International Festival Celebrates Parish Diversity

SALINAS - On Sunday, 26 July 2026, the parish of Madonna del Sasso, 320 East Laurel Drive, will host its annual International Festival from 8am until 5pm. The parish-wide celebration will feature food representing a variety of cultures, live music, dancing, games, and activities for all ages. The festival celebrates the rich cultural diversity of the parish community while bringing together parishioners, families... continue reading.

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First Saturday Bilingual Mass

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PRUNEDALE - On Saturday, 1 August 2026, a bilingual First Saturday Mass will be celebrated at 10am at Queen of Heaven Cemetery, 18200... continue reading.

ICF Hosts Bishop's Day

MONTEREY - On Saturday, 22 August 2026, the Central Coast District of the Italian Catholic Federation (no. 36 / Santa Rosalia) will host its annual Bishop's Day at the parish of San Carlos Cathedral, 500 Church Street. The celebration will begin with... continue reading.

Immigration Clinic and Family Workshop

WATSONVILLE - On Friday, 31 July 2026, Catholic Charities Diocese of Monterey will host an Immigration Clinic and Family Preparedness Planning Workshop from 9am until 4:30pm at its Watsonville office, 656 Main Street. The clinic will offer immigration legal consultations, assistance with DACA renewals and Permanent Resident (Green Card) renewals, as well as guidance in developing... continue reading.

Annual Fiesta Mexicana Returns

CORRALITOS - On Sunday, 26 July 2026, the parish of Holy Eucharist, 527 Corralitos Road, will host its annual Fiesta Mexicana beginning at 1:30pm. The family-friendly celebration will feature live mariachi music, traditional Mexican folkloric dancers, games for children, and an afternoon of karaoke and dancing. Guests will be able to enjoy a variety of authentic Mexican cuisine, including tacos, enchiladas, corundas, pupusas, and... continue reading.

Mission to Host Summer Film Series

SAN MIGUEL - The parish of Mission San Miguel Arcángel will host two free summer film screenings exploring themes of faith, creation, and contemplative living. Both screenings will begin at 7pm in the parish hall, located... continue reading.

Children's Liturgy of the Word Begins



LOS OSOS - Beginning Sunday, 12 July 2026, the parish of Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton, 2050 Palisades Avenue, will offer Children's Liturgy of the Word during the 9am Sunday Mass. Designed for young children, the program invites participants to hear and reflect upon the Sunday Scripture readings at an age-appropriate level before returning to the congregation for the Liturgy of the Eucharist. The ministry helps children grow in their understanding of Sacred Scripture while participating more fully in the Church's liturgical... continue reading.

Women's Retreat Focuses on the Sacred Heart

NIPOMO - On Saturday, 1 August 2026, the parish of Saint Joseph, 298 S. Thompson Avenue, will host a women's retreat titled A Heart to Heart with Our Lord. Inspired by the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops' recent consecration of the nation to the Sacred Heart of Jesus, this retreat will begin with... continue reading.

Mission Heritage Fiesta Returns

SAN LUIS OBISPO - On Sunday, 23 August 2026, the parish of Mission San Luis Obispo de Tolosa, 751 Palm Street, will celebrate its annual Heritage Fiesta, a day of faith, food, music, and fellowship. The celebration will begin with a bilingual Mass celebrated by the Most Rev. Ramón Bejarano, 6th Bishop of Monterey in California. Festivities will continue with the parish's legendary... continue reading.

Christmas in the Holy Land

HOLY LAND - A Franciscan-led Christmas pilgrimage to the Holy Land will take place from Friday, 18 December through Sunday, 27 December 2026, offering participants the opportunity to visit... continue reading.

Knights to Hold Tri-Tip Fundraiser

SANTA BARBARA - On Sunday, 2 August 2026, the Knights of Columbus of the parish of Saint Raphael, 5444 Hollister Avenue, will hold a tri-tip torta fundraiser after all Masses to benefit the parish's Improvement Fund. Tri-tip torta sandwiches will... continue reading.

Canine for Christ: A Mission of Mercy

SIMI VALLEY - On Saturday, 1 August 2026, the parish of Saint Peter Claver, 2380 Stow Street, will host A Mission of Mercy Opportunity: Building Character, Compassion, and Kindness through Service Dogs from 9:30am until 12pm in the West Hall... continue reading.

Couples Retreat: Stronger Together

CAMARILLO - On Saturday, 8 August 2026, Padre Serra Parish, 5205 Upland Road, will host Stronger Together, a one-day retreat for couples, from 8:30am until 6pm in the Serra Center. Led by Fr Jim Clarke, the retreat... continue reading.

Bible Study on First and Second Kings

THOUSAND OAKS - The parish of Saint Paschal Baylon, 155 E. Janss Road, will begin a new Bible study series on First and Second Kings this September, exploring the lives of Israel's kings and the enduring lessons they offer for Christian discipleship. The study will meet on Mondays from... continue reading.