Pax Christi Southern California 2022 Fall Assembly October 9th, Live via Zoom Join us for a heartfelt dialogue on nonviolence and understanding its intersections with poverty, military spending and nuclear weapons, race, and the climate crisis. Speakers followed by small group discussions will emphasize solutions for change and Call to Action!
Our parish is participating in the synod process that is underway in our diocese and in the Universal Church. We hosted small-group sessions where many participated in sharing joys, sorrows and hopes with the Catholic Church. Your voices and feedback were heard and affirmed! Now, Cardinal McElroy is encouraging us to participate in a survey…
Create J.O.Y. in Life by Finding Your Purpose Fr. Siani shares his secrets of finding JOY through “Jesus-Others-You.” Hear how Fr. Siani is building a thriving Catholic parish in impoverished Africa, despite unbelievable challenges like being kidnapped three times by rebels. Fr. Edward is motivated and fulfilled by serving others. Come hear the source of…
TO REGISTER: Email psmith@stjames-stleo.com. Books are available for purchase (check or exact cash) at the office beforehand or at the study. Payment may be made online at osvhub.com/stjamesandleo/giving/funds, Fund: Religious Education.
FRIDAY, AUGUST 19 AT 10:30 A.M.(there will be no Mass at 8:15 a.m.) Homily will be given by our future pastor, Fr. Ricardo Chinchilla, CJM Four active members of St Leoʹs Mission will make their first Eudist associateʹs promises for one year. Join us for a BBQ following the Mass. Here is a short quiz…
Looking for an opportunity to … grow in your faith? Deepen your understanding of Catholic Social Justice? Discover faith-based solutions to complex issues like poverty? Eye-opening, heart-opening. In light of poverty and human suffering, what is the Good News of the Gospel? Join our discussion around this question through a small group program called Faith…
We are pleased to announce that the bishop has appointed Fr. Ricardo Chinchilla, CJM, as pastor of St. James-St. Leo, effective September 1st. A native of Honduras, Fr. Ricardo was ordained in 1993, has served as Provincial of the Eudist Province of North America, and most recently as Associate Pastor at St. Patrick’s in Carlsbad. Fr.…