It is the responsibility of the Office of Divine Worship to assist the Bishop in his role as principal liturgist of the Diocese by addressing liturgical matters on the diocesan level and recommending policy, practice, and catechesis in the area of worship and sacramental life in cooperation with various diocesan departments. The Office provides guidance so that developmental steps may be taken to lead the faithful to a full, conscious, and active participation in the liturgical life of the Church. The office assists in providing liturgical education and formation for parish liturgical and musical leaders and liturgical ministers and provides consultative services in the area of liturgy including clarification of liturgical law and rubric requirements. It provides workshops, lectures, practical training and other educational resources for clergy and other parish ministers. The Office also provides consultation and education for the building and renovating of worship space.
Staff
Very Rev. Rafael Partida, E.V., Director
Email: rpartida@sbdiocese.org
Ruben Gilbert, Associate Director
Email: rgilbert@sbdiocese.org
Phone: (909) 475-5338
John Koss, Associate Director
Email: jkoss@sbdiocese.org
Phone: (909) 475-5340
Melissa Torres, Administrative Secretary
Email: melissatorres@sbdiocese.org
Phone: (909)475-5337
