June 2022 marks the 20th Anniversary of the USCCB Charter for the Protection of Children and Young People. We, as the People of God, continue our commitment to Promise to Protect and Pledge to Heal, we ask you to unite in a special prayer for victims of child sexual ab...
During National Child Abuse Prevention Month, and on behalf of Archbishop José H. Gomez, we affirm our continued commitment to report allegations of sexual misconduct to law enforcement, support victim-survivors in their healing journey, and protect children and the vu...
School shootings are in the news often, and children can understandably develop major fears about them. Keep up with what your children are talking about — if they seem to be focused on school shootings, it can be helpful to talk about these types of violence in a bala...
Simbang Gabi Saturday, Dec. 11 | 5:30 p.m. Mass with Reception to Follow | Duval Center A beautiful novena in preparation for Christmas coming to use from the Philippines - sponsored by the St. Monica Filipino Community. After the liturgy, we invite everyone to a recep...
Carbon monoxide is an odorless, colorless gas that is often undetected. More than 400 people in the U.S. die every year from unintentional carbon monoxide poisoning, and thousands more are hospitalized. When gas builds up in enclosed spaces, people or animals who breat...
In celebration of National Black Catholics Month, we are sharing more about the six African Americans who are currently in the process for sainthood. One of them is Servant of God Sister Thea Bowman (December 29, 1937 – March 30, 1990). Thea Bowman was the daughter of ...
In celebration of National Black Catholics Month, we are sharing more about the six African Americans who are currently in the process for sainthood. One of them is Venerable Augustus Tolton (April 1, 1854 – July 9, 1897). Augustus Tolton was a former slave who was bap...
As children settle back into regular (for the most part) school routines, parents can help keep their school communities safe by following a few simple guidelines. 1: Be aware. Read up on the school’s COVID-19 safety plans, and prep your children for what to expect. 2:...
With Halloween right around the corner, here are a few tips to keep your holiday safe and fun! Before they go trick-or-treating, talk with your children about safety and set the ground rules. Young children should always trick or treat with an adult. Join up with frien...
Click Here to Learn More About our Patron Saint Monica! Friday, 8/27 Food Trucks 4:00-7:00 p.m. - Hilton School Yard Lawn Featuring food trucks from a variety of cuisines: Deli, Mexican, Pizza, Gelato, Burgers and more! Outdoor Jams 4:00-7:00 p.m. - Hilton School Yard ...
It’s a great time to review your safety measures for medicines, cleaning supplies, and other potentially dangerous items in your home. Store these items up high, out of your child’s reach, or locked in a childproof place. Parents should keep the number for the Poison C...
The events of 2020 pushed most of our lives more fully online than ever before: working from home, virtual schooling, Zoom get-togethers. This past year also saw a dramatic increase in reports of online child abuse, including online enticement. Enticement involves an i...
We ask you, as the People of God, to unite in a special prayer for victims of child sexual abuse. A Prayer for Healing Victims of Abuse Holy Spirit, comforter of hearts, heal your people’s wounds and transform brokenness into wholeness. Grant us the courage and wisdom,...
Cinema Saturdays Changing the world through prayer Some stories just need to be told and this is one of t hem. It focuses on one of the most inspirational Catholic clerics of the 20th century. The film is PRAY: THE STORY OF PATRICK PEYTON, a recently released documenta...
Fasting Fridays As Catholics, we engage in the practicing of fasting and abstinence, most often associated with refraining from eating food at particular times. (For example, we practice fasting from food on Ash Wednesday and Good Friday, when we have much smaller meal...
Reflection Thursdays Born Jorge Mario Bergoglio became Pope Francis in honor of Saint Francis of Assisi on March 13, 2013. He is the head of the Catholic Church and sovereign of the Vatican City State. Loved for his care for the poor and marginalized today’s quote remi...
Racial Justice Wednesdays Practices focused on raising awareness of & promoting racial justice. Validate the experiences and feelings of people of color Another way to address racial bias is to support the experiences of people of color by listening to them and engagin...
Care for Creation Tuesdays Practices focused on caring for the environment What Is Your Footprint! The average carbon footprint for a person in the US is 16 tons, one of the highest rates in the world. Globally, the average is closer to 4 tons. To protect the planet an...
Special thanks to Caitlin Smith , for coordinating all the presenters! Thank you for this beautiful Lenten journey as we "Embrace and Be Embraced." Our Triduum and Easter schedule is posted HERE. We hope you'll join us to celebrate the passion, death, and resurrection ...
Meatless Mondays Each week we will feature a meatless entrée for you and your family to enjoy and a practice to help make your daily spiritual path a healthy one. The recipes are found on the Catholic Relief Services Rice Bowl website and represent dishes from around t...
Mon–Fri 7:00 am - Church
Mon–Fri 12:10 pm - Livestream & Church
Sat 8:00 am - Church & Livestream
Sat Vigil 5:30 pm - Church
Sun 7:30 am - Church
Sun 9:30 am - Livestream, Church & Grand Pavilion
Sun 11:30 am - Church
Sun 4 pm - Outdoors
Sun 5:30 pm - Church & Livestream
Mon-Fri 5:30–6 pm
Please arrive before 6 pm
Sat 4:30–5:00 pm
Reservations no longer required.
St. Monica Catholic Community
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Santa Monica, CA 90403
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