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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!

Marian Days – July 12-13, 2024

The third annual Marian Days coming soon to the Diocese of Orange! Each year, Christ Cathedral campus hosts a weekend-long event which attracts tens of thousands of the faithful from around the nation to attend Masses with our bishops, join workshops hosted for adults, young adults and high schoolers, participate in a Rosary procession around campus, enjoy live entertainment & food, and so much more!

This year, the event will be held on July 12 & 13 with the theme “Mary: Ark of the Covenant.” Click the link below for more information.

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 Speaker: Simone Rizkallah

Mark your calendars for the 4th installment of the Lumen Christi Institute Speaker Sessions!

This talk will feature Simone Rizkallah providing her message of “Epidemic: Loneliness” held on Tuesday, July 30 at 7:00PM in the Pastoral Center Auditorium at Christ Cathedral. Simone Rizkallah is Deputy Director of Education at the Philos Project, a frequent guest on Catholic Answers Live, and a faculty member of the Avila Institute.

Pre-registration is required to save your seat. Cost is free to those who are registered in the Lumen Christi Institute. If not, it is $25. Secure your seat or learn more through the link below.

OC Catholic Radio Episode #298: The Marian Gardens Experience at Christ Cathedral

Welcome to another episode of Orange County Catholic Radio. We have another very special episode to bring you on today’s podcast. Listen as host Rick Howick interviews some of the key people who helped make the beautiful new Marian Gardens into a reality. We also cover portions of the press conference that took place at the site in May of 2024.

Come, and experience this gorgeous walk-through experience located behind the Our Lady of LaVang statue on the north part of the Christ Cathedral campus. Each garden is devoted to one category of the Mysteries of the Rosary: Joyful, Luminous, Sorrowful and Glorious. Once you see this beautiful space and spend some time here, your experience praying the rosary will never be the same.

Sounds from the Sanctuary Episode #54: Rising Star Aaron Patterson

Today’s episode features rising star organist Aaron Patterson, who is visiting Orange County giving a concert at our neighboring community Geneva Presbyterian Church in Laguna Woods. Also appearing alongside Aaron is Charlotte Hseih – organist at Geneva Church who organizes their yearly concert series that aims to share the beauty of music with Orange County by bringing young talented organists to play their wonderful Wicks organ. Aaron Paterson, today’s young organist, recently graduated from the Juilliard School with a Masters of Music degree after previously attending the Curtis Institute of Music in Philadelphia. Listen to this bright young talent speak passionately about music, in particular American music, and about his experience attending two of America’s most distinguished conservatories of music. Find out more at aaronpattersonorganist.com.

Catholic Sports View #192: Santa Margarita Co-Athletic Directors Annie Garrett and Donald Evans

This week on Catholic Sports View: J Serra grad Ryder Dodd has been named to the U.S. Olympic Water Polo squad!

Plus, we check in with the Athletic Directors at Santa Margarita Catholic, Annie Garrett and Donald Evans.

Twitter: @CatholicSV

Introducing the Lumen Christi Institute

Formerly known as “Emmaus,” the Evangelization Office in the Diocese of Orange has launched the “Lumen Christi Institute.”

Lumen Christi provides easy access and powerful formation for Catholics of all walks of life and stages of faith. From schools of biblical studies and evangelization to certification opportunities, the Institute aims to enlighten the mind, enkindle the heart, and empower the Church to carry on the mission of Christ.

Within the Institute, there are four paths that aim to equip and encourage the faithful to take their place within the mission of Christ.

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.