Santa Maria

Santa Maria Parish is a Roman Rite Catholic church located in Orinda, California, within the Diocese of Oakland. The parish is named after Saint Mary, the mother of Jesus Christ. She is venerated as the Theotokos, or God-bearer, and is a central figure in Christian theology. Mary lived in the 1st century AD and is the patroness of numerous causes, including all humanity and the Catholic Church. The parish offers eight Masses weekly, including three Masses celebrated on Sundays. Confession is available at one scheduled time per week. Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament is not currently listed in the provided schedule.