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!
Community Highlights
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
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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An Irish Pilgrimage Of Faith
A Group OF 54 Pilgrims from St. Vincent de Paul Catholic Church in Huntington Beach recently returned from a 10-day parish trip to Ireland. The trip came to fruition after Fr. Sweeney was invited to a concert in Vista, Calif., to hear the Irish tenor Emmet Cahill and the Irish singing group Celtic Thunder. “It was a great concert,” Fr. Kevin said. “Afterward, I was able to meet and talk with Emmet. I asked if . . .
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Bishop Vann Blesses, Dedicates Church And Altar Of The Poong Jesus Nazareno Filipino Catholic Center
One Year Ago, Bishop Kevin Vann blessed the opening of the Poong Jesus Nazareno Filipino Catholic Center in Anaheim — the only Filipino Catholic center currently operating in the United States. One year later, on July 21, 2026, Bishop Vann returned to perform the sacred liturgical rite of consecrating the altar in the center’s chapel and serving as the main celebrant for the first Mass in the newly dedicated space. Bishop Vann Performs The Sacred . . .
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Christ Cathedral
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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