Synod Gathering
Opening Session
October 11-13, 2004
St. Isadore Parish, Yuba City
More than 400 Synod
members of the Roman Catholic Diocese of Sacramento “journeyed together” for
the Diocese’s third Synod in its history. Convening in Yuba
City’s St. Isidore Church, members participated in this sacred
gathering to offer assistance to the diocesan bishop, Most Reverend William
K. Weigand. 
Many were inspired by the peacefulness and prayerful atmosphere,
and genuine respect that was evident through the proceedings.
After three days of prayer, reflection, dialogue and discernment, members brought forth seven recommendations for Bishop Weigand’s consideration:
Prayer Contest
Over 500 students entered a writing contest and composed Synod prayers at the Invitation of the Diocesan Pastoral Council. Here, we share the eight winning prayers of students conveying the faith journey in Christ.
In grateful appreciation
As a token of appreciation, Bishop Weigand and Auxiliary Bishop Richard Garcia presented Synod members with Andrei Rublev’s icon of the Holy Trinity.
Members also were given The Trinity Crucifix medal in mass quantities to bring home to their respective parish communities. The Crucifix, likewise, is a gift to all the people of the Diocese of Sacramento, commemorating the Bishops’ Ad Limina visit to Rome in May 2004.