watch more Reflections!

Bishop Brennan wishes his Diocesan staff a Happy Birthday

Office of Catholic Education

Mary on the Move: An Advent Tradition

St. Aloysius School, Tulare


The second graders at St. Aloysius School in Tulare are experiencing a unique and heartwarming Advent tradition this year -thanks to a creative twist on the classic Elf on the Shelf!


Their classroom is visited daily during the Advent season by Mary on the Move, a plush Blessed Mother who travels to Bethlehem, one day at a time.

Mary appears in a new location within the second grade classroom each day carrying a special bag filled with acts of kindness.


These acts, ranging from simple gestures such as complimenting another student to more involved tasks like writing a thank you note to a school helper, are inspired by Mary's journey. 

Read More!

Courtesy of Tessie Griesbach, Second Grade Teacher, St. Aloysius School, Tulare

Parish Focus

Christmas Concert

St. Mary's, Fresno

St. Mary's Church in Fresno held a special Christmas Concert with world acclaimed Irish tenor, Emmet Cahill last week! What a great way to kick off the month of December!

Courtesy of Zayera Garza,

St. Mary Queen of Apostles, Fresno

Pictured above: Emmet Cahill with Fr. Tim Cardoso and St. Mary's Parish Staff

Rorate Caeli Mass

Holy Family Church, Visalia

You're invited to the Rorate Caeli Mass at Holy Family Church in Visalia.


Join them for this Advent tradition honoring Our Lady on Saturday, December 14th at 5:45 am!

Learn More!

Courtesy of Ruthanne Parlier, GSCP, Visalia

Courtesy of Monica Dinis,

Office Assistant, St. John's Cathedral, Fresno

Las Posadas

St. John's Cathedral, Fresno

Join St. John's Cathedral in Fresno for Las Posadas!


Follow the journey of Mary and Joseph from Saturday, December 21st to Monday, December 23rd inside the Church Hall!


All are invited to this free event. For more information, please call (559) 485-6210

View the Flyer!

Religious Life

Liturgical Apostolate Center and Gift Shop

Pious Disciples of the Divine Master


Looking for the perfect gift for Christmas? Visit the Liturgical Apostolate Center and Gift Shop in Fresno for all religious gifts and church supplies! Stop by the shop Monday to Saturday from 9:30 am to 5:00 pm!

Courtesy of Filomena Fagundes on behalf of Sr. Nieves

Catholic Charities

Pilgrims of Hope: Serving the Vulnerable


Mark your 2025 calendars for October 9th and 10th! Pilgrims of Hope: Serving the Vulnerable, a statewide conference to educate, highlight and strengthen the work done by Catholic Social and Health Care Ministries will be held at Christ Cathedral Campus in Garden Grove. Save the date and stay tuned for more information!


Pilgrims of Hope: Serving the Vulnerable is presented by Catholic Charities of California, the Alliance of Catholic Healthcare, Mercy Housing, Society of Saint Vincent de Paul Los Angeles Council and other diocesan councils and the State Council of the Knights of Columbus.

For more information and to register!

Health and Nursing Ministry

Let Go of Stress during Christmas!

Check out these helpful tips!


Christmas is just around the corner! During this time, we may want to create wonderful celebrations, fun gatherings and lasting memories. However, we may put unrealistic expectations on our time, finances, talents and loved ones, creating stress and anxiety for ourselves.  


By prioritizing your mental wellbeing and letting go of those “picture perfect” expectations, we can manage and avoid stress as Christmas approaches.  


Here’s a few tips for the month of December:  

  • Set realistic expectations 
  • Practice self-care 
  • Nurture your physical health  
  • Seek support when needed  
  • Focus on enjoying a healthier and happier Christmas


Courtesy of Health and Nursing Ministry

Events

Event Name

Location

Time

More Info

Consecration to Mary Mass

Shrine of St. Thérèse, Fresno

December 9, 2024

6:00 PM

View the Flyer

Feast Day of Our Lady of Guadalupe Celebration

Shrine of Our Lady of Guadalupe, Co-Patroness of the Unborn, Bakersfield

December 12, 2024

4:00 AM - 9:00 PM

View the Flyer

The Feast Day of Our Lady of Guadalupe Mass

St. John's Cathedral, Fresno

December 12, 2024

4:30 AM

View the Flyer

Grand Simbang Gabi

Holy Spirit Church, Fresno

December 13, 2014

6:00 PM

View the Flyer

Keep Christ in Christmas Rosary Rally

See Flyer for Details

December 21, 2024

12:00 PM

View the Flyer

Diocesan Jubilee Inauguration Mass

St. John's Cathedral

December 29, 2024

3:00 PM

Learn More

Knights of Columbus New Years Eve Party

OLPH's Norte Dame Hall, Clovis

December 31, 2024

6:30 PM

View the Flyer

Discernment Group Meetings

St. Joseph's Bakersfield

January 5, 2025

6:00 PM

View the Flyer

Men's Retreat: Learning to Lead like St. Joseph

St. Anthony Retreat Center, Three Rivers

January 31, 2025 -

February 2, 2025

Learn More

Discernment Group Meetings

Sacred Heart, Merced

February 2, 2025

6:00 PM

View the Flyer

World Marriage Day

St. Charles Borromeo, Visalia

February 16, 2025

4:00 PM - 5:30 PM

Learn More

Fresno - Clovis Prayer Breakfast

Fresno Convention Center Exhibit Hall

February 18, 2025

7:00 AM - 9:00 AM

View the Flyer

KofC Pancake Breakfast

O'Doherty Hall, Lemoore

February 23, 2025

7:00 AM - 12:00 PM

View the Flyer

*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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"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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