Alexis was received into the Roman Catholic Church this last Easter Vigil, 4/19/25. The Vigil is held in the evening after the Sun has set and it is completely dark. He was baptized at a young age, but did not complete his sacraments of initiation (Confirmation & First Eucarist). Alexis entered the Christian Initiation process here at the Cathedral of the Blessed Sacrament after Pentecost of 2024.
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We begin 2025 with a discussion between Lisa Cooper and me. I got to know Lisa because we sing in the choir together. Her father, Don, and I sat next to each other for years and became friends. For over 30 years she worked, mostly behind the scenes, at Capital Public Radio.
I hope you are as blessed as I have been as you listen to her journey of faith.
Let’s Talk Parish is co-produced by Rex Rallanka, Titi Kila, and Chris Jensen.
The theme music is “Live and Be Happy” by Valentina Gribanova.
Our host is Chris Jensen.
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Peggy Oakden is our guest for this episode. She has been a parishioner for 15 years and is very active in parish life. Currently, she is the team leader for Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion. There is a new ministry on the horizon at the cathedral which we will learn about during our conversation. You will often meet Peggy on the steps of the cathedral greeting people as they arrive for Mass on Sunday mornings.
Let’s Talk Parish is co-produced by Rex Rallanka, Titi Kila, and Chris Jensen.
The theme music is “Live and Be Happy” by Valentina Gribanova.
Our host is Chris Jensen.
If you would like to call us and leave a comment or a suggestion, the phone # to leave a message is 916.545.5376.
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A special thanks goes to the Very Reverend, Father Michael O’Reilly, Rector of the Cathedral of the Blessed Sacrament.
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Gabriella has recently returned to practicing her Catholic faith after many years of being away. A couple of ago, Gabriella joined the Choir at the Cathedral of the Blessed Sacrament. In July of this year she attended the National Eucharistic Congress in Indianapolis, Indiana. You can hear about that event in the previous episode.
Let’s Talk Parish is co-produced by Rex Rallanka, Titi Kila, and Chris Jensen.
The theme music is “Live and Be Happy” by Valentina Gribanova.
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If you would like to call us and leave a comment or a suggestion, the phone # to leave a message is 916.545.5376.
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A special thanks goes to the Very Reverend, Father Michael O’Reilly, Rector of the Cathedral of the Blessed Sacrament.
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In this episode we hear from Donna Pineda, Suzanne Haendel, Gabriella Bargellini, and Dorothy Corgiat. These four parishioners attended the National Eucharistic Congress in Indianapolis, Indiana in July, 2024. They share with us their experiences, and the message given them to share with us.
Here are some links referenced during our conversation.
https://www.eucharisticrevival.org/walk-with-onehttps://cdn.prod.website-files.com/626afca9aa56ce4dd046dd56/665782a766153341d794065f_walkWithOne.pdfhttps://cdn.prod.website-files.com/626afca9aa56ce4dd046dd56/665782eb2e79bf45d9508d85_eucharisticExamen_quote.pdf
Relevant Radio has all the talks from the Congress at: https://relevantradio.com/national-eucharistic-congress/
Let’s Talk Parish is co-produced by Rex Rallanka, Titi Kila, and Chris Jensen.
The theme music is “Live and Be Happy” by Valentina Gribanova.
Our host is Chris Jensen.
If you would like to call us and leave a comment or a suggestion, the phone # to leave a message is 916.545.5376.
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A special thanks goes to the Very Reverend, Father Michael O’Reilly, Rector of the Cathedral of the Blessed Sacrament.
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Paula has been a practicing Catholic all her life. She normally attends the 10am Mass on Sundays.
Let’s Talk Parish is co-produced by Rex Rallanka, Titi Kila, and Chris Jensen.
The theme music is “Live and Be Happy” by Valentina Gribanova.
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If you would like to call us and leave a comment or a suggestion, the phone # to leave a message is 916.545.5376.
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A special thanks goes to the Very Reverend, Father Michael O’Reilly, Rector of the Cathedral of the Blessed Sacrament.
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We did an episode with the Stream Team during our first season (episodes 7 & 8). Since there are new members, we thought it was time to chat with them again. The Stream Team is the people who make our Mass Livestream happen. This time I am chatting with 5 of the team members, 3 were not able to attend. They are Elizabeth, Titi, Mary, Shauna (I hope I spelled her name correctly), and Santana.
Let’s Talk Parish is co-produced by Rex Rallanka, Titi Kila, and Chris Jensen.
The theme music is “Live and Be Happy” by Valentina Gribanova.
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A special thanks goes to the Very Reverend, Father Michael O’Reilly, Rector of the Cathedral of the Blessed Sacrament.
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I met Sergio a year or so ago when he began his Rite of Christian Initiation for Adults journey. He would find my offbeat humor funny, and we became friends. But, as it normally goes, we rarely had a chance to really share our lives. Sergio teaches at Christian Brothers High School, and is an Extraordinary Minister of Holy Communion. He also coaches Volleyball, but we didn’t get to talk much about that.
Let’s Talk Parish is co-produced by Rex Rallanka, Titi Kila, and Chris Jensen.
The theme music is “Live and Be Happy” by Valentina Gribanova.
Our host is Chris Jensen.
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A special thanks goes to the Very Reverend, Father Michael O’Reilly, Rector of the Cathedral of the Blessed Sacrament.
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Every once in a while I get a chance to sit down and chat with someone I only recently met. That’s the case with this episode. After meeting Luke and Jordan I quickly wanted them to sit down and record an episode. I’m sure glad they did.
Let’s Talk Parish is co-produced by Rex Rallanka, Titi Kila, and Chris Jensen.
The theme music is “Live and Be Happy” by Valentina Gribanova.
Our host is Chris Jensen.
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A special thanks goes to the Very Reverend, Father Michael O’Reilly, Rector of the Cathedral of the Blessed Sacrament.
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In this episode we meet Maria Balakshin. Maria wears many hats at the Cathedral. She is on the Pastoral Parish Council, she staffs the front desk, a couple of times a week, at the cathedral offices and she works closely with Father Michael O’Reilly on the Stewardship Advisors.
Let’s Talk Parish is co-produced by Rex Rallanka, Titi Kila, and Chris Jensen.
The theme music is “Live and Be Happy” by Valentina Gribanova.
Our host is Chris Jensen.
Please subscribe to the podcast so you don’t miss any episodes.
A special thanks goes to the Very Reverend, Father Michael O’Reilly, Rector of the Cathedral of the Blessed Sacrament.
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Let’s Talk Parish is co-produced by Rex Rallanka, Titi Kila, and Chris Jensen.
The theme music is “Live and Be Happy” by Valentina Gribanova.
Our host is Chris Jensen.
Please subscribe to the podcast so you don’t miss any episodes.
A special thanks goes to the Very Reverend, Father Michael O’Reilly, Rector of the Cathedral of the Blessed Sacrament.
The Cathedral appreciates your financial support. Please consider giving online as we continue our ministry via the Internet. Click https://secure.etransfer.com/CathBles... to donate.
There are many people that operate behind the scenes at our parish. Without them we could not function properly. One of these people is Deacon Gary Brys. He is our Business Manager. Although he is not technically a parishioner (he is a deacon at St. Rose of Lima Parish in Roseville, CA) he is very much a part of our parish.
In our first episode of the fourth season, we visit with Manolito Jaldon. Manolito is a lector here at the Cathedral of the Blessed Sacrament, and also is employed at Christian Brothers High School in Sacramento.
Our guests for this episode are Steve and Karen Nikos-Rose. Steve and Karen are both choristers for the Cathedral Choir. Karen works in media relations and has before that worked as a journalist. Besides singing tenor in the choir, Steve is the music leader and a catechist for the Cathedrals Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults team.
Let’s Talk Parish is co-produced by Rex Rallanka, Titi Kila, and Chris Jensen.
The theme music is “Live and Be Happy” by Valentina Gribanova.
Our host is Chris Jensen.
If you would like to call us and leave a comment or a suggestion, the phone # to leave a message is 916.545.5376.
Please subscribe to the podcast so you don’t miss any episodes.
A special thanks goes to the Very Reverend, Father Michael O’Reilly, Rector of the Cathedral of the Blessed Sacrament.
The Cathedral appreciates your financial support. Please consider giving online as we continue our ministry via the Internet. Click https://secure.etransfer.com/CathBles... to donate.
Andrea Martin-Borges is the lead person for the Welcoming Team at the Cathedral. She has a vibrant faith, a love of God and God’s people. Although she lives in Winters, CA, she has become a vital member of our parish family. You most likely will find her welcoming people for our 10:00 AM Mass.
Let’s Talk Parish is co-produced by Rex Rallanka, Titi Kila, and Chris Jensen.
The theme music is “Live and Be Happy” by Valentina Gribanova.
Our host is Chris Jensen.
If you would like to call us and leave a comment or a suggestion, the phone # to leave a message is 916.545.5376.
Please subscribe to the podcast so you don’t miss any episodes.
A special thanks goes to the Very Reverend, Father Michael O’Reilly, Rector of the Cathedral of the Blessed Sacrament.
The Cathedral appreciates your financial support. Please consider giving online as we continue our ministry via the Internet. Click https://secure.etransfer.com/CathBles... to donate.
There are many people that work in the Rectory to support the life of the parish, and Victoria Ramos is one of them. It’s a behind the scenes kind of work with little recognition. Join us as we talk about her faith journey, and learn about some of the things she does for the parish.
Let’s Talk Parish is co-produced by Rex Rallanka, Titi Kila, and Chris Jensen.
The theme music is “Live and Be Happy” by Valentina Gribanova.
Our host is Chris Jensen.
If you would like to call us and leave a comment or a suggestion, the phone # to leave a message is 916.545.5376.
Please subscribe to the podcast so you don’t miss any episodes.
A special thanks goes to the Very Reverend, Father Michael O’Reilly, Rector of the Cathedral of the Blessed Sacrament.
The Cathedral appreciates your financial support. Please consider giving online as we continue our ministry via the Internet. Click https://secure.etransfer.com/CathBles... to donate.
Meet Reggie King. Although baptized Catholic 40 days after he was born, he left Catholicism to practice Christianity as a Protestant. Join us as he talks about his journey of faith, and how he returned to Catholicism.
Let’s Talk Parish is co-produced by Rex Rallanka, Titi Kila, and Chris Jensen.
The theme music is “Live and Be Happy” by Valentina Gribanova.
Our host is Chris Jensen.
If you would like to call us and leave a comment or a suggestion, the phone # to leave a message is 916.545.5376.
Please subscribe to the podcast so you don’t miss any episodes.
A special thanks goes to the Very Reverend, Father Michael O’Reilly, Rector of the Cathedral of the Blessed Sacrament.
The Cathedral appreciates your financial support. Please consider giving online as we continue our ministry via the Internet. Click https://secure.etransfer.com/CathBles... to donate.
It’s always a delight to talk with a person recently baptized. At the Easter Vigil, 2021, Lauro Aquila was baptized and confirmed. Lauro was in his 60’s. He was raised in the Salvation Army Church, was affiliated with other Christian denominations, but had never been baptized. Join us on this journey of faith and music, and airplanes.
Let’s Talk Parish is co-produced by Rex Rallanka, Titi Kila, and Chris Jensen.
The theme music is “Live and Be Happy” by Valentina Gribanova.
Our host is Chris Jensen.
If you would like to call us and leave a comment or a suggestion, the phone # to leave a message is 916.545.5376.
Please subscribe to the podcast so you don’t miss any episodes.
A special thanks goes to the Very Reverend, Father Michael O’Reilly, Rector of the Cathedral of the Blessed Sacrament.
The Cathedral appreciates your financial support. Please consider giving online as we continue our ministry via the Internet. Click https://secure.etransfer.com/CathBles... to donate.
The renovation of the Cathedral of the Blessed Sacrament took place under the watchful eye of Monsignor James Murphy. After being ordained a priest in Ireland, he came directly to the Diocese of Sacramento. Join us as we learn about this very interesting life and what new books he has been working on.
Let’s Talk Parish is co-produced by Rex Rallanka, Titi Kila, and Chris Jensen.
The theme music is “Live and Be Happy” by Valentina Gribanova.
Our host is Chris Jensen.
If you would like to call us and leave a comment or a suggestion, the phone # to leave a message is 916.545.5376.
Please subscribe to the podcast so you don’t miss any episodes.
A special thanks goes to the Very Reverend, Father Michael O’Reilly, Rector of the Cathedral of the Blessed Sacrament.
The Cathedral appreciates your financial support. Please consider giving online as we continue our ministry via the Internet. Click https://secure.etransfer.com/CathBles... to donate.
This is something different. I sat down with Bob and Cynthia Meyers. Bob has been a parishioner since 2005 and you can meet him in front of the Cathedral on a Sunday morning greeting people and handing out worship aids. His wife, Cynthiia, is an Episcopalian. Join us as we talk about their journeys of faith, and how it all fits together.
Let’s Talk Parish is co-produced by Rex Rallanka, Titi Kila, and Chris Jensen.
The theme music is “Live and Be Happy” by Valentina Gribanova.
Our host is Chris Jensen.
If you would like to call us and leave a comment or a suggestion, the phone # to leave a message is 916.545.5376.
Please subscribe to the podcast so you don’t miss any episodes.
A special thanks goes to the Very Reverend, Father Michael O’Reilly, Rector of the Cathedral of the Blessed Sacrament.
The Cathedral appreciates your financial support. Please consider giving online as we continue our ministry via the Internet. Click https://secure.etransfer.com/CathBles... to donate.
Kendal Hicks has been a parishioner at the Cathedral of the Blessed Sacrament for a little over a year. She grew up in Quincy, CA and has been a lifelong Catholic. Kendal is part of the Welcoming Team and you may get a greeting from her if you participate in the 10 am Sunday Mass.
Let’s Talk Parish is co-produced by Rex Rallanka, Titi Kila, and Chris Jensen.
The theme music is “Live and Be Happy” by Valentina Gribanova.
Our host is Chris Jensen.
If you would like to call us and leave a comment or a suggestion, the phone # to leave a message is 916.545.5376.
Please subscribe to the podcast so you don’t miss any episodes.
A special thanks goes to the Very Reverend, Father Michael O’Reilly, Rector of the Cathedral of the Blessed Sacrament.
The Cathedral appreciates your financial support. Please consider giving online as we continue our ministry via the Internet. Click https://secure.etransfer.com/CathBles... to donate.