Category: Faith Formation

Becoming Catholic

10/19/2018

Tuesday evenings
7:00 8:30pm
San Miguel room

Do you know someone who is wondering if the Catholic Church is the place for them? It could be your neighbor, your coworker, or someone in your family.

At Padre Serra, we have a group which meets on Tuesday evenings, year-round, to explore what it means to be a disciple of Jesus in the Catholic tradition. The atmosphere is informal, open and free of any pressure. Those attending are invited to ask any questions they may have followed by a discussion on various topics regarding our faith.

If you know someone who might be interested, invite them to accompany you to one of the meetings. We serve great refreshments, too!

For information please contact:
Catherine Shadduck
catherine@padreserra.org
(805) 482·6417 x331.

Also visit: RCIA

Fr. Patrick, Marcia Galles, Catherine Shadduck.
Photo by Julius Acero

Venus and Mars Revisited

10/7/2018

A New Look at Male and Female Spirituality
Fr. Jim Clarke and Sr. Kathleen Bryant, RSC.

Tuesday, November 6
7:00pm, Serra Center
Doors open at 6:30 for refreshments

Spirituality is a broad subject area that has rightfully garnered much publicity in recent years. Men and women approach this field of study and practice differently.

In this workshop Fr. Jim and Sr. Kathy will unpack the differences through stories, analogies, images and humor. Come and join the fun and expand your own repertoire of spiritual practices!

Sponsored by the Adult Faith Formation Team.

Operation Christmas Child

10/6/2018

Spark! First Service Project is coming up soon.
We will be participating in Operation Christmas Child on October 22 and October 24.

What will the students do?
Our elementary students, more than 100 of them, will be creating and wrapping beautiful gifts for poor, sick and suffering children in third world countries. Our Padre Serra third through fifth graders participate in this world wide outreach effort by filling shoe boxes with donated items, decorating the boxes and making a beautiful, personal card.

What they learn?
The children watch a DVD about this project and learn that not all children in the world have toys or pencils, or even an empty shoe-box.

What can you do as a parent?

Bring a shoe-box and some donated items listed below.
Stay and assist your child with this project if you are able to.
Wrapping the boxes can be challenging and so any additional help is appreciated. Besides, it's a rewarding project to be able to do with your child.
Donate extra supplies, if possible.

Suggested Gifts:

Toys: small cars, balls, dolls, stuffed animals, kazoos, harmonicas, yo-yos, jump ropes, small Etch a Sketch toys that light up or make noise (with extra batteries), slinky, etc.
School supplies: pens, pencils and sharpener, crayons or markers, stamps and ink pad sets, coloring books, writing pads or paper, solar calculators, coloring and picture books etc.
Hygiene items: toothbrush, toothpaste, mild bar soap (in a plastic bag), comb, washcloth, etc.
Other: Individually wrapped hard candy, lollipops (please double bag all candy), mints, gum, sunglasses, flashlights (with extra batteries), ball caps, socks, T-shirts, toy jewelry, hair clips, watches, small picture books, etc.

Please DO NOT include the following:

Used items
War-related items: toy guns, knives, etc
Chocolate, gummy, or perishable food items
Liquids: shampoo, liquid soap, lotion, bubbles, etc
Medicines: vitamins, cough drops, ointment, etc
Breakable items: mirrors, china dolls, etc

If you have any questions, contact the parish at (805) 482·6417 and ask for Christine at x349.

Adult Faith Formation Meeting

10/1/2018

2nd Monday of the Month
7:00pm
San Fernando room

Visit our monthly team meeting to see how we dream, plan, and present adult formation opportunities for our parish.
Contact Dave McCormick

Little Church

10/1/2018

Sunday preschool
During the 11:00am mass
Age 3 through Kindergarten

Sign up your little one for a fun time at church during 11:00am mass.
Children learn so much! From the Sign of the Cross to bible stories, songs and more.
Super fun to make friends and be at church on Sundays!! Parents love it too.
Register your child as soon as they turn 3.

Landings: a caring ministry for returning catholics

10/1/2018

Next 10-week Landings series

Thursdays
September 13 - November 15
7:00pm
San Juan Bautista Room

If you are an inactive Catholic or attend Mass infrequently you might consider Landings. We are a group of “recycled” Catholics who, for different reasons, were away from or had issues with the church and came back to regular attendance and active participation.

We share our faith journeys and want to hear your stories. We also discuss contemporary Catholic themes and have resources available for questions about the Catholic Faith and the Church.

We invite you to come and explore the possibilities!
Information:
landings@padreserra.org
or call Teresa Runyon
(805) 482 · 6417

Also visit: Adults Faith Formation

Gwen Ripplinger, Denise Ginty.
Photo by Julius Acero

Family Life Matters

9/30/2018

How to Leave the Footprints of Faith on the Hearts of Our Children

Tuesday, October 16
5:30pm Dinner begins
7:00pm Presentation for adults and breakout sessions for children grades 1-5. Child care for little ones ages 1-5 is also available.
Serra Center

A whole community experience for adults, parents, grandparents, and families to enjoy a meal and presentation by Deacon Manuel and Chella Valencia for adults and activities for kids.

In Jesus’ Jewish culture, children learned their faith from infancy from their parents. It was so imprinted on their hearts and minds that the children would sooner forget their own name than forget their faith. This evening is an opportunity to reflect: are we, as adults, parents, family, a and catechists, teaching our Catholic faith today in a way that our children will remember and really live their faith, have a lifelong relationship with Jesus, recognize God working in their daily lives, and be active disciples?

Dinner is enchiladas, rice, chips/salsa plus dessert.
Freewill offering appreciated.

Questions: teresa@padreserra.org
Sponsored by the Adult Faith Formation and Children’s Formation.

The Canaanite Woman

9/25/2018

A Model for Mass Goers
Tuesday, September 25
7:00pm
Serra Center
Doors open at 6:30 for refreshments

For Catholics, the Mass is the source and summit of our faith. It is the place we are expected to encounter the divine, and yet at times we may wonder if God knows, understands or cares about us at all. Sometimes Mass just feels like "the same old thing," and we wonder, "where was God in all that?"

Come join Fr Steve Thoma as he talks about the Canaanite woman's encounter with Jesus, as found in Matthew's Gospel, and why her story might be a good example for us.

Sponsored by the Adult Faith Formation Team.

Catechist Formation

9/20/2018

Thursday, September 20
6:00 - 9:00pm
Serra Center

Think you're having fun now? Wait until you have volunteered in Spark!
Lively instruction, spiritual depth, genuine caring, all in small groups with lots of adult support and... all lesson plans and materials are provided! Help our team lead and teach children in grades 1 - 5.
Come to this session to learn how easy it is.

Also visit: Children

Faith Formation Parent Meeting

9/17/2018

September 17 or 18 (Attend only one)
6:30pm
Serra Center

Parents! Get all the info you need for each child (grade 1-12) enrolled in Faith Formation in one night.
We begin in the Serra Center for a brief overview then go to break out sessions to get specific information on your child's group. Remember if sacraments are needed, we take care of all that too.
The Faith Formation staff will present their own area of learning, have plenty of time and handouts so you will leave feeling very informed and excited.

Faith Formation Starts September 23. Register today!
Packets are available here or in the parish office.

Questions contact:
Tere Delgado
tere@padreserra.org
(805) 482·6417 x347

Also visit: Faith Formation for Children and Teens as Padres Serra!, Little Church

Catechetical Sunday

9/16/2018

Thank you!

Catechetical Sunday is a day set aside to recognize the vocation and ministry of teaching and sharing the faith with others. A wonderful opportunity to reflect on the role that each baptized person plays in handing on the faith and being a witness to the Gospel.

On this day catechists throughout the diocese, and country, are commissioned and dedicate themselves to their vocation of teaching the faith to the children, teens and adults of our parish community.

The catechists of our parish, wonderful men and
women who answered YES to the call to be present and walk the faith journey with the adults, youth and children of the parish, are called forth to receive a blessing and be formally commissioned to continue the beautiful labor of sharing and growing in the faith.

To all catechists in our lives, parents and grandparents, priests and deacons, religious sisters, church family, all who have been encounters of Jesus in our lives, we thank you!

Also visit: Children, Youth, Adults, RCIA

Faith Formation for Children and Teens at Padre Serra!

9/1/2018

Registration Packets are available here or in the parish office.

Questions contact:
Tere Delgado
tere@padreserra.org
(805) 482·6417 x347

Download Registration Packet here

Congratulations!

8/19/2018

On Sunday, August 19 at the 9:00am mass, five people were received into the Catholic Church: Robyn Apodaca and the entire Pickens family. Already one with us as baptized Christians, they made a profession of faith in the Catholic Church, were confirmed and received Eucharist for the first time.

It is with great joy that we welcome them and thank God for their presence which renews and strengthens our community.

New members are welcomed into the Catholic faith through the RCIA, the Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults. If you are interested in learning more about the process of becoming Catholic, please contact Catherine Shadduck at (805) 482·6417 x331 or catherine@padreserra.org

Also visit: RCIA

Faith Formation Volunteer Opportunity

6/1/2018

This is a beautiful, wonderful, friendly bunch of folks! Every year with about 600 children and teens enrolled in after school learning, we really need about 100 loving, happy adults to help teach and lead.
This small army of volunteers are the face of Jesus and his church to our young people. Our Faith Formation staff do all the work! We plan and write all the lessons, prepare all the games, crafts and other materials. We create teams of two to lead the sessions then train, mentor and guide you throughout the year. You are never alone. You
just have a great time rolling it out with your partner.
We already have 80 people returning, just need about 20 more!! Is this for you?

Contact: tere@padreserra.org
Also Visit: Children

Stuff for High School Teens

5/1/2018

4:12
(pronounced four one two)
Wednesday nights
from late September to mid May
7:00 - 9:00pm
San Juan Capistrano Room

Our high school PSP Youth Ministry Group.
Different teens are there from week to week due to sports and jobs. That is the beauty of it, you can always go or miss from time to time and there will always be people there to welcome you and make you feel at home. Brett Becker and the peer leaders do a great job addressing current world events, playing the latest music, games and videos, and enjoying life.

Youth Confirmation
Sunday
11:00am - 2:00pm
San Juan Capistrano Room
for half the year then in a weekly hands-on ministry of their choosing for the other half of the year.

Generally begins at the start of ninth grade. It is a two year process injected with a ton of activities to choose from. It is an awesome period of growth not to be missed.

Please register your teen today.
Attend a parent meeting to get all the scoop.
Contact: Brett Becker

Also visit: Youth Faith Formation

PSP Youth Prayer Service

3/28/2018

Wednesday, March 28, 2018
7:00pm
San Juan Capistrano

All high school teens, meet Brett and the Young Adults for a special Holy Week Reflection and Guided Meditation.

Family Dinner & Reconciliation Service

11/1/2017

This event is for Children enrolled in the Parish Faith Formation Program Grades 1-8, Moms, Dads, Brothers, Sisters, Grandparents... your whole family!

Monday, November 6, 2017
5:45 Dinner
7:00 Prayer Service
Serra Center and Church

Celebrate Food, Friends and Forgiveness!
Let's be thankful for all our many blessings. Come to our gathering and enjoy:

Yummy food provided!
Great family fellowship with a spiritual connection...and craft!
Holy peace, prayers and priests available to give blessings.

Download Flyer for more information

Faith Formation Registration - final days

8/26/2017

Help your kids grow to know, love and serve Jesus!

This is for all kids, age 3 through grade 12.
Questions:
Tere Delgado
REGISTRATION FORMS

More than 600 kids come to church after school every week! We have a wonderful time playing and learning. Be a part of this! Sign up!! Lots of ways for grown-ups to help too!

REGISTRATION FORMS

Three : Sixteen

Also visit: Children

Faith Formation ~ sign up soon for best selection

7/9/2017

Register your children age preschool through grade 12 for Faith Formation!
We have programs for every grade. We are always learning, making friends and having a good time at church. Join a group!! Sacrament preparation is included if needed.

Stop by the Parish Office, visit Faith Formation or email Tere@padreserra.org

Also Visit:
Children

​News

Tuesday evenings7:00 8:30pmSan Miguel room

Tuesday, November 67:00pm, Serra CenterDoors open at 6:30 for refreshments

RSVP here or at parish@padreserra.org

Spark! First Service Project is coming up soon.​We will be participating in Operation Christmas Child on October 22 and October 24.

2nd Monday of the Month7:00pmSan Fernando room

Sunday preschool​During the 11:00am massAge 3 through Kindergarten

ThursdaysSeptember 13 - November 157:00pmSan Juan Bautista Room

Tuesday, October 165:30pm Dinner begins7:00pm Presentation for adults and breakout sessions for children grades 1-5. Child care for little ones ages 1-5 is also available.Serra Center

RSVP required.Please RSVP here or parish@padreserra.org

A Model for Mass GoersTuesday, September 257:00pmSerra CenterDoors open at 6:30 for refreshments

Please RSVP here or email parish@padreserra.org

Thursday, September 206:00 - 9:00pmSerra Center

September 17 or 18 (Attend only one)6:30pmSerra Center

​Faith Formation Starts September 23. ​Register today!Packets are available here or in the parish office.

Thank you!

Registration Packets are available here or in the parish office.

​4:12 (pronounced four one two)Wednesday nightsfrom late September to mid May7:00 - 9:00pmSan Juan Capistrano Room

​Youth ConfirmationSunday11:00am - 2:00pmSan Juan Capistrano Roomfor half the year then in a weekly hands-on ministry of their choosing for the other half of the year.

​Wednesday, March 28, 20187:00pmSan Juan Capistrano

Monday, November 6, 20175:45 Dinner7:00 Prayer ServiceSerra Center and Church

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News

Tuesday evenings
7:00 8:30pm
San Miguel room

Tuesday, November 6
7:00pm, Serra Center
Doors open at 6:30 for refreshments

Spark! First Service Project is coming up soon.
We will be participating in Operation Christmas Child on October 22 and October 24.

2nd Monday of the Month
7:00pm
San Fernando room

Sunday preschool
During the 11:00am mass
Age 3 through Kindergarten

Thursdays
September 13 - November 15
7:00pm
San Juan Bautista Room

Tuesday, October 16
5:30pm Dinner begins
7:00pm Presentation for adults and breakout sessions for children grades 1-5. Child care for little ones ages 1-5 is also available.
Serra Center

RSVP required.
Please RSVP here or parish@padreserra.org

A Model for Mass Goers
Tuesday, September 25
7:00pm
Serra Center
Doors open at 6:30 for refreshments

Thursday, September 20
6:00 - 9:00pm
Serra Center

September 17 or 18 (Attend only one)
6:30pm
Serra Center

Faith Formation Starts September 23. Register today!
Packets are available here or in the parish office.

4:12
(pronounced four one two)
Wednesday nights
from late September to mid May
7:00 - 9:00pm
San Juan Capistrano Room

Youth Confirmation
Sunday
11:00am - 2:00pm
San Juan Capistrano Room
for half the year then in a weekly hands-on ministry of their choosing for the other half of the year.

Wednesday, March 28, 2018
7:00pm
San Juan Capistrano

Monday, November 6, 2017
5:45 Dinner
7:00 Prayer Service
Serra Center and Church

NEWS CATEGORIES
Select to find the latest updates.

News
ARCHIVES

Reconciliation (Confession)

For emergencies requiring
a priest after hours,
such as serious illness or death,
please call:

Address

Contact Us

Staff Login

Contact Web Admin