A Statement from the Bishops of Orange on the Election of the Holy Father Pope Leo XIV

Bishop Vann, the bishops, priests, deacons, religious and the Catholic faithful of the Diocese of Orange join the entire world today in giving thanks to God for the election of our new Holy Father, Pope Leo XIV, a man of great faith and integrity who will lead the church in a journey of faith, hope and love.

We are blessed that Pope Leo XIV harbors a deep commitment to proclaiming the Gospel and a pastoral heart that reflects Christ’s mercy and compassion.

To our diocese and all people of goodwill, we invite you to join in prayer for the Holy Father, so that God may grant him wisdom, courage and peace as he guides the Church into the future.

Lastly, we thank the College of Cardinals, guided by the Holy Spirit, in reaching this monumental decision.

May our Blessed Mother Mary intercede for him and all of us, as we continue the journey of faith together under the leadership of Pope Leo XIV.

In Christ’s love,

Bishop Kevin W. Vann

Auxiliary Bishop Timothy E. Freyer

Auxiliary Bishop Thanh Thai Nguyen

CAMPUS HOURS: Daily: 6 a.m. – 10 p.m. (Cathedral closes at 9 p.m.)

PARISH OFFICE HOURS: Monday to Friday: 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. | Saturday and Sunday: 8:30 a.m. – 3 p.m.

TOUR INFORMATION: Cathedral Tour, Monday – Thursday, 1 p.m. and 2 p.m. | Campus Tour, Friday, 10 a.m. and 1 p.m.

GIFT SHOP HOURS: Monday to Thursday: 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. | Friday: 10 a.m. – 7 p.m. | Saturday and Sunday: 9 a.m. – 7 p.m.

Dear Brothers and Sisters in Christ,

Thank you for visiting the Christ Cathedral website. If you’re visiting this site to learn more about Christ Cathedral campus, or how you can become a part of our parish community, you are in the right place.

The Christ Cathedral website increases awareness of the many services and functions Christ Cathedral and its campus make available to parishioners and the public, everything from events to enjoy and celebrate to opportunities to help and serve others.

In addition to the site’s focus on Christ Cathedral, its many public amenities, and its future as the hub of Catholic worship in Orange County, the website pays tribute to the cathedral’s extensive history, from its construction in 1980 when it was known as Crystal Cathedral, to its comprehensive renovation and dedication in 2019 as Christ Cathedral.

Thank you for visiting.
Very Reverend Bao Thai