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Historic Missions in the Diocese of San Diego |
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Information courtesy of
The Southern Cross
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Today: The mission is an active parish, administered by priests from the Diocese of San Diego. Mass times in the old mission church are daily at 7 a.m. and 5:30 p.m.; Sundays at 7, 8, 10, 11, noon and 5:30 p.m. The Sacrament of Reconciliation is offered Sat. 4-5 and at 6:30 p.m. How to Get There: From Interstate 8 take Mission Gorge Rd. north to Twain, turn left on Twain: it will become San Diego Mission Rd. The mission is on the left. What's Nearby: Qualcom Stadium, Mission Valley, Old Town |
Location: History: California's first mission. Established in 1769 by Father Junipero Serra, it was moved to its current location in 1774. Father Luis Jayme was martyred there in 1775. Times Open: Self-guided tours from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Donation: adults $2; seniors and students $1; children under 12, 50 cents. (619) 283-7319 What to See and Do: Take taped, self-guided tour of grounds. Church features include original bricks in flooring, missionary-style altar drapes. |
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Location: Fort Yuma, California History: The first mission at Ft. Yuma was named Purísima Concepción, established in 1780. It became a U.S. military outpost in the 19th century and was revived as an active mission again in 1919. The current church, St. Thomas Indian Mission, was dedicated in 1923. Times Open: The mission is closed during the week, but staff will accept visitors who make arrangements beforehand by calling (760) 572-0283. |
Today: The mission is San Diego's eastern-most parish. Mass times are Sat. 4:30 and Sun. 9:30 a.m. June-Sept., otherwise 10:30 a.m. Reconciliation is Sat. 3:30-4:30 p.m. How to Get There: Take Interstate 8 almost to the Arizona border, after the check station turn off on Winterhaven. Turn left on 4th Ave. When you come to a sign that reads "To Bard," turn right. At the fork in the road go right. Turn left at the dead end and you will come to the church. |
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Today: The historic mission adjoins the Mission San Luis Rey Parish and is a center for education and retreats staffed by the Franciscans. Mass is celebrated in the old mission church on Sat. at 5:30. Daily Mass is in the parish chapel at 7:30 a.m. and 12:10 p.m. Sun. Masses are 7 a.m., in the Parish Chapel; Masses in the parish center are 8 and 10 a.m., noon (Spanish) and 5 p.m. Reconciliation on Sat. 4-5 p.m. Location: 4050 Mission Avenue in Oceanside |
History: The "King of the Missions," the 18th of California's 21 missions, was founded in 1798. It reigned above the other missions in terms of size, productivity and population. Times Open: Open daily from 9:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. The tour costs $3 for adults and children 14 and older, $1 for children 8-14. Under 8 free. How to Get There: Take Interstate 5 north to Route 76 (not 78) east. Go 4 miles and make a left on Ranch Del Oro. You'll come to the historic mission's front door. |
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Location: Pala Mission Road in the area of Palomar Mountain History: Founded in 1816 as an "asistencia" (sub-mission) to the Mission San Luis Rey. Visitors see the same stone floor, roof tiles, and adobe walls that were put in place more than 180 years ago. Times Open: The museum is open Tues. through Sun. from 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Suggested offering is $2. |
Today: Pala Mission still ministers to the Native American population. Daily Mass is 7 a.m., Sat. 5 p.m., Sun. 8:30 and 11:30 a.m. Reconciliation on Sat. at 4:30 p.m. How to Get There: Take Interstate 15 North to Hwy 76 East. Follow the road to the mission. |
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Today: It is a parish of the Diocese of San Diego which still serves Native Americans as well as others. Mass is on Sat. at 4 p.m., on Sun. at 9 a.m. Reconciliation on Sat. 3:30 p.m. How to Get There: Take Hwy 78 toward Julian. Turn left at Hwy 79 (at Dudley's). Mission is 1.5 miles on right. |
Location: 23013 Highway 79, Santa Ysabel History: This "asistencia" (sub-mission) to Mission San Diego was founded in 1818. Times Open: Museum and hall: daily, 8 a.m.-4 p.m. Labor Day until Memorial Day, 5:30 p.m. closing for summer. Gift shop is open daily. |
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