By Malie Hudson

 On April 7 at the J.W. Marriot Desert Springs Resort and Spa in Palm Desert, Bishop Gerald Barnes will recognize seven individuals with his Amar Es Entregarse Award. 

 The award is given to individuals or groups who embody Bishop Barnes’ episcopal motto Amar Es Entregarse, “Love is the total giving of one self.” This two-part series profiles these extraordinary individuals. 

By Sister Cathy White, S.P.

 The sad and disturbing story of the Turpin children—severely neglected and abused for years before being discovered in their Perris home in January—has been a moment of reckoning for many, especially those in the ministries related to child protection. This international story occurred right here in our Diocese.

 Below are the Lenten Penance services within the Diocese of San Bernardino. All services begin at 7:00 p.m. unless indicated.

By Sister Marilu Covani, S.P.

 It is Lent, and our Diocese once again is spiritually journeying toward the Holy Triduum when we celebrate the death and Resurrection of our Lord Jesus Christ. Our Missionary Disciples have also continued their journey in the process of the V Encuentro.

By Marge Bitetti

CORONA—Imagine a single celebration as momentous as Thanksgiving, Christmas, New Year’s and your birthday rolled into one.

Sister Patricia Phillips, S.H.C.J.
60 years

 Sr. Patricia Phillips, a Sister of the Holy Child Jesus, was born in Hannibal, Missouri—like Mark Twain! She received her education in Waukegan, Illinois, where she came to know the Sisters and was attracted to the Community by their joyful spirit and hospitality.