The first church under construction in the city of Los Angeles was erected somewhere in the immediate vicinity of what is now the corner of Cesar E. Chavez Boulevard (formerly Sunset Boulevard) and North Broadway Avenue. A 1,400 square foot chapel begun in 1784 continued in use until December 8, 1822 when the church on its present site was dedicated in honor of Our Lady Queen of Angels.
In the 1840s the church was extensively remodeled. The history of the old church buildings aptly represents a changing scenario. The story reflects the very dynamism of the Gospel as the sole reason for its existence. The reason for the change and restoration of these buildings has not been simply for aesthetics. Most importantly, these changes have been motivated by the needs of the people served.
Corral -nevarez
I was born in Carreras, Durango, on August 20, 1957. I am the son of Jose Corral and Ascension Nevarez. My brothers are Hermelinda, Taurino and Feliciano.
My father emigrated to the United States in the 40’s and worked half a year in the fields of Sacramento and the other half of the year working on their plots. My Mother was a housewife and secretary of the Catholic Action for many years. I had the joy of celebrating the 73rd anniversary of my parents’ marriage…
I was born in Carreras, Durango, on August 20, 1957. I am the son of Jose Corral and Ascension Nevarez. My brothers are Hermelinda, Taurino and Feliciano.
My father emigrated to the United States in the 40’s and worked half a year in the fields of Sacramento and the other half of the year working on their plots. My Mother was a housewife and secretary of the Catholic Action for many years. I had the joy of celebrating the 73rd anniversary of my parents’ marriage.
1980 I graduated as an Industrial Engineer in Chemistry from the Durango Institute of Technology and labor in the industrial area of synthetic resins. Enter 1984 the Institute of the Comboni Missionaries of the Sacred Heart of Jesus. I studied philosophy at the Pontifical University of Mexico; novitiate in Sahuayo, Michoacan and finally the Master of Theology from the University of Innsbruck in Austria. 1995-2007 pastoral work in the Diocese of Mexicali, Baja California and was ordained priest on December 26, 1998 for the Diocese of Mexicali by the hands of Bishop Jose Isidro Guerrero Macias.
I was responsible for the Social Pastoral and Caritas of the Diocese and Pastor of the Parish of San Jose Obrero. 2007-2015 I am currently incardinated in the Archdiocese of Los Angeles, I worked as a Pastor in the Parish of St. Thomas the Apostle in Los Angeles and now as Pastor of the Parish of Our Lady of Queen of Angels. Dean of Deaship 15.
I had three dreams: to be a priest, a soldier and a doctor. One thinks that everything is impossible, but the strength of God leads you to the paths so that you can achieve and fulfill your dreams. One can see in this story that nothing is impossible for God. In my book “My Three Dreams,” I wanted to capture my story, which may be similar to that of many who had physical disabilities and who have been able to succeed in life.
I was born in Quito, Ecuador on July 12, 1966. I am a writer and priest dedicated to the community and the evangelization of this parish.
I was ordained on June 29, 1998 and served as a priest in Los Angeles and Ecuador for a few years.
With a degree in theology, psychology, counseling, and life coaching, I have written a book entitled “My Three Dreams.”
I was ordained as a Priest in the Cathedral of Our Lady of Guadalupe in Monterrey N. L. Mexico on August, 15th 1998, arriving at the Archdiocese of Los Angeles on August, 29th 2007.
I’ve served in different parishes: Santa Rosa de Lima, City of Maywood. Saint Alphonsus and Saint Francis of Assisi in East Los Angeles. Angel Guardian, in the City of Pacoima. In Saint Helena, South Gate City. In San Matías…
I was ordained as a Priest in the Cathedral of Our Lady of Guadalupe in Monterrey N. L. Mexico on August, 15th 1998, arriving at the Archdiocese of Los Angeles on August, 29th 2007.
I’ve served in different parishes: Santa Rosa de Lima, City of Maywood. Saint Alphonsus and Saint Francis of Assisi in East Los Angeles. Angel Guardian, in the City of Pacoima. In Saint Helena, South Gate City. In San Matías, Huntington Park City. The Holy Family, City of Wilmington. Our Lady of Guadalupe, City of Guadalupe. San Antonio, City of Oxnard. Santa Ines, Los Angeles.
Currently, I am at the Our Lady Queen of Los Angeles Parish since February 2021.
Thank God, I have carried out my Priestly Ministry with great joy, and I have always been willing to continue sowing the Word of God in every person’s heart.
A hug and a very fraternal greeting for all the communities that I have been serving.
God and Mary Most Holy, Mother and Queen, continue to lead us by the hand towards her beloved Son, Christ Jesus.
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