Saints for a Day: Saint Anthony 5k

Under a cool and sunny sky with views of the Pacific Ocean, Long Beach’s St. Anthony High School, a 106-year-old historic Catholic college preparatory institution, hosted its 17th annual Saint 5k Run early Saturday morning, March 14, 2026.

This is the school’s largest community event, which generates funds for tuition assistance, where 100% of the proceeds from the 5K benefit students and families who need it most.


The 5K course ran along Shoreline Village in Long Beach, offering views of boats in the harbor, the legendary Queen Mary, and beautiful beaches.

Catholic Cemeteries & Mortuaries once again sponsored the Saints 5K Run and hosted a vendor booth to share information with the local community. A number of CCM and Archdiocesan Human Resource employees participated as a team, with specific representation from All Souls Cemetery & Mortuary in Long Beach.

Brian McMahon, Director of Community Outreach for CCM, shared, “Events like the Saint Anthony 5K remind us that our work extends beyond our cemeteries and mortuaries. Seeing CCM employees participate together reflects our commitment to community, presence, and partnership.”

Roger Salera, a longtime Cemetery Arrangements Counselor and a St. Anthony Alumni Class of 1961, received a well-earned 3rd-place medal in his age group. Roger, who exemplifies the Catholic credo of ministry and service, has been a faithful supporter of St. Anthony High, including their Saints 5K Run, for many years.

What a blessed and rewarding morning for all, and what a privilege to contribute to a wonderful cause in the name of Catholic education. 

Photos: David Brackney/Alice Takamiyashiro