Religion Headlines

Honorary degree for Bishop Blaire

Thu, 16 May 2013 22:55 EST

SAN FRANCISCO - Bishop Stephen Blaire, leader of the San Joaquin Diocese of the Catholic Church, will receive an honorary doctorate degree from the University of San Francisco Graduate College of Arts and Sciences at its graduation at 3 p.m. today.

Church announces new free ministry

Tue, 14 May 2013 17:32 EST

Berea Baptist Church and Iglesia Bautista LaMorada will host a new free summer ministry at their churches.

Hindu faithful nearer dream of S.J. temple

Sun, 12 May 2013 22:27 EST

STOCKTON - What was once a dream, then an idea and eventually a plan moved a step closer to reality Sunday as hundreds of Hindus gathered for a traditional Bhoomi Poojan ceremony.

Grant to benefit Catholic charity

Wed, 08 May 2013 23:09 EST

STOCKTON - Catholic Charities of the Diocese of Stockton will purchase a van to widen its services thanks to a $77,750 grant from the Walmart Foundation. The van will be used for food distribution and to reach rural and underserved areas. Catholic...

Hindus to break ground for temple

Wed, 08 May 2013 22:58 EST

STOCKTON - Followers of one of the world's oldest religions, Hinduism, are finally building a temple in one of California's oldest and diverse cities.

Religion briefs -- Published April 27, 2013

Fri, 26 Apr 2013 19:34 EST

New Bethel Baptist Church will hold its 45th anniversary celebration at 3 p.m. Sunday at 1439 Michael Ave., Stockton.

City church coalition preps for outreach

Fri, 19 Apr 2013 22:45 EST

STOCKTON - Pray Stockton's organizers remain convinced divine intervention is what the city needs.

Nursery school celebrates 50 years

Fri, 19 Apr 2013 18:07 EST

Central United Nursery School will host its 50th birthday party and family reunion from 12:15 to 3:15 p.m. Sunday on the grounds of Central United Methodist Church, 3700 Pacific Ave., Stockton.

St. Luke's to offer healing service

Fri, 12 Apr 2013 16:30 EST

St. Luke's Parish will conduct a Mass and healing service at 2 p.m. April 20 in the parish gym, 3847 N. Sutter St., Stockton.

Finding the perfect balance

Wed, 10 Apr 2013 17:44 EST

It was another graceful - also grateful - realization for Denise Jones.