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!
Catholic Family Night at Angel Stadium
Join the Roman Catholic Diocese of Orange at Angel Stadium on Saturday, June 29th for Catholic Family Night as the Angels take on the Detroit Tigers at 7:07 p.m.! Enjoy a ‘Christmas-in-June’-themed game with special recognition for the Diocese, appearances from local Bishops, and a postgame fireworks show! Join us before the game at 5:30 p.m. under the BIG “A” for a tailgate party.
Tickets are available now through Friday, June 14. Please inquire with your parish to purchase tickets. You can also get tickets for your group of 10 or more below.
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.
Lumen Christi Speaker: Simone Rizkallah
Mark your calendars for the 4th installment of the Lumen Christi Institute Speaker Sessions!
This talk will feature Simone Rizkallah providing her message of “Epidemic: Loneliness” held on Tuesday, July 30 at 7:00PM in the Pastoral Center Auditorium at Christ Cathedral. Simone Rizkallah is Deputy Director of Education at the Philos Project, a frequent guest on Catholic Answers Live, and a faculty member of the Avila Institute.
Pre-registration is required to save your seat. Cost is free to those who are registered in the Lumen Christi Institute. If not, it is $25. Secure your seat or learn more through the link below.
"Called to Serve – Living for the Lord Got Me Through" hosted by Deacon Victor Valenzuela, with guest Claudia Mercado
Deacon Victor Valenzuela is assigned to St. Joseph Church in Placentia. He is married, with two adult children. He is a licensed social worker who is retired from 31 years of employment at Kaiser Permanente. He is a former seminarian who has worked in a variety of ministries. On this powerful podcast, he speaks with Claudia Mercado about her involvement with Cursillo, and how the Lord has brought about a beautiful transformation in her life through this ministry.
Catholic Sports View #189: Eric Borba — A Changing of the Guard at Orange Lutheran
There is a changing of the guard taking place at Orange Lutheran High School. Eric Borba is stepping down as head baseball coach, after 16 seasons at the helm. We devote the show to him this week as host Bob Gibson chats with the Trinity League legend.
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Introducing the Lumen Christi Institute
Formerly known as “Emmaus,” the Evangelization Office in the Diocese of Orange has launched the “Lumen Christi Institute.”
Lumen Christi provides easy access and powerful formation for Catholics of all walks of life and stages of faith. From schools of biblical studies and evangelization to certification opportunities, the Institute aims to enlighten the mind, enkindle the heart, and empower the Church to carry on the mission of Christ.
Within the Institute, there are four paths that aim to equip and encourage the faithful to take their place within the mission of Christ.
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.
Community Stories
With OC Catholic
GIVING THANKS TO DAD
GROWING UP IN ORANGE County, Fr. Damien Giap, O.Praem, remembers spending many Sunday mornings at St. Irenaeus Catholic Church in…
CELEBRATING THE POWER OF DAD
NEVER UNDERESTIMATE the positive influence a father can have on his child’s faith. Just ask Pope Francis, who previously spoke…
MASS OF CONSECRATION FOR DALIA ZAKHARY
DEAR SISTERS AND Brothers in Christ, With great joy, the Diocese of Orange announces the Solemn Consecration of Dalia Zakhary…
INSPIRING CATHOLIC WOMEN
GRACE FRANCIS, a parishioner at St. Irenaeus Catholic Church in Cypress, has devoted 30 years of continuous service at five…
