Multilingual Clergy

Our diocese is home to one of the most diverse Catholic populations in the nation. Our community members come from nations and cultures all around the world, bringing rich cultural experience to the Diocese of Orange. In order to meet the needs of our diverse community, many of our clergy speak multiple languages. Below is a list of multilingual clergy who can assist those in need of pastoral care in their native languages.

Cantonese (Chinese)

Rev. Ignatius Lau (retired)
714-751-5335

Filipino

Rev. Juan Caboboy
949-837-1090

Italian

Rev. Gordon Moreland, SJ
714-639-9740

Korean

Rev. Eugene Lee
949-644-0200

Latin

Rev. Gordon Moreland, SJ
714-639-9740

Spanish

Most parishes are staffed with priests who speak Spanish. Please contact a specific parish to speak with someone.

Vietnamese

Many parishes offer Masses in Vietnamese. Please contact a specific parish to speak with someone.

Visayan

Rev. Juan Caboboy
949-837-1090