Your Stories

A Ministry of Transformation
When I was formally welcomed to the Diocese of San José, Msgr. Fran Cilia mentioned to me, “Bishop McGrath was just like you 20 years ago.”
Anima Cara: Soul Friend
In Conversation with Monsignor Dan Whelton
A Life-Giving Presence
Fr. Chris Bennett Reflects on Bishop McGrath’s Care for the Sick and Sensitivity for the Marginalized
Shepherd of Inclusivity
Anne Grycz Reflects on Bishop PJ’s Inclusivity of the Laity

Before he was Bishop of San José
Your Life

A Steadfast Shepherd and Faithful Friend
Linda Tully, former Chancellor for the Diocese of San José, Reflects on PJ’s Episcopacy
Champion of Catholic Schools
Kathy Almazol and Vida Covington reflect on Bishop PJ’s Commitment to Catholic Education
40 Years A Catechist: Reflecting God’s Love
Speech Delivered at the St. Pius X Award Dinner May 25, 2023
A Model of God the Father’s Goodness
Father Sergio Ovando Reflects on Bishop McGrath as a Priestly Mentor

Twenty Years as Bishop of San Jose
Your Faith

Humor and Faith Until His Last Breath
Homily delivered by Fr. Brendan McGuire at Bishop McGrath’s Mass of Thanksgiving, Saint Frances of Cabrini Church, May 17, 2023
That All May be One
Monsignor Fran Cilia reflects on Bishop McGrath’s Commitment to Ecumenical Dialogue
Reflection on My Journey South
“What is it about ‘the south’ anyway?” No, not “the South” of the United States, but “the south” of the Archdiocese of San Francisco.
Grace From Covid
As a person filled with the fruits of the Holy Spirit, my mom knew how to nurture hope.
