Puer Natus Est Nobis

Detail from one of the stained glass windows of Saint Mary Magdalen Chapel made by F.X. Zettler in Munich Germany.  See all here

Introit (Isaiah 9: 6)
Puer natus est nobis, et filius datus est nobis: cujus imperium super humerum ejus: et vocabitur nomen ejus magni consilii Angelus. Vs. (Ps. 97: 1) Cantate Domino canticum novum, quia mirabilia fecit. Vs. Gloria Patri, et Filio, et Spiritui Sancto. Sicut erat in principio, et nunc, et semper, et in saecula saeculorum. Amen. Puer natus est nobis, et filius datus est nobis: cujus imperium super humerum ejus: et vocabitur nomen ejus magni consilii Angelus.

A child is born to us, and a Son is given to us: Whose government is upon His shoulder: and His Name shall be called, the Angel of Great Counsel. Vs. (Ps. 97: 1) Sing ye to the Lord a new canticle: because He hath done wonderful things. Vs. Glory be to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit. As it was in the beginning, is now, and ever shall be, world without end. Amen. A child is born to us, and a Son is given to us: Whose government is upon His shoulder: and His Name shall be called, the Angel of Great Counsel.

Grotto Dedication Photos

Photos from the Dedication of the Grotto of the Immaculate Conception and Memorial for the Unborn on 12/8/2013.  Click here for slideshow.  Photos by Emily Raab.

Tridentine Nuptial Mass

All are welcome to witness the wedding of and pray for blessings upon Anthony Joseph Mocny and Katherine Nicole Harris as they are joined in Holy Matrimony at a Tridentine Nuptial Mass said by Fr. Joseph Illo at Our Lady of Sorrows on January 4th, 2014 at 1:00 p.m.  Our Lady of Sorrows is located at 21 East Sola Street, Santa Barbara.  The reception is by invitation only.

New Movie by Catholic Author: "The Principle"

"The Principle" is a new movie with a planned release in theaters across the USA in Spring 2014.  Catholic author, Dr. Robert Sugenis says that it is a message of hope for the human race and that this movie will be one of the most astounding you will ever see.  Ultimate questions about our place in the universe are addressed by the leading cosmologists in the world.  View the movie trailer here:  http://www.theprinciplemovie.com

Mass, Confession & Benediction Schedule

Date	Day	Time			Calendar	Intention
1-Dec	SUN	10 am	C		1st Sunday of Advent	Nellie Urick (D)
8-Dec	SUN	10 am	C	B	Feast of the Immaculate Conception	Henry Raab (D)
15-Dec	SUN	10 am			3rd Sunday of Advent	William Whelan (D)
22-Dec	SUN	10 am	C		4th Sunday of Advent	Nancy Braunger (D)
25-Dec	WED	10 am	C		Nativity of Our Lord
29-Dec	SUN	10 am	C		Sunday in the Octave of Christmas	Dorothy Zak (D)
1-Jan	WED	10 am	C		Circumcision of Our Lord
5-Jan	SUN	10 am			Most Holy Name of Jesus	Emily Raab (L)
"C" = Confessions available before Mass
"B" = Benediction immediately following Mass

Dedication of the Grotto of the Immaculate Conception and Memorial for the Unborn

The Grotto of the Immaculate Conception and Memorial for the Unborn will be dedicated and blessed by Fr. Preston Passos on Sunday December 8th (The Feast of the Immaculate Conception) at 12:30 pm at St. Mary Magdalen Chapel on Ventura Boulevard. The dedication and blessing will be followed by a reception. The Grotto is a gift from the Adolfo Camarillo Knights of Columbus Council #5272 with the assistance of a number of donors in honor of the Centenary of the Chapel. If you have any questions, please contact Grand Knight Brendan Purdy at 805-419-5766.

Latin Mass Community Sponsors a Pro-Life Epiphany Family Dance

The Extraordinary Form community of St. Mary Magdalen presents... a fundraiser for Life Centers of Ventura County:  An Epiphany Family Dance!  Sat. Jan 4th, at 7:30 pm. St. Mary Magdalen Parish Hall, corner of Las Posas and Crestview in Camarillo.  Suggested donation of $5/person or $15/family (donations can be made via paypal at www.vclifecenters.com/donate.html, or by cash or check at the door).  Bring a dessert to share, as well as a baby gift for Life Centers (newborn layettes, blankets, diapers, wipes, formula).  Children have the opportunity to participate in an Epiphany procession led by the 3 wisemen, bearing their gifts to the Christ child. Followed by dancing, led (with some instruction) by D.J. Leo Raab. Folk, country, swing, waltz, foxtrot and more!  Festive semi-formal dress encouraged! Kindly observe the norms of Christian modesty.  Space is limited, please RSVP to epiphanydance2014@gmail.com, or call 805-415-3795.  Click here for Info Flyer

New Weekday Traditional Latin Mass in Arroyo Grande

Daily Weekday (Mon-Fri) Traditional Latin Mass at Noon
Said by Fr. Christopher Dietz, OFM Conv.
Saint Joseph of Cupertino Friary
1350 Dale Avenue, Arroyo Grande, CA 93421
(805) 489-1012  

This is in addition to the every Sunday TLM at 12:30 p.m.
Said by Fr. Michael Bell
St. Paul the Apostle Catholic Church
800 Bello St., Pismo Beach, CA 93449
(805) 773-2219  

New Video on the Norbertine Cloister in Tehachapi

KNXT-TV, the Fresno Diocese Catholic Television Station (Channels 38/49) recently completed a 25-minute video update on their community titled "A Blessing for the Sisters", produced by Colin Dougherty, General Manager, including footage from their house blessing mentioned above, which was officiated by Rev. Eugene J. Hayes, O. Praem., Abbot of St. Michael's Abbey. The program streamed on KNXT-TV, and is now posted on YouTube (click here)