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THE SPIRIT OF GIVING

The Catholic faith is embedded into the city of Santa Ana, and John Heffernan’s family played an instrumental role in... 

by LORI ROSEHART 

‘COME, LORD JESUS’

A few days before he passed away on Oct. 15, Bishop Emeritus Tod David Brown spent some time in his... 

by GREG HARDESTY 

AROUND OUR DIOCESE

ROMANCE OF THE MISSION GALA This year’s Romance of the Mission benefit gala was held on Sept. 22 on the... 

 

CELEBRATING THE SERVICE OF OUR DIOCESE OF ORANGE VETERANS

Several members of our diocesan religious have previously served our nation as members of the Armed Forces and are privileged... 

by RON KUZLIK 

ESCAPE FROM THE HOLY LAND

They went to the Holy Land on a pilgrimage to get closer to God. They say it’s a miracle they... 

by GREG HARDESTY 

Local

A PILGRIMAGE OF FAITH

An Orange County doctor who is producing virtual reality (VR) videos of sacred Christian sites around the world recently posted…

ON NOV. 7, CONGRESSMAN LUIS CORREA (CA-46) WAS ABLE TO TAKE TIME ON THE HOUSE FLOOR TO HONOR THE LIFE AND LEGACY OF BISHOP BROWN

“Today I rise to honor the lift of my good friend Bishop Emeritus Tod Brown who recently passed away at…

PAYING IT FORWARD

For her 50th birthday, Amy Glenane wanted to do what she does best: celebrate others. So over the course of…

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Christ Cathedral

CHRIST CATHEDRAL CAMPUS HOSTS FIRST-EVER “THE HOUR OF THE LAITY: A LAY CATHOLIC CONFERENCE”

The first-ever “The Hour of the Laity: A Lay Catholic Conference” recently held on the campus of Christ Cathedral provided…

EL SEÑOR DE LOS MILAGROS

The procession of El Señor de los Milagros, or The Lord of Miracles, is one of the most sacred Catholic…

DIOCESE OF ORANGE WELCOMES NEW PERMANENT DEACONS

The Diocese of Orange welcomed 19 new permanent deacons on Oct. 14 at Christ Cathedral. Ordained by Bishop Kevin Vann,…

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Sports

TACKLING A NEW ROLE

Taking over as head coach of a nationally heralded high school football program where your predecessor held the post for…

RAISE THE FLAG

Girls flag football is now an official high school sport in Orange County and all three Diocese of Orange Catholic…

“THE WINNING TRADITION BEGAN HERE”

As the head football coach at Mater Dei from 1957 to 1965, Richard “Dick” Coury led the Monarchs to three…

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Local Headlines

OC CATHOLIC ABROAD
Erlinda Salazar from San Antonio De Padua parish in Anaheim Hills and Maria Moorhead of St. Columban parish in Garden...

HONORING VETERANS
They call him “Sgt. Bob.” That’s the moniker bestowed on Bob Kohler by his fellow parishioners at St. Thomas More...

ANSWERING GOD’S CALL: A PERSONAL TESTIMONY
When I was about 14 years old, I felt the desire to give my life entirely to God during Eucharistic...

Opinion Headlines

THE VALUES TAUGHT IN SCHOOL SHAPE SOCIETY
School is one the places parents trust to build their child’s character and prepare them to be the outstanding citizens...

NATIONAL VOCATIONS AWARENESS WEEK
The word “vocation,” just like the word “love,” tends to slip into a place of ambiguity. Many different definitions of...

MY CATHOLIC FAITH
I’m currently a junior at Servite High School. Twelve years of Catholic education has helped me become closer to God...

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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National Headlines

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…

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…

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…

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World Headlines

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...

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,...

Education

“IF THESE WALLS COULD TALK”

Mission San Juan Capistrano has unveiled a new audio tour program — just in time for back to school. NATHAN…

SCHOLARSHIPS MOTIVATE STUDENTS TO GIVE BACK

Growing up, Lilly Ruiz spent countless hours in religion classes and sitting with friends in the back pews at St….

ST. ANNE SCHOOL MAKES MUSIC AT MARIACHI NATIONALS

Students from St. Anne School’s bourgeoning mariachi program sharpened their skills and had fun while doing so during their recent…

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Education Headlines

LEADERSHIP IN ORANGE COUNTY CATHOLIC SCHOOLS
St. Columban School’s  Brandon Fragoso is the final leader spotlight of the 2022-2023 school year. He has made a remarkable...

IN MEMORIAM: JESSE LOPEZ, ST. JUNIPERO SERRA CATHOLIC SCHOOL
“Jesse loved this school so much. It will be very difficult to fill his shoes.” —Elise Trent   St. Junipero...

CATHOLIC IDENTITY AND SPIRITUAL ROOM PARENTS
St. Francis of Assisi Elementary School is known for providing an outstanding Catholic, whole child education for preschool through eighth-grade...

OUR LADY OF FATIMA ACADEMY CELEBRATES NEW OC SHERIFF SUBSTATION
Our Lady of Fatima Academy recently hosted a grand opening celebration for a new OC Sheriff substation located on the...