EMBRACE
A Catholic LGBTQ+ Ministry
DIOCESE OF SAN BERNARDINO
Welcome Bienvenidos
MISSION STATEMENT
OF THE EMBRACE MINISTRY LEADERSHIP
The Bishop's Commission of the Diocese of San Bernardino, listens to, accompanies, and supports LGBTQ+ persons and their families, friends, and allies on their faith journeys. As missionary disciples of Jesus Christ, we affirm that all are children of God, created in God's image, members of the body of Christ, and welcome in the Catholic Church.
NUESTRA MISIÓN
COMO LÍDERES MINISTERIALES
La Comisión Episcopal de la Diócesis de San Bernardino escucha, acompaña y apoya a las personas LGBTQ+ y sus familias, amigos y aliados en su jornada de fe. Como discípulos misioneros de Jesucristo, afirmamos que todos somos hijos de Dios, creados a imagen de Dios, miembros del cuerpo de Cristo y bienvenidos en la iglesia católica.
EVENTS
EVENTOS
Embrace Ministry holds fellowship meetings on Zoom and visit parishes throughout the six (6) vicariates in our diocese. During these events, we welcome ALL (minors must always be accompanied by parents/legal guardians), pray together, and engage in respectful dialogue, placing ourselves at the service of the faithful and parish communities for accompaniment and support.
Gifted and Called Ministries in our parishes also hold events specifically for adult LGBTQ+ persons. We share their events here as well.
El ministerio Embrace lleva a cabo encuentros/reuniones comunitarios a través de Zoom y visita parroquias en los seis (6) vicariatos de nuestra diócesis. Durante estos eventos, le damos la bienvenida a TODOS (los menores de edad deben de ser acompañados siempre por sus padres o tutores legales), oramos juntos y entablamos un diálogo respetuoso, poniéndonos al servicio de los fieles y las comunidades parroquiales para brindarles acompañamiento y apoyo.
Los ministerios de Dotados y Llamados cuales presentan su servicios en nuestras parroquias también realizan eventos específicamente para personas adultas LGBTQ+. Compartimos sus eventos aquí.
JUNE 11, 2025 - 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 P.m.
Gifted and Called Ministry Fellowship Meeting (in person)
This event is for adult LGBTQ+ persons only.
Location: St. Margaret Mary, 12686 Central Ave., Chino, CA 91710
For more information: gclgbtq@gmail.com (email) or (626) 533-8203 (call or text)​
JUNE 18, 2025 - Starts at 6:00 P.M.
Gifted and Called Ministry (in person): Ice Cream and Hot Dog Social
This event is for adult LGBTQ+ persons only.
Location: Our Lady of Guadalupe, 204 South Calle El Segundo, Palm Springs, CA 92262
For more information: giftedandcalled@LGBTQCatholics.faith (email) or (760) 537-1923
JUNE 25, 2025 - 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 P.m.
Gifted and Called Ministry Fellowship Meeting (in person)
This event is for adult LGBTQ+ persons only. Guest Speaker: Very Rev. David Andel, J.V.
Location: St. Margaret Mary, 12686 Central Ave., Chino, CA 91710
For more information: gclgbtq@gmail.com (email) or (626) 533-8203 (call or text)​
JUNE 28, 2025 - 10:30 A.M.(Mass & RECEPTION)
Embrace Ministry and Gifted & Called Ministries Pride Celebration (in person)
Location: St. John Bosco Mission, 28991 Merris Street, Highland, CA 92346
YOU, families, friends, and allies are warmly invited to celebrate Pride Month with a special Mass on Saturday, June 28, 2025, at 10:30 AM, celebrated by Very Rev. David Andel, JV. Following the Mass, we welcome everyone to stay for a reception in the parish hall, hosted by Embrace Ministry and the Gifted & Called parish ministries from Palm Springs, Fontana, and Chino. This gathering is an opportunity to connect, celebrate, and share in fellowship. Please feel free to extend this invitation to anyone who may be interested. All are welcome!
For more information: embrace@sbdiocese.org (email) or (909) 475-5377 (call) ~ FLYER HERE
Todos están cordialmente invitados a celebrar el Mes del Orgullo con nosotros en una Misa especial el sábado 28 de junio de 2025 a las 10:30 a. m., presidida por Rvdmo. David Andel, JV. Después de la Misa, los invitamos a quedarse para una recepción en el salón parroquial, organizada por Embrace Ministry y los ministerios parroquiales Gifted & Called de Palm Springs, Fontana y Chino. Será una oportunidad para compartir, celebrar y fortalecer la comunidad en un ambiente de fraternidad y alegría. Si conocen a alguien que pueda estar interesado, no duden en extenderles esta invitación. ¡Todos son bienvenidos! [VOLANTE AQUI]
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"Can Catholics celebrate Pride Month? Yes, and here’s why." article by James Martin, SJ,
published on June 1, 2024. (¿Pueden los católicos celebrar el Mes del Orgullo? Sí. - Lea el resumen de este artículo en español AQUÍ)
Can Catholics celebrate Pride Month? Yes, and here’s why. video by Outreach
SEPTEMBER 6, 2025 (Rome, Italy)
This Jubilee EVENT is for anyone interested. Our ministries in the Diocese of San Bernardino cannot afford to participate in this pilgrimage this year, but any pilgrim who can afford this trip can join other LGBTQ Catholics and allies at special Jubilee events organized by “La Tenda di Gionata,” an Italy-based LGBTQ Catholic organization, can participate in this official Jubilee celebration. If you are interested in traveling with Outreach, go HERE for more information. Or, you may independently contact La Tenda di Gionata to make arrangements. ​
ALL ARE WELCOME
TODOS SON BIENVENIDOS
We are a ministry that serves Catholics in the Diocese of San Bernardino who seek faith and spiritual support, accompaniment, and Catholic resources concerning LGBTQ+ issues. We promote respect, compassion, sensitivity, and inclusivity and emphasize the inherent dignity of all persons. We strive to provide a safe space for dialogue and welcome all who would like to learn more or simply have questions about this ministry that celebrates more than twenty-five years of service.
Somos un ministerio que sirve a los católicos de la Diócesis de San Bernardino que buscan apoyo en la fe y espiritualidad, acompañamiento y recursos católicos relacionados con temas LGBTQ+. Promovemos el respeto, la compasión, la sensibilidad y la inclusión y enfatizamos la dignidad inherente de todas las personas. Nos esforzamos por brindar un espacio seguro para el diálogo y le damos la bienvenida a todos aquellos que quieran aprender más o simplemente tengan preguntas sobre este ministerio que celebra más de veinticinco años de servicio.