About St. Timothy · Morro Bay, California
St. Timothy Catholic Church in Morro Bay, California, is a joyful and welcoming Catholic community dedicated to loving, serving, and witnessing the gospels of Christ. Founded as a parish within the Diocese of Monterey, it offers a range of ministries, faith formation, and sacramental services for all ages. The parish is led by Pastor Rev. Gabriel Okafor, who was appointed in October 2021, and is known for its active outreach, including Eucharistic visits to the homebound and care centers, and a vibrant Hispanic community ministry. The parish welcomes all, offering Mass in English and live-streamed on YouTube.
- Patron
- St. Timothy
- Rector
- Rev. Gabriel Okafor
- Diocese
- Diocese of Monterey
Why belong here
Join St. Timothy’s to be part of a community that actively serves through ministries like Eucharistic visits to care centers and homebound parishioners, faith study groups, and liturgical ministries for youth and adults. The parish offers inclusive worship, Spanish-language ministry, and a warm, welcoming environment for all ages and backgrounds.
Mass times at St. Timothy
Adoration times
- 6/26 at 8:30am
Our Pastor
Rev. Gabriel Okafor, born in Nigeria and ordained in 2017, was appointed pastor in October 2021. He completed his theological studies in California and previously served at Madonna del Sasso and the Old Mission San Luis Obispo.
Ministries
The parish offers a wide range of ministries including Eucharistic visits, liturgical ministries, youth and adult involvement, and outreach to the homebound and care centers.
- Eucharist for Bayside Care Center and Casa de Flores
- Eucharist for the Homebound
- Faith Study
- Hispanic Community
- Liturgical Eucharistic Ministry and Lectors
- Altar Servers
- Choir
- Knights of Columbus Council #5175
- Women’s Guild
- Maintenance
- Stewardship/Resource/Fundraising
- Beatitude (Funerals)
Faith Formation
The parish offers religious education and faith study groups for all ages, with training provided for liturgical ministries and youth involvement.
Sacraments
The parish offers sacraments, though specific details are not listed on the site.
Pastors & rectors through the years
- Rev. Gabriel OkaforOctober 2021 – present
Appointed as New Pastoral Administrator by Bishop Daniel Garcia.