​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, 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.  Due to Covid-19, masses are being celebrated online until further notice. We look forward to welcoming you to our parish once we reopen.

Click below to access our online masses, services and reflections

The Pastor Speaks…

Dear Sisters and Brothers in Christ,

We will not reopen our churches unless and until we are prepared and do all the needed things. We are to follow the protocols to be in place before reopening.

We will continue to do either streaming or video recording Sunday/Solemnity/Holy Day Masses.

With prayerful wishes and blessings,
Father Bala
5/31/2020

​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.

News & Events

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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.
-Notice of Mass Cancellation and Office Closure-
​Due to Covid-19 concerns and pursuant to Sonoma County directive, all daily and weekly masses, events and parish gatherings are cancelled until until further notice. 

Our Parish office is currently closed, but voicemail and email are checked daily. Please don't hesitate to call or email us if needed.
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Phone: 707-408-2650 
​Email: Click Here

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For critical pastoral needs, please email Fr. Bala by clicking below:​

This Week's Bulletin

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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.