“Our bishop’s common sense!”Rev. Gerard Lecomte CJM Statement by Bishop Robert McElroy regarding baptisms by Fr. Andres Arango The Diocese of San Diego has received inquiries about the pastoral situation of men and women who were baptized by Father Andres Arango during the brief period in which he served in the diocese of San Diego…
40 Days for Life• September 22 — October 31. The public centerpiece of the 40 Days for Life campaign is a prayer vigil outside a facility that provides abortion services in your community. It is a peaceful and educational presence. Join us for this campaign, coming to several points across our diocese.• Time and Location:…
Please see the attached message from Bishop McElroy regarding the death of Fr. Michael Ratajczak.
Bishop restores obligation for Sunday Mass My Dear Brothers and Sisters in Christ: As Catholics, the Covid pandemic brought home to us in a powerful way two realities of our faith. The first is that in a world where we often place our priorities in the pursuit of happiness or security, it is the mercy…
On June 17, Bishop Robert McElroy lifted all the restrictions that the Catholic Diocese of San Diego had imposed in the last 15 months to slow the spread of the pandemic, effective immediately. In a letter to priests, the Bishop said he was acting after weighing the current state of public health, recent changes in…
Face coverings continue to be required, but social distance can be 3 feet. The congregation may now sing indoors led by two cantors and one accompanist. Larger choirs will be permitted after June 15. The use of hymnals and worship aides is left up to each parish to determine. Reception of communion shall be limited…
Read Bishop’s McElroy’s message, view videos and more: https://www.sdcatholic.org/coronavirus/people-of-faith-called-to-act/
“On this tragic day on which we have witnessed a violent and insurrectionist assault upon the heart of our democracy, we must dedicate ourselves to completely transforming our political and cultural life so as to emphasize unity over division, dialogue over confrontation, and character over political and personal gain. We are in the midst of…
Dear sisters and brothers in Christ, See below for a letter from Bishop McElroy which will be read at all Masses this Saturday evening and Sunday. Starting Monday, March 16, there will be no public weekday or weekend Masses at St. James or St. Leo until further notice. Bishop McElroy has dispensed all Catholics from…
At our Bishop’s request, and in the spirit of caution, we will be celebrating the Eucharist by means of the host only until further notice. Please refrain from receiving communion on the tongue. During the sign of peace, we ask you to be prudent during this time of uncertainty. Low gluten hosts will continue to be…