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Angel Tags

11/15/2019

Begin Saturday, November 16

You can help over 1,100 children and adults have a special Christmas morning!

To participate: simply select a tag from the trees in church, buy at least one of the items listed, wrap it, and attach the ANGEL TAG firmly to the outside of the package. Please return to church no later than 9:00 am on December 8. All gifts leave the parish at noon to be delivered to their respective locations.

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 .

Thank You From VC Youth Correctional Facility
Last year, the Catholic chaplain Maria Santana was amazed to receive $2,900 in gifts card from our Angel Tag program. Your generosity enabled the chaplain and team to provide Christmas cheer for the youth at the correctional facility here in Camarillo and for upcoming sacramental and seasonal celebrations. Thank you!

Also visit: Outreach

Serra Seniors

11/11/2019

Third Wednesday of the month
September to June

Serra Seniors are parishioners and guests 55+ who gather for spirituality, learning, fun, and fellowship.

Contact: Patricia Matthews, patmatthews2005@yahoo.com

Wednesday, November 20
10:00 am
Serra Center
Doors open at 9:45 for refreshments

Mike Williams from Grey Law of Ventura will discuss legal issues commonly shared by seniors. Grey Law has provided free legal advice to seniors in our county for 40 years.

Ticket sales for our Christmas Luncheon on December 11 will be available at the meeting.

Also visit:

Patricia Matthews
Photo by Julius Acero

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Young Adults

11/6/2019

Everyone 18 to 39ish is welcome!

Thursdays
7:00 pm
Carmel Room

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

Got Questions? Try Alpha ~ September 5 to November 21
We will participate in Alpha this season.

Christmas Potluck ~ December 5
Bring your favorite Christmas dish. Let Rickho know what you’ll bring to coordinate. rickho@padreserra.org

Angel Tags Shopping ~ December 12
This year the Young Adults adopted an Angel Tag family. You are welcome to join our Christmas shopping for them. We meet at 6:45 pm in the Carmel room and carpool at 7:00 pm. You are invited to contribute to the gifts or join us as we do our part to brighten their holiday season! Gifts drop-off is December 19. youngadults@padreserra.org

Also visit:

La Posada

11/4/2019

Tuesday, December 10
6:30 - 8:30 pm
Begins in the church
Fiesta to follow in the Serra Center

Let us come together for a fun, interactive, and enriching Advent celebration to prepare our hearts for Jesus' coming!

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 and learn how to celebrate this joyful faith tradition with your family and friends, in your homes!

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!

Also visit: Children

Trunk or Treat

10/30/2019

Photography by Julius Acero

Thank you, faith formation for children, youth ministry, all volunteers and participants for a spooky, family-friendly, fun evening in the Serra Center! See you next year!

Also visit: Children

Women’s Retreats

10/25/2019

We offer a variety of retreat styles to meet the needs of the women and friends of our parish family.

Weekend Retreat
with Fr. Jim Clarke
January 24 - 26
Mary & Joseph Retreat Center in Rancho Palos Verdes

A weekend retreat created by and for the women of Padre Serra. The retreat is currently full. To be put on the waiting list, contact:
Teresa Runyon: teresa@padreserra.org

Silent Retreat
June 12 - 14
Mater Dolorosa Retreat Center in
Sierra Madre

A silent weekend retreat with the women of our parish as well as women from other local parishes. Read more about this year's theme God is Doing Something New is Us: Exploring Paths of Deepening Faith.
Contact: Eileen Richards

Also visit: Women's Ministry, Groups

Men's Retreat

10/22/2019

Our next retreat is
April 24-26, 2020

Once a year the men of our parish join with other Catholic men from around the diocese for a weekend silent retreat at the Mater Dolorosa Retreat Center in Sierra Madre, materdolorosa.org

Read more about this year's theme God is Doing Something New in Us: Exploring Paths of Deepening Faith

For more information, please contact:
Dave McCormick
dave.mccormick.mba@gmail.com

Also visit: Groups, Spiritual, Men's Ministry

Cherubs Music Program

9/27/2019

Preschool through Grade 2

Saturdays
Carmel Room
9:30 am - 10:20 am Preschool (3 yrs+)
10:30 am - 11:30 am K to Grade 2

Enroll today!

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.

Registration Preschool

Registration K to 2nd Grade

Parental Photo Release Form

Parents Letter

Did you know that early childhood music can…

Help develop language and reasoning skills
Help enhance memorization skills
Help increase coordination and strengthen motor skills
Help develop pattern recognition
Increase relationships and social interactions with children and adults
Provide children with a healthy way to express emotions
Help develop good listening skills, so important for academic achievement.

Scouts

9/19/2019

Padre Serra Parish is proud to charter a Boy Scout Troop and support three Girl Scouts units.

Boy Scout Troop #257

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

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Girl Scouts

For more information about Girl Scouts, please contact:
Karen Fraser
(805) 987 · 8432
fraserclan5@verizon.net

Chorus Caritas

9/14/2019

Chorus Caritas in Concert
Live. Praise. Light.

Beatitudes (selections) by Patrick Hawes
Te Deum in C by Franz Joseph Haydn
Lux Aeterna by Morten Lauridsen

Saturday,
September 14
7:30 pm
St Charles Borromeo Church
10800 Moorpark St.
North Hollywood CA 91602
(818) 766·3838

Concert to benefit the
St. Charles Borromeo Service Center

Sunday,
September 15
4:00 pm
Padre Serra Parish
5205 Upland Road
Camarillo, CA 93012
(805) 482·6417

Concert to benefit the
Catholic Charities of the Rio Grande Valley's Respite Center

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."

Suggested donation: Adults $20 (Seniors $10).

Download Flyer

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

Also visit: Music

Ash Wednesday

9/7/2019

Wednesday, February 26, 2020

Ash Wednesday is the first day of Lent.
We come to Mass and receive ashes on our foreheads to remind us that as sinners we are in need of God’s love and forgiveness.

Also visit: Catholic Lenten Practices

Palm Sunday of the Passion of the Lord

9/6/2019

Saturday, April 4, 2020
5:00 pm

Sunday, April 5, 2020
7:30 am, 9:00 am, 11:00 am

5:00 pm and 7:30 am start in the Church.
9:00 am and 11:00 am will begin in the Courtyard.

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.

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

Photos by Julius Acero

Sacred Heart Servants Mission

8/18/2019

Sunday, August 18
After 11:00 am Mass
San Juan Capistrano

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

8/15/2019

Coming in September

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

Nerf War

8/4/2019

This event is canceled until further notice.

Sunday, August 4
1:30 - 3:30 pm
Serra Center

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).

Follow us on Instagram and Twitter
@PSPYouth
Also Visit: Youth, Young Adults

Friday in the Backyard

8/2/2019

Photography by Julius Acero

Thank You!

Our Fridays in the Backyard were a success! Each week well over 60 adults and kids enjoyed the summer evening, eating, drinking, playing games, and each other's company.

Many thanks to the following companies who donated to our parish picnic vegetable centerpieces: Boskovich Farm (cilantro), Houweling’s Group (tomatoes), Oro Del Norte (avocados and lemons) and Smart and Final (jalapeños).

Thanks to these folks for helping: Our Confirmation candidates, volunteers, Knights of Columbus, and Establos.

These restaurants generously donated gift cards for chili contest prizes: Slate Bistro & Craft Bar, Adolfo Grill & Daily Bar, and Agave Maria Mexican Restaurant.

Contact anne@padreserra.org
Also visit: Everyone, Seasonal

Theology on Tap

8/1/2019

All Young Adults 18 - 29ish are invited!

Drinks, snacks, and speakers!

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

For more information contact youngadults@padreserra.org
Also visit: Young Adults, Youth

Theology on Tap 2018. The New Atheists: Love'em or Leave'em? - Dr. Janice Daurio

Children's & Middle School Choir - CMSC

8/1/2019

Grades 3 - 8

Rehearsals Mondays
5:15 - 6:15 pm, Grades 3 to 5
5:15 - 6:30 pm, Grades 6 to 8
San Juan Capistrano Room
September through May

Our Children's & Middle School Choir (aka CMSC) is open to boys and girls in third through eighth grades. Their "season" runs from September through May. CMSC sings at liturgy about once a month and rehearses every week on Mondays. The choir also is featured in the annual PSP Christmas Concert, singing alone, and in combination with the other choirs as well. Membership is open to all children who would like to participate and who are willing to commit to what's required. For questions and more detailed information about the requirements, please contact kathleen@padreserra.org.

There are occasional solo opportunities and one of the most important missions of CMSC is to form young people in music ministry - the idea that rather than a mere performance what the choir does at the liturgy is to lead the singing of the assembly, and to enable their own and everyone's sung prayer. Additionally, when the choir sings by itself at the liturgy, the purpose is to help everyone there who hears the music, including the singers themselves, to encounter Jesus. We are trying to teach all participants in all the choirs that it is a ministry of service to God's people and to the liturgy, and that worship "in spirit and in truth" is what we are aiming for.

To join CMSC, schedule a Vocal Checkup with our Children's Choir Director, Kathleen MacAller.

Also visit: Music Ministry

Summer Camp was a Blast!

7/29/2019

Thank you to our Junior Counselors, Counselors, Peer Leaders, Children Faith Formation and Youth Ministry! Every camper spot was filled. We had fun!

Remember, it's time to register your Children and Teens for Faith Formation 2019. Don't miss out!
We are fortunate to have many kids enrolled already. Although spaces are still available, please register right away to get your preferred day and time. Registration Packets available in the parish office or download them at Children or Youth.

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Parish Picnic

6/29/2019

See you next year!
Mass followed by a potluck picnic with our parish family!

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.

Parish Picnic 06/29/2019 by Julius Acero

Serra Seniors Summer Luncheon

6/19/2019

Wednesday, June 19
11:30 am - 1:30 pm
Serra Center

$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.

Contact: Patricia Matthews

Parish Pancake Breakfast

6/2/2019

Thank you for your generous support of our 2019 troop pancake breakfast fundraiser!

Every year our parish Boy Scout Troop 257 hosts a pancake breakfast complete with raffle baskets and silent auction items! The menu includes pancakes, sausage, fruit, juice, milk and coffee. Proceeds help the Scouts pay for summer camp, other activities, and Scouting gear. Thank you!

For donation opportunities or questions please contact:
Nicole Sasek
(805) 816·7177
nicolesasek@earthlink.net

Also visit: Scouts

2019

Photography by Julius Acero

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First Communion 2019

5/12/2019

99 young people received Jesus in communion for the very first time last weekend! May they, and all of us, be nourished by and respond to his love. Congratulations children and families on this milestone!

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Also visit: Children, Eucharist

CROP Walk

3/10/2019

On March 10 Padre Serra parishioners joined with neighboring faith communities to put their foot down against hunger, raising over $23,000 by 335 walkers! Of that total, Padre Serra raised $7,000!
Many thanks to our walkers, donors, bakers, registration volunteers, crossing guard, route markers, first-aid nurse and welcoming helpers.

Photos by Julius Acero

“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.

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

View Flyer

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!

Living Stations of the Cross

3/1/2019

Good Friday, April 19
1:45pm
Serra Center Patio

Living Stations of the Cross is a moving portrayal of Jesus’ passion and death, bringing us into his pain and suffering and the emotional experience of those witnessing this journey to the cross.

We recommend bringing a camp chair, water, umbrella for shade.

Also visit: Triduum, Lent

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Begin Saturday, November 1​6

Third Wednesday of the monthSeptember to June

Wednesday, November 2010:00 amSerra CenterDoors open at 9:45 for refreshments

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Thursdays7:00 pmCarmel Room

Tuesday, December 106:30 - 8:30 pm Begins in the churchFiesta to follow in the Serra Center​

Please RSVP

Thank you, faith formation for children, youth ministry, all volunteers and participants for a spooky, family-friendly, fun evening in the Serra Center! See you next year!

Weekend Retreatwith Fr. Jim ClarkeJanuary 24 - 26Mary & Joseph Retreat Center in Rancho Palos Verdes

Silent RetreatJune 12 - 14Mater Dolorosa Retreat Center in Sierra Madre

Our next retreat is April 24-26, 2020

Saturdays​Carmel Room9:30 am - 10:20 am Preschool (3 yrs+)​10:30 am - 11:30 am K to Grade 2

Enroll today!

Padre Serra Parish is proud to charter a Boy Scout Troop and support three Girl Scouts units.

​Boy Scout Troop #257

​Girl Scouts

Chorus Caritas in ConcertLive. Praise. Light.

Saturday,September 147:30 pmSt Charles Borromeo Church10800 Moorpark St.North Hollywood CA 91602(818) 766·3838

Sunday,September 154:00 pmPadre Serra Parish5205 Upland Road​Camarillo, CA 93012(805) 482·6417

Wednesday, February 26, 2020

Saturday, April 4, 2020 5:00 pm​Sunday, April 5, 2020 7:30 am, 9:00 am, 11:00 am

Sunday, August 18After 11:00 am MassSan Juan Capistrano

Coming in September

This event is canceled until further notice.

Sunday, August 41:30 - 3:30 pmSerra Center

Thank You!

All Young Adults 18 - 29ish are invited!

Rehearsals Mondays5:15 - 6:15 pm, Grades 3 to 55:15 - 6:30 pm, Grades 6 to 8San Juan Capistrano RoomSeptember through May

Thank you to our Junior Counselors, Counselors, Peer Leaders, Children Faith Formation and Youth Ministry! Every camper spot was filled. We had fun!

See you next year!​Mass followed by a potluck picnic with our parish family!​​

Wednesday, June 1911:30 am - 1:30 pm​Serra Center

Thank you for your generous support of our 2019 troop pancake breakfast fundraiser!

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Good Friday, April 191:45pmSerra Center Patio

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