CALM Simi Valley

07/14/2026

04/13/2026

CALM Presents: The Theology of the Body & the Feminine Genius

In our next series, we turn our gaze toward the Theology of the Body, with a special focus on the feminine genius and the unique spiritual gifts entrusted to women. Together, we’ll reflect on our varied roles as women in the Church and in God’s beautiful plan of creation.

Join us for meaningful conversation, fellowship, and encouragement as we watch Christopher West’s Theology of the Body seminar series across three separate gatherings hosted in the homes of CALM leaders. Please message us for the address. Refreshments will be provided. ☕✨

📅 Series Dates
• April 14
• April 28
• May 12

🌷 Additional CALM Gatherings
• May 26 — Craft Night: Jewelry Making lead by CALM member Martha D'Errico
📍7 PM, Room 11 at St. Rose School
• June 9 — Moms Night Out
📍7apam, TO, Oak & Iron

Please note: there will be no second meeting in June.

We would love to have you join us as we grow in faith, friendship, and the beauty of authentic womanhood.

04/12/2026

Join us for a beautiful three-part Theology of the Body series: The Human Body—A Gospel in the Flesh with Christopher West.

Together, over three separate evenings in the homes of CALM leaders, we will watch and discuss this powerful series as we reflect on the profound truth that the human body is not only biological, but also theological—it tells the divine story of Christ’s love for His Church.

🕊️ Meeting Dates | 7 PM
• April 14 — A Gift to Be Received
• April 28 — A Gift to Be Given
• May 12 — Called to Love: Expressing the Language of the Body “In Truth”

☕ Refreshments provided
🏡 Hosted in a CALM leader’s home
🤍 Open to Catholic mothers and future mothers of all ages

We would love to have you join us for prayer, fellowship, and beautiful conversation centered on the dignity of the human person and God’s design for love.

DM us with any questions or scan the QR code for more info.

04/09/2026

Join us for a beautiful three-part Theology of the Body series: The Human Body—A Gospel in the Flesh with Christopher West.

Together, over three separate evenings in the homes of CALM leaders, we will watch and discuss this powerful series as we reflect on the profound truth that the human body is not only biological, but also theological—it tells the divine story of Christ’s love for His Church.

🕊️ Meeting Dates | 7 PM
• April 14 — A Gift to Be Received
• April 28 — A Gift to Be Given
• May 12 — Called to Love: Expressing the Language of the Body “In Truth”

☕ Refreshments provided
🏡 Hosted in a CALM leader’s home
🤍 Open to Catholic mothers and future mothers of all ages

We would love to have you join us for prayer, fellowship, and beautiful conversation centered on the dignity of the human person and God’s design for love.

DM us with any questions or scan the QR code to join us!

02/12/2026

With heavy hearts, we share the passing of Marissa Strauch, a beloved member of CALM, cherished friend, and bright light within the St. Rose of Lima community. Marissa was a St. Rose of Lima alumna, a former St Rose kindergarten teacher, and the loving sister of Principal Mrs. Harding. She came from a well-known and deeply loved parish family, and many also knew her as the niece of Father Joe Shea.

Marissa entered eternal rest on Monday, February 2, 2026 at 3:32 PM, surrounded by her family. She leaves behind her devoted husband, Joe, and their three beautiful children.

Those who knew Marissa remember her joyful spirit, her positivity, and the warmth she carried into every room. People often felt lifted simply by being in her presence. She was loving, cheerful, and truly a light to so many. Always smiling.

We extend our deepest prayers and condolences to the Strauch family, as well as the extended Casanova and Shea families. She will be profoundly missed and forever remembered with love.

♡CALM

Marissa's Services
Saturday February 14
St Rose of Lima Church
Rosary 9:30am
Funeral Mass 10am
Burial at Assumption Cemetery, Simi Valley immediately following the funeral
Reception following at St Rose Hall
All are welcome.

02/04/2026

Feb. 10th at 7pm || OPEN TO ALL:FREE ENTRY
Our next guest speaker will be Catholic author, commentator, wife, and mother of 6-Noelle Mering. She is known for her books Theology of the Home, and Awake Not Woke. Her new book No Contact will be coming out later this year-An incisive exposé of the widespread, politically motivated “no contact” movement that deconstructs the ideology behind this trend and equips readers to avert estrangement and repair broken relationships. She has been featured on EWTN, Fox News, in the film Jesus Thurst, and most recently on the Lila Rose Podcast. She's been published in Newsweek, Daily Wire, National Review, The Federalist, and National Catholic Register. A Fellow at the Ethics and Public Policy Center

This talk will not be in classroom 11 but in The St Rose of Lima church. Open to all (not just mamas) and free entry with a suggested $5 donation. Its going to be a goodie! There will be books available for purchase -as well as some CALM merchandise. United Merch will also be out front selling our new CALM shirts.

Tell a friend, bring friends, bring your husband, see you next week!

♡CALM Leaders
Alyssa, Candice, Colleen, Carolyn, and Stephanie

For more info check out our website (link is in the bio).

02/04/2026

With heavy hearts, we share the passing of Marissa Strauch, a beloved member of CALM, cherished friend, and bright light within the St. Rose of Lima community. Marissa was a St. Rose of Lima alumna, a former St Rose kindergarten teacher, and the loving sister of Principal Mrs. Harding. She came from a well-known and deeply loved parish family, and many also knew her as the niece of Father Joe Shea.

Marissa entered eternal rest on Monday, February 2, 2026 at 3:32 PM, surrounded by her family. She leaves behind her devoted husband, Joe, and their three beautiful children.

Those who knew Marissa remember her joyful spirit, her positivity, and the warmth she carried into every room. People often felt lifted simply by being in her presence. She was loving, cheerful, and truly a light to so many. Always smiling.

We extend our deepest prayers and condolences to the Strauch family, as well as the extended Casanova and Shea families. She will be profoundly missed and forever remembered with love.

♡CALM