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Our parish, Blessed Junipero Serra, commonly known as Padre Serra, was named after Father Junipero Serra. Father Serra, a Franciscan Friar from the Spanish island of Majorca, brought to our shores his motto which became our Parish Motto: Siempre Adelante, which means “Always Forward.” Father Serra established 21 missions along the seven hundred miles of the El Camino Real, from San Diego to Sonoma; including San Buenaventura mission fifteen miles to our north.
Padre Serra Parish was established by His Eminence Cardinal Roger Mahony on May 1, 1988, and appointed Father Liam Kidney Pastor. Our liturgies initially were celebrated in St. James Chapel of St. John’s Seminary College next door to our current church. Liturgies continued there until July 1, 1995 when our beautiful church was dedicated. Father Jarlath Dolan was appointed Pastor on February 1, 2000.
Our Courtyard
At Padre Serra Parish, the first thing we encounter as we approach the church is the magnificent courtyard. This initial gathering space makes visible the significance of coming together as a people for worship. Our courtyard is a place of welcome, a place of transition, a place for meeting others who have come for a common purpose.
