Roman Catholic Diocese of Orange

Retrouvaille Weekend January 30-February 1, 2026 - Retreat weekend
2026-01-30 08:00 - 2026-02-01 18:00 (America/Los_Angeles)
You are not alone! Retrouvaille is a lifeline for married couples in stress. This weekend experience and six follow-up sessions is designed to provide married couples with tools to get their marriage back on track. The weekend is presented by married couples and a Catholic priest who also experienced the weekend program. The weekend is open to couples of all faiths. For more information, go to www.HelpOurMarriage.org, or call (714) 306-6469, E-mail: 6011r@HelpOurMarriage.org.
For more information, go to www.HelpOurMarriage.org, or call (714) 306-6469, E-mail: 6011r@HelpOurMarriage.org.

Encountering Christ in the Gospel of John
2026-01-31 09:00 - 12:30 | Saint Edward The Confessor Catholic Church, 33926 Calle La Primavera, Dana Point, CA, 92629, United States
A Journey through John’s Gospel. This retreat will teach you how to read John’s Gospel so that you can discover the profound theological discourse in the first eleven chapters which many refer to as ‘the Book of Signs’ because Jesus works seven miraculous signs in these chapters and the latter chapters 12‒21 which are often referred to as ‘the Book of Glory’ because Jesus speaks bout Glorifying His Father and the Father Glorifying the Son.

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Keeping Hope Alive Retreat with Sr. Nancy Sylvester, IHM
2026-01-31 09:00 - 13:00
Jesus prays that we all become one. The Universe evolves toward greater communion even as it diversifies. Brian Swimme states that the question of our time is whether our thoughts, words, and actions are aligned with the Earth’s primary aim to bring forth a unified Earth community.

A vision we desire. And yet can we dare! We are experiencing increasing division and polarities in our lives. Animosity and violence permeate our interactions as people and as nations. Can we dare have hope for the future we desire?

Nancy Sylvester, IHM, will lead a day to explore this call to keep hope alive.

Believing in the transforming power of contemplation she will explore how the practice of contemplation opens us to get in touch with one’s true self, one’s healthiest self, one’s divine self. As one lives into Christ consciousness a new way of seeing is awakened. A new consciousness, an integral consciousness, emerges through which we take a long loving look at the real.

We begin to respond to the situations in our lives and world out of love without blame or shame. We begin to see from wholeness first, before separation. We understand that oneness is not sameness and that difference is essential to Divine Mystery’s manifestation. We begin to understand that hope is not outcome but rather something far deeper that holds us and the planet. We begin to see that our role is essential to evolution’s emergence, and the call is there to become that hope and to keep it alive!

This day will integrate input, process, and contemplative sitting. (Snacks will be available throughout our time together; lunch is not provided.) Join Nancy for a day you don’t want to miss.

Event is presented by Center for Spiritual Development in partnership with St. Joseph Justice Center.

About the Presenter: Sister Nancy Sylvester, IHM, is founder and President of the Institute for Communal Contemplation and Dialogue (ICCD) which began in 2002. Nancy is committed to the transforming power of communal contemplation in one’s life and the life of the community. She believes it invites the shifts in consciousness so necessary to embrace our evolutionary journey and engage the critical issues facing us in ways that foster dialogue, relationships, compassion and justice.

Questions? Email ebeall@csjorange.org or call 714-744-3160

Location:

St. Joseph Center, 434 S Batavia St, Orange, CA 92868

Open Mic Night
2026-02-06 08:00 - 17:00
An open mic night for Catholic young adults to come share their talents. Music, comedy, poetry, etc. are all welcome! RSVP on Partiful to get on the set list.

Event Location:

2011 W Katella Ave, Anaheim, CA 92804- The Clubhouse at Casa Emperador

To RSVP visit https://partiful.com/e/zb8P1aVNfQuJG45uXWsu?c=8Z7M8RAs

Retiro Bíblico
2026-02-07 09:00 - 12:00 | Immaculate Heart of Mary Catholic Church, 1100 South Center Street, Santa Ana, CA, 92704, United States
Aléjate del ruido de la vida diaria y entra en un espacio sagrado.

Este retiro se centrará en el tema del crecimiento en santidad y ayudará a los participantes a comprender cómo la oración de los salmos puede convertirse en una parte fundamental de su camino diario hacia la santidad, aprendiendo a conocer, amar y servir a nuestro Señor Jesucristo. De hecho, los Salmos han desempeñado un papel importante en la liturgia de la Iglesia, en la Liturgia de las Horas y en la vida de oración personal de innumerables santos. Este retiro examinará los diferentes tipos de salmos que se encuentran en el Salterio. El objetivo es motivar a los fieles a comenzar a rezar la Liturgia de las Horas. Todos están Invitados, el retiro es gratuito.

Salmos Parte 1 – Introducción al Salterio, Salmos Reales y Salmos de la Torá.

Salmos Parte 2 – Salmos de Salmos de Alabanza (Hallel) y Entronización.

Salmos Parte 3 – Cantos de Ascensión y Salmos Penitenciales.

Diocesan Wedding Anniversaries Mass 2026
2026-02-07 11:00 | Christ Cathedral Arboretum, 12141 S Lewis St, Garden Grove, CA, 92840, United States
All are welcome to our Diocesan Wedding Anniversary Mass to kick off National Marriage Week on Saturday, Feb. 7 at 11 am in the Arboretum of Christ Cathedral. This Mass celebrates the joy of Christian marriage for all, but we especially invite those couples who are celebrating 50 years of marriage in 2026 as the Diocese of Orange also celebrates its 50th anniversary!

Bishop Thanh Thai Nguyen, Auxiliary Bishop of Orange, will be the celebrant, and an informal reception for couples and their guests will follow the Mass in the Cultural Center. Anniversary celebrants will have the opportunity to take a photo with Bishop at the reception (photos will be taken with couple’s own devices). Please RSVP by Feb. 1 so we can prepare for this celebration!

RSVP at https://forms.office.com/r/XJi80Qvq78

Contact officeforfamilylife@rcbo.org for more info.

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St. Irenaeus Young Adult Ministry Tuesday Gatherings
2026-02-10 08:00 - 17:00 | Saint Irenaeus Catholic Church (in the Education Building), 5201 Evergreen Avenue, Cypress, CA, 90630, United States
Join the St. Irenaeus Young Adult Ministry as we begin meeting regularly each Tuesday evening to grow together in our Catholic faith with one another. These will be gatherings of Faith, Friendship, Fun, and Fellowship. Expect Prayer Moments, Theology Discussions, New Friendships, Scripture Studies and Reflection, Liturgy, Adoration, Praise and Worship Nights, Fellowship, Food, Trivia, Socials, Service Events, and Outings as we live an experience of community in spreading the Good News of Christ to all!

Contact Sr. Krystle Balancio, FMA at the St. Irenaeus parish office or visit linktr.ee/sticypressyam for more information.

Lectio Divina and Lectio Cinema
2026-02-10 19:00 - 21:00 | Our Lady of Guadalupe, La Habra, 900 W. La Habra Blvd, La Habra, CA, 90631, United States
Come join us in learning to interpret scripture with the Sunday readings the Catholic way, with the Catechism of the Catholic Church, Peter Kreft, and Popcorn with the Pope!

St. Anthony Claret Bible Study
2026-02-11 08:00 - 17:00 | Saint Anthony Claret Catholic Church, 1450 East La Palma Avenue, Anaheim, CA, 92805, United States
Join us for bible study on Wednesdays at 7:30 in room 118

Magdalena: A Woman Wrapped in Silence Lenten Series
2026-02-12 08:00 - 17:00
For 5 weeks, we will be meditating on the movements within Mary’s heart as she receives the passion and crucifixion of Christ. This is a potluck hosted off-site in Brea; RSVP required by February 10 for details and address!

A Woman Wrapped in Silence Lenten Series (potluck and discussion)

February 12

February 26

March 12

March 26

April 9

Location: Brea (RSVP required for address)Organized by: Our Lady of Guadalupe Church, La Habra

Jeudi Gras Potluck
2026-02-12 19:00 | Saint Norbert Catholic Church, 300 East Taft Avenue, Orange, CA, 92865, United States
We will be having a potluck to celebrate Jeudi Gras (aka fat Thursday before ash Wednesday).

Location: St Norbert’s Catholic Church family life center

Finding Your Uno
2026-02-13 18:00 - 21:30 | Cultural Center, 13280 Chapman Ave, Garden Grove, CA, 92840, United States
Finding Your Uno is a casual opportunity to speed date by using Uno cards to facilitate conversations within your specific age group. Finding Your Uno costs $15 and includes food & mocktails.

Couples West Coast Swing Lesson
2026-02-15 18:45 - 20:00 | Holy Trinity Catholic Church, 1600 Corporate Drive, Ladera Ranch, CA, 92694, United States
Bring a friend or a date for a valentine’s day themed dance lesson!

RSVP using the GroupMe on our Instagram Bio: @holytrinityyoungadults

Foster Care Awareness Event
2026-02-17 19:00 - 20:00 | Saint John The Baptist Catholic Chuch, 1015 Baker Street, Costa Mesa, CA, 92626, United States
We are excited to welcome Dr. Kimberly Henkel, founder and Executive Director of Springs of Love, who will speak about the foster care crisis and practical ways every Catholic can help. A representative from Olive Crest will also share about the needs of children and families in Orange County. Light refreshments will be provided.

Springs of Love is a national Catholic ministry with chapters across the country that invites Catholics to discern how they are called to care for vulnerable children through fostering, adoption, and parish-based support. The ministry partners with parishes to walk alongside foster and adoptive families so they are never alone.

While not everyone is called to foster or adopt, everyone can do something—through prayer, encouragement, mentoring, respite care, or practical support. This gathering will also explore the possibility of launching one or more Springs of Love Chapters within the diocese, creating parish-based communities of support for foster and adoptive families.

All are welcome—especially foster and adoptive families, couples discerning this call, and anyone interested in learning how they can support vulnerable children.

Everyone can do something.

Learn more at springsoflove.org

Family Adoration
2026-02-18 17:00 - 19:00 | Our Lady of Guadalupe, La Habra, 900 W. La Habra Blvd, La Habra, CA, 90631, United States
Families with children ages 0–12 are warmly invited to come and adore our Lord together from 5pm-6pm. Playtime and snacks will follow at 7pm. For the safety and care of all, children must be accompanied by an adult for the duration of the event.

Lenten Reflection
2026-02-19 19:00 | Saint Norbert Catholic Church, 300 East Taft Avenue, Orange, CA, 92865, United States
Young Adult Lenten Reflection

For more information or details message us on Instagram @st.norbertya or email us at st.norbertya@gmail.com

The Book of Job: Suffering, and the Meaning of Life
2026-02-21 09:00 - 12:00 | Saint Cecilia Catholic Church, 1301 SE. Sycamore Avenue, Tustin, CA, 92780, United States
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Job Chapter 1-2 – Introduction, Job’s sufferings, loses his possessions, his children and his health. Special features in the Hebrew Bible.Job Chapters 3 ‒ Job’s response to his suffering and his three friends. Examining the assumptions about sin and suffering.Job Chapters 4-14 ‒ Understanding the three rounds of debate in the book of Job. Questions concerning God’s divine action or non-intervention.Job Chapter 15‒26 ‒ Suffering, death and Job’s redeemerJob Chapters 27 and 37 ‒ Job speaks a total of ten times. Job’s longing for God and the question of righteousness. The unique role of Elihu and the rhetoric of his words.Job chapters 38-40 ‒ Job finally encounters the Lord in the tempest/whirlwind and the Lord responds to Job.

Spiritual Works of Mercy: Praying for the Living and the Dead
2026-02-21 10:00 - 11:00 | Ascension Cemetery, 24754 Trabuco Rd, Lake Forest, California, 92630, United States
Join us as we start lent and focus on praying for all the faithful departed.

Visit our website or DM @holytrinityyoungadults for any questions

Location: Ascension Cemetery

Organized By: Holy Trinity Church Young Adult Ministry

Volleyball Night
2026-02-26 19:00 | Saint Norbert Catholic Church, 300 East Taft Avenue, Orange, CA, 92865, United States
Volleyball Night

Location: St Norbert’s Catholic Church family life center

Learn More: For more information or details message us on Instagram @st.norbertya or email us at st.norbertya@gmail.com

Understanding the Annulment Process Webinar (English)
2026-02-26 19:00 - 20:00
Virtual information session for divorced Catholics and ministry leaders

Join us to get information about the process for seeking a declaration of marriage nullity, how to get started, and the basics of what to expect.

We are offering the same information in three languages, Thursdays 7 pm to 8 pm via Zoom, on the following dates (click to register):

February 26, 2026 in English

March 5, 2026 in Vietnamese

March 12, 2026 in Spanish

These Zoom links are also available at: rcbo.org/familylife

Restore: Mom's Retreat
2026-02-27 00:00 - 2026-03-01 23:59 | Mission San Luis Rey Retreat Center, 4050 Mission Ave, Oceanside, California, 92057, United States
Restore Moms Retreat is an invitation to step away from the noise of daily life and rediscover your true identity as a beloved daughter of God.

We’ll pray, rest, and remember just how powerful, meaningful, and Christ-filled your life is as a mother.

We will convene at Mission San Luis Rey in the later afternoon on Friday, February 27, 2026. We will stay the weekend and leave just before lunch on Sunday, March 1st. Mission San Luis Rey Retreat Center is in Oceanside, about 90 minutes south of central Orange County.

The address is: 4050 Mission Avenue, Oceanside, CA 92057

The Gospel of Matthew Explained
2026-02-28 09:00 - 12:00 | Saint Cecilia Catholic Church, 1301 SE. Sycamore Avenue, Tustin, CA, 92780, United States
The Gospel of Matthew Explained: Jesus’ Eternal Kingship and the Redemption of Israel

Matthew Chapter 1-2 – Introduction, The importance of the Infancy Narratives inMatthew’s GospelMatthew Chapters 3-4 ‒ The Ministry of John the Baptist and Jesus’ 40-days in thedesert.Matthew Chapters 5-7 ‒ The Sermon on the mount in light of the prophets and theirexpectation of a new covenant.Matthew Chapter ‒8-15 ‒ Jesus’ ministry and the significance of His healing miracles.Matthew Chapters 16-23 ‒ Saint Peter and the Papacy.Matthew chapters 24-28 ‒ The Last Supper, Jesus’ Passion and Resurrection.

Presented by Fr. Timothy Peters, Professor of Biblical Theology at Saint John’s Seminary in Camarillo, CA.

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Open Conversations Filled with Hope -Suicide Awareness Conference
2026-02-28 10:00 - 12:15 | St. Joseph Center Artesia, 18708 Clarkdale Avenue, Artesia, California, 90701, United States
Join us in person for a welcoming space where we share stories, support each other, and spread hope. This conference is all about opening up honest chats on suicide awareness and mental health. Whether you’re here to learn, connect, or simply listen, you’ll find understanding voices and caring people ready to walk alongside you. Let’s break the silence together and bring hope to every conversation!

Learn More:

Lita Vicente (562) 882-0327Nancy Parala (562) 881-1378

Line Dancing
2026-02-28 19:30 - 21:30 | Saint Angela Merici Catholic Church, 585 South Walnut Avenue, Brea, CA, 92821, United States
Join us for line dancing at St Angela Merici Olsen Hall

Contact Kathy at 9494494488 for more info

Music Convocation
2026-03-02 15:30 - 20:00 | Diocese of Orange Pastoral Center, 13280 Chapman Ave, Garden Grove, CA, 92840, United States
Music Directors and Business Managers are invited to attend this diocesan Music Director Convocation, an evening of formation, collaboration, and conversation in support of parish music ministry.

The gathering will include a joint session with Diocesan HR on payroll and ADP processes, a light dinner, and music-focused sessions addressing updated diocesan guidelines, liturgical norms, and upcoming formation opportunities.

Free registration. Light dinner provided.

Contact worship@rcbo.org for more info

Theology on Tap OC - The Liturgical Year: Redeeming a Sacred Rhythm
2026-03-03 18:30
For March and since we are now in the season of Lent, we are featuring a conversation with Fr. Glenn Baaten, the pastor of St. John Henry Newman and chaplain of Santiago Retreat Center.

In this conversation, we will briefly look back on Fr. Glenn’s pastoral journey into the Catholic Church. We will then discuss the significance of a liturgical year. But didn’t St. Paul do away with “festivals, a new moon, or a sabbath”? Why then does the Church impose a calendar with Holy Days of Obligation, cycles, seasons, memorials and feasts? How about the liturgy of the hours? What do all these got to do with the Gospel and deepening a relationship with Jesus Christ?

Theology on Tap OC features a Catholic speaker every first Tuesday night in Brewheim, a local brewery that is walking distance from the Angel Stadium. Our events are FREE of charge and open to the public.

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Location

Brewheim, 1931 E Wright Cir, Anaheim, CA 92806

“Be Still And Know That I Am God” Lenten Mission for Young Adults
2026-03-05 18:30 - 20:30 | Holy Spirit Catholic Church
This is an event for fellowship among young adult Catholics that will be able to listen to a Lent-themed talk from Fr. Ben Tran and proceed to pray and reflect upon what they have heard in Adoration.holyspiritfv.org

Food Distribution Community Service
2026-03-07 09:00 - 11:00 | Saint Norbert Catholic Church, 300 East Taft Avenue, Orange, CA, 92865, United States
We will be helping the knights of Malta distribute food from the St Norbert’s food pantry.For more information email us at st.norbertya@gmail.com or @st.norbertya on Instagram

Tuesday Lectio Divina and Cinema
2026-03-10 08:00 - 17:00 | Our Lady of Guadalupe, La Habra, 900 W. La Habra Blvd, La Habra, CA, 90631, United States
Join us for a potluck and learn to interpret scripture and movies as a Catholic Christian!Our Lady of Guadalupe La HabraRoom 3 900 W La Habra Blvd.olglahabra.org/yabiblestudy

The Shroud of Turin Immersive Experience
2026-03-10 18:00 - 20:00 | Christ Cathedral, 13280 chapman Ave, Garden Grove, California, 92840
Arrival at 5:45pm Starts at 6:00pmGroup Showing for Holy Trinity Young AdultsVisit www.holytrinityladera.org/youngadults for tickets!
