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We don’t think Vocation convos have to come with the unspoken fear and panic they often do. Between golf battles, hot wings and behind-the-scenes peeks, we’re tackling National Vocations Awareness Week with honesty, transparency and a good dose of joy.

Join the conversation! Follow along, learn a little, laugh a bit and let God speak.

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!

Missionary Image of Our Lady of Guadalupe Visiting the Diocese of Orange

Starting on Nov. 1, the Diocese of Orange will host a tour of the Missionary Image of Our Lady of Guadalupe, Catholic Church-authorized digital image of the original Guadalupe tilma image that dates to 1531 and is above the main altar at the Basilica Shrine of Our Lady of Guadalupe in Mexico City.

The public is invited to venerate the Image at host parishes and sites throughout the Diocese of Orange. For a complete list of sites hosting the image, visit our page below.

Tour the Orange Diocese Archives Office

Did you know the Diocese of Orange houses an archive filled with historical records and artifacts spanning hundreds of years?

As October wraps up, we’re celebrating #ArchivesMonth with a tour led by Fr. Chris Heath, Director of Diocesan Archives, who shares insights and his favorite pieces from the collection.

From a moon rock to the papers that made us a diocese — you won’t want to miss this.

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!

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 November Speaker: Fr. Robert Spitzer

Mark your calendars for the final installment of the Lumen Christi Institute 2024 Speaker Sessions!

This talk will feature Fr. Robert Spitzer providing his expertise on the notion of “Science, Medicine and Eucharistic Miracles” held on Thursday, November 7 at 7:00 p.m. in the Christ Cathedral Arboretum. Fr. Spitzer is an award-winning author, EWTN television show host, and President of the Magis Center of Reason and Faith, as well as the Napa Institute.

You won’t want to miss this! Registration is FREE! Secure your seat or learn more through the link below.

Catholic Sports View #206: Henry Valiente of Orange Lutheran Volleyball

This week on Catholic Sports View:

This episode features a chat with Orange Lutheran volleyball coach Henry Valiente, as well as a quick rundown of CIF playoff pairings in fall sports.

Twitter: @CatholicSV

Podcast Highlight: The Beauty of Our Catholic Heritage – Our Glorious Saints of October

Fr. Jacob Hsieh is a Norbertine priest of St. Michael’s Abbey and rector of Sts. Peter and Paul Church in Wilmington, CA. He is a graduate of Thomas Aquinas College and was ordained a priest in 2015. In this podcast episode, Fr. Jacob talks about the many saints that are especially honored in the month of October.

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.