Statement of California Bishops on the Transport of Displaced Migrant Children
and Families to California
(En Español) In recent days, the people of our state have witnessed the arrival of hundreds of displaced people, mostly women and children, to various locations in Southern California. The Bishops of California wish to express our solidarity with these immigrant brothers and sisters who are coming to our state and to offer our prayer that God will deliver them to the safe environment they seek.
We also recognize our responsibility as a Church of compassion to come to their aid and help provide them with the practical and pastoral support they so need.
These children and families have journeyed to our country, fleeing violence and destitution in Central America. Sadly, their experience in California has thus far been marked by hostility and near chaos. They are exhausted, afraid and clinging to hope.
The gravity of this situation transcends politics; it is truly a humanitarian crisis that calls all of us, Catholics and others of good will, to respond with compassion and with urgent action.
The response of Catholic agencies and other community-based groups has already begun. Catholic Charities, working in collaboration with directly affected dioceses and other service organizations, is mobilizing to help these immigrants in centers of hospitality and assistance. Many individuals have contacted our parishes and social service agencies asking how they can help. This reflects the best of the American spirit.
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WE, Jan. 28, 7:00A
12th Extra Ordinary Prayer for All Churches
for Reconciliation, Unity, and Peace
(1hr/live)
MO, Feb. 2, 9:00A
Presentation of Our Lord
(1.5hrs/tape delay)
SA, Feb. 14, 9:00A
Ordinary Public Consistory for the
Creation of New Cardinals
(1.5hrs/tape delay)
SU, Feb. 15, 8:30A
Eucharistic Concelebration with
the New Cardinals
(1.5hrs/tape delay)
WE, Feb. 18, 7:30A
Holy Mass with the Blessing and
Imposition of Ashes
(2hrs/live)
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HOLYLAND PILGRIMAGE January 12 -24, 2015 to the Holyland & Jordan
Anastasis Tours invites you to join Henry Acosta, parishioner of St. Agnes, Pinedale.
Cost - $3350 pp, double occupancy from San Francisco A deposit of $800 pp is due upon registration.
The balance is due by Sept. 1, 2014. For additional information contact: Anastasis Tours
10203 Titanium St.Bakersfield, Ca 93311 • 661-478-2331 anastasistours@hotmail.com
KNXT Special Presentation: Tajci performing Dec. 13 at 8:30 pm and Dec 14 at 8:00 pm
