If you haven’t picked up a print copy of the July/August 2026 Catholic Herald, you can find the digital version here: SAC0726 | Catholic Magazines. This issue focuses on spiritual motherhood and the vocation of women.

In this issue, Bishop Soto recalls a letter he received from a cloistered nun and shares some of her wisdom. Jennifer Havey reflects on her own experience of coming into her personal vocation as a spiritual mother through the spiritual fatherhood of the late Bishop David O’Connell and other mentors in her walk with the Lord. 

With faith in the promise of the Resurrection, the Diocese of Sacramento mourns the passing of Deacon Jaime Garcia, who entered eternal life on July 20, 2026, at the age of 80.

Deacon Jaime was ordained to the Permanent Diaconate in 2003 for the Diocese of Oakland, where he began his ministry before later serving the Diocese of Sacramento for more than 19 years. Through his ministry of Word, charity, and service, he faithfully proclaimed the Gospel and accompanied the People of God with generosity and devotion.

Please join us in praying for the eternal repose of Deacon Jaime's soul and for the consolation of his wife, Barbara, his family, friends, and brother deacons.

With faith in the promise of the Resurrection, the Diocese of Sacramento mourns the passing of Deacon James Chatigny, who entered eternal life on July 19, 2026, at the age of 96.

Ordained to the Permanent Diaconate for the Diocese of Sacramento in 1985, Deacon James faithfully served the People of God for more than 20 years. Through his ministry of Word, charity, and service, he lived his vocation with generosity and devotion, offering faithful witness to Christ throughout his years of diaconal ministry.

Deacon James was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Helen, who entered eternal life on July 17, 2026. Please join us in praying for the eternal repose of Deacon James and for the consolation of his family, friends, brother deacons, and all whose lives he touched.