​Ash Wednesday is the first day of Lent.
According to the ancient tradition, we mark ourselves with ashes to remind ourselves that we are mortal, and that we stand in need of God’s tender mercies.

Also visit: Catholic Lenten Practices

Questions:
Geralyn Moody
​angeltags@padreserra.org

Every year, our parish helps over 1,100 children and adults have a special Christmas morning. This year we are collecting gifts for RAIN, OASIS, Ventura County Youth Correctional Facility, St. Francis Parish in Fillmore, San Salvador Mission in Piru, and Immaculate Conception Parish in New Cuyama. 
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Also visit: Outreach, Advent

Did you know that Eucharist means thanksgiving?
Our local tradition is to bring the bread, wine or cider that will be shared at the Thanksgiving table to church. We lay them on the altar steps where they will be blessed before we take them back home to serve to those we love. This year, since we are celebrating virtually, please have the bread, wine or cider handy wherever you're watching the livestream and we will bless it as you hold it.
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​Have a blessed holiday! November 25 to 27
​The parish office will close at noon on Wednesday and reopen on Monday. In case of an emergency requiring a priest please call (805) 512·3208.

Also visit: Prayer

​For those who want to grow deeper in their Catholic faith through discussion, community building, spiritual activities, and service projects. For more information contact youngadults@padreserra.org​

Tuition:  $25 per child/ $35 per family per semester, payable to Padre Serra Parish.

Please register your child today!
Contact Lisa to ensure space is available:
(805) 217·6106, cherubs@padreserra.org
You can download the forms and send by email
or Fax to (805) 388·0512.

​Also visit: Groups, Spiritual, Men's Ministry, Retreats

The liturgies of Palm Sunday begin with the celebration of the Lord’s triumphal messianic entry into Jerusalem to the acclaim of crowds shouting “Hosanna!” We gather in the courtyard to hear the proclamation of the Gospel account of this event.  Palms are blessed and distributed, followed by a procession into the church.

​Palms are an ancient symbol of victory and Catholics often display the palms, received this Sunday, on a crucifix in their homes.  The Hebrew word Hosanna means “(O Lord) grant salvation” but it has become an acclamation of jubilation and welcome.
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Once inside the church, the focus shifts to Jesus’ suffering and death as we hear the proclamation of his Passion from the Gospel of Mark this year.  We celebrate the Eucharist with Jesus’ words and actions at the Last Supper still echoing in our minds and hearts.

Also visit: Lent, Triduum

Due to the uncertainties of this pandemic and for the well being of our parishioners, the decision has been made to cancel the January 2021 women's retreat. 

We look forward to the 2022 retreat on January 21 - 23 with Sr. Gretchen Hailer.

For more information contact Teresa Runyon: teresa@padreserra.org

Also visit: Women's Ministry, Groups, Retreats, Spiritual

Our parish charters Troop #257 for boys in grades 6-12. For more information about Boy Scouts in general please visit their website or the Ventura County Council.
​For more information about Boy Scouts, please contact:
Terry Tong
​terrytong76@gmail.com

​For more information about Girl Scouts, please contact:
Karen Fraser
(805) 216·2235 (cell and text)
fraserclan5@verizon.net

Girl Scouts offers the best leadership development experience for girls in the world - one designed with, by, and for girls. The possibilities in Girl Scouts are unlimited...

• build confidence and leadership
• develop character and community service
• discover the courage to try new things: outdoor adventure, hands-on science, running a business, exploration, etc.
• grow new friendships
• discover all you can be and everything you can accomplish when you have the right tools and a safe space to shine - and work together to change the world

​In the greater Camarillo area, there are about 600 girls from Kindergarten to Grade 12 involved in over 50 troops. Each troop has its own meeting times and activities but also participates with other local troops in events (see Micasa Service Unit website at www.micasagirlscouts.com). We are part of the California Central Coast council stretching from Simi Valley through Santa Cruz (www.girlscoutsccc.org ), the national USA organization (www.girlscouts.org ), and the international World Association of Girl Guides and Girl Scouting (www.wagggs.org ).

This is a wonderful, low-cost parent/daughter activity (yes, dads are girl scouts too!) building memories and results that last a lifetime. Please call or text me; I would love to meet you and discuss the benefits of scouting further.

“O God, to those who have hunger, give bread, And to us who have bread, give the hunger for justice.”       
-Latin American prayer

​Every March our parish joins with other Camarillo churches and neighbors from different faiths, cultures and ages, to stand against hunger in our local community and the world.
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The reason we walk is because “they walk”.  Hungry people in developing countries typically walk as much as six miles a day to get food, water, and fuel and to take their goods to market. We walk to be in solidarity with their struggle for existence. Together we raise awareness and funds. 

The funds raised will fight hunger around the world and our local food pantries: St. Mary Magdalen/Padre Serra Christian Service Program, Christians Acting Together, Food Share, St. Columba’s Episcopal Food Pantry, Seventh Day Adventist Church Food Pantry, Many Meals and RAIN.

​Contact:
Carrie Perry

A Message from CROP Walk
"Every year, Church World Service tallies a list of the Top 100 fundraising teams for CROP Hunger Walks, a group that we call the CREAM of the CROP. With over 900 walks and thousands of teams, we’re very happy to tell you that Padre Serra is a CREAM of the CROP team for your participation in the Camarillo CROP Hunger Walk!"
Way to go team!

Let us come together for a fun, interactive, and enriching Advent celebration to prepare our hearts for Jesus' coming!
Come and learn how to enjoy this cheerful faith tradition with your family and friends. Everyone is welcome!

The Posadas is a Christmas tradition celebrated throughout Mexico for over 400 years that commemorates Mary and Joseph's long, arduous journey from Nazareth to Bethlehem in search of a warm place to stay, and for Jesus to be born. The word Posada is Spanish for "lodging" or "accommodation."

This Advent custom re-enacts the gospel story told in Luke 2:1-7 with prayer and song. Traditionally, a Posada starts with the recitation of the Holy Rosary, a reflection of the Gospel of Luke, and the re-enactment procession of singing requests for lodging. The celebration continues with a piñata; the seven corners of the piñata represent the seven deadly sins, and the beating of the piñata symbolizes overcoming the sins. The candy within each piñata characterizes the sweetness of God's grace to us through the birth of Jesus.

​A Posada teaches us that by welcoming the poor and needy, we are embracing Jesus in our midst.  Typically the Posadas begin on December 16 and end nine days later, on December 24 and midnight Mass. Each night, one family agrees to house the pilgrims.

Come early to enjoy Taco Tuesday at 5:30 pm! Tamales and Champurrado will also be available for purchase (cash only) before and afterward. Piñatas for the kids and goodies for the adults!​

Celebrate Food, Friends and Forgiveness!
Let's be thankful for all our many blessings. Have some dinner with your family, relax and slow down. Be blessed with the gift and healing of Reconciliation (Confession).

This is an important faith learning experience for the children in which they witness their grown-ups participating at church in prayer and going to talk with a priest. By your example, you teach.

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.

This is not First Reconciliation! Children enrolled in grades 1 to 5 who have not yet made their First Reconciliation will go to a breakout session that is sacrament preparation focused.

Children preparing for First Communion next May, will make their First Reconciliation on March, 14 2020.

This is our Faith Formation gathering the week of November 12. Regular Centers resume the week of November 18.

Chorus Caritas is a collaborative choral project by conductors James Drollinger and Dominic MacAller featuring singers from St. Charles Borromeo Church and Padre Serra Parish.

Our mission is to create beautiful choral music and to support charities who do the work of disciples - caring for "the least of these."

More info:
Dominic MacAller 
(805) 482 · 6417 x327
dominic@padreserra.org
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Also visit: Music

Help us welcome back our Sacred Hearts Servants. Conversation and refreshments.

We have 17 teens and young adults who will take part in this inaugural mission trip to serve the poor in St. Martinville, Louisiana. This will be a life changing, cultural faith experience. If you would like to sponsor one of our young adults please contact tere@padreserra.org

The Sacred Heart Servants Mission is an opportunity for hands on service to the poor. Participants will work directly with families in need, learn about the committed religious life of our hosts, participate in the Fete-Dieu de Teche eucharistic boat procession and experience the unique food and culture of this region of Louisiana.

For more information contact
Tere Delgado, tere@padreserra.org
Howard Durand, hdurand@line6.com

Also visit: Youth, Young Adults

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

High school teens and young adults come join Brett and the peer leaders. ​Bring your Nerf blasters and darts, snacks and drinks. Remember your eye protection (goggles or glasses).

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Also Visit: Youth, Young Adults

Theology on Tap reaches out to young adults who want to explore the role of faith in their daily lives.

Created in 1981, RENEW International’s Theology-on-Tap is a nationally recognized speaker and fellowship program that has been successfully bringing young adults to the church for more than 30 years.

In this casual atmosphere, you’ll hear straight talk and honest answers to your deepest questions about faith, love, work and other real life experiences. Theology on Tap provides an opportunity to not only learn about the Catholic faith but also meet like-minded people and make new friends. 

​Theology on Tap is open to all young adults, ages 18 to 29ish, singles and couples, regardless of religious affiliation.

Subscribe to our newsletter or follow us on Facebook or Twitter.

To find more speakers and topics in your area visit totlosangeles.weebly.com

Main course and paper goods provided!
Water, soda, wine, and beer available for purchase.
Entertainment, games and activities for all ages!
Bring your chairs and blankets.

$25 per person.
All adults 55+ will enjoy a catered lunch served by Command Performance, silent auction, and entertainment by ACE Trio Doors open at 11:15 am.
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Contact: Patricia Matthews