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Podcast – OC CatholicCATHEDRAL SQUARE – EPISODE #118: PROJECT ROSARY (HONORING THOSE WHO SERVE)
Welcome to Cathedral Square with host Fr. Christopher Smith, Rector Emeritus of Christ Cathedral in Garden Grove, CA. Today, he welcomes Deacon Pete Morales…
Podcast – OC CatholicOC CATHOLIC RADIO: WORLD MISSION SUNDAY
On this episode of OC Catholic Radio, guest host Lisa Hendey welcomes Father Christopher Heath for a conversation on World Mission Sunday. Fr. Heath grew up in…
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OC CATHOLIC RADIO: HABIT AND COLLAR TALENT SHOWCASE
On this episode of OC Catholic Radio, we are delighted to bring you the sights and sounds (mostly the sounds) of the inaugural Habit & Collar Talent Showcase!…
Podcast – OC CatholicSOUNDS FROM THE SANCTUARY – EPISODE #68: REMEMBERING RICHARD UNFRIED
This year we mourn the loss of Richard Unfried. A lifetime organist and church musician, Richard helped lead Christian worship from the organ bench of many…
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OC CATHOLIC RADIO: THE NEW EVANGELIZATION IN THE AGE OF AI
On this episode of OC Catholic Radio, host Rick Howick welcomes Keith Hoang as our special guest. Keith is presenting a groundbreaking conference being held at…
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SOUNDS FROM THE SANCTUARY – EPISODE #67: AMERICA 250
In celebration of America’s 250 Birthday, today’s Episode features American Organists (our own David Ball, Dr. Emma Whitten, and Agatha Teague), playing…
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OC CATHOLIC RADIO: THE GREAT WORK BEING DONE AT THE ORANGE CATHOLIC FOUNDATION
On this episode of OC Catholic Radio, host Lisa Hendey welcomes Kathleen Hurtt, a wife, mother, and lifelong Catholic whose 25-year nonprofit career has been…
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OC CATHOLIC RADIO: A PERSONAL REFLECTION ON THE MINISTRY OF LEGATUS OC
In this week’s episode, host Lisa Hendey welcomes business leader, father, and former professional athlete and coach Jéan-Paul Afif for a conversation…
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SOUNDS FROM THE SANCTUARY – DAVID ENLOW IN CONCERT
An evening of improvisation and classical music on the Hazel Wright Organ, featuring David Enlow, a choir master and music director, praised as a “commanding”…
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SOUNDS FROM THE SANCTUARY – CHRIST CATHEDRAL ORGAN & CHORAL SCHOLARS IN CONCERT
An annual showcase of young musical talents presented by the organ scholars and choral scholars of the Christ Cathedral music program. Find more at…
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OC CATHOLIC RADIO: LIFE-GIVING WOUNDS – CATHOLIC MINISTRY FOR ADULT CHILDREN OF DIVORCE
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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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CATHEDRAL SQUARE: THE PEACE IN THE STORM PROJECT
Welcome to another episode of Cathedral Square, featuring host Fr. Christopher Smith. On today’s podcast, Father welcomes special guest Maureen Pratt to the…
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OC CATHOLIC RADIO: THE SHROUD – WHAT I SAW AND HOW I SEE IT
On today’s broadcast, co-hosts Bradley Zint and Andrew Meehan visit with a delightful gentleman named Deacon Pete Schumacher. “The Shroud of Turin: An…
Podcast – OC CatholicCATHOLIC SPORTS VIEW: SERVITE HIGH SCHOOL WELCOMES A FAMILIAR FACE BACK TO CAMPUS
On this episode of Catholic Sports View: This week, football is back in the headlines as Servite welcomes a familiar face back to campus. Rick Garretson…
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SOUNDS FROM THE SANCTUARY – MASS OF THE AMERICAS
Frank La Rocca is David’s guest on this episode of Sounds from the Sanctuary. His recent composition Mass of the Americas has made him a household name in…
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OC CATHOLIC RADIO: A WORD FOR THE YEAR TO GUIDE YOUR SPIRITUAL JOURNEY
Together on today’s broadcast, we’ll discover the transformative power of prayer with an assist from speaker Beth Davis. Beth is the Director of Formation for…
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CATHEDRAL SQUARE: THE 250th ANNIVERSARY OF MISSION SAN JUAN CAPISTRANO
Welcome to another episode of Cathedral Square, featuring host Fr. Christopher Smith. In case you hadn’t heard, it’s not just the United States of America…
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OC CATHOLIC RADIO: EXPLORING HEAVEN, SALVATION AND THE LIFE OF PRIESTS WITH FR. WILL GOLDIN AND FR. GREGORY PINE
Live from the 2025 “I AM: A Beacon of Hope” Eucharistic Congress, listen in as Fr. William Goldin, S.Th.D., engages with Fr. Gregory Pine, O.P., S.Th.D., to…
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OC CATHOLIC RADIO: THE FULTON J. SHEEN EXCELLENCE IN PREACHING INITIATIVE
The following edition of Orange County Catholic Radio is a segment we lifted from a recent broadcast of Empowered by the Spirit (with co-hosts Deacon Steve…
Podcast – OC CatholicFR. IAN’S HOMILIES: THE BLOSSOMING OF THE CROSS
“And beginning with Moses and all the prophets, [Jesus] interpreted to them in all the Scriptures the things concerning Himself” (Luke 24.27)—and in doing so…
Podcast – OC CatholicEMPOWERED BY THE SPIRIT: EUCHARISTIC MIRACLES (THREADS OF GOLD)
In this episode of Empowered by the Spirit, co-hosts Deacon Steve Greco and Katie Hughes welcome a very special guest to the studio, Dani O’Dell. Dani is an…
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CATHOLIC SPORTS VIEW: SANTA MARGARITA’S CIF FOOTBALL CHAMPIONSHIP
On this episode of Catholic Sports View: This week, we celebrate Santa Margarita’s CIF Football Championship as Bob talks with head coach Carson Palmer…
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SOUNDS FROM THE SANCTUARY: MEET AGATHA TEAGUE
Meet Agatha Teague, Christ Cathedral’s new Associate Organist. David and Agatha chat about Agatha’s background, and her story unfolds from growing up as a…
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CATHOLIC SPORTS VIEW: TRINITY FLAG FOOTBALL FINAL BETWEEN J SERRA AND ORANGE LUTHERAN
On this episode of Catholic Sports View: This week we update you to the CIF playoffs in volleyball, water polo and tennis. Then, you’ll hear some exclusive…
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OC CATHOLIC RADIO: I AM – A BEACON OF HOPE (2025 EUCHARISTIC CONGRESS)
Together, we set our hearts ablaze for Jesus. Take a listen to the glorious opening moments of the “I AM: A Beacon of Hope” eucharistic congress that took…
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OC CATHOLIC RADIO: THE SHROUD OF TURIN IMMERSIVE EXHIBIT AT CHRIST CATHEDRAL
Have you heard about the brand-new Shroud of Turin Immersive Exhibit opening at Christ Cathedral in November of 2025? Spread over 10,000 square feet and…
Podcast – OC CatholicTHE BIBLE AND YOU – JOHN 3:16 (WHAT DOES IT MEAN TO YOU?)
Have you ever sought out a weekly podcast that would help prepare you for the upcoming Sunday Mass readings? Well, look no further than “The Bible and You”…
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SOUNDS FROM THE SANCTUARY – EPISODE #61: GREAT DELIGHTS – FALL CHORAL MUSIC 2025
Today’s episode from Sounds from the Sanctuary answers a question that our host David Ball fields frequently – how do you pick choral music to enhance…
Podcast – OC CatholicFR. IAN’S HOMILIES – WORLD MISSION SUNDAY
“And beginning with Moses and all the prophets, [Jesus] interpreted to them in all the Scriptures the things concerning Himself” (Luke 24.27)—and in doing so…
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EMPOWERED BY THE SPIRIT – THE SHROUD EXPERIENCE!
Deacon Steve Greco is the head of Evangelization and Faith Formation for the Diocese of Orange. In this podcast episode, Deacon Steve and his co-host Katie…
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CATHEDRAL SQUARE: IN RECOGNITION OF ALL IMMIGRANTS
Welcome to another episode of Cathedral Square, featuring host Fr. Christopher Smith. On this week’s show, Rick welcomes two very special guests to the studio…
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OC CATHOLIC RADIO: BLESSING OF THE NEW FILIPINO CATHOLIC CENTER
Today’s audio podcast will bring you all the sounds and rich word descriptions that took place in July 2025 at the grand opening of the new Poong Jesus…
Podcast – OC CatholicEMPOWERED BY THE SPIRIT – THE POWER OF THE EUCHARIST
Deacon Steve Greco is a permanent deacon for the Diocese of Orange. He is also the head of Evangelization and Faith Formation for the Diocese. In this podcast…
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CATHEDRAL SQUARE: THE CARING FOR THE WHOLE PERSON INITIATIVE
Welcome to another episode of Cathedral Square, featuring host Fr. Christopher Smith. On this week’s show, Rick welcomes Rebecca Freeman to the studio. Rebecca…
Podcast – OC CatholicEMPOWERED BY THE SPIRIT – PAX CHRISTI ACADEMY AND SCHOOL
Deacon Steve Greco is a permanent deacon for the Diocese of Orange. He is also the head of Evangelization and Faith Formation for the Diocese. In this podcast…
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OC CATHOLIC RADIO: THE RISE OF ANTI-SEMITISM ON COLLEGE CAMPUSES
On today’s podcast entry, host Rick Howick welcomes dear friend Fr. Robert Spitzer back to the program. Formerly the president of Gonzaga University, Fr…
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EMPOWERED BY THE SPIRIT – PAX CHRISTI ACADEMY AND SCHOOL
Deacon Steve Greco is a permanent deacon for the Diocese of Orange. He is also the head of Evangelization and Faith Formation for the Diocese. In this podcast…
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CATHEDRAL SQUARE: ORGAN AND CHORAL SCHOLARS AT CHRIST CATHEDRAL
Hear first-hand from the folks at Christ Cathedral about all the exciting musical happenings going on right now. Joining host Fr. Christopher Smith on this…
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EMPOWERED BY THE SPIRIT – IMMERSION 2025
Deacon Steve Greco is a permanent deacon for the Diocese of Orange. He is also the head of Evangelization and Faith Formation for the Diocese. All this current…
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EMPOWERED BY THE SPIRIT – PARISH EVANGELIZATION
On this episode of Empowered by the Spirit, co-hosts Deacon Steve Greco and Katie Hughes welcome first-time guest, Fortune Guzman. Fortune currently serves in…
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SOUNDS FROM THE SANCTUARY – EPISODE #60: THOU ART THE ROCK
And Jesus said to Peter, “And so I say to you, you are Peter, and upon this rock I will build my Church, and the gates of the netherworld shall not prevail…
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OC CATHOLIC RADIO: THE SUMMER CREATION CAMINO
Welcome to another episode of Orange County Catholic Radio, featuring host Rick Howick. On this week’s show, Rick welcomes Rebecca Freeman back to the studio…
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OC CATHOLIC RADIO: A DISCUSSION ABOUT IMMIGRATION WITH CATHOLIC CHARITIES OF OC
Welcome to another episode of Orange County Catholic Radio, featuring host Rick Howick. On today’s program, Rick welcomes Ellen Roy to the studio. Ellen is the…
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OC CATHOLIC RADIO: WELCOME TO POPE LEO XIV – A VISIT WITH FR. SCOTT BORGMAN
Welcome to another episode of Orange County Catholic Radio, featuring host Rick Howick. Today, Rick welcomes Fr. Scott Borgman back to the studio. Fr. Scott…
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EMPOWERED BY THE SPIRIT – IMMERSION EVANGELIZATION TRAINING IS ON THE HORIZON
On this episode of Empowered by the Spirit, co-hosts Deacon Steve Greco and Katie Hughes share about a conference that is coming to the Christ Cathedral campus…
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CATHEDRAL SQUARE: THE WHAT AND THE HOW OF HOPE
This special episode of Cathedral Square features the audio of a parish mission talk given by Fr. Christopher Smith recorded “LIVE” at St. Paul the Apostle…
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OC CATHOLIC RADIO: THE LIFE AND LEGACY OF POPE FRANCIS
It’s rare when two of our key radio/podcast hosts sit down together in the studio, but it does happen occasionally. With the recent passing of Pope Francis, it…
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OC CATHOLIC RADIO: OUR LADY AT THE CENTER (DOCUMENTARY FILM)
Who is Our Lady of La Vang? On this episode of “OC Catholic Radio,” host Rick Howick sits down with the creators of “Our Lady at the Center,” a new documentary…
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OC CATHOLIC RADIO: THE JOURNEYMAN’S LABYRINTH
This podcast episode is the story of a man, inspired by a newfound faith, who’s been charged to “give back.” The story of Peter Hlavin is sure to give you a…
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SOUNDS FROM THE SANCTUARY – EPISODE #59: THE WANAMAKER ORGAN
Here at Christ Cathedral, we are blessed with the uplifting sounds of the Hazel Wright Organ – the 5th-largest instrument ever constructed. On today’s…
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CATHOLIC SPORTS VIEW: TWO FORMER SERVITE PLAYERS EXPECTED TO BE FIRST ROUND PICKS IN THE NFL DRAFT
On this episode of Catholic Sports View: This week, host Bob Gibson is excited to catch up with the former head football coach at Servite High School, Troy…