Inland Catholic Byte Diocese of San Bernardino

“When a society – whether local, national or global – is willing to leave a part of itself on the fringes, no political programs or resources spent on law enforcement or surveillance systems can indefinitely guarantee tranquility.” – Pope Francis, Evangelii Gaudium # 59 I have had the privilege of being part of a humanitarian team traveling to the Border Wall south of Tucson and East of Sasabe.

Details Hits: 4 News Typography Smaller Small Medium Big Bigger Default Helvetica Segoe Georgia Times Reading Mode By Elena Macias The 16th General Assembly of the Synod of Bishops, which includes over 350 voting delegates from around the world chosen by Pope Franics, took place from Oct.

We are looking to expand our pool of freelance writers for our diocesan newspapers, the Inland Catholic BYTE (English) and El Compás Católico (Spanish)! This opportunity is open to writers based in Riverside County or San Bernardino County. Writers based in neighboring counties in Southern California may also be considered. The writer should either be a Catholic or be familiar with/respectful of Catholicism.

Details Hits: 887 By Anneliese Esparza This year, diocesan schools found new ways to celebrate Catholic education during Celebrate Catholic Schools Week (Jan. 31 to Feb. 6). “The rationale behind [Catholic Schools Week] is just to talk about the culture of Catholic schools. This year’s theme is Faith, Excellence and Service, and [these values are] something that we pride ourselves on,” said Samuel Torres, Superintendent of Catholic Schools for the Diocese.

[powr-multi-slider id="bf1f9b4f_1607629607"] By Malie Hudson Pope Francis beautifully captured the nativity in a single phrase in his 2019 apostolic letter, Admirabile signum – “The nativity scene is like a living Gospel rising up from the pages of sacred Scripture.” In the Diocese of San Bernardino, parishes are beginning to create nativity scenes throughout their churches, and some are adding an additional set that’s portable and outdoor friendly for liturgies celebrated during California’s...

By Natalie Romano The newest class of seminarians are bringing a sense of camaraderie to St. Junipero Serra House of Formation in Grand Terrace. Even though the men vary greatly in age and history, they say they’re looking forward to building their brotherhood. The Diocesan Office of Vocations calls the group of four “devoted.” “They’re committed to their faith, committed to the truth,” said Father Hau Vu, Associate Director of Vocations.

Details Hits: 52 By Anneliese Esparza Managing Editor Cardinal Patrick D’Rozario, the former Archbishop of Dhaka, Bangladesh, came to the Diocese for a pastoral visit from Sept. 9 to Sept. 13. On the same trip to the U.S., Cardinal D’Rozario also traveled to Boston, Dallas and Cleveland. Cardinal D’Rozario has visited the U.S. three times before, in 2012, 2016 and 2018.