The Most Reverend Michael C. Barber, SJ

Welcome to the Diocese of Oakland, and to the vibrant Catholic communities of Alameda and Contra Costa counties. 

Please join us in all the celebrations and ministries the Diocese offers. Our Diocese is a place of prayer where we embody the corporal and spiritual works of mercy, strengthen parishioners' Sunday experience, and form Missionary Disciples. 

May our patroness, Our Lady Queen of the World, help us to follow our Lord in a spirit of justice, mercy and love.

Yours sincerely in Christ,
 
The Most Reverend Michael C. Barber, SJ
Bishop of Oakland