Proclaim the Good News

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

January 9, 2023

The Baptism of the Lord

Today, is the Baptism of the Lord.

The Daily Reading for the Baptism of the Lord can be found on the USCCB website.

And a voice came from the heavens, saying,

“This is my beloved Son, with whom I am well pleased.” Mt 3:17

Bishop Brennan Congratulates All Clergy Who Celebrate Anniversaries 

in the Month of January

Parish Focus

KOFC John Cardinal Newman Council 9445 

Fundraiser to Support Food Recovery Network



Knights of Columbus John Cardinal Newman Council 9445 presented a $600.00 check to Dan Griffin of the Food Recovery Network. The Food Recovery Network partners with the Fresno State University Dining Hall, the Food Recovery Program at Fresno Metro Ministry, and the Vineyard Farmers Market. Their intent is to serve 80-90% of the recovered food to needy individuals every Friday evening from 5:30pm to 6:30pm in the Cafeteria of St. Paul Catholic Newman Center.

The John Cardinal Newman Council 9445 held a burrito breakfast fundraiser in November with a portion of the proceeds benefiting this organization. With the great support of the parishioners of St. Paul Catholic Newman Center, we were able to sell 121 burritos to support this organization.

If you would like more information or a way to support the Food Recovery Program, contact the office at St. Paul Catholic Newman Center! If you would like to help and support them, tell them you heard about the Food Recovery Program from the Knights of Columbus Council 9445.

If you would like more information on the Knights of Columbus, visit kc9445.org or go to kofc.org/join.

Courtesy of Joseph Hill, KOFC John Cardinal Newman Council 9445

Celebrating the Fiesta of Santo Niño at St. Rita's Church, Tulare

Join us for Mass and Fellowship!

Statue of Our Lady of Lourdes Arrives at Holy Spirit!

Filiae Lumena Daughters of the Light



It is with great joy that we announce that on Wednesday, 12/7/22 at 11:30am, Our Lady of Lourdes has finally made it to her place of honor here at Holy Spirit Church in Fresno.

Filiae Lumena Daughters of Light wish to thank each of our generous parish donors for their incredible financial support, time & talent into making our vision a reality.

The dedication will take place after the rose garden is completed.

Courtesy of Evelyn Romero, Leadership Team of Filiae Lumena Daughters of Light 

Divine Mercy's Christmas Story Sing-Along

Starring the Children of the Divine Mercy Religious Ed Program and Choir!

Courtesy of Maricella Gutierrez, Coordinator of Religious Eduaction at Divine Mercy Church

and Cynthia G. Avila Photography

St. Paul Catholic Newman Center Celebrates Las Mañanitas



The Collegian, Fresno State's student-run newspaper, visited the St. Paul Catholic Newman Center in Fresno.

They covered how Fresno and Fresno State community members celebrate the Feast Day of the Virgin of Guadalupe.

Crime Survivors Ministry

Retreat for Victims of Crime

Walking with Jesus in your Healing Journey

The Crime Survivors Ministry is inviting you to a day of reflection and healing for all victims of crime.

Join them on a Healing Retreat on June 24, 2023 at St. Anthony Retreat Center in Three Rivers. Bishop Brennan will be the celebrant of the Healing Mass.

Space is limited, make sure to register early by contacting Maciel Godburn (559) 325-6888 or email [email protected].

Diocesan Retreat Centers

Musicians Needed at Santa Teresita Youth Conference Center!

Bring Your Talent to the Retreat Center

Musicians are still needed each weekend throughout January at the Santa Teresita Youth Conference Center in Three Rivers! Help is needed with Adoration on Saturday nights and Mass on Sunday mornings. 

Room, board and travel stipend is included! If available or if you would like more information, please email Sam at [email protected]!