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OUR LADY OF CZESTOCHOWA

In 2022, Teresa Wyszomirski, a native of Poland and longtime resident of Anaheim Hills, met with then rector of the... 

by LOU PONSI 

NO EASY FEAT

When St. Joachim Church in Costa Mesa opened its doors in 1965, the congregation was small. The restrooms – two... 

by LOU PONSI 

FROM BISHOP VANN

Dear Brothers and Sisters All, In these days of the Christmas season, I am writing these words from Vietnam. I... 

by THE MOST REVEREND KEVIN W. VANN, JCD, DD  

IN REMEMBRANCE

Leaders from several faith traditions gathered together on Dec. 21, at the Lutheran Church of the Cross in Laguna Woods... 

by NICOLE GREGORY 

POPE EMERITUS BENEDICT XVI DIES AT AGE 95

The Diocese of Orange has released a statement regarding the recent passing of Pope Emeritus Benedict XVI. The former head... 

by STAFF 

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AROUND OUR DIOCESE

MASS AND DINNER FOR MARRIED COUPLES In celebration of National Marriage Week and World Marriage Day 2023, treat yourself and…

MOMENTS IN OUR JOURNEY

The Undertones, a subset of the University of Notre Dame Glee Club, performed at the Arboretum on the Christ Cathedral…

OC’S MOST INFLUENTIAL

Christ Cathedral Rector Fr. Bao Thai, Mater Dei High School President Michael Brennan, JSerra coach Keith Orahood, Garden of Hope…

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VOICES RAISED IN SONG

The Diocese of Orange  and Christ Cathedral will host an Interfaith Choral Festival and Prayer Service later this month as…

WE ALL HAVE A PLACE AND PURPOSE AT CHRIST’S TABLE

On Dec. 15, representatives of the Deaf, Blind, Disable and Indigenous People of the Americas communities, before given a tour…

I THIRST ORANGE COUNTY

This was a day to rejoice, a day to be inspired by spirit filled testimonies from dynamic speakers, a day…

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SPORTS AND FAITH

After a two-year plus hiatus due to the COVID-19 pandemic, Bob Gibson is back hosting “Catholic Sports View,” a weekly…

FALL SPORTS PREVIEW

All three Diocese of Orange High Schools—Mater Dei, Santa Margarita and Rosary Academy—compete in the Trinity League, which boasts some…

THE RETURN TO SPORTS

For the first time in two years, back to school also means back to sports as Diocese of Orange Catholic…

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MISSIONARIES FROM HOME: ST. PAUL MISSION CIRCLE CONTINUES NEARLY 60-YEAR LEGACY
Each year when the Christmas season is upon us, our minds may turn to how we can give to those...

MOMENTS IN OUR JOURNEY
At St. Anne Catholic Church in Seal Beach, we’ve celebrated Midnight Mass at 9 p.m. on Christmas Eve since s...

AROUND OUR DIOCESE
THE YEAR OF HAZEL CONCERT SERIES The Year of Hazel concert series continued on Dec. 16 with the Christmas at...

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NATIONAL VOCATIONS WEEK
What is a vocation? How do I discern my vocation? Is it possible to know God’s will for my life?...

RESPECT FOR ALL LIFE
We are all precious gifts from God. We were intentionally created by Him to serve a unique purpose in His...

RESPECT FOR LIFE BEGINS AND ENDS IN GOD
For Catholics across the country and for us here in the Diocese of Orange, October marks Respect Life Month. In...

National

FILM LETS DEVOTEES PROVIDE VISUAL, EMOTIONAL SUBSTANCE OF LOURDES’ STORY

NEW YORK (CNS) — In the documentary “Lourdes” (Distrib Films), filmmakers Alban Teurlai and Thierry Demaiziere present a moving portrait…

MIAMI CATHOLIC PARISH SAYS 10 OF ITS FAMILIES STILL MISSING AFTER COLLAPSE

MIAMI BEACH, Fla. (CNS) — It is an understatement to say the people and staff of St. Joseph Parish will…

U.S. BISHOPS WILL GATHER VIRTUALLY FOR THEIR JUNE 16-18 SPRING ASSEMBLY

WASHINGTON (CNS) — When they gather virtually for their annual spring assembly June 16-18, the U.S. bishops will be asked…

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PHILADELPHIA ARCHBISHOP: ‘NOTHING COMPARES’ TO BEING PHYSICALLY PRESENT AT SUNDAY MASS
Washington D.C., May 25, 2021 / 04:01 pm (CNA) - The Archbishop of Philadelphia this week invited Catholics back to Sunday Mass, emphasizing the importance of in-person attendance. 

GRAD STUDENTS LIFT ELDERLY PARISHIONERS’ SPIRITS ONE CONVERSATION AT A TIME
SAN DIEGO (CNS) — In the early days of the COVID-19 pandemic, Dr. Wendell Callahan became aware of two demographic...

ST. JOSEPH’S DAY CAN HAVE ITS CAKE — AND MEAT WITH IT TOO
WASHINGTON (CNS) — St. Patrick’s Day has its corned beef and cabbage and St. Joseph’s Day has zeppoles — Italian...

CATHOLIC HEALTH CARE OFFICIALS AIM TO GET COVID-19 VACCINE TO EVERYONE
WASHINGTON (CNS) — To make sure COVID-19 vaccines reach everyone, Catholic health care officials are working to overcome hurdles of...

World

POPE BENEDICT: EIGHT YEARS AS POPE CAPPED LONG MINISTRY AS TEACHER OF FAITH

VATICAN CITY (CNS) —Retired Pope Benedict XVI, who had an impressive record as a teacher and defender of the basics…

CATHOLIC NEWS AROUND THE WORLD

BALTIMORE (CNS) — The U.S. bishops approved their statement on the Eucharist with 222 “yes” votes Nov. 17, the second…

AFGHANISTAN: POPE LAUNCHES APPEAL FOR FASTING, PRAYERS FOR GOD’S MERCY

VATICAN CITY (CNS) — With increased violence unfolding in Afghanistan, Pope Francis appealed to all Christians to fast and intensify…

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World Headlines

AS BISHOPS BEGIN LIFTING DISPENSATION, CATHOLICS RETURN TO IN-PERSON MASS
INDIANAPOLIS (CNS) — As Catholic parishes across the country are loosening pandemic Mass restrictions and several bishops are lifting the...

Vatican’s electric vehicle fleet now includes a Leaf
VATICAN CITY (CNS) — Marking World Environment Day and preparations for a major global meeting on climate change in November,...

POPE ASKS ALL CATHOLICS TO STEP UP COMMITMENT TO SAVING CREATION
VATICAN CITY (CNS) — To help lead the world’s Catholics along a journey of intensified action in caring for creation,...

SHROUD OF TURIN TO GO ON VIRTUAL DISPLAY FOR HOLY SATURDAY
Rome Newsroom, Mar 4, 2021 / 03:00 am (CNA) – For the second time, the Shroud of Turin will be...

Education

LEADERSHIP IN ORANGE COUNTY CATHOLIC SCHOOLS

When St. John the Baptist eighth grade student Kevin O’Hara was asked what he would like to accomplish in his…

THE SHOW MUST GO ON

Whether they are singers, dancers, actors or musicians, every performer will likely face a situation where they are forced to…

A SNOWY DAY IN SAN CLEMENTE

Well, it wasn’t quite white-out conditions, but snow did cover a corner of the green field area of Our Lady…

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THE POWER OF FAITH
As Catholics, the concepts of divine intervention and miracles are at the forefront of our spiritual life, expressed through homilies...

ROSARY ACADEMY ALUM PUBLISHES NEW CHILDREN’S BOOK
Katie Fang is a 2022 graduate of Rosary Academy. She is currently attending UCLA and recently wrote and illustrated her...

CURIOSITY IS KEY
Sts. Simon & Jude Catholic School in Huntington Beach recently unveiled its new Innovation Lab and with its launch, ignited...

HONDA CENTER HOSTS SMCHS GRADUATION
Santa Margarita Catholic High School’s class of 2021 had the rare opportunity to graduate on stage at The Honda Center,...