Wasn’t it just yesterday that the first mass was celebrated here? Welcome to Corpus Christi Catholic Church a vibrant community in the heart of San Diego. This wasn’t always the case. Corpus Christi Catholic Parish began its journey on September 1 1984. The first pastor Reverend Stephen G Dunn held early services at the Bonita Golf Club. Imagine the incongruity of holy mass on a golf course. Then the parish found a temporary home at Good Shepard Episcopal Church. The parishioners fondly nicknamed their next location Holy Hardware a former hardware store. It wasn’t until 1989 that the congregation broke ground for a permanent home. This building that stands before you. The construction was quite an undertaking. Deacon Jim Hitch one of the founding members recalled the challenges of not having a permanent home. The growth of Corpus Christi was remarkable. Starting with fewer than 200 families it expanded to 800 by 1989. The first mass in this beautiful church took place on Christmas Eve 1990. The church is more than just a building. It’s a place of faith a place of community. It celebrated its 25th anniversary in 2009. A new Parish Hall was built a testament to the community’s enduring spirit. The new Parish Hall opened in 2011. A preschool followed soon after. Today Corpus Christi continues to thrive offering a full range of ministries and spiritual programs. It is a beacon of faith in San Diego. It represents a long journey from temporary services to this magnificent place of worship. Take a moment to reflect on the rich history of Corpus Christi Catholic Church. Feel the warmth of its community its enduring spirit. This is more than just a building. It is a living testament to faith hope and love.
Sweetwater River
From high in the Cuyamaca Mountains, the Sweetwater River begins its journey. It’s a 55-mile trek to the Pacific, a