You Are Welcome at
the Diocese of Orange
TOGETHER WE JOURNEY, TOGETHER IN FAITH
A Place
for Everyone
With 58 churches, 5 centers and 36 schools within our diocese, we have a seat for you.
Our vibrant community of 1.3 million Catholics is on a journey of faith together – growing closer to God and another as we explore, experience, and share the mystery of Christ. Under the leadership of Bishop Kevin W. Vann, the OC Diocese works to establish and support dynamic, vibrant parishes and schools welcoming all to live the Gospel with faith, joy, charity and unity. We joyfully welcome you as part of this journey!
Hearts Ablaze: Evangelize Now Conference 2024
Join us on Saturday, October 19 for Evangelize Now 2024: Hearts Ablaze. An annual conference held on the Christ Cathedral Campus designed to inspire all attendees to share the Good News with others. The event will feature speaker sessions with Dan Dematte, Bishop Thanh, Fr. Juan Navarro, and Fr. Vincent Pham.
Lumen Christi Speaker Series
The Diocese of Orange Lumen Christi Institute is dedicated to providing easy access and powerful formation for Catholics of all walks of life and stages of faith. Their monthly Speaker Series, held throughout 2024 at the Christ Cathedral Campus in Garden Grove, California, brings together distinguished scholars, writers and speakers to address timely topics within the framework of Catholic tradition, theology, and spirituality.
Young Adult Men's Vocation Series
The Office of Vocations is hosting a four-week discernment series Wednesday evenings in September, starting Sept. 4, for young adult men, ages 18 to 39. This series will include reflection, learning, discussion, fellowship and prayer. Please share and invite young men in your parish who may benefit from this series.
Episode #301: Iron Sharpens Iron – Young Adult Men's Ministry
Welcome to another episode of Orange County Catholic Radio. On this episode, we welcome two distinguished guests to our studio, DJ Bernal and Armando Cervantes. DJ is a leadership consultant, coach and evangelist, while Armando is the Director of Youth and Young Adult Ministry and Hispanic Ministry for the Diocese of Orange.
On this podcast, we’re going to talk about a new ministry to young men that is just getting off the ground. “Iron Sharpens Iron” is a Catholic young adult men’s ministry for those in the 18 to 39 age range. It’s focused on understanding God’s call on the life of a man, and equipping men with practical tools to thrive in today’s world as representatives of Jesus Christ.
OC Catholic Radio: On the Road to Purity
Welcome to another episode of Orange County Catholic Radio. On this episode, host Rick Howick visits with Steven Caswell of Road to Purity. This is a ministry to help those dealing with sexual addictions of various types. Their website shares the following mission statement: This is the path to freedom, trod by thousands before you, this journey is undertaken only by the brave. It develops strength, outwits the enemy, and forges you into who you were created to be.
If you’re ready to experience freedom, this is how you can find it. Visit roadtopurity.com to learn more about this ministry.
Catholic Sports View #199: Matt Gogan of Rosary Academy and Dan O'Dell of Mater Dei
This week on Catholic Sports View:
This week we kick things off with the flag football coach at Rosary Academy, Matt Gogan. Then we segue to girls’ volleyball as we check in with their head coach, Dan O’Dell.
Twitter: @CatholicSV
Catholic Biblical Institute
The Catholic Biblical Institute in the Diocese of Orange is devoted to empowering the faithful to deepen their understanding of Sacred Scripture and confidently share their faith with others. This institute offers a comprehensive biblical education program with 3 levels of courses, starting with a retreat and progressing to in-depth studies of individual biblical books.
The Catholic Biblical Institute is hosting Level 1 course opportunities and Spring Biblical Retreats.
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