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LIFETIME LEGACY SPECIAL ISSUE: LEGACY OF SERVICE

Frank Chavez adopted a simple motto that has buoyed him through 37 years as a deacon and the last 20... 

 

‘TIS THE SEASON

As we bid farewell to Thanksgiving, it’s now time to create our Christmas shopping lists. While choosing the right gift... 

by CATHI DOUGLAS 

A COMMUNITY MILESTONE

A 50th birthday is a major milestone, whether it’s the life of a person or a church parish. That’s why... 

by Nicole Gregory 

A SACRED GROUND

Down in San Juan Capistrano, there are many who will know where you’re headed when you say you’re going to... 

by BRADLEY ZINT 

MEN OF DIGNITY

On Oct. 23, with the seats filled to capacity inside Christ Cathedral, Bishop Vann presided over an ordination Mass that... 

by JENELYN RUSSO 

Local

DIOCESAN NEWS

The Diocese of Orange will hold the Retirement Fund for Religious collection Dec. 4-5. The parish-based appeal is coordinated by…

MOMENTS IN OUR JOURNEY

A scroll honoring deceased members of the community hangs by the altar of St. Boniface Church in Anaheim.  

DIOCESAN NEWS

During Advent we prepare ourselves for Christ’ birth through preparation and Penance. Here’s a list of our parishes offering a…

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Christ Cathedral

SERVING FAITHFULLY

Catholics in legal and medical occupations gathered at Christ Cathedral at two separate Masses this month to receive the Church’s…

OUR PLACE OF REST

Reflection, serenity and hope are at the heart of the Christ Cathedral Memorial Gardens expansion, a project that more than…

‘NEVER FORGET’

Christ Cathedral’s bells in the Crean Tower tolled on Saturday, Sept. 11, as the Diocese of Orange honored and remembered…

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Sports

THE RETURN TO SPORTS

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

ON THE RISE

Prior to saying goodbye to the Class of 2021, several senior high school athletes were recognized this spring for their…

SANTA MARGARITA HOLDS VIRTUAL SIGNING DAY

In the final collegiate signing day period of the school year, Santa Margarita Catholic High School honored nine athletes from…

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Local Headlines

AROUND OUR DIOCESE
ST. NICHOLAS: A TRUE ADVENT SAINT Learn about St. Nicholas, make a craft and enjoy a continental breakfast. Adults welcome...

MOMENTS IN OUR JOURNEY
Bishop Kevin Vann presides over the 11th annual Mass of Remembrance on Nov. 6 at San Juan Capistrano’s Old Mission...

THE SYNOD ON SYNODALITY IN THE DIOCESE OF ORANGE
Since the earliest moments  in the Church’s history, the “assembly” (σύνοδος, synodos) of her bishops as shepherds of the faithful,...

Opinion Headlines

REFLECTION ON DIACONATE
“God Willing” is a phrase that was said from the very first day of diaconate formation. The phrase “God Willing”...

A FRIENDSHIP SPANNING DECADES
I’ve known Bishop Kevin for many years. We met in Rome at the Casa Santa Maria in 1983. That year...

ASK FATHER AL
Father, I am a Catholic but I have a lot of questions about what I believe. I’m thinking about leaving?...

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

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…

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…

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World Headlines

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...

POPE FRANCIS PRAYS FOR A RENEWAL OF THE SACRAMENT OF RECONCILIATION
Vatican City, Mar 3, 2021 / 05:00 am (CNA) – Pope Francis’ prayer intention for the month of March is...

Education

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,…

SUPERINTENDENT BARISANO JOINS PONTIFICAL UNIVERSITY’S ACCOUNTABILITY WEBINAR

Last month, Superintendent of Catholic Schools in the Diocese of Orange, Dr. Erin Barisano, participated as a panelist in a…

A STRONG COMMUNITY MAKES THE DIFFERENCE

What started out as effort to generate funds for new school sports and PE equipment turned into a big opportunity to renew community spirit at St. John the Baptist Catholic School.

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Education Headlines

ST. JOSEPH SCHOOL RECEIVES TECHNOLOGY GIFT
The staff at St. Joseph Catholic School in Santa Ana received some unexpected gifts recently when a generous donation provided...

ST. BONAVENTURE TACKLES INTERSECTION OF SCIENCE AND FAITH
Science and faith – can they coexist in the same space? In our present Covid-era world, it seems that the two belief systems might forever remain in conflict.  

SENIORS SIGN UP
The celebration of high school senior athletes who have committed to playing their respective sports at the collegiate level continued...

HEALTHY CHILDREN OF GOD AT SAINT JOHN THE BAPTIST CHURCH
With a continued emphasis on supporting the needs of the whole student, St. John the Baptist Catholic School encouraged its...