The exploitation of a child is an unspeakable, criminal evil. I am sickened by the charges of sexual abuse on the part of a parish volunteer. I remain steadfast in my commitment to protecting the most vulnerable among us. We must always remain vigilant for the sake of our children and families.  I will continue to strengthen safeguards and support survivors as part of my unwavering commitment to their safety and well-being.

I pray that almighty God extend the wings of His compassionate presence and healing to the victim and all those affected. 

+Jaime Soto

Bishop of Sacramento

The Diocese of Sacramento encourages anyone who has information about this case, or who has been abused, to contact law enforcement and call the diocesan hotline.

Please continue to pray for all those affected by the wildfires sweeping through southern California, especially the residents who have been displaced, lost their residences or evacuated.  

We ask for God’s protection upon the firefighters, emergency personnel and volunteers providing much needed immediate and long-term support. Pray for those who have died and all those suffering losses during this catastrophic time.    

Faithful wishing to donate money to assist those in need may do so in the following ways: 

•    Donate to the Archdiocese of Los Angeles: https://lacatholics.org/california-fires/
•    Catholic Charities USA: https://www.catholiccharitiesusa.org/

Bishop Jaime Soto will preside at a memorial Mass for Father Michael Carroll, a retired priest who served the Diocese of Sacramento for 52 years, on Friday, Jan. 17, at 10 a.m. in St. Teresa of Avila Church in Auburn.

Father Carroll, who had been retired since July 2016 and was pastor emeritus of St. Teresa of Avila Parish, died unexpectedly on Dec. 27 at his residence in Capwell Road, Cork City, Ireland. He was 77.

A native of County Cork, Ireland, he was ordained to priesthood on June 10, 1972, for service in the Diocese of Sacramento.