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Mass and Confession Schedule
Click here for the Christmas Mass Schedule
Mon - Fri 8:00am (Chapel) Sat 5:00pm Vigil (Church) Sun 8:30am, 10:30am, 5:00pm (Church) Communion Service Saturday 8:00am (Chapel)
Confessions are 4:00-4:30pm Saturday or by appointment.
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Announcements
Support Fire Relief VictimsClick here to donate to a special collection for those who have been affected by the devastating fires in our state. Monies will go to Catholic Charities USA, who will be sending 100% of contributions to those suffering from the California wildfires.
Advent Bible Study: For Parents!Our Youth Ministry families had a special request for an Advent Bible Study, so we're making it happen!
Bring your Bible and join us Thursdays at 11am in the Youth Room from 11/29 through 12/20 to reflect on the Advent Scriptures and prepare more thoughtfully and spiritually for Christmas.
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Of sin and scandal
Read how Bishop Barber is taking action as bishop of our diocese.
Responses from Church Leaders
Pope Francis, Bishop Barber, our pastor Father George, and our Youth Ministry Coordinator Megan have responded to the recent reports of clerical sexual abuse and the ecclesial cover-up of abuse. Read their responses below: -
Upcoming events
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Sunday, December 16
Pray for our high schoolers and Faith In Action Team walking together toward the Sacrament of Confirmation! C1: 5pm-7:45pm; C2: 3pm-6pmRead More -
Monday, December 17, 9:30 AM
All are welcome to join us at Orinda Senior Village as we celebrate the Holy Mass with residents.Read More -
Wednesday, December 19, 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
Pray for our 6th-8th graders as they gather for faith, fun, and fellowship at our MSYG sessions - and follow our adventures on Instagram at @smyouthmin!Read More -
Thursday, December 20, 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
After hearing of a Holiday Bible Study for our YM teens, some of the parents wanted in on the action, too - and the Advent Bible Study: For Parents! was born. RSVP to Megan to make sure you get a journal! Come to one or come to all of the Thursday morning sessions.Read More -
Monday, December 24, 4:00 PM
All are welcome to join us for our Christmas Eve Children's Mass! Join us for a family-friendly service with our Children's Choir leading the sung worship.Read More
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SUPPORT SANTA MARIA
Register as a Parishioner
If you'd like to register as a parishioner here at Santa Maria, you can now do so online - just fill out the parishioner registration form and the information automatically gets to us!
Sign up for eGiving
Santa Maria has partnered with Faith Direct to upgrade our giving options! Click below:
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Stay Up-to-Date
Find out the latest events by signing up for our weekly emails and downloading the bulletins!
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Today's Readings
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Reading 1 Zep 3:14-18aResponsorial Psalm Is 12:2-3, 4, 5-6.Reading 2 Phil 4:4-7Gospel Lk 3:10-18
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