Bishop Pham to celebrate Young Adult Mass
SAN DIEGO — More than 500 young adults from throughout the diocese are expected to attend the annual Young Adult Adoration and Mass.
The event will be held on Sunday, July 13, at The Immaculata Church, which is located on the campus of the University of San Diego.
Eucharistic adoration will begin at 5 p.m., when there also will be opportunities for confession. Bishop Michael Pham will celebrate Mass at 6 p.m. A social, with live music performed by Seen & Heard, will follow on the East Lawn.
For more information, call (858) 490-8260 or email yamsd@sdcatholic.org.
Healing day offered for those widowed, divorced
CARLSBAD — “In the Beginning … Coping with Life Alone” will be a day for men and women ready to begin healing from the loss of a spouse through death, separation or divorce.
The event, sponsored by the Beginning Experience ministry, will be held from 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m., Saturday, July 26, at St. Elizabeth Seton Parish in Carlsbad.
While the program is intended to assist those newly grieving, all are welcome to attend. The cost is $50, which includes meals, snacks and drinks.
For more information or to register, call (858) 748-2273 or email BeginningExperienceSD@gmail.com.
Task force releases homeless count
SAN DIEGO — The Regional Task Force on Homelessness released the results of the 2025 point-in-time count, also known as the WeAllCount, on May 20.
The count measures the population of people experiencing homelessness in San Diego County.
The results show that the number has decreased, overall, by 7%. Unsheltered homelessness dropped significantly among families (by 72%) and veterans (25%), speaking to the continued successes of efforts to provide targeted services for the most vulnerable San Diegans. However, the number of seniors experiencing homelessness for the first time increased by 5%.
“We are encouraged to hear that, for the first time in a long time, unsheltered homelessness in our region has decreased, especially amongst some of our most vulnerable neighbors – veterans and families,” said Deacon Jim Vargas, president and CEO of Father Joe’s Villages. “This demonstrates what we’ve seen firsthand: Targeted investments and partnerships between organizations like ours and our policymakers are making a difference.”
Father Joe’s must raise $250,000 for diversion program
SAN DIEGO — Father Joe’s Villages kicked off a matching campaign on June 12 to raise $250,000 by the end of the year to receive an additional $250,000 from the David C. Copley Foundation.
Funds raised will support the organization’s diversion program, which helps people secure alternative housing options before they end up in the shelter system, by assisting clients to meet immediate needs, through rental subsidies and alternative solutions.
“We hear far too many stories of people falling into homelessness simply for missing a single rent payment. And we know it does not need to be this way,” said Deacon Jim Vargas, president and CEO of Father Joe’s Villages. “With your support, we can funnel more resources into intervening early to divert thousands of people from entering the shelter system.”
The campaign will run until Wednesday, Dec. 31. Donations are accepted at neighbor.org/donate.
‘Love Our Priests’ to gather for Mass, luncheon
SAN DIEGO — The “Love Our Priests” prayer group will welcome Father Edgar Serrano, a retired priest of the Diocese of San Diego, as its special guest for its next gathering.
The event will be held on Saturday, Aug. 2, at Ascension Parish in Tierrasanta. There will be a Mass at 10 a.m., followed by a potluck luncheon.
Father Serrano will share his vocation story.
For more information, email jeanlaskey@outlook.com.
Women invited to discern vocation
SAN DIEGO — Women ages 18 to 35 are invited to a discernment session to explore religious life.
The weekly meetings began last October and will continue through Aug. 12. They are held at 6:30 p.m., Mondays, at Mission San Diego.
Women are invited to come and share their experience and walk with other women in discernment.
For more information, contact Sister Katia Chavez, SJS, at (760) 562-2727.
Retrouvaille offering hope for troubled marriages
SAN DIEGO — Not willing to let go of your marriage? Many couples continue to struggle, but are not willing to give up on each other.
Retrouvaille is a program designed to help struggling marriages regain their health. It helps a husband and a wife re-awaken the love, trust and commitment that originally brought them together.
A Retrouvaille Weekend will be held from Friday evening, Sept. 26, to Sunday afternoon, Sept. 28. The location will be provided upon confirmation.
The cost is $700 per couple.
For more information, visit helpourmarriage-sandiego.org. Register at (951) 259-9474 or 6016r@helpourmarriage.org.
ISP retreats help recovery from homelessness, addiction
SAN DIEGO — The Ignatian Spirituality Project (ISP) invites those recovering from homelessness and addiction to experience God’s unconditional love.
The organization’s programs are designed for men and women in substance use recovery who desire to deepen their spirituality and are open to sharing their story and listening to others.
Though founded in the Jesuit tradition, ISP does not proselytize, and people of all (or no) faith traditions are welcome.
Guided by the wisdom of Ignatian spirituality and interwoven with traditional 12-Step approaches, ISP retreat programs offer individuals recovering from homelessness and addiction a chance to take time away to reflect on and deepen their relationship with God, to identify the places inside that need healing, and to bond with others on the journey.
For more information, visit ispretreats.org.
Young adults can network at YCP events
SAN DIEGO — The San Diego chapter of Young Catholic Professionals (YCP) hosts regular events for young Catholics in their 20s and 30s.
Among the organization’s recurring events is its Executive Speaker Series, where a Catholic speaker is invited to reflect on his or her faith and career. There is no cost for admission, and attendees can enjoy free beer, wine and appetizers, as well as time for networking.
YCP San Diego also holds networking happy hours, half-day retreats and other events.
For more information, visit youngcatholicprofessionals.org/chapter/san-diego.
Men invited to join ‘Rosary Crusade’
SAN DIEGO — The Men’s Rosary Crusade gathers at 9 a.m., every first Saturday of the month, at the corner of 6th and Laurel in Balboa Park. All men are welcome.
The rosary intentions are for reparation to the Immaculate Heart of Mary, for the conversion of America, for families and for the unborn.
For more information, email draguez@sbcglobal.net or call (619) 920-8363.
Catholics can ‘Encounter’ Jesus in Rancho Peñasquitos
SAN DIEGO — Encounter, a Spirit-filled evening of inspiring music, prayer and Eucharistic adoration, is held on the second Friday of each month at Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Parish in Rancho Peñasquitos.
Sponsored by the parish’s Hearts of Fire Ministry, the event runs from 7 to 8 p.m. Confession will be available, beginning at 6:30 p.m.
For more information, contact Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Parish at (858) 324-0490.
