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Faith & ValuesHoly Family Catholic Church, the newest parish in the Stockton diocese, held its first Masses on Sunday in its new church at 4212 Dale Rd. in Modesto.
The parish, established in 2006, is made up of 675 families in north Modesto and Salida. The congregation had been meeting in a school cafeteria and will be leasing the property for five years.
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Friday begins the worldwide Islamic celebration of Eid al-Adha (pronounced "eed ul ud-ha"), or the Festival of Sacrifice.
During the four-day holiday, which falls during the hajj, or pilgrimage to Mecca, Muslims will attend a service that begins with a special chant glorifying God. A prayer and a lecture follow, along with a meal that includes a sacrificed animal, often a lamb.It's the Muslim holiday most like Christmas, said Ahmad Kayello, imam of Modesto's Islamic Center. During the holiday, children will dress in their best clothes and visit relatives, who will give them money that the youngsters will use to buy bicycles or other fun items.
Deep in the heart of Vatican City, Cuban-born Roman Catholic theologian Miguel H. Diaz has managed to find an Italian version of a sandwich that reminds him of home: pan con lechon.
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EL CONCILIO COMMUNITY CENTER — Binational Health Faire will be held Oct. 4 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Hanshaw Middle School in Modesto. This community health fair will provide free services to the public, including medical, dental, acupuncture, diabetes screening, mammograms, mental health education, community resources, health workshops, activities, fun and prizes. Volunteers 16 and older are needed to assist with event setup/cleanup, registration, directing patients, child care, refreshments, and most especially Spanish/English interpreters to assist physicians with patient contact. Medical, dental and vision professionals are also needed to provide medical services. Shifts are available between 7 a.m. and 5 p.m. STANISLAUS SHADE TREE PARTNERSHIP — The Bob Schmal Memorial Tree Planting will take place on Oct. 3 in the Weed and Seed Neighborhood to honor his memory. Individuals and groups are needed to plant 124 trees at designated locations throughout this West Modesto neighborhood. Volunteers will meet at 8 a.m. at Marshall Park in Modesto and are asked to bring shovels, gloves, and water. Volunteers of all ages are welcome, but youth under the age of 16 years will need to be accompanied by an adult. Deadline to register is Sept. 28. An additional tree planting is scheduled for Oct. 17 in the Airport Neighborhood. The Stanislaus Shade Tree Partnership is a collaboration between the Greater Modesto Tree Foundation, Modesto Irrigation District, Paradise South Weed and Seed, Stanislaus County Sheriff Department and other community organizations.More Lend a Hand Headlines
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