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2026 Blue Mass

Sunday, September 27 | 5:45 PM
Christ Cathedral

A Mass for Law Enforcement, Fire-Rescue and Emergency Personnel
who serve in Orange County. All are encouraged to attend in uniform.
Family and friends are welcome.

Presided over by
Very Rev. Bao Thai, Rector of Christ Cathedral

2026 Red Mass

Monday, October 5th | 6 PM
Christ Cathedral

Join us for A special Mass for members of the legal community including judges, lawyers, law students, law faculty, law enforcement personnel, court personnel, as well as their families and friends. This gathering aims to seek the guidance of the Holy Spirit to strengthen our resolve as we face the challenges of our time.

Vespers for Blessed Archbishop Fulton J. Sheen

The Diocese of Orange invites the faithful to celebrate the beatification of Blessed Archbishop Fulton J. Sheen with Solemn Vespers, a blessing of the statue and the veneration of second-class relics.

October 6, 2026 at Christ Cathedral

5 – 6:15 PM & 8 – 9:30 PM: Veneration of Relics

6:30 PM: Blessing of the Statue

7 PM: Vespers with Bishop Vann

The evening also honors Archbishop Sheen’s connection to Christ Cathedral, where he preached twice during the Crystal Cathedral era, with a special display of archival items and relics.

Noche de Altares

Come and be part of this vibrant celebration of heritage & remembrance!

Saturday, October 24 | 5:30 – 9:30 PM | Christ Cathedral

Hosted by the Office of Hispanic Ministry, Catholic Cemeteries, and the Office of Youth & Young Adults at the Diocese of Orange:

This event celebrates Día de Los Muertos, honoring our loved ones who have passed through art, culture and community. Ministries from across Orange County will create altars to remember their parents, siblings and friends.

Enjoy cultural performances, live music, pop-up vendors and children’s activities.

Get your free e-ticket here:

rcbo.org/noche-de-altares

Blood, Mystery and Light: The Shroud of Turin Museum Now Open!

Discover the blood, uncover the mystery, encounter the light! Take a groundbreaking journey with more than 10,000 square feet of 360-degree theater rooms, interactive displays and sacred art about the world’s most studied artifact: the Shroud of Turin. Have an evangelistic encounter with the story of the birth, life, death, resurrection, and ascension of Jesus — and of His ongoing real presence in the Eucharist.

The Shroud of Turin Museum is now open at the Richard H. Pickup Cultural Center on the Christ Cathedral Campus. Tickets are on sale now!

Fr. Ian's Homilies – Therefore

“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.

This episode is titled, “Therefore.”

CATHOLIC SPORTS VIEW: CATCHING UP WITH THE BOYS WATER POLO COACH AT J SERRA CATHOLIC, BRETT ORMSBY

CATHOLIC SPORTS VIEW: CATCHING UP WITH THE BOYS WATER POLO COACH AT J SERRA CATHOLIC, BRETT ORMSBY

 

Now the dean of boys’ water polo coaches in the Trinity League, Brett Ormsby enters his 9th year at JSerra Catholic, and his team is ready to make plenty of noise this season.

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No Place Like Tome
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No Place Like Tome

Coming IN AT 4 Pounds and 2,059 pages, Fr. Robert Spitzer’s latest book is far from your average paperback. He probably could use even more space considering his work addresses scientific, historical, philosophical and theological questions such as Why am I here? What do science and the Bible say? Can they be reconciled? Is Jesus historical and the Son of God? What Can Jesus tell me about where I am going? Why is there evil . . .

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There’s More
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There’s More

Speaking TO A gathering of close to 10,000 at the Honda Center in Anaheim, Bishop Timothy Freyer urged each attendee to embrace a renewed spirit of welcome in their parishes and ministries. Bishop Freyer delivered these words of encouragement as part of “There’s More,” a celebration of the diocese’s 50th anniversary as well as a kick-off campaign designed to inspire the faithful to welcome anyone to the Catholic Church. Bishop Timothy Freyer Presents The Monstrance . . .

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The Sacred Meaning Of Catholic Vestments
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The Sacred Meaning Of Catholic Vestments

Catholics Are accustomed to a variety of religious attire. Babies wear baptismal garments, altar servers and choir members have robes, religious orders wear distinctive habits, many communicants still wear veils, and, of course, there is the long-cherished Catholic school uniform. During Mass and other sacraments, we witness clergy wearing a myriad of specialized clothing and accessories in several colors. Bishop Timothy Freyer Presides AT The Good Friday Liturgy ON April 3, 2026, AT ST. Boniface . . .

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Faith Comes To The Fair
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Faith Comes To The Fair

Many OF The Men and women who operate the rides, games and food booths at the OC Fair are devout Catholics, but the long, late hours make it nearly impossible for the dedicated workers to attend weekly Mass. Fairgoers Ride The Rcs Big Wheel And The Sky Ride AT Dusk During The Opening Day OF The OC Fair IN Costa Mesa ON Friday, July 17, 2026. Photo BY Jeff Antenore, Orange County Register/Scng So, each . . .

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In the heart of Orange County, a beacon of faith welcomes all who seek hope, healing, and connection. With its soaring architecture and vibrant community, Christ Cathedral is a place where people from every background come together to worship, grow, and serve. Rooted in Catholic tradition and open to all, it offers a spiritual home for those longing to encounter Christ and belong to something greater.

Christ Cathedral
13280 Chapman Ave
Garden Grove, CA 92840

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