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the Diocese of OrangeTOGETHER WE JOURNEY, TOGETHER IN FAITH
A Place
for Everyone
With 57 churches, 5 centers and 35 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!

St. Paul Street Evangelization Workshops
Ever wondered how to share Jesus with those around you?
All are invited to take part in the Evangelization Workshops offered on 3/25 & 3/26 at our Diocese’s Pastoral Center at Christ Cathedral. You can join us on Saturday, March 25 from 9-5 PM and learn “Basic Evangelization Training” or stop by on Sunday, March 26 from 9-3:30PM and learn “Healing in Evangelization Training.” You can sign up for one or both days.

Christ Cathedral To Build New Chapel And Crypts
The Diocese of Orange and Christ Cathedral will soon be breaking ground on the St. Callistus Chapel and Crypts, a new worship space underneath Christ Cathedral that will serve generations of parishioners throughout Orange County.

Chef Bruno Serato from Anaheim White House Restaurant
Rick Howick welcomes Chef Bruno Serato from the Anaheim White House Restaurant. His mother, Caterina Lunardi, inspired him to prepare substantial and healthy meals for disadvantaged children in Orange County.

Catholic Sports View Podcast
Host Bob Gibson visits with Matt Marrujo, head volleyball coach and Athletic Director at Servite High School. And Les Lukach offers insights about the abundance of baseball talent being cultivated in the Trinity League.

Hazel Wright Organ Concerts
The celebration of the return of the Hazel Wright Organ continues with the official “Year of Hazel” concert season.
All are welcome throughout 2022-2023 to a variety of concerts and soloists, culminating with a grand performance featuring the organ, the Pacific Symphony, and Pacific Chorale in June 2023.
View the official concert dates below.

Diocesan Eucharistic Congress 2023
Save the date for the 2023 Diocese of Orange Eucharistic Congress, “I AM.”
Oct. 20-21, 2023
Christ Cathedral
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Denouncing racial injustice as a sin while honoring the contributions of six Black holy men and women on the road…
SERRA CHAPEL: “THE POWER OF PLACE”
Mechelle Lawrence Adams is the embodiment of stewardship. In her 20-year role as executive director of Mission San Juan Capistrano,…
“JEWEL OF THE MISSIONS”
For many, the repetition of reentering the same spaces can become a monotonous chore. Not for C.J. Levin. Whenever the…
“WHEN THE SWALLOWS COME BACK TO CAPISTRANO”
When the swallows come back to Capistrano, that’s the day you promised to come back to me. When you whispered,…
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