Welcome!

Welcome to Saint Thomas the Apostle Catholic Church and Parish School in Oroville, California, and our mission church, Saint Anthony of Padua, in Challenge, California.  We have served the Greater Oroville area since 1857, becoming part of the Diocese of Sacramento in 1886. We are glad you are here.

THE MENS MINISTRY: Host the Coffee Hour this Sunday from 9:00 am. to 10:00 am. in Saint Thomas School Fitzgerald Hall.

APRIL IS CHILD ABUSE PREVENTION MONTH: The Catholic Church is absolutely committed to the safety of children. Together, we can make a promise to protect and a pledge to heal. Learn More Here

DAILY READINGS FOR: April 2024

The Meaning of Jesus as the Vine

Transcript: The Meaning of Jesus as the Vine

Special Requests

SICK CALL/HOME VISIT REQUEST: If you or someone you know is in need of a sick call or home visit, click here for a fillable electronic form. This form may also be found in the church vestibule and Parish Office.

SOLICITUD DE LLAMADA POR ENFERMEDAD/VISI TA A DOMICILIO:   Si usted o alguien que conoce necesita una llamada medica o una visita a domicilio, haga clic aquí para formulario electrónico rellenaste. Este forma también se puede encontrar en el vestíbulo de la iglesia y en la Oficina Parroquial.

MASS INTENTIONS:   If you wish to have your intentions offered up at Mass, please contact the Parish Office at 530-533-0262.

MISSION STATEMENT: Under the guidance of the Holy Spirit, we, the church, answer the call of Christ to be a visible sign of His presence by participating in Scripture and Sacraments, Worship and Prayer, Spiritual and Academic Education, Evangelization and Witnessing, Service and Charity, Fellowship, and Community. Through our words and actions with our universal community of believers, we strive to share the love of God with the greater Oroville community and throughout the world.