​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.  ​Whether you're a visitor to Sonoma County or a local resident, a life-long Catholic or someone who’s interested in knowing more about the Catholic faith, we encourage you to share in our prayer and ministerial life.
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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.
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News & Events

(a Franciscan tradition)
Blessing of the Animals  
Sat. 10/5/24
11:30am
St. Philip Hall Parking Lot
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Regular Parish Mass Times:
Occidental, St. Philip Church
Sundays:  8am and 11:15am
WF:  9am
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Bodega, St. Teresa Church
Saturdays:  5pm
Sundays:  9:30am
TTH:  9am

Donate Now

Your weekly contributions are encouraged and welcomed. Your generosity in these challenging times is appreciated. Click below to make a donation or to setup recurring donations. Donations are processed through PayPal.
Office memo:
​Our Parish Office is open M-W-F mornings.  Voicemail and email are reviewed weekday mornings as well.
​Voicemail: 707-408-2650 
​Email: Click Here

For pastoral needs, please email Fr. Plass by clicking below:​
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Make an appointment
with Fr. Plass by
clicking here

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Endowment Fund Established

Working with our Finance Council, we have established an endowment fund to provide for the perpetual maintenance of our historic churches. Click here to learn more.