with Missions in Lee Vining and Bridgeport,
and a Chapel in Coleville
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Bishop Cotta Responds to the Coronavirus Emergency: Public Masses Suspended
On March 16, following the guidance of state and national public health officials, and out of love and concern for God’s people, the Diocese of Stockton made the very difficult decision to suspend all public daily and Sunday Masses until further notice.
Also see the CALENDAR below for the announcement of Livestream Masses and Holy Week services.
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Welcome to Your Parish
1A Song of Ascents. I I raise my eyes towards the mountains. From where will my help come? 2My help comes from the Lord, the maker of heaven and earth.
7The Lord will guard you from all evil and will always guard your life. 8The Lord will guard your coming and going both now and forever.Psalm 121: 1-2, 7-8
Your Parish is here to nurture your spiritual needs and experiences in the mountains by keeping your Catholic Faith alive. The St. Joseph Catholic Community invites you to join our daily and Sunday Mass Celebrations held throughout Mono County.
Please see our Mass Schedule for St. Joseph Church in Mammoth Lakes, Our Savior of the Mountains Mission in Lee Vining, the Infant of Prague Mission in Bridgeport, and Our Lady of the Valley Chapel in Coleville.
We thank you for your prayers and generous gifts as we come together as one family from near and far away places. In keeping Fr. Andy’s memory alive, “Mammoth Lakes is truly God’s Country,” which keeps calling us back.” -
Today's Readings
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Reading 1 Ez 37:21-28Responsorial Psalm Jeremiah 31:10, 11-12abcd, 13Gospel Jn 11:45-56
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Bp. Barron's Lent Reflections
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Friends, in today’s Gospel Jesus declares, “The Father is in me and I am in the Father.” Charles Williams stated that the master idea of Christianity is “coinherence,” mutual indwelling. If you want...
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Calendar
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April 5 - April 12
You are invited to participate in these Livestream events from St. Joseph Church. . . . . Palm Sunday Mass: April 5 at Noon. . . . . Holy Thursday Mass: April 9 at 6:00 PM. . . . . Good Friday Services April 10: Stations of the Cross at 1:00 PM; The 7 Words at 2:00 PM; The Passion of the Lord at 3:00 PM. . . . . Holy Saturday April 11: Easter Vigil Mass at 8:00 PM. . . . . Easter Sunday Mass, April 12 at Noon. . . . . All events are Livestreamed on the St. Joseph Facebook page. You can join in directly on that Facebook page named Mammoth Catholic Church, or click on the image here, or click on the Facebook symbol in the upper right corner of this page.Read More
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Prayer for Spiritual Communion
Composed by St. Alphonsus Liguori in the 18th century, this prayer for Spiritual Communion is especially applicable to livestream or online Masses (from Our Catholic Prayers).
My Jesus, I believe that you are present in the most Blessed Sacrament. I love You above all things and I desire to receive You into my soul. Since I cannot now receive You sacramentally, come at least spiritually into my heart. I embrace You as if You were already there, and unite myself wholly to You. Never permit me to be separated from You. Amen.
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News
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March 29
Dear Parishioners and Benefactors: I think that Lent of 2020 will be unforgettable for everyone, because the whole world has had to unite before a microscopic being that has reminded us how vulnerable we are, and that has made us remember that poor or rich, blond or brunette, black or white, Republican or Democrat, citizen or immigrant, we are all without exception, human beings created by God, and that together we pretend to live healthy on a planet that has become ill with our wars, contamination, discrimination, political struggles, and diverse points of view that are often selfish. In other words ... We are victims of Original Sin, so called because it is the origin to all sin ... Wanting to be like God, leaving God out of our lives and the consequences of that are terrible, not because God punishes us, but because we are victims of our erroneous decisions. . . . . Click on the photo to read the complete letter in English or Spanish.Read More -
March 19
The Diocese of Stockton affirms its commitment to provide a safe environment for its children. Under the Chatter for the Protection of Children and Young People established by the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops (USCCB) in 2002 the Diocese of Stockton has expanded its protection to include children of preschool age as well as vulnerable adults. While the Diocese of Stockton works year-round to prevent abuse, the month of April is designated as Child Abuse Prevention Month a time to be extra diligent in our duty to provide a safe environment for all members of our Church and our community. As members of the Church we value the prevention of abuse and the support of those who have been abused. It is important to be aware of the signs of abuse and report inappropriate behavior to the proper agencies. What's being done in the Diocese of Stockton to Prevent Abuse? . . . Click on the image for more information.Read More
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Susie Vargas, Age 9, Leads the Singing of Agnus Dei at Mass on February 29, 2020
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Online Giving
Online Giving is the most convenient way to donate to St. Joseph Parish. You can make a single donation or set up a recurring donation to the weekly offertories, second collections, and special projects. Click on the button above or go to the Online Giving Page for more information.
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Bishop's Ministry Appeal
The theme for the 2020 Bishop’s Ministry Appeal is “Becoming the heart, hands and voice of God.” Some of the ministries that help us do this are Permanent Diaconate (ministers in outreach programs to the poor and celebrates family life through weddings, baptisms and funerals); Youth and Young Adults Ministry (creates connections by offering leadership training), Hispanic Ministry (develops youth and young adult leaders in the Latino community), and many other needed services best provided at the diocesan level.
The assigned goal for our Parish is to raise $23,591. Please help us to reach the goal with your generous donations made through pledges or in the various special second collections to be held throughout the year.
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Saturday Mass at 5:00 PM - SUSPENDED
Please note that the Saturday evening Mass has been changed from the traditional time of 6:00 PM to the new time of 5:00 PM. -
Updates from the Diocese of Stockton
Click on the image for news from the Diocese.
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Respect for Life Corner
"America, your very future as a nation depends on your willingness to protect the Right to Life of the most defenseless in your society."
Pope John Paul II
For more information, go to https://pro-lifearticles.org/other-articles-of-interest/
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