THE CATHEDRAL OF CHRIST THE LIGHT
2121 Harrison Street, Oakland, CA 94612 DIRECTIONS
Since 2008
Here’s The Deal:
The Cathedral of Christ the Light, also called Oakland Cathedral, is the cathedral of the Roman Catholic Diocese of Oakland in Oakland. The Cathedral of Christ is the Light works as the Mother Church of about 530,000 Catholics in Alameda and Contra Costa counties. The Catholic Church invites everyone to attend masses and special activities and welcomes them. They continue to establish a network of committed docents and volunteers from the ministry who provide thousands of visitors with knowledge and hospitality. The cathedral music program's primary aim is to assist the worship assembly in singing the hymns and answers and raising their hearts and minds through the church's music. The Cathedral of Christ is a magnificent and inviting venue to experience the sacrament, music, arts, and cultural activities representing Oakland's diversity. The Cathedral of Christ offers free guided tours for individuals or small groups (eight people or less).
SPECIALTY:
Baptism, Mass Schedule, Weekly Bulletin, Events, Music, Anointing of the Sick, Workshops, Homilies, Sacraments, Faith Formation, Presentations, Parish Liturgical Ministries, Social Outreach, Holy Orders/Vocations, First Communion, Cathedral Center, Tours, Marriage & Confirmation
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ST. ELIZABETH PARISH
1500 34th Avenue, Oakland, CA 94601 DIRECTIONS
Since 1892
Here’s The Deal:
Saint Elizabeth Church is one of the famous churches in Oakland. The Church was established in 1892. The Church is a Roman Catholic Church and part of the Diocese of Oakland. Saint Elizabeth Church is the world's largest, with over 1 billion members. The Church's mission is to spread the word of the faith, administer the sacraments, and reach out to charity. Saint Elizabeth Church leaders meet the thousands of parishioners every weekend to ensure they have a warm, safe, and pleasant atmosphere to demonstrate their hospitality. The music ministry of St. Elizabeth has places for people of just about every level of skill & experience, various types of music, with various choral opportunities. Saint Elizabeth Church believes God loves them and desires to be in a relationship with Jesus's creation. They are united with all believers worldwide, the universal Church, and each week to gather for communal prayer and the Mass.
SPECIALTY:
Altar Servers, Mass Times, Adoration, Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion, Events, Faith, Faith Formation, Ministries, Music, Prayer Request & Liturgy
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ST. MARGARET MARY’S CHURCH
1219 Excelsior Avenue, Oakland, CA 94610 DIRECTIONS
Since 1922
Here’s The Deal:
St. Margaret Mary’s Church was built in 1922. The Parish Church, located between the Trestle Glen and Glenview neighborhoods of Oakland, serves Catholics not only within the neighborhood but also beyond. Music is a significant part of how they give their lord’s sacrifice at holy mass. They also provide religious instruction to children preparing for the first communion, young people preparing for baptism, and adults preparing for Christian initiation or who wish to rethink their religion. Every masses preserved the use of the altar column, gregorian chants, and communion under one genus. In addition, St. Margaret Mary’s Church offers the classical tradition and contemporary style of modern music. St. Margaret Mary’s Church also provides Religious Education for children preparing for First Communion, youth preparing for Confirmation, and adults preparing for Christian initiation or wishing to review their faith.
SPECIALTY:
Children’s Faith Formation, Marriage, Sacristans, Liturgy, Confirmation, Eucharist, Baptism, Lectors, Anointing of the Sick, Sacraments, Altar Servers, Religious Education, Marriage Preparation, Holy Orders, Music, Reconciliation, Youth and Young Adult Group, Rcia & Ministries