Child sexual abuse happens under varied circumstances, and to victims of all ages. But many cases have two things in common: vulnerability and opportunity. Vulnerability can come in the form of physical weakness in comparison to an abuser, or a power imbalance in a relationship. Abusers often target vulnerable victims through grooming, making them accustomed to increasingly inappropriate behaviors. From there, abusers will take available opportunities — sleepovers, babysitting, chaotic events like parties or festivals — to make their move. For more information, read the VIRTUS® article “Learning from True Stories of Victims/Survivors” at lacatholics.org/did-you-know/.
Read the VIRTUS® article “Learning from True Stories of Victims/Survivors” here.
Mon–Fri, 7:00 am - Church
Mon–Fri, 12:10 pm - Church & Livestream
Sat, 8:00 am - Church & Livestream
Sat, 5:30 pm - Church
Sun, 7:30 am - Church
Sun, 9:30 am - Church & Livestream
Sun, 11:30 am - Church
Sun, 5:30 pm - Church & Livestream
Outdoor seating is available at all weekend Masses.
Mon–Fri. 5:30–6 pm
Sat, 4:30–5:00 pm
There are no confessions on secular holidays or other observances when the parish is closed.
Holy Days: additional Vigil and evening Masses, 6:30 p.m.
Holidays: single Mass, 9:30 am with no confessions
First & Third Fridays: 7:30–8:30 a.m. & 7–8 p.m. · Church
Second & Fourth Sundays: Noon–3 p.m. · Chapel
St. Monica Catholic Community
725 California Avenue
Santa Monica, CA 90403
310-566-1500 Contact Us