# Our Lady of Assumption Parish > Turlock CA ## Posts - [Hello world!](https://olassumption.net/hello-world/): Welcome to WordPress. This is your first post. Edit or delete it, then start writing! ## Pages - [Young Adult Ministry](https://olassumption.net/young-adult-ministry/): OLA Young Adult Group The goals of Our Lady of the Assumption’s Young Adult Ministry are to:– Create a Catholic community of young adults who are OLA parishioners and young adults from the surrounding area– Provide opportunities to encounter Jesus, grow in faith, and learn about the faith– Collaborate with other Catholic young adult groups Join us! We meet on the first and third Fridays of the month (with some exceptions for day trips and holidays). Young adults ages 18-30, married and single are invited to our group. For More Information: Text OLAYOUNGADULTS to 84576 to join our group text […] - [Night in Bethlehem](https://olassumption.net/programs-groups/vacation-bible-school/night-in-bethlehem/): A Night in Bethlehem OLA’s Vacation Bible School brings to you a one Night event for you to experience the night that Jesus Christ was born.  SAVE THE DATE: SATURDAY DECEMBER 14TH, 2024 4PM TO 7PM   What an amazing night we had at Our Lady of the Assumption. Even with the rain, we had a fantastic night where people walked through the town of Bethlehem and experienced the night that the Savior was born. If you went to this wonderful event, or volunteered your time and talents- we would love to hear your feedback and experience. Please email Silvia […] - [Triumph of the Immaculate Heart of Mary Prayer Group](https://olassumption.net/programs-groups/prayer-groups/triumph-of-the-immaculate-heart-of-mary-prayer-group/) - [St. Valentine's Dinner & Dance](https://olassumption.net/valentines/): Number of Tickets 1 ticket $50.00 USD2 tickets $100.00 USD3 tickets $150.00 USD4 tickets $200.00 USD - [Grief Share](https://olassumption.net/outreach/grief-share/): How GriefShare works It may be hard for you to feel optimistic about the future right now. If you’ve lost a spouse, child, family member, or friends you’ve probably found there are not many people who understand the deep hurt you feel. This can be a confusing time when you feel isolated and have many questions about things you’ve never faced before. ‘Going to GriefShare feels like having warm arms wrapped around you when you’re shivering.’ Please join us Mondays at 5:30 PM Classes begin Monday, January 26, 2026 in the Conference room in the front house office GriefShare groups […] - [Sienna's Walk](https://olassumption.net/community-life-organizations/siennas-walk/): Sienna’s Walk Sienna’s Walk is an event to raise awareness of the alarming statistic of the 1 in 4 babies who are lost due to miscarriage or stillbirth and remember and honor our children. Sienna’s Wings Scholarship Sienna’s Wing Scholarship is open for any High School Graduating Seniors (Class of 2024). In honor of Sienna Sachi Severson, Sienna’s Wings awards two scholarships to highly qualified individuals. Scholarship information, requirements, and forms are below.  Download Scholarship Application - [St. Valentine's Day Dinner and Dance](https://olassumption.net/st-valentines-day-dinner-and-dance/): How many tickets? 1 Ticket $50.00 USD2 Tickets $100.00 USD3 Tickets $150.00 USD4 Tickets $200.00 USD - [Test](https://olassumption.net/test/): This is just a test block for this area Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit. Integer ac leo ut arcu dictum viverra at eu magna. Integer ut eros varius, ornare magna non, malesuada nunc. Nulla elementum fringilla libero vitae luctus. Phasellus tincidunt nulla erat, in consectetur ante ornare tempor. Curabitur egestas purus ac gravida malesuada. Vestibulum sit amet rhoncus nisi. Quisque porta enim eget nisi luctus accumsan. Interdum et malesuada fames ac ante ipsum primis in faucibus. 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For more information contact us at info@academicasc.com   Simon Bettencourt – President Agnel Bettencourt – Director John Bettencourt – Director Manuel Oliveira – Director Jose Sousa – Director Louie Bettencourt – Director Michael Rocha – Director Frank Cea – Director Jordan Bettencourt – Director Facebook - [Live Video](https://olassumption.net/https-livestream-com-accounts-9487286/): Our Lady of the Assumption YouTube Channel - [Music Ministry](https://olassumption.net/programs-groups/prayer-groups/music-ministry/): Choir Mission: “Rejoice, you righteous, in the LORD; praise from the upright is fitting. Sing to him a new song; skillfully play with joyful chant.” Psalm 33: 1, 3 Missão do Coro “Justos, aclamai o Senhor, os corações rectos devem louva-l’O. Cantai-Lhe um cântico novo, cantai-Lhe com arte e com alma.” Salmo 32: 1, 3 Choir The Portuguese choir at Our Lady of the Assumption dates back to the early ‘70s when our parish first began as a cultural center, faithfully rehearsing and serving at the Eucharistic Celebrations under the direction of Fr. Ivo Rocha.  Many of its choir members […] - [Office Info](https://olassumption.net/administration/) - [Festa](https://olassumption.net/community-life-organizations/festa/): OLA Festa Program 2025 - [Knights of Columbus](https://olassumption.net/community-life-organizations/knights-of-columbus/): Knights of ColumbusCouncil # 12847Grand Knight: John Woodard (209) 900-3148 Deputy Grand Knight: Tony Medeiros Financial Secretary: Daniel Santos (209) 622-8228Treasurer: Leonard Costa (209) 620-3338 Scholarships: Samuel Silveira (209) 410-3590 Since the finding of the Knights of Columbus in 1882, charity has been our first principle. Our Lady of the Assumption Knights of Columbus Council started back in 2001 and has grown since then.  We are Catholic men of faith and men of charitable action. All the good works we do are informed by our four core principles: Charity – Our Catholic faith teaches us to “Love thy neighbor as thyself.” […] - [Mar Alto](https://olassumption.net/community-life-organizations/mar-alto/): Mar Alto was established in 1974 by Father Ivo Rocha and Sister Maria de Jesus at Our Lady of the Assumption Church in Turlock, California. Today, Mar Alto still holds its rehearsals on the church grounds. It consists of the teenagers and young adults of the community and of neighboring communities. Most of the members are Luso-Americans who speak English and Portuguese. Mar Alto has participated in all the folklore festivals and has had the privilege of hosting four of these festivals that have been held in California since 1983. It has also performed at various cultural events including at the […] - [Carnaval](https://olassumption.net/community-life-organizations/carnaval/): Carnaval is a celebration of food, entertainment and fun that Our Lady of the Assumption hosts before the liturgical season of Lent.   Each year, many groups from the Central Valley and Bay Area travel to Our Lady of the Assumption to offer hilarious performances in a night of fun and entertainment.  - [Community Life Organizations](https://olassumption.net/community-life-organizations/): Carnaval Mar Alto Festa Portuguese Language School Knights of Columbus Academia Soccer Club - [Teams of Our Lady](https://olassumption.net/programs-groups/teams-of-our-lady/): What is Teams of Our Lady? Teams of Our Lady is an international lay movement in the Catholic Church, designed to enrich marriage spirituality and make good marriages better. Teams provide a proven method of increasing and improving prayer life, which will help couples grow closer to God and each other.  At the same time, their family will reap the benefits as well. A team is comprised of five to seven couples whose marriage is recognized in the eyes of the Catholic Church. The team meets one time per month, rotating from one home to another. If a couple’s home […] - [Forms](https://olassumption.net/forms/): Baptism Forms Baptism Form Marriage Forms Wedding Packet Engaged Encounter 2026 Dates - [Google Map](https://olassumption.net/home/google-map/) - [Holy Orders](https://olassumption.net/sacraments/holy-orders/): By virtue of our Baptism, all Christians are part of a common priesthood of believers. We are all called to participate in Christ’s mission. Through the Sacrament of Holy Orders, bishops and priests are given a special role in carrying out this mission. They exercise a ministerial priesthood. Deacons also receive a special grace through ordination and are called to assist the ministry of bishops and priests (Catechism of the Catholic Church [CCC], nos. 1547, 1554).   Pope Benedict XVI writes, “The priest is above all a servant of others” (Sacramentum Caritatis Sacrament of Charity , no. 23). In gathering […] - [Anointing of the Sick](https://olassumption.net/sacraments/anointing-of-the-sick/): Anointing of the Sick is the sacrament that is received by those who are ill or suffering. By the sacred anointing and the prayer of the priest, the whole Church commends those who are sick to Christ. The sick person receives the Holy Spirit’s gifts of strength, faith, peace, and courage, and his or her suffering is united with the suffering of Christ for the building up of the Church ( Catechism of the Catholic Church [CCC], nos. 1520-23). Through the Sacrament of Anointing of the Sick, the Church carries out Jesus’ mission of compassion and healing for the sick. […] - [Reconciliation](https://olassumption.net/sacraments/reconciliation/): Sacrament of Reconciliation The Sacrament of Reconciliation is one of the most unique and beautiful aspects of Catholicism. Jesus Christ, in His abundant love and mercy, established the Sacrament of Confession, so that we as sinners can obtain forgiveness for our sins and reconcile with God and the Church. The sacrament “washes us clean,” and renews us in Christ. Confession Times Thursdays 7 PM – 8 PM  Saturdays 5 PM- 5:30 PM Monthly on a Monday 7:30 PM during ARMEE First Fridays following 9 AM Portuguese Mass First Saturday from 9 AM- 10 AM The Sacrament of Reconciliation is one […] - [We Care](https://olassumption.net/outreach/we-care/): For I was hungry and you gave me food, I was thirsty and you gave me drink, I was a stranger and you welcomed me. Matthew 25:35 Ways to volunteer 1. Purchase and/or prepare dinner2. Serve dinner3. Donate items for a meal We Care Newsletter We Care’s Mission:  To provide transitional and emergency shelter and support services in collaboration with other agencies to assist homeless individuals in becoming self-sufficient.Our Lady of Assumption parishioners serve dinner at the We Care Program every Tuesday night for the entire shelter season. The shelter season begins on November 1st. If you are unable to serve on […] - [Respect Life](https://olassumption.net/outreach/respect-life/) - [VALER](https://olassumption.net/outreach/valer/): Pastoral Sócio-Caritativa / Social Services 2602 South Walnut RoadTurlock CA 95380209.634.0380 valer@olassumption.net Monday – Thursday 2 PM- 6 PMClosed Friday Staff / Equipa: Olivia Pears Valley Area Living Enabling Resources (VALER) provides social services referrals to parishioners and non-parishioners. Do you have a need and don’t know who to turn to? From monthly food distribution, to access to government funded programs, health fairs, social programs for seniors and assistance with completing forms and many more services, V.A.L.E.R. is here to help you. Proporciona serviços sociais a paroquianos e não-paroquianos. Tem alguma necessidade e não sabe quem lhe possa ajudar? Desde […] - [Vocations](https://olassumption.net/sacraments/vocations/): What is a Vocation? In the simplest terms, “vocation” means a “call.” So, in general terms your vocation is what God calls you to do with your life. Everybody is called by God to know, love and serve him. The difference is how each one does this. Individual vocations vary between being married, consecrated, religious or a priest. However, we usually use “vocation” to mean a call to the consecrated, religious or priestly life. In the one life God gave you to live, you have one overriding purpose, to fulfill the will of God, because this is the key to […] - [Retreats and Missions](https://olassumption.net/programs-groups/retreats-and-missions/): Parish Retreats and Missions are transformative opportunities to refresh and revitalize your faith. They provide the opportunity for time spent in prayer and contemplation, and rekindle and deepen our relationship with God.  The purpose of parish spiritual retreats, as an addition to daily spiritual activities, is to temporarily leave behind the usual distractions we all face for a time long enough to allow relaxation and for an inner change to occur: the ongoing conversion of heart that is critical to deepening faith. - [Prayer Groups](https://olassumption.net/programs-groups/prayer-groups/): We have many Prayer Groups at Our Lady of the Assumption including: The Divine Mercy Prayer Group Divine Mercy Oratory Portuguese Charismatic Prayer Group Bibles Studies and other ministries Please contact the Parish Office for more information. - [Youth Ministry](https://olassumption.net/programs-groups/youth/): OLA Youth Group The goals of Our Lady of the Assumption’s Youth Ministry are to: – help teens grow in their faith and value the sacramental life. – recognize the importance of Catholic community and cultivate virtuous friendships. Join us! We meet twice a month on Thursday nights from 6-8pm. The night starts with dinner, then after we there are activities, prayer, and fellowship to help teens grow in their faith. All high school students are welcome! 8th graders are welcome to join us in the second semester of the academic year. For More Information: High Schoolers, text OLATEENS to […] - [About Our Lady of the Assumption](https://olassumption.net/about-our-lady-of-the-assumption/): Founders Father Ivo Rocha Father Jose Carlos Luis Azevedo Antonio Luis Borba Antonio Carvalho Helio Couto Maria de Jesus Martins Antonio Simoes Armelim Fontes Sousa Joao Fontes Sousa Honorio Teixeira Jesuina Teixeira Our Lady of the Assumption Parish began as a designated Portuguese Cultural Center within the Diocese of Stockton.  In 1972, a young group of Catholics inspired by two Portuguese missionaries,  Father Jose Carlos and Father Ivo Rocha, set out to found a place where they would celebrate both their faith and culture.  With this vision and a great deal of courage, they purchased 5 acres of land on […] - [Matrimony](https://olassumption.net/sacraments/matrimony/): Marriage is the intimate union and equal partnership of a man and a woman. It comes to us from the hand of God, who created male and female in his image, so that they might become one body and might be fertile and multiply (See Genesis chapters 1 and 2). Though man and woman are equal as God’s children, they are created with important differences that allow them to give themselves and to receive the other as a gift. Marriage Process Meaning and Purpose Marriage is both a natural institution and a sacred union because it is rooted in the […] - [Confirmation](https://olassumption.net/sacraments/confirmation/): CONFIRMATION PROGRAM  Registration for Fall 2025 CLOSED. Anna Lorch – Faith Formation Director alorch@olassumption.net209-634-2222 ext. 307 Confirmation Mass Attire Examination of Conscience Welcome Parents and Candidatesto our Confirmation Program! Our program is a 2 year preparation program for middle school teens to receive the Sacrament of Confirmation and meets once a week in the evening during the months of September-May. Any other questions can be directed to alorch@olassumption.net For more information on What Confirmation is, our program’s mission & philosophy, etc. please scroll to the bottom of this page for Frequently Asked Questions. Parish Hours Requirement All Confirmation Candidates are required […] - [Eucharist](https://olassumption.net/sacraments/first-communion/): The Lord Jesus, on the night before he suffered on the cross, shared one last meal with his disciples. During this meal our Savior instituted the sacrament of his Body and Blood. He did this in order to perpetuate the sacrifice of the Cross throughout the ages and to entrust to the Church his Spouse a memorial of his death and resurrection. As the Gospel of Matthew tells us: While they were eating, Jesus took bread, said the blessing, broke it, and giving it to his disciples said, ‘Take and eat; this is my body.’ Then he took a cup, […] - [Baptism](https://olassumption.net/sacraments/baptism/): Holy Baptism is the basis of the whole Christian life, the gateway to life in the Spirit, and the door which gives access to the other sacraments. Through Baptism we are freed from sin and reborn as sons of God; we become members of Christ, are incorporated into the Church and made sharers in her mission: “Baptism is the sacrament of regeneration through water in the word.” CCC 1213   Infant Baptismal Policy Parents and Godparents must be practicing Catholics and must attend preparation meetings established by the parish. Godparents: Only one male or one female sponsor or one of […] - [Portuguese Language School](https://olassumption.net/community-life-organizations/portuguese-language-school/):   Registration closes on October 17th for Portuguese language instruction in the Jorge de Sena School.  Classes begin on November 3rd from 5:30 PM -7:30 PM. To receive registration information for Portuguese instruction for yourchildren or grandchildren, please click on the QR Code and provide your name, phone number, and email address. It will be through this medium that we will communicate and distribute registration forms. You may text Mary Borba at 209 581-1942 with any questions.   Registration Form For information contact Mary Borba at escolajdsturlock@gmail.com PORTUGUESE LANGUAGE CLASSES Mondays5:30 PM – 7 PM for childrenLocation: Our Lady of Assumption Parish Hall Portuguese […] - [Women's Group](https://olassumption.net/programs-groups/womens-group/): The Daughters of Mary A CATHOLIC WOMEN’S MINISTRY Daughters of Mary Our Lady of the Assumption2602 S. Walnut RdTurlock, CA 95380 Contactolawomen@gmail.com Isabel Crawford 209.535.8034 Jean Alt 209.756.8030 FORMATION - [OCIA](https://olassumption.net/programs-groups/rcia/):   OCIA provides meaningful encounters with the Risen Christ, so that those considering the Catholic Faith may be transformed by His transforming love. Are You Interested in the Catholic Faith? Wednesdays 6 – 8 PM Our Lady of the Assumption offers those who wish to begin a new journey in faith to share the richness of the Catholic Church and our parish family.  We invite you to learn what the Church teaches, and to be introduced to some of our parish members. These sessions also are opportunities for you, and others that you may wish to invite, to ask those perplexing […] - [Vacation Bible School](https://olassumption.net/programs-groups/vacation-bible-school/): A Night in Bethlehem CELEBRATING OUR 25 YEAR ANNIVERSARY OF LEARNING AND LOVING JESUS PARTICIPANT REGISTRATION 2025 PDF Participant Registration Form VOLUNTEER REGISTRATION 2025 PDF Volunteer Registration Form PDF Forms can be downloaded and typed into and turned in via email. You can also print and turn in to the OLA Office or to Silvia at any of the VBS Sunday Registrations.    Want to help set up and decorate for VBS? Join Silvia on Wednesday June 11th and Thursday June 12th— Times will be posted soon. We appreciate all your support to make VBS a huge success.   SCUBA […] - [Catechism](https://olassumption.net/programs-groups/ccd-catechism/): Catechism2025-2026 Fall Registration NOW CLOSED Parish Office 209.634.2222 Parish Mailing Address:P.O.Box 2030, Turlock CA 95381 Please contact the Faith Formation Director with any Questions, Comments or Concerns you may have about our Catechism program! Anna Lorch   alorch@olassumption.net 209.634.2222 Ext. 307 Welcome toOur Lady of the Assumption’sCatechism Program!   Please refer to Calendar below for updates on the Catechism program **For information on Payment and Catechism Program Expectations, please scroll below the calendar** For any other questions please contact Anna at alorch@olassumption.net       CATECHISM EXPECTATIONS: By signing up your child to our Catechism Program, you agree to the following […] - [ARMEE](https://olassumption.net/programs-groups/armee/): Facebook Twitter Instagram Adoration | Reconciliation | Mass | Eucharist | Evangelization Monthly on Mondays at 7:00 PM ARMEE Ministries is here to introduce you to Jesus Christ and to invite you into a deeper relationship with Him. Everyone is searching for something to fill their soul.  At ARMEE, you will discover God through His people, His Sacraments of Eucharist and Confession and start to see your life transformed by His presence. Each month we meet for fellowship, spiritual formation, and worship. Guest speakers share their faith experiences, offer insight invite you to walk the journey of faith with them in community. After the night’s […] - [Outreach](https://olassumption.net/outreach/): Our Lady of the Assumption Parish Outreach coordinates the ministries of pastoral care, social services, social justice and evangelization.  Its scope includes outreach to parish members, the local community and international community. Stephen’s Ministry VALER кракен маркет тор kraken darknet onion We Care - [Weekly Bulletin](https://olassumption.net/weekly-bulletin/): March 2026 Bulletin 3.01.26 Portuguese Bulletin 3.01.26 Bulletin 3.08.26 Portuguese Bulletin 3.08.26 Bulletin 3.15.26 Portuguese Bulletin 3.15.26 Bulletin 3.22.26 Portuguese Bulletin 3.22.26 Bulletin 3.29.26 Portuguese Bulletin 3.29.26 February 2026 Bulletin 2.01.26 Portuguese Bulletin 2.01.26 Bulletin 2.08.26 Portuguese Bulletin 2.08.26 Bulletin 2.15.26 Portuguese Bulletin 2.15.26 Bulletin 2.22.26 Portuguese Bulletin 2.22.26 January 2026 Bulletin 1.04.26 Portuguese Bulletin 1.04.26 Bulletin 1.11.26 Portuguese Bulletin 1.11.26 Bulletin 1.18.26 Portuguese Bulletin 1.18.26 Bulletin 1.25.26 Portuguese Bulletin 1.25.26 December 2025 Bulletin 12.07.25 Portuguese Bulletin 12.07.25 Bulletin 12.14.25 Portuguese Bulletin 12.14.25 Bulletin 12.21.25 Portuguese Bulletin 12.21.25 Bulletin 12.28.25 Portuguese Bulletin 12.28.25 November 2025 Bulletin 11.02.25 Portuguese Bulletin 11.02.25 […] - [Social Justice](https://olassumption.net/social-justice/) - [Calendar](https://olassumption.net/calendar/) - [The Sacraments](https://olassumption.net/sacraments/): BAPTISM Holy Baptism is the basis of the whole Christian life, the gateway to life in the Spirit, and the door which gives access to the other sacraments. Details >> RECONCILIATION The Sacrament of Reconciliation is one of the most unique and beautiful aspects of Catholicism. Details >>   EUCHARIST The celebration of the Eucharist, bread and wine become the Body and Blood of Jesus Christ through the power of the Holy Spirit. Details >> CONFIRMATION The sacrament of Confirmation is necessary for the completion of baptismal grace.  Details >> MATRIMONY Marriage is both a natural institution and a sacred […] - [Formation Programs](https://olassumption.net/programs-groups/): Catechism Confirmation Youth Group RCIA Vacation Bible School Retreats and Missions - [Home Page](https://olassumption.net/): Our Lady of Assumption Youtube Channel Portuguese Bulletin 3.29.26 Bulletin 3.29.26   Mass Schedule  _______________________________________________________     Monday, Tuesday, Thursday +9 AM Portuguese     Wednesday +6 PM English   Friday +6:30 PM Bilingual     Saturday +5:30 PM English Vigil   Sunday +9:30 AM English +11:15 AM Portuguese +1:30 PM Traditional Latin Mass +6 PM English     Confession Schedule _______________________________________________________ Thursdays 7 PM – 8 PM  First Friday 9:30 AM First Saturday 9 AM –10 AM Monthly during ARMEE 7 PM   Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament _______________________________________________________ Thursdays 9:30 AM— 9 PM First Church First Friday 9:30 AM – 5:30 PM […] [comment]: # (Generated by Hostinger Tools Plugin)