“No matter what they’ve done, I believe everyone deserves redemption,” says Cienna Silvia, program manager for Exodus Project, Solano. “They deserve the chance to ask for help and seek assistance,” she continues, referring to the formerly incarcerated who may opt to access Exodus Project services to help them reintegrate into community life.

Cienna’s heart seems naturally inclined to show mercy and compassion toward men and women who have been in jail or prison, or those about to be released. This mercy flows from her understanding that, despite their pasts, there can always be future stories filled with help and hope. 

With faith in the Risen Lord, the Roman Catholic Diocese of Sacramento announces the death of Deacon Pedro Manriquez, who entered eternal life on May 5, 2026, at the age of 96.

Ordained to the diaconate in 1987, Deacon Manriquez faithfully served the Diocese of Sacramento for more than 36 years through his ministry and dedication to the people of God.

Please pray for the eternal repose of his soul and for the consolation of his family, friends and all who mourn his passing.

Vigil 

May 26, 2026
5:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
St. Anne Parish

Funeral Liturgy

May 27, 2026
2:00 p.m.
St. Anne Parish
Presided by Most Rev. Rey Bersabal
 

Noise has become a regular part of modern life. Car horns, radios turned-up and constant phone notifications keep us busy and moving. But at St. Lawrence Parish, the priests and religious sisters encourage a quieter rhythm — one that listens for Christ’s heartbeat. For the priests, religious and lay people who belong to Pro Ecclesia Sancta (PES), that heartbeat is the foundation for their mission.