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Thank you to the Knights and to all who make this effort possible!

Thank you to everyone who volunteered at the 2025 Million Meal Event!

A special and sincere THANK YOU to all who contributed to this effort. Your kindness makes a real difference.

We appreciate everyone who has generously donated to support the Life Choices Giving Tree and the Culture of Life Bottle Drive. Your contributions are making a real difference—saving lives and spreading joy and hope to those facing challenging times. Your kindness is truly impacting lives and shining a light in our community. God bless you!

RAFFLE CONTEST FOR CHARITY Get your raffle tickets BEFORE THEY RUN OUT! You could win a ROUND OF GOLD FOR 4 At the Heights PRIVATE Golf Course Incudes carts! $525 Value Great odds! Only 100 tickets will be sold! $10 per ticket will be sold during the 1st Sunday Breakfast on June 1st or by contacting Don Carson at (858) 722-7654 Drawing will be held at the Pentecost Festival. Proceeds go to charity! Sponsored by the Knights of Columbus!

Join us in celebrating life through the May Giving Tree, supporting Life Choices Pregnancy Center— a vital resource for young women facing unplanned pregnancies. Help us shower these mothers and their babies with love by donating needed items. Final day for drop-off is May 25, 2025. Thank you for your generosity, and special thanks to Women’s Fellowship for sponsoring this mission.

Financial Freedom Day Event Did you know that April is National Financial Literacy Month? In celebration of this important month, we are thrilled to announce that San Rafael Parish will be partnering with the Society for Financial Awareness (SOFA) to offer a comprehensive Financial Wellness Program to help you take charge of your financial future. In honor of the Year of Jubilee—a time of renewal, hope, and fresh starts—we invite you to join us for the kickoff event on Saturday, April 26th, from 9:00 am to 4:00 pm. Throughout the day, you’ll have the opportunity to attend a variety of educational sessions designed to improve your financial health and provide valuable resources for building a secure future. Whether you plan to attend one session or stay for the full day, we’ve got something for everyone. The full schedule of events will be available on the day of the program. To help make this day as accessible as possible for families, we are pleased to offer childcare services for children aged 0-12 during the morning sessions, from 9:00 am to Noon in the Church Meeting room located off of the vestibule. This service will be available on a first-come, first-served basis, so we ask that you kindly RSVP in advance to ensure a spot for your little ones. To reserve childcare for your children, please complete the RSVP form here: https://sanrafaelparish.flocknote.com/signup/206296 by April 20th. Your RSVP will help us ensure we have enough staff and resources to provide a safe and enjoyable experience for all the children in attendance. We look forward to welcoming you and your family to this exciting and educational event!

In February 2025, the Society of St. Vincent de Paul started the facilitation of distributing your food donations.

San Rafael’s Legion of Mary invites you to host the Pilgrim Mary statue in your home for a week! This special time of prayer and reflection offers an opportunity to deepen our faith and grow closer to Jesus through the intercession of His Mother. Legion of Mary members will deliver the statue, lead the Welcome Prayers, and return to pick it up after the Farewell Prayers.

The Knights of Columbus, Council 9710, invites you to apply for our annual scholarships. This opportunity is open to students pursuing further education at a four-year college, two-year college, or trade school.

Super Bowl 2025 Square Numbers – Chosen at Random by Fr. Jay!

January 26 - February 1 | During Catholic Schools Week, we joyfully celebrate the incredible work of San Rafael’s Religious Education Department, along with all Catholic schools, especially those in our local community! By nurturing our children's spiritual growth and deepening their love for Christ and His Church, we are empowering the next generation to become beacons of hope, compassion, and truth in the world. Let us unite in prayer and support for this vital ministry, as we work together to build a strong foundation of faith for the future!