INDIAN WELLS—Religious priests and sisters are no stranger to recognition at the Bishop’s Dinner during its 15 years of existence. More than a dozen have received Bishop Barnes’ “Amar Es Entregarse” Award in the past.
Rite of Election provides milestone in the Sacramental journey
By Andres Rivera
Staff Writer
MORENO VALLEY—As the people entering St. Christopher Catholic Church in Moreno Valley took their seats, Kim Berry’s excitement began to grow. Soon she would take the next step in her journey, the Rite of Election.
Ministry to family stressed at Combined Vicariate Meetings
By Andres Rivera
Staff Writer
SAN BERNARDINO—In his annual State of the Diocese address, Bishop Gerald Barnes applauded the good works he and Auxiliary Bishop Rutilio del Riego have observed over the past year, and challenged parish communities to focus on ministry to families.
Accompanying our dying brings moments of grace
By Deacon John Barna
It would seem at first glance that the Office of Catholic Cemeteries would be filled with death, grief and depression; but nothing could be further from the truth!
True, on any given day we hear from families who have experienced a great and terrible loss. But, as we visit with these beautiful “caregiver saints,” we discover many awesome moments of grace.
History of Doctor-Assisted Suicide Is Not Encouraging
In 2002 the Netherlands implemented a law giving individuals the right to end their own life with a doctor’s approval when they are suffering unbearably. Neighboring Belgium did the same.
Central American consular services come to the Diocese
By Petra Alexander
There’s good news for the communities of San Bernardino and Riverside counties. The government of Guatemala will open a new consulate in our area and appointed Billy A. Muñoz as Consul of San Bernardino; Ms. Ana Leticia Pineda will be the Vice Consul and Luis Enrique Santos, Third Secretary. The new consulate will be located at 330 Street “D” No. 120 in the City of San Bernardino.