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
All In The Family
The Little Girl Told her mother: “I want to go to Jesus University.” Anna Hernandez was puzzled. After all, her daughter, Isabella Aliah, was only 4. But Hernandez quickly realized what Isabella meant: She wanted to attend St. Justin Martyr Catholic School, which serves K-8 students from Anaheim and surrounding communities. Gathering For A Group Photo AT ST. Justin Martyr School IN Anaheim, FR. Sergio Ramos Stands With 10 OF His Nieces And Nephews. Back . . .
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Art Blooms At Sisters’ Annual Event
ON A Beautiful Saturday afternoon in May, nearly 400 guests gathered in the St. Joseph Center Garden to support the ministries of the Sisters of St. Joseph of Orange, who have played an important role in the health and well-being of Orange County residents for more than 100 years. David And Roxanne O’Brien Check Out Some OF The Offerings Available IN The Silent Auction During The Art IN Garden Event AT The ST. Joseph Center . . .
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A Call To The Diaconate
Deacon Tom Saenz didn’t enter the Diocese of Orange’s permanent diaconate, expecting to one day lead it. “I thought I’d be working with the poor,” he said. “That’s what really attracted me.” Deacon Tom Saenz IS Pictured During A 2025 Diaconate Food Distribution Event. Photos BY Ian Tran/Diocese OF Orange However, even before he was ordained, he was approached by Deacon Frank Chavez to consider succeeding him as director of the Office of the Permanent . . .
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Shroud Of Turin Exhibit Gives Special Visitors The Royal Treatment
IN The Wake OF King Charles Iii’s visit to the United States, the Diocese of Orange received an aristocratic visitor of its own recently. His Royal Highness Emanuele Filiberto of Savoy, Prince of Piedmont and of Venice, came to the Christ Cathedral campus on May 1. The prince is a member of the House of Savoy, Italy’s former royal family, and is the grandson of H.M. King Umberto II, the last king of Italy. After . . .
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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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