Our Lady of Lourdes Parish, Northridge

06/11/2026

What makes a nation truly great?

In a historic address to the Spanish Parliament, Pope Leo XIV challenged leaders—and all of us—to measure greatness not by wealth, power, or influence, but by how we accompany, protect, and love those who are most vulnerable. In a world often marked by division and indifference, his words offer a compelling vision of solidarity rooted in human dignity.

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06/11/2026

Today the U.S. bishops will consecrate the United States of America to the Sacred Heart of Jesus, joined by parishes and faithful across the country. The act of consecration takes place as part of the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence.
Join the livestream this afternoon at 4pm ET / 3pm CT / 2pm MT / 1pm PT. Watch along, pray with us, and entrust our nation to the love of Christ's Sacred Heart.

06/11/2026

Today, the Bishops of the United States will consecrate the United States of America to the Sacred Heart of Jesus. Parishes and individuals around the country are encouraged to join the U.S. Catholic bishops in this historic occasion, beginning with this Prayer to the Sacred Heart of Jesus written for the consecration.

06/09/2026

Our prayers are with the people of the Philippines following yesterday’s powerful earthquake.

We continue to pray for the Philippines as they recover from the devastating damages of the earthquake that hit their communities.

06/07/2026

Today us the Solemnity of the Most Holy Body and Blood of Christ (Corpus Christi). Today we celebrate and affirm our faith of the Real Presence of Christ in the Eucharist.

✝️ Corpus Christi (Feast of the Body and Blood of Christ)

Corpus Christi is a Catholic feast that honors the Real Presence of Jesus Christ in the Eucharist—His Body and Blood, Soul and Divinity.

📖 What does “Corpus Christi” mean?

Latin for “Body of Christ”

Celebrates the mystery of the Holy Eucharist, instituted by Jesus at the Last Supper

🗓️ When is it celebrated?

Observed on the Thursday after Trinity Sunday

In many countries (like the Philippines), it is celebrated on the following Sunday

🙏 Why is it important?

It affirms the Church’s belief in the Real Presence of Christ in the Eucharist

Encourages adoration, reverence, and devotion to the Blessed Sacrament

Reminds the faithful that Jesus remains with us in a real and intimate way

🚶‍♂️ Common traditions

Eucharistic Processions: The Blessed Sacrament is carried in a monstrance through the streets

Adoration: Time spent praying before the exposed Eucharist

Flower carpets & altars: Especially in some cultures, decorated paths are made for the procession

📜 A Key Scripture

“I am the living bread that came down from heaven; whoever eats this bread will live forever.”
— John 6:51

💡 Simple reflection

Corpus Christi invites us to ask:
Do I truly recognize Jesus in the Eucharist?
Not just as a symbol—but as a living presence.

Servants of God

06/03/2026

You can watch Fr. David’s First Mass, celebrated on Sunday May 31st at his home parish, Sacred Heart Church in Lancaster.

If you missed the Thanksgiving Mass of Fr. David Zamora
You can watch it here:
https://youtu.be/EbWtiwEhxGI
https://youtu.be/KxDQYiFaTvQ

05/31/2026

Getting ready for Fr. David’s first Mass as a newly ordained priest at his home parish, Sacred Heart Church in Lancaster.

05/31/2026

Our own Deacon David is now Father David Zamora. He was ordained to the priesthood on Saturday along with two other men at the Cathedral of Our Lady of the Angels. Please keep Fr. David and the other new priests in your prayers as they begin their priestly ministry. May God grant the many happy, healthy, and holy years of priesthood!

05/28/2026

Here is a profile of our very own Deacon David who on Saturday will be ordained Father David! Please keep him and his fellow ordinands in your prayers as they begin their priesthood.

"Ultimately, what I want to do as a priest is let people know that Jesus wants to know who they are in a very unique way."