Notice of Mass Cancellation and Office ClosureDue to Covid-19 concerns and pursuant to Sonoma County directive, all daily and weekly masses, events and parish gatherings are cancelled until at least April 7, 2020.
Our Parish office is currently closed, but voicemail and email are checked daily. Please don't hesitate to call or email us if needed. Phone: 707-408-2650 Email: Click Here Please check back here or follow us on Facebook for updates. For critical pastoral needs, please email Fr. Bala by clicking below: Message From Fr. Bala and the Finance CouncilDear Parishioners,
With the unprecedented changes that have occurred in our lives the past few weeks, our spiritual needs have become more difficult to meet. Masses and other public services as you know are cancelled. Except for some donations through our online account and mail, our parish is deprived of regular offertory collections. But, the utility and other expenses continue nonetheless. We have taken action to reduce costs. We are aware too that all of us are hurting right now as a result of the Coronavirus. Yet, we would like to appeal for your generous financial support. You may send your donations through our online account or by way of checks to the parish office: St. Philip's Church, P.O.Box 339, Occidental, CA 95465. Thanking you in advance. Father Bala & Finance Council Support Your ParishYour weekly contributions are encouraged and welcomed. Your generosity in these challenging times is appreciated. Click below to make a donation or setup weekly donations.
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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 MARCH 2020
Our client and volunteer health and safety is very important to our ongoing efforts of providing nutritional support. On March 10 we welcomed 102 families: 122 adults, 49 children and 40 seniors for a total of 211 people . Due to the current corona virus outbreak we changed our distribution process. Each volunteer and client was required to use hand sanitizer before entering the distribution area. Each volunteer was also required to wear gloves during the distribution and we all practiced “social distancing” throughout. We will continue this practice for the next few months. 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.
Your used, clean, egg cartons and handled grocery bags are needed until we reach our goal of having only reusable cloth bags by the end of 2020. Thanks for dropping them off in the hall.
RURAL FOOD VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES Saturday, April 11, from 9-10:00am repackaging -- Parish Hall Monday, April 13, from 10:00 – 12:00pm to set up the Parish Hall Tuesday, April 14, from 8:30 – 11:00am to distribute the food and to assist clients.
THANK YOU to all our extraordinary volunteers & donors!
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Celebrating more than twenty nine years of service in 2019, 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 #37-1874623
Our client and volunteer health and safety is very important to our ongoing efforts of providing nutritional support. On March 10 we welcomed 102 families: 122 adults, 49 children and 40 seniors for a total of 211 people . Due to the current corona virus outbreak we changed our distribution process. Each volunteer and client was required to use hand sanitizer before entering the distribution area. Each volunteer was also required to wear gloves during the distribution and we all practiced “social distancing” throughout. We will continue this practice for the next few months. 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.
Your used, clean, egg cartons and handled grocery bags are needed until we reach our goal of having only reusable cloth bags by the end of 2020. Thanks for dropping them off in the hall.
RURAL FOOD VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES Saturday, April 11, from 9-10:00am repackaging -- Parish Hall Monday, April 13, from 10:00 – 12:00pm to set up the Parish Hall Tuesday, April 14, from 8:30 – 11:00am to distribute the food and to assist clients.
THANK YOU to all our extraordinary volunteers & donors!
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Celebrating more than twenty nine years of service in 2019, 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 #37-1874623
News & Events
The Holy Father, at 10:00 AM Pacific Time, Friday, March 27, will address the entire world. This is an opportunity to offer spiritual solace and comfort to the many millions who suffer as a result of the COVID-19 virus. Click for info.
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.
Regular Mass Schedule
(not for holidays or holy days)
ALERT: all Masses cancelled until further notice.
no Wednesday & Friday Mass
9:00 AM - St. Philip, Occidental
no Tuesday & Thursday Mass
9:00 AM - St. Teresa, Bodega
no Saturday Mass
5:00 PM - St. Teresa, Bodega
no Sunday Mass
8:00 AM - St. Philip, Occidental
9:30 AM - St. Teresa, Bodega
11:15 AM - St. Philip, Occidental
9:00 AM - St. Philip, Occidental
no Tuesday & Thursday Mass
9:00 AM - St. Teresa, Bodega
no Saturday Mass
5:00 PM - St. Teresa, Bodega
no Sunday Mass
8:00 AM - St. Philip, Occidental
9:30 AM - St. Teresa, Bodega
11:15 AM - St. Philip, Occidental
This Week's Bulletin
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