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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!

"I AM" Eucharistic Congress 2025
God, present in the crashing waves — this is the gift of the Incarnation. Not distant or abstract, but the Maker of the universe, dwelling among the broken, shining light into darkness. Through His Cross, Resurrection, and Altar, hope is more than a sentiment—it changes how we live.
The light of hope is calling — let it in. Join us for the 2025 “I AM” Eucharistic Conference on October 17-18 at Christ Cathedral!

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!

Jubilee Marriage Mass
On the Feast of Saints Joachim and Anne, patron saints of married couples, the bishops of California have declared July 26 the Jubilee of Marriage as part of the statewide Radiate Love Initiative.
Join us on Saturday, July 26 at 11:30AM in the Arboretum at Christ Cathedral for a special Diocesan Mass with Fr. Angelos Sebastian celebrating the vocation of marriage and the gift it brings to the Church and the world. Married couples and families are especially invited to attend and to receive the plenary indulgence offered on this holy day.

The Jubilee Year of Hope
Pope Francis had 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!

Fr. Ian's Homilies: "Only to Carry it Out"
“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.

Empowered by the Spirit: IMMERSION 2025
Deacon Steve Greco is a permanent deacon for the Diocese of Orange. He is also the head of Evangelization and Faith Formation for the Diocese. All this current work comes after many decades of leadership in the pharmaceutical industry. In this podcast episode, Deacon Steve and his co-host Katie Hughes are thrilled to welcome a highly sought-out guest and ministry leader for Michigan-based St. Paul Street Evangelization (Adam Janke). Adam is in town to head up the IMMERSION CONFERENCE at Christ Cathedral.
It’s not too late to be part of this exciting event, which is being held outside of Michigan for the first time!

Catholic Sports View #238: A Visit with Servite Athletic Director and Volleyball Coach, Matt Marrujo
On this episode of Catholic Sports View:
This week, Bob chats with Servite Athletic Director and Volleyball Coach Matt Marrujo about the Friars offseason, his thoughts on the Trinity Conference and youth camps happening through the summer on campus.
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