Friar Donaldo Rosete Garcia stands by the old brick arch that frames California’s first pepper tree. “I shall miss this place,” he says, “I came here to learn English. Now I must return to Jalisco.” ...

Mission San Luis Rey in Oceanside marks its 225th anniversary with a number of events celebrating its history starting this month and running throughout the year. This year’s special community events ...

The Mission San Luis Rey in Oceanside celebrates its 225th anniversary Tuesday. It was the 18th mission to be established in California, and it was known as the “King of the Missions” because of its ...

Growing up in the Great Lakes state of Ohio, Gwyn Grimes had no opportunity to visit an historic Spanish mission. Even after moving to California 40 years ago, Grimes didn’t visit a mission right away ...

Bernardo (Gene Sheldon left) and Zorro (Guy Williams right) (Photo via Wikipedia.org) The choice of location wasn’t just cinematic — it was symbolic. With its expansive grounds, dramatic arches, and ...