More than 700 people gathered on the Christ Cathedral campus for “Evangelize Now 2026: His Love!” On Saturday, October 17, attendees spent the day exploring the great story of God’s love through worship, prayer and reflection. Speaker sessions throughout the day featured Chris Stefanick - Real Life Catholic, Father Gaston Mendiola of Our Lady of Guadalupe in La Habra and Sister Teresa Thu Hong Dao of the Lovers of the Holy Cross of Los Angeles. After a full day of moving testimonies, the event ended with a closing Mass presided over by Bishop Timothy Freyer. 🙏 Thank you to everyone who joined us. Please join us in praying that God’s love continues to transform us all into saints.

On Sunday, we gave thanks to our OC Healthcare & Mental Health Professionals! 🩺⚕️ Presided by Bishop Kevin Vann, the annual White Mass honored those who serve in the sacred work of healing, recognizing the many contributions of our healthcare community: doctors, nurses, technicians and all medical personnel. The White Mass tradition in the U.S. dates back to the 1930s with the formation of the Catholic Medical Association. 🙏St. Luke, patron saint of physicians and surgeons, pray for us!

In just one week, we’re gathering at Christ Cathedral for a vibrant celebration of heritage and remembrance! 💐 Hosted by the Office of Hispanic Ministry, Catholic Cemeteries and the Office of Youth & Young Adults of the Diocese of Orange, this event celebrates Día de Los Muertos through art, culture and community to honor our loved ones who died. Ministries from across Orange County will create altars to remember their parents, siblings and friends displayed across the cathedral grounds. Attendees will enjoy cultural performances, live music, pop-up vendors, children’s activities and so much more. 🗓️ Saturday, October 24 | 5:30-9:30PM Don’t miss it! Get your free e-ticket at eventbrite.com/e/noche-de-al…

Mater Dei High School is breaking ground on some exciting new campus upgrades! On Friday, October 16, Bishop Vann blessed and attended a groundbreaking ceremony for new building projects at Mater Dei High School in Santa Ana. The projects, which are more than 30 years in the making, include a 32,000-square-foot Performing Arts Center with a 550-seat theater, five new tennis courts next to the Meruelo Athletic Center and a new Campus Security Center. This important investment, part of the school’s Spirit of Mater Dei Campaign, will give the theater, dance, choir and instrumental music programs a new home and bring the tennis program back to campus. 🙏 Congratulations to the entire Mater Dei community! Join us in praying for these projects and for the students who will learn and grow in these new spaces.

Last Wednesday, Bishop Kevin Vann blessed the new Perpetual Adoration Chapel at Christ Cathedral. 🙏 The special blessing began with a Mass celebrating the second anniversary of the dedication of the St. Callistus Chapel, followed by a Eucharistic procession to the Perpetual Adoration Chapel. Located at the base of the Crean Tower, the chapel now offers 24/7 Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament. The space features a new marble stand holding a monstrance with the fully visible Eucharist. Christ Cathedral is now the fourth site in our diocese offering Perpetual Adoration, joining St. Angela Merici, St. Martin de Porres and St. John the Baptist. Sign-up for Adoration at christcathedral.weadorehim.c…

Today, we celebrate the 100th Anniversary of World Mission Sunday. 🙏 Watch this message from Pope Leo XIV and consider how you can help bring the Gospel to those most in need. 🌍✝️ All are invited to give generously at rcbo.org/ministry/mission-of…

Mark your calendar: This Sunday is World Mission Sunday! 🌍🙏 Pope Leo XIV is calling the whole Church to celebrate the 100th anniversary of World Mission Sunday, and our diocesan Mission Office, led by Fr. Christopher Heath, is helping us answer that call together. This annual collection supports churches in Asia, Africa, the Pacific Islands, Latin America and Europe. Through their witness to Christ, missionaries around the world work tirelessly to bring practical aid to the poor, along with the experience of God’s love, mercy, hope and peace. This Sunday, October 18, please give to the World Mission Sunday collection at your parish, or donate today at rcbo.org/ministry/mission-of… Give generously. Give sacrificially. ✝️

Congratulations to our newly ordained permanent deacons! 🎉🙏 On Saturday, October 10, twelve men of the Class of 2026 were ordained to the Permanent Diaconate at Christ Cathedral. After five years of formation, they are ready and eager to serve the Church as Servi Christi, Servants of Christ. Please keep these men and their families in your prayers: Deacon Marco Cabbibo Deacon Jay Carr Deacon Jim Carter Deacon Rigo Contreras Deacon Edwin Ferrell Deacon Jim Hart Deacon Bob Martin Deacon Bernardo Reyes Deacon Arturo Rodriguez Deacon Victor Soto Deacon Chris Tran Deacon Huy Tran Let’s congratulate them in the comments below! ⬇️

The Diocese of Orange joins Catholics around the world in praying for our Holy Father, Pope Leo XIV, as he recovers from surgery and receives treatment following his lung cancer diagnosis. We are grateful for the skill and care of his medical team, and for the positive news that the operation went well.   We ask all our faithful as well as all people of good will to remember our Holy Father, along with those who care for him, in their prayers.   May the Lord grant him strength, healing and peace. Amen.

Calling all OC healthcare and mental health professionals! 🩺⚕️ This Sunday, October 18, on the Feast of St. Luke the Evangelist, patron saint of physicians and surgeons, we’re gathering at the @christcathedralca Arboretum at 3 PM for the annual White Mass. The Mass takes its name from the white coats worn by those who serve in healthcare, and the tradition dates back to the 1930s in the U.S., growing alongside the Catholic Medical Association. All healthcare and mental health professionals and their families are warmly invited to join us. We can’t wait to see you there! 🙏

Happy birthday, Bishop Freyer! 🎂🎉 Today we celebrate Bishop Freyer and give thanks for his leadership and service here in the Diocese of Orange. Join us in sharing your prayers and birthday wishes in the comments below. ⬇️🎉

Blessed Archbishop Fulton Sheen has returned to Christ Cathedral! 🙏 In honor of his recent beatification, Christ Cathedral hosted veneration of Blessed Sheen relics, vespers and a blessing ceremony for a Sheen statue on Oct. 6. Members of the Military and Hospitaller Order of St. Lazarus of Jerusalem, of which Blessed Sheen was also a member, joined us for the celebration. Blessed Archbishop Sheen preached on this campus during its Crystal Cathedral era, where he spoke to an ecumenical congregation at the Arboretum in 1972. The bronze statue, commissioned by the Crystal Cathedral in the 1990s, has returned to the grounds near the Arboretum thanks to a generous loan from the Santiago Retreat Center. Fr. Al Baca, episcopal vicar of ecumenism and inter-religion, reflected on Blessed Sheen’s legacy, noting that he was “building bridges with other Christian leaders and communities” before ecumenism was a normal part of Catholic life. Watch the livestream of the veneration at youtube.com/live/BZVkB7pQwUM…

Are you ready to answer God’s call? 🙏 Our Fall 2026 Men’s Discernment Series for Priestly & Religious Vocations kicks off tomorrow! This FREE six-week series is open to single young men ages 18-35 who want to grow in recognizing God’s activity in their lives. It’s a great place to start if you’re just beginning to discern. Fr. Cheeyoon Chun, Director of Vocations, will lead the series along with guest speakers. 🗓️ Tuesdays at 7 PM, October 13 through November 17 📍 Pastoral Center at Christ Cathedral Learn more & register at: docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F…

Reminiscing on past moments from Evangelize Now! ⏮️ We are only one week away from “Evangelize Now 2026: His Love.” Join us at Christ Cathedral as we explore the great story of God’s love! Hear from inspiring speakers at our speaker sessions featuring Chris Stefanick - Real Life Catholic, Father Gaston Mendiola of Our Lady of Guadalupe in La Habra and Sister Teresa Thu Hong Dao of the Lovers of the Holy Cross of Los Angeles. Don’t miss the opportunity for worship and praise, prayer and reflection at this exciting event. After a day of powerful testimonies, the event will end with a closing Mass presided over by Bishop Timothy Freyer. 🙏 📍 Christ Cathedral 🗓️ Saturday, October 17 | 8:30AM-4:30PM Interested in a LOVE that has the power to transform us into saints? Register for Evangelize Now today at rcbo.org/evangelize-now-2026…

Discerning God’s call? 🙏 Join us for the Fall 2026 Men's Discernment Series for Priestly & Religious Vocations, a free six-week series for single young men ages 18-35 who want to grow in discerning God’s activity in their hearts. It’s an excellent starting point if you’re just beginning your journey. This series will be facilitated by Fr. Cheeyoon Chun, Director of Vocations, along with various guest speakers. 🗓️ Tuesdays at 7 PM, October 13 through November 17 📍 Pastoral Center at Christ Cathedral Learn more at and register today at: docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F…

Yesterday, we gave thanks for our OC Legal Community! The 38th annual Red Mass hosted by the St. Thomas More Society took place at Christ Cathedral on October 5. The Mass, presided by Bishop Kevin Vann, recognizes the Catholic faithful within the legal community, such as judges, lawyers and paralegals. The name “Red Mass” was taken from the brilliant scarlet vestments worn by the Mass celebrant and Lord High Justices in England, where Red Masses have been celebrated since around 1310. In Orange County, the tradition began in 1988 with many jurists and members of the Bar actively participating. 🙏 Let us continue to pray for these individuals as they serve our OC community. 🗓️ Be sure to join us for the White Mass for Healthcare and Mental Health Providers on Sunday, October 18 at 3PM in the Christ Cathedral Arboretum!

Let’s give thanks to our OC Healthcare & Mental Health Professionals! 🩺⚕️ On October 18, the Feast of St. Luke the Evangelist, patron saint of physicians and surgeons, we invite all healthcare and mental health professionals and their families to join us at Christ Cathedral Arboretum at 3PM for the annual White Mass. Named for the white coats worn by those who serve in healthcare, the White Mass tradition in the U.S. dates back to the 1930s, originating alongside the development of the Catholic Medical Association. We hope to see you there!

Join us for a vibrant celebration of heritage and remembrance at Christ Cathedral! 💐🙏🕯️ Hosted by the Office of Hispanic Ministry, Catholic Cemeteries and the Office of Youth & Young Adults of the Diocese of Orange, this event celebrates Día de Los Muertos through art, culture and community to honor our loved ones who died. Ministries from across Orange County will create altars to remember their parents, siblings and friends displayed across the cathedral grounds. Attendees will enjoy cultural performances, live music, pop-up vendors, children’s activities and so much more. 🗓️ Saturday, October 24 | 5:30-9:30PM You won’t want to miss this! Get your free e-ticket at: rcbo.org/noche-de-altares

St. Francis of Assisi, patron saint of animals, pray for us! 🐾 On his feast day, we remember how St. Francis saw every creature as a gift from God. We loved seeing your furry friends at the Blessing of the Animals at Saints Simon & Jude Catholic Church and St. Hedwig Catholic Church. 🦮🐈🦜 👉 Keep tagging us in all your Blessing of the Animals posts!