Welcome to 
St. Philip the Apostle Catholic Church in Occidental and 
St. Teresa of Avila Catholic Church in Bodega, California!

Our parish community welcomes you and invites you to join us at our next Mass.  Whether you're a visitor to Sonoma County, a life-long Catholic or someone who’s interested in knowing more about the Catholic faith, we encourage you to come and share in our prayer and ministerial life.  We look forward to welcoming you to our parish.

Make Time for  a Little Church ... or Two 

Located in beautiful western Sonoma County, our Parish is blessed with two historic churches; St. Philip the Apostle in Occidental and St. Teresa of Avila in Bodega.
St. Philip the Apostle
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St. Teresa of Avila
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Parish Mission Statement

We, the Catholic community of St. Philip the Apostle, Occidental and St. Teresa of Avila, Bodega, are bonded in a rich heritage of faith.  We strive to understand and live out the gospel values of love, hope and forgiveness.

We joyfully embrace Christ's call to serve through:
  • Liturgical celebrations centered on the Eucharist that reflect a welcoming and compassionate people of prayer.
  • Ministries that nurture God's presence in ourselves, our families and our community.
  • Programs of faith enrichment that nourish and renew our commitment to God.
  • Social gatherings that unite us in Christian fellowship.
We shall pursue this Mission faithfully though the power of God's love. 


RURAL FOOD PROGRAM UPDATE for AUGUST 2016 On August 9 we welcomed 99 families representing 135 adults, 65 children and 39 seniors for a total of 239 people receiving nutritional support. This program is funded through the Rural Food Collection on the last Sunday of each month as well as through private donations and the generous support of our volunteers. Many thanks to the St. Teresa Ladies Guild for initiating the Apple Tree Project providing school supplies for the children of our Rural Food Program families. Thanks to all parishioners who donated school supplies and funding—there were many smiles and expressions of gratitude for the backpacks and school supplies.
Please continue to collect paper grocery bags, especially with handles, and egg cartons. We are looking into biodegradable produce bags and recyclable grocery bags for our clients RURAL FOOD VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES Saturday, September 10: 9-10:00am repackaging -- Parish Hall Monday, September 12: 12:30 – 2:30pm to set up the Parish Hall Tuesday, September 13: 8:30 – 11:00am to distribute the food and assist clients
We need more volunteers on Tuesday to help our clients and their loaded grocery carts to their vehicles. 


RURAL FOOD VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES
Saturday, September 10, from 9-10:00am repackaging -- Parish Hall 
Monday, September 12, from 12:30 – 2:30pm to set up the Parish Hall
Tuesday, September 13, from 8:30 – 11:00am to distribute the food and assist clients.
We need more volunteers on Tuesday to help our clients and their loaded grocery carts to their vehicles. 

 Upload Rural Food Program 2016 Annual Report click here.
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Celebrating more than twenty five years of service in 2015, our Rural Food Program of St. Philip and St. Teresa Parish has provided nutritious groceries to individuals and families that are in need. Read more.

Support the Rural Food Program
Click the "Donate" button below to make a tax deductible donation that will help feed families in need.  Your donations are tax deductible.  Our Federal Tax number is #68-0351039

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Regular Mass Schedule
(non-holiday)

Monday & Wednesday
9:00 AM Mass - St. Philip, Occidental

Tuesday & Thursday 
9:00 AM Mass - St. Teresa, Bodega

Friday - Eucharistic Service
9:00 AM - St. Philip, Occidental

Saturday 
5:00 PM Mass - St. Teresa, Bodega

Sunday
8:00 AM  - St. Philip, Occidental
9:30 AM - St. Teresa, Bodega
11:15 AM - St. Philip, Occidental

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