"Seeking creative ways of providing opportunities for preparation and
formation of lay ministers." – Co Workers in the Vineyard of the Lord.

On October 22, 2017, Rev. Luis Navarro, in the absence of Bishop Stephen Blaire, conferred 88 acknowledgments and 45 certificates to members of 23 parishes within the Diocese of Stockton.

Acknowledgments and Diocesan certificates are awarded to participants for completing the requirements for the various courses and training provided by the School of Ministry.

It gives us great pleasure to announce that five (5) people from St. Bernard's Parish were recognized...

Certificate Ceremony Recipients from St. Bernard Parish:

Acknowledgments are awarded to those who successfully complete a specialized training or the Introduction to Theology for Ministry course.

• The following people completed the Introduction to Theology for Ministry course:

Diocesan Certificates are awarded to those who successfully complete both a specialized training and the Introduction to Theology for Ministry (or an equivalent course).

• The following people were awarded Diocesan certificates for completing the Lay Ministry Formation Program:

The following person was awarded a Diocesan certificate as a Master Catechist and a California Master Catechist certificate:

Melissa Lanthier