On this episode of OC Catholic Radio, host Peggy Normandin welcomes guest Janelle Peregoy to the studio. Janelle is the Associate Director for the Office for Family Life and Spirituality in the Diocese of San Diego, and she has teamed up with Linda Ji and her team here in the Diocese of Orange to focus on a unique and important ministry. Together, they’ve been growing a local chapter of the Life-Giving Wounds Catholic Ministry for Adult Children of Divorce in southern California. There’s a retreat coming up, and Janelle is getting the word out to all those who can truly benefit from this time of grace and healing. Please share this podcast with a friend!
OC CATHOLIC RADIO: FORMED TO PROCLAIM – THE SHEEN PREACHING INITIATIVE
On this episode of OC Catholic Radio, Fr. Christopher Smith of the Cathedral Square podcast has a long overdue chat with our longtime host, Rick Howick. Rick stepped away from his weekly hosting duties in the Summer of 2025, as he took a position at the Catholic University of America in Washington, DC. And the work that Rick is dedicated to in 2026 is the same kind of work that Fr. Christopher has dedicated much of his own ministry to. Listen, download, and share! For more, come visit us at occatholic.com and click ‘radio.’
OC CATHOLIC RADIO: STEUBENVILLE CONFERENCES – DIOCESE OF ORANGE REVIVAL (PT. 2)
Here’s part 2 of an extraordinary podcast series on OC Catholic Radio! In this episode, you will hear from 2 speakers who were recorded LIVE before a packed crowd at Christ Cathedral. On today’s presentation, we’re going to hear from 2 inspiring speakers: Fr. Dave Pivonka and Heather Khym. Fr. Dave is the president of Franciscan University of Steubenville. He has quite the resume as a Catholic leader, speaker, author and educator. And Heather Khym is the assistant director of evangelization at Franciscan University AND cohost of the Abiding Together podcast. Listen, and SHARE!
OC CATHOLIC RADIO: STEUBENVILLE CONFERENCES – DIOCESE OF ORANGE REVIVAL (PT. 1)
Listen to the first of a 2-part podcast series on OC Catholic Radio! Be inspired by a talk given by Bishop Joe Espaillat recorded LIVE before a packed crowd at Christ Cathedral. Bishop Joe was among several speakers who travel all over the country as part of the Steubenville Conferences. You are sure to be edified by Bishop Joe’s wit and wisdom. Be sure to share this podcast with a friend!
CATHEDRAL SQUARE: THE SHROUD EXPERIENCE SPEAKER’S SERIES
Welcome to another episode of Cathedral Square featuring host Fr. Christopher Smith, the Rector Emeritus of Christ Cathedral in Garden Grove, CA. On today’s program, Father welcomes first-time guest Jon Storbeck to the studio. Formerly the Vice President and General Manager at Knott’s Berry Farm, Jon is currently the Executive Director of the Shroud Experience at Christ Cathedral. Today’s discussion centers around their quarterly speaker’s series which features Fr. Robert Spitzer which is entitled “Science, Medicine & The Shroud of Turin” to be held at the Freed Theatre.
For more info, please visit: https://theshroudexperience.com/
SOUNDS FROM THE SANCTUARY – EPISODE #64: A VISIT WITH DR. JENNIFER PASCUAL FROM ST. PATRICK’S NYC
Today’s episode features Dr. Jennifer Pascual, Organist and Director of Music at “America’s Parish Church”, St. Patrick’s Cathedral – NYC. A Southern California native, hear how she discovered the pipe organ and has gone on to direct the music for multiple Papal visits and play organ concerts on the world’s great organs – from the great Kilgen of St. Patrick’s, to historic American instruments in Massachusetts, to pipe organs in the Holy Land.
CATHEDRAL SQUARE: CATHOLIC CHARITIES OF OC CELEBRATES IT’S 50TH ANNIVERSARY
Welcome to another episode of Cathedral Square featuring host Fr. Christopher Smith, the Rector Emeritus of Christ Cathedral in Garden Grove, CA. On today’s program, Father welcomes returning guest Ellen Roy back to the studio. Ellen is the Executive Director for Catholic Charities of Orange County. In this landmark episode, Fr. Christopher and Ellen celebrate the 50th anniversary of Catholic Charities of Orange County! This is truly a celebration of God’s faithfulness to a ministry that has served countless thousands of people in the Orange Diocese over the years. Happy anniversary to Catholic Charities of OC!
OC CATHOLIC RADIO: CHIME TRAVELERS – TRAVELING BACK IN TIME TO MEET OUR PATRON SAINTS
Listen in to this delightful conversation where two good friends get to ‘catch up.’ Host Peggy Normandin takes the reins on this edition of OC Catholic Radio. Peggy hosted the popular program “Call Me Catholic” on EWTN Network Radio from 2016 to 2018. Our accomplished guest today is Lisa Hendey, award winning author, international speaker, cancer survivor and motivator. Today’s discussion centers on Lisa’s original book series for young readers called Chime Travelers. Its popularity helped inspire a new animated Chime Traveler series, produced by Family Theatre Productions. Be sure to share this inspiring podcast!
OC CATHOLIC RADIO: SPIRITUAL AND PHYSICAL TRANSFORMATION (ONE MAN’S JOURNEY)
On this powerful podcast episode, listen as host Rick Howick welcomes a local man named Vince Vasquez to the studio. Vince has been a leader for many years with the Knights of Columbus, both locally and throughout all of California. Listen as her shares his journey and walk of faith in a deep and profound way. He speaks of spiritual re-awakening with help from the Cursillo ministry that assisted him in shedding hundreds of pounds of excess body weight. He gives all the glory to God.
EPISODE #115 CATHEDRAL SQUARE: THE COMPONENTS OF A GREAT HOMILY
Welcome to another episode of Cathedral Square, featuring host Fr. Christopher Smith. Over the course of several years going back to 2015, Fr. Christopher has had the opportunity to be interviewed on another one of our popular podcasts called OC Catholic Radio. This time, Father gets to turn the tables to interview longtime host, Rick Howick. Rick stepped away from his weekly hosting duties in the Summer of 2025, as he took a position at the Catholic University of America in Washington, DC. Listen in and see what Rick has been up to.
For more, come visit us at occatholic.com and click ‘radio.’
