Other · Est. 1975 · Camarillo, California
A six acre site was acquired at the corner of Las Posas Road and Crestview Avenue for a new parish church; and the architectural firm of Carmichael and Kemp, Alhambra, California was commissioned to design the new building. Cardinal Timothy Manning, Archbishop of Los Angeles delivered the main address from an improvised truck trailer platform, then turned the first spade of dirt for the ground-breaking on December 29, 1974. Unfortunately, Msgr. Falvey had passed away a short time earlier and was unable to see his labors reach fruition.The new St. Mary Magdalen church, which seats nearly 850 people, was opened for the celebration of the Mass on Christmas Day 1975 with Midnight Mass offered by the new pastor, Monsignor John C. Hughes. The formal dedication occurred on June 27, 1976. The new church reflects California's mission heritage with a white stucco exterior, red tile roofing, outdoor patio surrounded by lush gardens and a series of arches, colorful stained glass windows, and an interior of warm brown, beige and gold earth tones. The inside is composed mainly of a handsome lattice work of exposed wooden beams, paneling, a dark walnut alter, and pews with towering hand carved sanctuary. The Stations of the Cross were crafted by artisans in Italy. The composition, mainly wood and stucco, will alleviate dangers from nearby earthquake faults. It is a church that is large enough to accommodate the needs of a growing, vibrant parish and one which will serve as a continuing tribute to the proud traditions initiated by the Camarillo family.
8:30 AM · 4:00 PM
8:00 AM · 10:00 AM · 12:00 PM · 5:00 PM
6:30 AM · 5:15 PM
Wednesday 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM · Saturday 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM
25 Las Posas Road
Camarillo, California, 93010
Phone: (805) 484-0532