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Pope Leo XIV to visit France in September

Former finance director admits to stealing hundreds of thousands of dollars from New Jersey parish Prosecutors had charged Joseph Manzi with the theft in October 2025. Seminarians medal at Cincinnati’s Flying Pig Marathon On May 5, 21 men in formation for the priesthood at Mount St. Mary’s Seminary and School of Theology in Cincinnati participated in the 28th annual Flying Pig Marathon. India-born bishop in Germany sees his role as giving migrants 'a face' Auxiliary Bishop Joshy George Pottackal, O.Carm., is the first bishop in a German diocese born outside Europe. Pope Leo XIV to visit France in September, including a stop at UNESCO headquarters The visit will mark the pope's fifth international apostolic journey. Tarsus diocese restored after more than a century There is now an episcopal presence in Tarsus; dioceses in Ireland and Canada are celebrating ordinations; a Nigerian priest is freed, and more in this week’s roundup of world news. Texas hospital agrees to end ‘sex-rejecting’ procedures on children and fund detransition clinic Doctors at Texas Children’s Hospital allegedly continued to perform procedures on children despite a Texas law prohibiting them, with Governor Greg Abbott calling such interventions "child abuse." Leo XIV greets young people who fled war-torn Gaza and will continue their studies in Rome Through a special program sponsored by the Diocese of Rome, Sapienza University and the Sant'Egidio Community, 72 young people from Gaza will be able to continue studies cut short by the war. Cardinal Czerny on Cuba: Every decision must seek the ‘good of the people,’ not ‘geopolitical ends’ In his homily at a Mass that was part of an event organized by the Cuban Embassy to the Holy See, Cardinal Czerny said that any decisions and any aid to Cuba should be for the welfare of the people. The Catholic Church's response to AI — so far As anticipation builds for Pope Leo XIV's first papal encyclical, recent teachings reveal the contours of a Catholic approach to artificial intelligence.

Colombia renews its consecration to the Immaculate Heart of Mary As part of the Fourth National Rosary, Archbishop Francisco Múnera, president of Colombia's bishops' conference, renewed the country's consecration to the Immaculate Heart of Mary.

Rock Church Swahili 05.17.2026

  

Welcome to the live stream of Rock Church Swahili, a joyful, Spirit‑filled community where families and nations gather to lift up the name of Jesus. Today, we come with expectation—ready to bow before the King of Kings and encounter His presence in a fresh and powerful way. Hoover High School, San Diego, CA  What You’ll Experience in This Service Spirit‑filled worship led by our Rock Church Swahili team Encouraging preaching centered on faith, strength, and God’s calling Testimonies that inspire hope and courage A joyful atmosphere of unity and praise ❤️ About Rock Church Swahili We are a vibrant, multicultural community worshiping Jesus in Swahili and English. Whether you’re joining from San Diego or around the world, you are welcome here. 📍 Join Us In Person Hoover High School 4474 El Cajon Blvd, San Diego, CA

San Diego Japanese Christian Church 05.17.2026

 

 We call this SoNoGo - South Park-North Park-Golden Hill & Our Mission: to see the baptized who live in SoNoGo worship in SoNoGo

San Diego Japanese Christian Church

OMS Holiness Church of North America

San Diego Japanese Christian Church (SDJCC) is here to share the good news that a dynamic relationship with Jesus Christ as Savior and Lord is the key to abundant living in today’s world. Our church was founded as an outreach to Japanese speaking farmers in San Diego County over 80 years ago. SDJCC now has English and Japanese speaking ministries. It’s easy to miss, tucked away at the elbow of 19th and E streets just above Interstate 5: the Japanese American Christian Church in Golden Hill. You’d most likely drive past this humble place of worship on the way up Broadway without noticing it, but if you happened to be on a stroll down E Street looking at the nice old houses, you’d stumble upon it after the bigger homes give way to a series of California bungalows. It’s there before E turns right into 19th. Across the street from the church, a chain-link fence lines the sidewalk above the 5 where the homeless set up camp on a regular basis before they are swept out and relocated only to return again when the police shift their attention elsewhere. Historically, the church itself is a product of a relocation of a different sort. As my City College colleague, historian Susan Hasegawa informed me, it was originally founded as the Japanese Holiness Church by Christian Nikkei (immigrants and their descendents) in 1930 and located on Newton Avenue. Sponsored by the Oriental Mission Society, the church focused its efforts on outreach to Issei (first generation immigrant) farmers.

Christ United Presbyterian San Diego 05.17.2026

 

We call this SoNoGo - South Park-North Park-Golden Hill & Our Mission: to see the baptized who live in SoNoGo worship in SoNoGo

Christ United Presbyterian Church of San Diego

What Is The Presbyterian Church (USA)

Christ United Presbyterian Church is a congregation of the Presbyterian Church (USA). Rev. Dr. Kerry Allison is the pastor of this parish church in South Park. We were established in 1981 when an invitation was extended to two churches—Brooklyn Heights Presbyterian, established in 1921 and the Golden Hill Presbyterian, established in 1956—to merge and each church accepted. The late Reverend Doctor George Walker Smith founded Golden Hill Presbyterian Church in 1956 with support from the Presbyterian Women organization. The church, located at 22nd and Market in South Park, became a human rights leader in San Diego as the congregation grew. Reverend Smith was the first black school board member in San Diego. May he rest in peace and rise in glory. Christ United continues its ministry in power and presence to the present day. All are welcome to join us in worship and togetherness. 

Trinity North Park 05.17.2026

 We call this SoNoGo - South Park-North Park-Golden Hill & Our Mission: to see the baptized who live in SoNoGo worship in SoNoGo

Trinity United Methodist Church

The United Methodist Church

Trinity United Methodist Church has been part of the North Park community since 1915, bringing warmth and connection to our neighbors for over 100 years. We seek to KNOW, LOVE, and SERVE God and our neighbors through study, worship, community events, outreach and service projects, and having fun together! We'd love to have you join us as we grow in faith and love here in North Park.

Makers Church 05.17.2026

 

 We call this SoNoGo - South Park-North Park-Golden Hill & Our Mission: to see the baptized who live in SoNoGo worship in SoNoGo

Makers Church

Southern Baptists Explained in 2 Minutes

Makers church was founded in 2010 as MOSAIC San Diego. In 2017 we became Makers Church. Two years later, in another act of faith, Makers Church and North Park Baptist, a dynamic community with almost 100 years of legacy and ministry, chose to merge into something beautiful and new.

Renew San Diego 05.17.2026

 

 We call this SoNoGo - South Park-North Park-Golden Hill & Our Mission: to see the baptized who live in SoNoGo worship in SoNoGo

Renew San Diego

What is the Reformed Church in America?

Since Easter of 2018 we’ve met weekly on Sundays and developed our capacity to serve our neighbors, especially those in great need spiritually, physically or emotionally. At Renew, you’ll find a community that reflects the diversity of center-city San Diego. We welcome and include people of every ethnicity and culture, believing and unbelieving (most of us a mixture of these), wealthy and poor, inclusive of sexual orientation and marital status.

Grace Church San Diego 05.17.2026

 

 We call this SoNoGo - South Park-North Park-Golden Hill & Our Mission: to see the baptized who live in SoNoGo worship in SoNoGo

 Grace San Diego

Southern Baptists Explained in 2 Minutes

Grace San Diego was established in 1912. The church has a wonderful history which included, under the leadership of Dr. TimLaHaye, the founding of Christian High School, Christian Heritage College (Now San Diego Christian College) and Institute for Creation Research. Grace, for several years, was known as “Scott Memorial Baptist” before the name was changed to Grace Church San Diego in 2009. Today, we continue to grow with a strong foundation on Biblical truth with a message of God’s grace, love and hope all anchored in the sacrifice of Jesus Christ!

North Park Presbyterian Church 05.17.2026

 

 We call this SoNoGo - South Park-North Park-Golden Hill & Our Mission: to see the baptized who live in SoNoGo worship in SoNoGo

North Park Presbyterian Church

Presbyterian Church in America (PCA)

 North Park Presbyterian is a church committed to Christ and His mission for the glory of God and the good of the world. NPP started as a church plant in 2014 with the vision to see people come to know and love Jesus throughout San Diego. We believe Jesus accomplishes his mission in the world through preaching the gospel, planting churches, and loving our neighbors. Pastor Adriel was ordained in 2013 after graduating from Westminster Seminary in California. He served as an assistant pastor prior to planting NPP. Alongside pastoring NPP, Pastor Adriel is the host of a daily call-in Bible answer program called Core Christianity. You can listen to it at www.corechristianity.com/radio. North Park Presbyterian Church is a part of the Presbyterian Church in America (PCA).  The PCA is a Reformed Christian denomination that places a high emphasis on the teachings of the Bible.