We welcome you to the webpage of the Antelope Valley Chapter of Magnificat in California. These are exciting times that we live in and Magnificat was begun in 1981 for such a time as this. There are now over 100 chapters throughout the United States and its territories and in many foreign countries.

Magnificat Meal

Hosted by the Antelope Valley Chapter

May 16, 2026

9:30 am to 12:00 noon
(9:00 Registration begins)

XALISCO’s RESTAURANT

42525 10th Street West
Lancaster, CA  93534

Our Guest Speaker:   Fr. Pablo Martinez

Fr. Pablo Martínez is a Catholic priest from Madrid, Spain. He felt God’s call at the age of 6. At 16, Fr. Pablo left his own dreams of becoming a professional soccer player and doctor, to follow God’s dream for his life.

He joined “The Work of the Church”, a community founded in Spain. Throughout the years, he has served as a pastor, parochial vicar, and missionary, in different countries including Spain, Italy, Cuba, Mexico, and several parts of Africa.

His ministry is characterized by a deep love for the Church, missionary dedication, and a commitment to Church renewal. He is known for his clear preaching, his ability to listen, and his close connection with the people.

He currently lives in Los Angeles, where he is pursuing a Master’s in Pastoral Theology at Loyola Marymount University, with a particular focus on spiritual direction and pastoral care in several areas.

Religious books and CD’s may be available at the meal.
Since the day is designed to speak to the hearts of women, free of distractions, it is respectfully requested that young children not be in attendance.

Tickets & Reservations

Register Now – $28
Register at the Door – $30

MAIL-IN RESERVATIONS
Click on, print and complete the form below (include the names and phone numbers of other ticket holders in your group). Reservations CANNOT be accepted after May 14, 2026.

MAIL-IN REGISTRATION FORM

Please Mail Reservation Form and check for $28 per person, payable to “Antelope Valley Magnificat“:

6222 West Avenue J-10
Lancaster, CA  93536

$Zelle Registrations:

avmagnificat@gmail.com

For more information contact:

Daria G. Ongsing
(661) 733-7945

Our Upcoming Events 2026

August 22, 2026 – Janice Charbonnet

November 15, 2026 – TBA

Rosary Blanket of Prayer
Remember our chapter’s commitment to Eucharistic Adoration and to pray the Rosary on the 24th of each month for the intentions of Magnificat, Sanctity of Life, Marriage and Family, and World Peace.

Service Team Members

Daria Ongsing, Coordinator
Linda Reynolds, Co-Coordinator
Belinda Vigil, Co-Coordinator
Stephanie Gilbert, Secretary
Celia Cedillo, Treasurer
Historian position open
Spiritual Advisor, Deacon Dale Reynolds

Our Prayer Groups

Is God calling you to be in a Prayer Group? Jesus said “Wherever two or three are gathered in My Name, there I am in their midst.” Our prayer groups are open to all. Join us Monday nights at 7:20 pm beginning with the Chaplet of Divine Mercy.

St. Junipero Serra’s
Upper Room Prayer Group
Our Lady’s Chapel
42121 60th Street West
Lancaster, CA  93536

Monday’s 7:20pm – 9:00pm

If you would like to help with a Ministry of Magnificat, or if you have a question or comment for Our Service Team, or if you would like to be on our Mailing list for future events, please contact us at avmagnificat@gmail.com.

History of Antelope Valley Chapter of Magnificat

(Diocese of Los Angeles, California) Established 2011.  After a year of prayer, listening for guidance from the Holy Spirit and fellowship with many women, the first Antelope Valley Magnificat Meal was held on May 31st, 2008, the feast of the Visitation.  We met at the John P. Eliopulos Center in Lancaster, CA.  One hundred and forty-three guests attended.  Our speaker was Karen Moses.

Through the months of prayer and preparation things that seemed difficult to us fell together in simple ways thanks to the Holy Spirit who was always with us providing assistance.

Forming a Service Team was one of our first duties, and again through the prompting of the Holy Spirit, six women volunteered at one prayer meeting.  We only needed five, but the Holy Spirit thought six would be perfect and it was.

These women served on the Service Team for 12 years.  The original team was blessed with Rita Trabold, Christine Anderson, Joan Brautigam, Dorothy Schoespner, Marie Flores, and Mary Qening.  The COVID Pandemic in 2020 brought a hiatus to our meals but not for long since a new service team was formed in 2022.  God was waiting for us and He is the reason we come together.