The Rite of Baptism (For Children Under the Age of 7)
Congratulations on the birth of your child! We look forward to welcoming your child into God’s family and as a member of the Holy Family community. When planning for your child’s Baptism, please allow the process to take from three to six months. To begin the process for Baptizing your child at Holy Family, South Pasadena, CA please submit the Baptism Registration Form. Once this form has been completed, you will be contacted via email from Holy Family Church to assist you in scheduling your …
Restorative Justice Ministries
Mission Statement Restorative Justice Ministries of Holy Family Parish support the work of the Catholic community, especially the Los Angeles Archdiocese Office of Restorative Justice and nonprofit organizations, to seek justice and healing for all those affected by crime – victims, offenders, their families, and the community-at-large. About Restorative Justice The guiding principles of restorative justice are included in the U.S. Catholic Bishops’ 2000 pastoral statement, “Responsibility, Rehabilitation, and Restoration: A Catholic Perspective on Crime and Criminal Justice.”Holy Family’s ministry …
Immigration
Activities Web Resources A Pope’s Prayer for Immigrants Merciful God, we pray to you for all the men, women and children who have died after leaving their homelands in search of a better life. Though many of their graves bear no name, to you each one is known, loved and cherished. May we never forget them, but honour their sacrifice with deeds more than words. We entrust to you all those who have made this journey, enduring fear, uncertainty and …
The Church Retrofit
In the past few days, the construction company has begun their work—and what a delight it is to witness the care they’ve taken to protect the precious items within our church. Scaffolding now stretches from floor to ceiling as they begin the important task of strengthening our church to better withstand earthquakes. Let us keep these workers in our prayers—for their safety and for a smooth transition as we celebrate Mass in our parish hall during this time of restoration. …
Faith Sharing for The Inner Voice of Love: A Journey Through Anguish to Freedom,
Faith Sharing Group Resources for The Inner Voice of Love
History of Holy Family Church Buildings
The Church as a Sacred Space When we speak of the Church, we often refer to the people of God. However, the church building itself holds profound significance. The word “church” derives from the Greek kuriakos (“of the Lord”). These physical structures are more than gathering places; they symbolize the Church living in a particular community—the dwelling of God with His people, reconciled and united in Christ. Entering a church means crossing a threshold, symbolizing the passage from a world …
Habemus Papam!
Prayer for Pope Leo XIV In trust and gratitude, we turn to your Holy Spirit. We know that your Spirit has been powerfully at work throughout this time of conclave, guiding the hearts and minds of those entrusted with discerning the future of your Church. Now, as Pope Leo XIV steps into the Ministry of Saint Peter, we pray that your Spirit may draw ever closer to him, illuminating his path with wisdom and grace so that he may faithfully …
The Amen Effect
Resources of Faith Sharing Groups
How is the Pope Elected?
A Brief History Originally, the Pope was chosen by the senior clergy of Rome. In 1059, this responsibility was restricted to the Cardinals of the Holy Roman Church. Today, only Cardinals under the age of 80 at the time of a papal vacancy are eligible to vote. Since the Pope is also the Bishop of Rome, only someone eligible to be ordained a bishop can be elected. Technically, this means any baptized Catholic male could be chosen. (Fun fact: Pope …