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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
Catholics in Southern California are invited to come together for Catholic Family Night at the Angel Stadium on Saturday, June 28. Get your tickets below!
Entering the Jubilee Year of Hope
Pope Francis has declared 2025 the Jubilee Year of Hope (“Hope does not disappoint”), a sacred time to visit holy sites, perform acts of kindness, seek forgiveness for sins, and renew their relationship with God, one another, and creation.
Visit the St. Callistus Chapel and Crypts
The final phase of Christ Cathedral’s transformation has been completed with the opening of the St. Callistus Chapel and Crypts! The chapel is named in honor of the original St. Callistus parish, which moved to Christ Cathedral when the property was acquired by the diocese.
The Romano-Byzantine-style chapel, located beneath Christ Cathedral, was blessed and dedicated on October 14, the feast day of St. Callistus I. The chapel and crypts is now open to the public. Book a tour at the link below!
Podcast Highlight: Cathedral Square #109 – The What and the How of Hope
This special episode of Cathedral Square features the audio of a parish mission talk given by Fr. Christopher Smith recorded “LIVE” at St. Paul the Apostle Catholic Church in Chino Hills, CA.
Fr. Christopher has served as a priest of the Roman Catholic Diocese of Orange since 1978. He holds a master’s in divinity from St. John’s Seminary and a master’s in religious education from Fordham University. He has served in several capacities in the Diocese of Orange, including Parochial Vicar, Director of the Office for Religious Education, Vicar for Religious Education, Pastor of St. Joseph Church in Santa Ana, Episcopal Vicar for Priests, and Director of the Ministry to Priests Office. He was the first Rector of Christ Cathedral and is now the Rector Emeritus.
Fr. Ian's Homilies: "Love and Evangelization"
“And beginning with Moses and all the prophets, [Jesus] interpreted to them in all the Scriptures the things concerning Himself” (Luke 24.27)—and in doing so, Jesus shows us that the scriptures are about Himself. Convicted by this truth, Fr. Ian preaches every weekend the mystery of Christ as revealed in the Sunday readings. It is Jesus who we seek—and in these homilies, Fr. Ian hopes to provide a glimpse of Him. Father Ian is a Roman Catholic Priest serving at Christ Cathedral in the Diocese of Orange in California.
Catholic Sports View #233: A Time of Transition for the Servite High School Wrestling Program
On this episode of Catholic Sports View:
This week, we have breaking news from Servite High School! Their legendary head wrestling coach, Alan Clinton, has elected to step down. We visit with both coach Clinton and the Friars new head coach, Ibee Atalla, on this week’s show.
On X: @CatholicSV
Ordination to the Priesthood
We’re thrilled to share that on June 7, our diocese will welcome Deacon Oliver Coughlin to the Priesthood.
Deacon Oliver will be ordained to the Sacred Order of Priesthood by Bishop Kevin Vann on Saturday, June 7, 2025, at 10 a.m. at Christ Cathedral. All are invited to attend.
Priests VS Seminarians Basketball Game
Come cheer for our priests & seminarians as they battle it out on the court in the Diocese of Orange Priests VS Seminarians Basketball Game!
The event takes place Friday, June 13 at Mater Dei High School. Get your tickets today.
National Eucharistic Congress Pilgrimage through Orange County
As the three-year National Eucharistic Revival in the United States draws to a close, we are excited to launch the St. Katharine Drexel Route from Indianapolis to Los Angeles and invite you to pray before the Blessed Sacrament along the way. The route will run through the Diocese of Orange through various parishes on June 18-20. All ages and walks of life are welcome to join in prayer before Our Lord in the Blessed Sacrament as the National Eucharistic Pilgrimage travels across the country.
The Eighteenth Annual Service of Prayer for Christian Unity
You’re invited to celebrate the 100th Anniversary of the first Ecumenical Council of the Church on Friday, May 30 at 7 PM. Held at St. Kilian Catholic Church, choirs from the Roman Catholic, Eastern Catholic, Armenian Apostolic, Assyrian and Orthodox Christian Liturgical traditions will perform starting. All are invited!
OC Catholic Radio: The Life and Legacy of Pope Francis
It’s rare when two of our key radio/podcast hosts sit down together in the studio, but it does happen occasionally. With the recent passing of Pope Francis, it was time to bring them together to reflect on his life and legacy. Rick Howick of OC Catholic Radio recently sat down with Fr. Christopher Smith, the Rector Emeritus of Christ Cathedral Parish and host of the Cathedral Square radio show and podcast. You are sure to be edified and encouraged by this captivating conversation — talking about all things Pope Francis.
IMMERSION: Evangelization Training Intensive
Immersion Conference (July 17-19) is one of the most unique Catholic conferences in the world in that we will spend part of the conference ministering to others on the streets of Southern California through a variety of evangelization experiences. Because of the hands-on evangelization experiences, capacity is limited. Learn more below!
Catholic Family Night at Angel Stadium
Catholics in Southern California are invited to come together for Catholic Family Night at the Angel Stadium on Saturday, June 28. Get your tickets below!
Entering the Jubilee Year of Hope
Pope Francis has declared 2025 the Jubilee Year of Hope (“Hope does not disappoint”), a sacred time to visit holy sites, perform acts of kindness, seek forgiveness for sins, and renew their relationship with God, one another, and creation.
Visit the St. Callistus Chapel and Crypts
The final phase of Christ Cathedral’s transformation has been completed with the opening of the St. Callistus Chapel and Crypts! The chapel is named in honor of the original St. Callistus parish, which moved to Christ Cathedral when the property was acquired by the diocese.
The Romano-Byzantine-style chapel, located beneath Christ Cathedral, was blessed and dedicated on October 14, the feast day of St. Callistus I. The chapel and crypts is now open to the public. Book a tour at the link below!
Podcast Highlight: Cathedral Square #109 – The What and the How of Hope
This special episode of Cathedral Square features the audio of a parish mission talk given by Fr. Christopher Smith recorded “LIVE” at St. Paul the Apostle Catholic Church in Chino Hills, CA.
Fr. Christopher has served as a priest of the Roman Catholic Diocese of Orange since 1978. He holds a master’s in divinity from St. John’s Seminary and a master’s in religious education from Fordham University. He has served in several capacities in the Diocese of Orange, including Parochial Vicar, Director of the Office for Religious Education, Vicar for Religious Education, Pastor of St. Joseph Church in Santa Ana, Episcopal Vicar for Priests, and Director of the Ministry to Priests Office. He was the first Rector of Christ Cathedral and is now the Rector Emeritus.
Fr. Ian's Homilies: "Love and Evangelization"
“And beginning with Moses and all the prophets, [Jesus] interpreted to them in all the Scriptures the things concerning Himself” (Luke 24.27)—and in doing so, Jesus shows us that the scriptures are about Himself. Convicted by this truth, Fr. Ian preaches every weekend the mystery of Christ as revealed in the Sunday readings. It is Jesus who we seek—and in these homilies, Fr. Ian hopes to provide a glimpse of Him. Father Ian is a Roman Catholic Priest serving at Christ Cathedral in the Diocese of Orange in California.
Catholic Sports View #233: A Time of Transition for the Servite High School Wrestling Program
On this episode of Catholic Sports View:
This week, we have breaking news from Servite High School! Their legendary head wrestling coach, Alan Clinton, has elected to step down. We visit with both coach Clinton and the Friars new head coach, Ibee Atalla, on this week’s show.
On X: @CatholicSV
Ordination to the Priesthood
We’re thrilled to share that on June 7, our diocese will welcome Deacon Oliver Coughlin to the Priesthood.
Deacon Oliver will be ordained to the Sacred Order of Priesthood by Bishop Kevin Vann on Saturday, June 7, 2025, at 10 a.m. at Christ Cathedral. All are invited to attend.
Priests VS Seminarians Basketball Game
Come cheer for our priests & seminarians as they battle it out on the court in the Diocese of Orange Priests VS Seminarians Basketball Game!
The event takes place Friday, June 13 at Mater Dei High School. Get your tickets today.
National Eucharistic Congress Pilgrimage through Orange County
As the three-year National Eucharistic Revival in the United States draws to a close, we are excited to launch the St. Katharine Drexel Route from Indianapolis to Los Angeles and invite you to pray before the Blessed Sacrament along the way. The route will run through the Diocese of Orange through various parishes on June 18-20. All ages and walks of life are welcome to join in prayer before Our Lord in the Blessed Sacrament as the National Eucharistic Pilgrimage travels across the country.
The Eighteenth Annual Service of Prayer for Christian Unity
You’re invited to celebrate the 100th Anniversary of the first Ecumenical Council of the Church on Friday, May 30 at 7 PM. Held at St. Kilian Catholic Church, choirs from the Roman Catholic, Eastern Catholic, Armenian Apostolic, Assyrian and Orthodox Christian Liturgical traditions will perform starting. All are invited!
OC Catholic Radio: The Life and Legacy of Pope Francis
It’s rare when two of our key radio/podcast hosts sit down together in the studio, but it does happen occasionally. With the recent passing of Pope Francis, it was time to bring them together to reflect on his life and legacy. Rick Howick of OC Catholic Radio recently sat down with Fr. Christopher Smith, the Rector Emeritus of Christ Cathedral Parish and host of the Cathedral Square radio show and podcast. You are sure to be edified and encouraged by this captivating conversation — talking about all things Pope Francis.
IMMERSION: Evangelization Training Intensive
Immersion Conference (July 17-19) is one of the most unique Catholic conferences in the world in that we will spend part of the conference ministering to others on the streets of Southern California through a variety of evangelization experiences. Because of the hands-on evangelization experiences, capacity is limited. Learn more below!
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HELPING HANDS IN YORBA LINDA
ON APRIL 26, RESIDENTS spent a day of service cleaning and beautifying their city of Yorba Linda. But St. Francis…
MILAGROS COFFEE: WINNING HEARTS FOR GOD ONE LATTE AT A TIME
WHAT HAPPENS WHEN A Catholic and a Baptist walk into a bar? For Diane and Justin Walker, a miracle happened….
ST. PIUS V CATHOLIC SCHOOL CELEBRATES ITS 70TH ANNIVERSARY
THE ALTAR WAS DECORATED in the school’s plaid. Students lectured and sang in the choir. And families, many of them…
A MOTHER’S DAY THANK-YOU
THE LOVELIEST MASTERPIECE of the heart of God is the heart of a mother. St. Therese of Lisieux’s words continue…
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