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Served as a priest of the Diocese of Sacramento for nearly 49 years

'We ask you to act in good faith by allowing a debate and vote now'

After the Avila family lost everything, they now focus on helping other families; Jim shares his story of faith and determination after great loss

500 gather for dinner with theme, 'Growing in Faith, Serving with Love'

At his death, Jesus entrusts us to his mother. At his ascension, Jesus advocates for us to the Father. This Mother's Day and Solemnity of the Ascension let us remember the great love Jesus has for us.

John 15:13 inspires his life: 'No one has greater love than this, to lay down one's life for one's friends'

"As we began to draw close to the end of this spiritual journey, the hearts of everyone turn to gratitude," writes Bishop Soto.

"Pilgrimages provide this epiphany of catholicity, a universality that is marvelously paradoxical," writes Bishop Soto.

As a procession in front of the Rosary Basilica was about to begin, the presider announced: "You have journeyed to Lourdes. Now, Jesus journeys with you."

Moving water possesses a mysterious energy. Whether it is a river or a spring, life will flourish around it. The waters of Lourdes will do the same for anyone who is attentive to its fresh, invigorating, cascading cadence.