ST. PATRICK'S PARISH

We invite you to stop by the Parish Office any weekday between 7:30 am and 4:30 pm for more information about our parish.

Our Mission. We the people of St. Patrick's Parish, formed and unified into the Body of Christ by our baptism, guided by the Holy Spirit, strive to fulfill God's will in active service to our parish family, our diocesan family, and our surrounding community.

Why should I register at my parish? The Code of Canon Law states, "A parish is a definite community of the Christian faithful established on a stable basis within a particular Church; the pastoral care of the parish is entrusted to a pastor as its own shepherd under the authority of the diocesan bishop" (No. 515). Even if a bishop determines that the pastoral care of a parish or parishes is entrusted to a team of several priests, one priest should direct the activity and be responsible to the bishop. Likewise, in the case of the death of a pastor or when no resident pastor can be appointed, the bishop must still appoint a priest with the powers and faculties of a pastor to ensure the pastoral care of the faithful (No. 517)... read more.

St. Patrick's Church 2010 Stewardship Commitment Card. As a Catholic faith community we are called to build up the Kingdom of God. We do this best in the Eucharist and in our many ministries and programs held in the church and school buildings. These daily needs of our parish depend so greatly on our offerings of time, talent, and treasure. I promise that we will continue to be good stewards at all times and with all our resources in our deepest respect for what God has bestowed upon all of us. May God bless you and your family.

Sincerely yours in Christ,

Monsignor Patrick McCormick

Please click here to complete your Stewardship Commitment Card.

New Wine.  Applications are now being accepted for the next series of classes in Fresno, Bakersfield and Visalia. Teleconference sites are expected soon in other areas of the Diocese. These weekly classes in English or two Saturdays per month classes in Spanish, provide formation for lay ecclesial ministry throughout the Diocese. Sponsored by the School of Ministry at the Office of Ministries, they are held via live video conferencing. Interested applicants need the approval and recommendation of their parish pastors. Application forms are available through the Office of Ministries website at www.dioceseoffresno.org. Or call the School of Ministry, (559) 488- 7474, ext. #104. Deadline for applying is November 1, 2010.  

Starting The Journey To Join The Catholic Church.  If you know of someone who is interested in learning more about the Catholic faith; is seriously thinking of joining the Catholic Church, or was baptized in the Catholic Church but never received all of their sacraments, St. Patrick’s Parish has inquiry classes each 2nd and 4th Sunday of the month, from 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. in the Parish Hall Classroom. These classes are designed for those who are simply interested in learning more about the Catholic Church, or as an introduction to the RCIA process for reception of sacraments for full communion in the Church. We are also looking for parishioners who are willing to become mentors or sponsors to walk with our inquirers on their journey through the catechumenate, and to share with them the great gift of our Catholic faith. For more information, please click here, or contact Deacon Chuck Reyburn at 383- 3924, ext. 20.  

2010 Annual Diocesan Congress & Youth Day is a three-day gathering of people offering educational and spiritual enrichment and growth in faith for all Catholics. Friday offers the newly added Annual Catholic School Teachers' In-Service followed by Saturday's event offering workshops, Liturgy, and exhibits for priests, religious, catechists, deacons, lay ministers, Catholic school teachers, youth ministers, and lay faithful. A Young Adult Night on Saturday evening and High School Youth Day on Sunday welcome over 1,400 young people. Nearly 3,000 people participated last year.

The Diocese of Fresno is one of the largest dioceses in the nation, covering over 35,000 square miles in an eight county area. Our 87 Parishes, 41 Missions, and 9 Stations serve a population of over 1.1 million Catholic faithful, out of a total population of about 2.7 million. The diocese boasts a rich multicultural and multi-ethnic population. Last year, workshops were offered in six different languages. Congress serves metropolitan, rural, agricultural, mountain and desert communities. Our Annual Conference attracts Catholic educators, Lay Ministers, Catechists, Religious, Clergy, Directors of Religious Education Programs, and Youth Ministers. In addition, over 1,400 youth and chaperones participated in Youth Day last year. A Young Adult Evening is also offered for our Young Adult community.

The purpose is to grow in our understanding of our Catholic Faith - To affirm our individual giftedness as Catholics, educators, young people and leaders in our church - To receive suggestions, models and practical insights into new and exciting alternatives in your parish programming of religious education and parish life -To help leaders develop competencies for ministry and spiritual enrichment.

 You are invited! All people in the pews are invited  - All people interested in learning more about the Catholic faith - All who want to learn how to teach others about an all-embracing God. Click here to register.