About Our Parish
Our Mission
Guided by the Holy Spirit and the word made flesh, and centered in
the Eucharist, fount of holiness, we, the community of Santa Cruz de la Cañada, build families rooted in the values of the Holy Family of Nazareth to bear fruit for the Kingdom of God.
Served by Sons of the Holy Family Priests.
Our Parish Community
The heart of a parish is the Eucharist, but the parish family is the body that makes it a unique and vibrant community with an exciting parish life. Our parish offers a variety of ways to be part of that communal family in addition to the celebration of the sacraments.
Faith Formation
Faith formation is a vital element of the Catholic life as we grow in knowledge and understanding of our faith in Jesus Christ and the Church he gave us. A deeper understanding can lead to a more intimate relationship with the Father, Son and Holy Spirit, and through the Trinity to the Church and our family, friends, neighbors, parish, and community. Such faith formation is not just for children, but for all of us as we grow as Catholics. Our parish has many opportunities for faith formation that we encourage you to explore.
Ministries & Volunteer Opportunities
Another way to participate in our parish life are the various parish ministries, including:
- Liturgical Ministries: Choir, lector, altar server, Extraordinary Minister of the Eucharist
- Social Justice Ministries: Visiting the homebound, serving the poor, volunteering at food pantries, St. Vincent de Paul Society
- Other Opportunities: Youth ministry, men’s and women’s groups, annual parish bazaar
God calls us to use our gifts and talents to glorify Him and make life better for other people. Please prayerfully consider these opportunities for getting involved in ministry. And if you have an idea for a new parish ministry, please contact us.
Stay Connected
With so many ways to be part of parish life, you'll want to stay informed by regularly reading the weekly bulletin, just in case you've misplaced the one you received at Mass. You’ll also want to check the parish calendar for a list of events and mass schedules.
Our History
Our parish has a rich history in our town, being founded by people who trusted in the Lord and gathered together under the leadership of our bishop. Who we are today is based on who we were yesterday. Find out more about our spiritual forefathers as you read the history of our parish.
Gallery / Memories
We hope you'll also enjoy viewing photos of our parish, including some of the many enjoyable events and programs we've had over the years.
