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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:
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.
Rural Food Program Update
RURAL FOOD PROGRAM UPDATE FOR OCTOBER, 2013
On October 8 we welcomed 118 families representing 180 adults, 89 children and 40 seniors for a total of 309 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.
During the first quarter of the fiscal year (July-September) our registration for Rural Food has increased 10% compared to last year. With the economic dysfunction threatening vital programs such as Food Stamps and the supplemental nutrition programs for Seniors and women with children we will likely see demands on food programs such as ours continuing to increase. We have already increased our purchased food budget by $5000 over last year and may have to increase it again in the coming months.
Please continue to collect grocery bags with handles, plastic shopping bags for produce and egg cartons. We are looking into biodegradable produce bags and recycleable grocery bags for our clients.
Celebrating twenty five years of service in 2013, 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.
On October 8 we welcomed 118 families representing 180 adults, 89 children and 40 seniors for a total of 309 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.
During the first quarter of the fiscal year (July-September) our registration for Rural Food has increased 10% compared to last year. With the economic dysfunction threatening vital programs such as Food Stamps and the supplemental nutrition programs for Seniors and women with children we will likely see demands on food programs such as ours continuing to increase. We have already increased our purchased food budget by $5000 over last year and may have to increase it again in the coming months.
Please continue to collect grocery bags with handles, plastic shopping bags for produce and egg cartons. We are looking into biodegradable produce bags and recycleable grocery bags for our clients.
Celebrating twenty five years of service in 2013, 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.
News & Events
Religious Education
Our parish offers a vibrant religious education program for students from Kindergarten through confirmation. Click here for more information.
Construction Corner!
Heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and humidity control improvements were installed in the Rectory last week. This work was made possible by a special gift from a parishioner.
Celebrate 2014 - January 11!
It's official ... Celebrate 2014 is set for January 11, 2014 at the Union Hotel in Occidental! Tickets will be available soon.
We are welcoming your donations for the live and silent auctions. Donations of vacation packages, sports game tickets, artwork, dinners at local restaurants, in home chef prepared dinners, jewelry, tickets to local events, theater, or opera, golf packages, gift certificates are all welcome.
Please contact any member of the planning committee to donate or to answer your questions: Barbara Gonnella (874-3390), Cathy McCool
(874-2530), Mary Briggs (827-3471), Dave Rogers (827-3471), Pat Pettibone (875-8826), Jim Smith (875-3953), or
Fr. Allen (874-3812).
We are welcoming your donations for the live and silent auctions. Donations of vacation packages, sports game tickets, artwork, dinners at local restaurants, in home chef prepared dinners, jewelry, tickets to local events, theater, or opera, golf packages, gift certificates are all welcome.
Please contact any member of the planning committee to donate or to answer your questions: Barbara Gonnella (874-3390), Cathy McCool
(874-2530), Mary Briggs (827-3471), Dave Rogers (827-3471), Pat Pettibone (875-8826), Jim Smith (875-3953), or
Fr. Allen (874-3812).
Regular Mass Schedule
Saturday Vigil
5:00 PM - St. Teresa
Sunday
8:00AM - St. Philip, Occidental
9:30AM - St. Teresa, Bodega
11:15AM - St. Philip, Occidental
Monday & Wednesday
9:00 AM - St. Philip, Occidental
Friday
9:00 AM - Eucharistic Service, St. Philip, Occidental
Tuesday & Thursday
9:00 AM - St. Teresa, Bodega
5:00 PM - St. Teresa
Sunday
8:00AM - St. Philip, Occidental
9:30AM - St. Teresa, Bodega
11:15AM - St. Philip, Occidental
Monday & Wednesday
9:00 AM - St. Philip, Occidental
Friday
9:00 AM - Eucharistic Service, St. Philip, Occidental
Tuesday & Thursday
9:00 AM - St. Teresa, Bodega
This Week's Bulletin
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