“Following Jesus’ command in the gospel, St. Junípero Serra did not come to California bearing gold or silver, but rather to give the best gift of all: Jesus Christ and His saving Good News. Serra was the first to bring the Christian faith to this land. He fought against the abuses of the indigenous population by Spanish soldiers, even walking to Mexico City to advocate on their behalf. He made truly heroic sacrifices born of great suffering.”
– Archbishop CordileoneSt. Junípero Serra, Apostle of California, pray for us.
