• Welcome

       

      Dear Parishioners,

       
      Welcome to St. Catherine of Alexandria Parish; we are very blessed to have an active and growing community that has many ministries serving the people of Morgan Hill.

       
      This website will show you the variety of ministries at St. Catherine and the varied ways to serve God within the Church.  As part of our Catholic understanding of stewardship we are called by Jesus Christ to share in the work of the Kingdom.  In sharing  our time, talent and treasure we strengthen our own faith and invite others into a closer relationship with our God.
       
      Whether we can give one hour or many hours in ministry, whether we see our gifts as large or small, we are invited by our Lord to enter into service within the divine blessing of the Trinity.
      St. Paul writes, “There are different kinds of spiritual gifts but the same Spirit;
      there are different forms of service but the same Lord; there are different workings but the same God who produces all of them in everyone.” (1Cor 12:4-6)
       
      We hope through prayer and discernment you discover your gifts and join with your fellow parishioners at St. Catherine in building the Kingdom of God.
       
      God Bless,
      Fr. Mark C. Arnzen




      Estimados feligreses,
       
      Bienvenidos a la parroquia de Santa Catalina; somos bendecidos por tener una comunidad activa ycreciente, que tiene varios ministerios que sirven a las personas de Morgan Hill.
       
      Este pagina de web le mostrar la variedad de ministerios en Santa Catalina y los muchos modos que usted puede servirle a Dios dentro de su Iglesia.  Como parte de nuestro conocimiento Católico de Corresponsabilidad, somos llamados por Jesús Cristo a compartir el trabajo del Reino.  En compartir nuestro tiempo, talento y tesoro, fortalecemos nuestra propia fe y invitamos a otros a tener una relación mas cercana con Dios.
       
      Ya sea que podamos dar una hora o muchas horas en ministerio, o ya sea que podamos ver nuestros regalos grandes o pequeños, somos invitados por nuestro Señor a entrar al servicio dentro de la bendición divina de la Trinidad.
       
      San Pablo escribo, “Hay diversidad de carismas, pero el Espíritu es el mismo.  Hay diversidad de servicios, pero el Señor es el mismo.  Hay diversidad de actividades, pero uno mismo es el Dios que activa todas las cosas en todos.”(1Cor 12:4-6)
       
      Esperamos que por medio de oración y  discernimiento, usted descubra sus regalos y acompañe a sus prójimos parroquianos de Santa Catalina en construir el Reino de Dios.
       
      Que Dios los bendiga,
      P. Mark C. Arnzen

       
       
    • Mission Statement

      WELCOME to Saint Catherine of Alexandria Parish!

      We, at St. Catherine of Alexandria Parish are a growing, diverse, and welcoming Catholic Community called to live and proclaim the good news of Jesus Christ through Worship, Discipleship, and Service.

      ¡BIENVENIDOS a la Parroquia de Santa Catalina!
       
      La Parroquia de Santa Catalina de Alejandría, es una comunidad en crecimiento, acogedora y diversa, llamada a vivir y proclamar la Buena Nueva de Jesucristo por medio de la Oración, el Discipulado y el Servicio.

       
       
    • Donate Now!
    • Job Opportunity
      Director of Catechetical Ministry
      St. Catherine of Alexandria Parish, located in Morgan Hill, has an opening beginning July 1, 2012 for a full time Director of Catechetical Ministry.  The Director will be responsible for coordinating and overseeing all catechetical components of the junior high, elementary and early childhood programs in both English and Spanish. The Director will be required to develop and evaluate curriculum, coordinate sacramental preparation, including parent and family faith formation, select materials, prepare and monitor a budget, supervise the maintenance of records, recruit, and train volunteer catechists, and perform other related administrative tasks.
       
      The Director must have the ability to work collaboratively with the Pastor, parish staff, and volunteers as well as parishioners.  The Director and the Youth and Young Adult Minister will collaborate to meet the needs of the Junior High students involved in the catechetical and Edge Programs.  In addition to being active in the life of the Church, the Director should have good organizational, administrative, oral and written communication skills, and a good rapport with children.
       
      Qualifications:
      Bilingual (English and Spanish) required. 
      A Bachelor’s Degree in a course of study related to catechetics, religious education, theology, pastoral ministry or equivalent, current Master Catechist Certification and three to five years experience as a Catechetical Coordinator or a graduate of Institute of Leadership in Ministry (ILM) in the Catechist Track and has three to five years experience in a catechetical leadership position.
       
      Applications will be accepted until the position is filled by a qualified candidate.  Interested applicants must send their cover letter, a resume and a completed Diocesan Employment Application Form to:
       
      Rev. Mark C. Arnzen, Pastor
      St. Catherine of Alexandria Church
      17400 Peak Ave.
      Morgan Hill, CA 95037
      Phone: 408-779-3959
      Fax: 408-779-0289
      E-mail:  marnzen@dsj.org

      You can download the Diocesan Employment Application here.
    • Calendar
      • May 19, 2012
        2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
        The Confirmation of high school students in our parish's program. This is the commencement of their two years of community building, religious education, and retreats.
      • May 28, 2012
        11:00 AM - 8:00 PM
        RSVP to deepuk@dsj.org by May 21st! High School teens and their families are welcome! $10 per person.
      • Jun 3, 2012
        6:30 PM - 7:30 PM
        The Loser will be shaved by the Winner. It's that simple. All are welcome to watch and cheer.
      • Jun 11-15, 2012
      • Sep 14-16, 2012
        A Community Event featuring CARNIVAL RIDES, Games, Entertainment, Craft Faire and Great Food.
    • Search Site