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 …

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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 …

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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. The church retrofit project is set to began on Monday, June 2nd. Starting that day, all Masses will be held in Connolly Parish Hall. The church will be …

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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 …

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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 …

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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 …

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Embracing The Beginning Of Life

Embracing the Beginning of Life – A ministry which seeks to build an awareness within our parish that ‘Human life must be respected and protected absolutely from moment of conception. From the first moment of existence, a human being must be recognized as having the rights of a person – among which is the inviolable right of every innocent being to life’ Catechism of the Catholic Church, 2270. Join us in praying the Pro-life rosary every 3rd Tuesday of the …

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