About this Event
Experience God's Healing Grace at The Cathedral of Christ the Light This February 7, 2026!
A magnificent Mass celebrated by Bishop Michael Barber accompanied by the healing beauty of sacred music by the Benedict XVI Institute (and Oakland's own) Frank La Rocca. The Anointing of the Sick will be available. Come!
Background:
Pope John Paul II promulgated the World Day of the Sick on February 11, 1992. It is a way for believers to offer prayers for those suffering from illnesses. The day coincides with the commemoration of Our Lady of Lourdes and is a time for those who serve in Catholic health ministry to reflect on caring for those who are sick as well as those who provide care to them. The World Day of the Sick is a Signature Work of the Order of Malta.
The Cathedral of Christ the Light in Oakland will host their 18th annual World Day of the Sick featuring Messes des Malade created by award-winning composer Frank LaRocca, performend by the Cathedral of Christ the Light Choir conducted by Jeffrey Parola. EWTN will record the Mass and broadcast.
The Oakland Location of the Sovereign Military Hospitaller Order of Saint John of Jerusalem, of Rhodes and of Malta will combine forces to assist Bishop Michael C. Barber, SJ in offering the Mass for those seeking God’s grace and mercy. The poignant and ancient sacrament of the Anointing of the Sick will be offered to those suffering from illness and to their caretakers. Reception with light refreshments to follow at Order of Malta Clinic of Northern California.
What: A Mass for the World Day of the Sick, featuring Frank La Rocca's Messes des Malades, honoring our Lady of Lourdes.
When: Saturday, February 7, 2026, at 11 am.
Where: The Cathedral of Christ the Light, 2121 Harrison Street, Oakland CA 94612
All invited—especially all those suffering and caring for the sick, all those seeking God’s grace and a life filled with goodness, truth, and beauty.
Sponsored by the Order of Malta and the Benedict XVI Institute.
Listen below to the Messe des Malades in the past at the Cathedral.
Event Venue & Nearby Stays
The Cathedral of Christ the Light, 2121 Harrison Street, Oakland, United States
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