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  • Seminarians vs. Clergy
    Seminarians vs. Clergy
    The Diocese of Fresno Office of Vocation's Basketball Game and Seminarian Fundraiser
    • Join us for the 2nd Annual Diocese of Fresno Cup! 

      Watch our Seminarians take on a team of our Clergy on the basketball court. 

      During this community event, we will celebrate vocations and fundraise for seminarian formation. This is a first-come, first-serve event! 

      Date: Friday, June 26, 2026 
      Location: St. Anthony's School Gym, Fresno
      Doors Open: 5:00 PM
      Tip Off: 6:05 PM
      Admission: $5 per person

      *An altar server can receive a free ticket sponsored by the Serra Club; however, you need to contact the vocations office for tickets prior to the event. This is a first‑come, first‑serve event.

      To find out how to support the event, call Joseph Moore, Assistant to the Vocations Director, at (559)488-7424.  
    • Purchase Tickets
      • $5.00 per person

        Note: An altar server can receive a free ticket sponsored by the Serra Club; however, you need to contact the vocations office for
        tickets prior to the event. This is a first‑come, first‑serve event. 

        • Credit card through the Shrine of St. Thérèse
          • Call 559- 268-6388

        • Cash or check through the Office of Vocations
          • Call 559-488-7424
    • Sponsorships
        • Sponsor a Seminarian or Clergy Member
        • Jersey Sponsorship 
        • General Sponsorship 

        SPONSORSHIP FORM

        All proceeds from this event will go directly to the Diocese of Fresno’s Seminarians and their formation. 
        For questions regarding this form, please contact Joseph Moore at [email protected] or (559) 488-7424.  
    • Bulletin Announcement
      • Help us spread the word! 
        Add the following flyer to your parish bulletin! 

        DOWNLOAD THE FLYER
    • Questions?
      • Is seating reserved?
        No. Seating is first come, first serve. There is no reserved seating, so arriving early is encouraged.

        Will food be available?
        Yes! Concessions will be available for purchase during the event.

        Will there be other activities?
        Yes. In addition to the game, there will be:
        -A raffle
        -A donation drive
        -Opportunities to learn more about vocations and seminarians

        Are there sponsorship opportunities?
        Yes. There are several ways to support the event through sponsorships. Sponsorships directly benefit our seminarians and help fund their formation.

        Can I sponsor someone specifically?
        Absolutely. You may sponsor a seminarian or a member of the clergy, and you may sponsor the same individual more than once if you wish.

        Where does the money raised go?
        All money raised from ticket sales, sponsorships, donations, and the raffle goes directly to seminarian formation in the Diocese of Fresno.

        Who should attend?
        Everyone is welcome! The game is perfect for families, parish groups, youth, and anyone who wants to support vocations while enjoying a fun community event.

        Why should I support this event?
        By attending or sponsoring, you are directly supporting the future priests of our diocese and helping foster a culture of vocations within the Church.

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      address

      Mailing Address:

      1550 North Fresno Street

      Fresno, CA 93703-3711 

      Phone: (559) 488-7400

      Main Line:
      Monday-Thursday: 8AM - 5PM
      Friday: 8AM - 12PM 


      MISSION STATEMENT / DECLARACIÓN DE LA MISIÓN

      "As God's beloved people we are called in and through the Spirit to live in unity and love and to proclaim the Good News of Jesus, especially amongst the poor and marginal of our society."

      “Como pueblo amado de Dios estamos llamados en y a través del Espíritu Santo a vivir en unidad y amor, y para anunciar la Buena Nueva de Jesús, especialmente entre los pobres y los marginados de nuestra sociedad.”

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