Rogation Days
Rogation Days are the three weekdays before the celebration of Ascension Day.
Theology on Tap OC - Boys to Men: The Wisdom of Fathers
At Theology on Tap - Orange County, we feature a speaker about anything Catholic in a Catholic-owned brewery, Brewheim. Our monthly event is open to the public and to all ages.
Come and join us to learn more how the Gospel transforms every single aspect of our life, meet new friends, and build real communities centered on Jesus Christ.
Ascension of the Lord (Solemnity)
Holy Day of Obligation
Join us in celebrating Ascension Thursday in the Queen of Life Chapel.
Men’s Ministry: Holy and Happy Hour
We are inviting all men to join our quarterly Holy and Happy Hour. Our evening will begin at 6:00pm with a Holy Hour of Eucharistic exposition, adoration, and benediction. Following the Holy Hour at 7:00 pm, stick around for fellowship, light snacks, and lively conversation.
Men’s Ministry: Holy and Happy Hour
We are inviting all men to join our quarterly Holy and Happy Hour. Our evening will begin at 6:00pm with a Holy Hour of Eucharistic exposition, adoration, and benediction. Following the Holy Hour at 7:00 pm, stick around for fellowship, light snacks, and lively conversation.
Men’s Ministry: Holy and Happy Hour
We are inviting all men to join our quarterly Holy and Happy Hour. Our evening will begin at 6:00pm with a Holy Hour of Eucharistic exposition, adoration, and benediction. Following the Holy Hour at 7:00 pm, stick around for fellowship, light snacks, and lively conversation.
Gianna Club: Impromptu Coffee + Conversation
Happy Spring, Ladies!
We're working on some new Gianna events for the year. But first, we're hosting an impromptu gathering for "coffee" and conversation. Please come to enjoy each other's company and hear about what we're planning for the next few months.
Theology on Tap OC - A Street Evangelist Walks into a Bar…
We feature a speaker about anything Catholic in a Catholic-owned brewery, Brewheim. Our monthly event is open to all ages. Come and join us to learn more how the Gospel transforms every single aspect of our life, meet new friends, and build real communities centered on Jesus Christ.
The Solemn Vigil of Easter
Holy Day of Obligation
Join us on this Holy Saturday for the Easter Vigil in the Queen of Life Chapel. Please note that the Easter Vigil will begin at sunset.
Good Friday - The Passion and Death of Our Lord
Holy Day of Obligation
Join us on Friday in Holy Week for the celebration of the Passion and Death of Our Lord in the Queen of Life Chapel at 3PM. The celebration consists of three parts: the Liturgy of the Word, the Adoration of the Cross, and Holy Communion.
Maundy Thursday - Mass of the Lord's Supper
Holy Day of Obligation
Join us on Thursday in Holy Week for the Mass of the Lord's Supper in the Queen of Life Chapel
Palm Sunday - Second Sunday in Passiontide
St. John’s will be offering a single Mass for Palm Sunday at 10:00am. We will meet at the main entrance to the Busch Firm and process around the building to begin the liturgy. Palms will be distributed as we remember Our Lord's triumphal entry into Jerusalem.
Men’s Ministry: Holy and Happy Hour
We are inviting all men to join our Holy and Happy Hour. Our evening will begin at 6:00pm with a Holy Hour of Eucharistic exposition, adoration, and benediction. Following the Holy Hour at 7:00 pm, stick around for fellowship, light snacks, and lively conversation.
Theology on Tap OC - Withdraw into the Wilderness
We feature a speaker about anything Catholic in a Catholic-owned brewery, Brewheim. Our monthly event is open to all ages. Come and join us to learn more how the Gospel transforms every single aspect of our life, meet new friends, and build real communities centered on Jesus Christ.
Men’s Ministry: Holy and Happy Hour
We are inviting all men to join our monthly Holy and Happy Hour. Our evening will begin at 6:00pm with a Holy Hour of Eucharistic exposition, adoration, and benediction. Following the Holy Hour at 7:00 pm, stick around for fellowship, light snacks, and lively conversation.
Lenten Ember Days
The Lenten Ember days have a penitential character and Lent Ember Wednesday and Saturday are fast days, while Lent Ember Friday is a day of both fasting and abstinence from meat. Please especially keep the Church's vocations to religious life and Holy Orders in your prayers on these days.
Ash Wednesday
Holy Day of Obligation
February 22 is Ash Wednesday. St. John Henry Newman will be offering Mass that evening in the Queen of Life Chapel
Theology on Tap OC - Sheep Among Wolves: Wise as Serpents, Gentle as Doves
We feature a speaker about anything Catholic in a Catholic-owned brewery, Brewheim. Our monthly event is open to all ages. Come and join us to learn more how the Gospel transforms every single aspect of our life, meet new friends, and build real communities centered on Jesus Christ.
Christmas Party
St. John's will be hosting a Potluck Christmas Party at the Jordan household in Laguna Beach. Be ready to join around the Jordan family piano to sing Christmas Carols and Christmas Hymns.
Click on the button below R.S.V.P. to Marian Jordan and let her know what dish you will be bringing.
Solemnity of the Nativity of the Lord
Holy Day of Obligation - Mass on the Day
St. John’s will only by offering a single Mass at 10AM on Christmas Day.
The Vigil of the Nativity
Holy Day of Obligation - Vigil Mass
Alternatively, St. John’s will be offering a Mass on the Day at 10AM December 25.
Fourth Sunday of Advent
Holy Day of Obligation for the 4th Sunday of Advent
Masses for the Solemnity of the Nativity of our Lord will be offered later in the day at 4PM (Vigil Mass) and 10AM on Christmas Day
Vigil Mass for the Fourth Sunday of Advent
Alternatively, St. John’s will be offering a single 10AM Mass for the Fourth Sunday of Advent on Sunday, Dec 24.
Gaudete Sunday - Eucharistic Procession
Following the 11AM Mass on Gaudete Sunday, we will be doing a Eucharistic Procession.
Immaculate Conception of the Blessed Virgin Mary
Holy Day of Obligation
December 8 is the Solemnity of the Immaculate Conception of the Blessed Virgin Mary. St. John Henry Newman will be offering Mass that evening in the Queen of Life Chapel
Theology on Tap OC - December
At Theology on Tap - Orange County, we feature a speaker about anything Catholic and Christian in a Catholic-owned brewery, Brewheim. Our monthly event is open to the public and to all ages.
Come and join us to learn more how the Gospel transforms every single aspect of our life, meet new friends, and build real communities centered on Jesus Christ.
Theology on Tap OC - November
At Theology on Tap - Orange County, we feature a speaker about anything Catholic and Christian in a Catholic-owned brewery, Brewheim. Our monthly event is open to the public and to all ages.
Come and join us to learn more how the Gospel transforms every single aspect of our life, meet new friends, and build real communities centered on Jesus Christ.
Solemnity of All Saints
St. John’s will be celebrating the Solemnity of All Saints at the Queen of Life Chapel. This Solemnity is one of the six annual Holy Days of Obligation. Please join us!
St. John's Patronal Feast Day
It's going to be a great celebration! Please save the date of Sunday, October 15 for our annual celebration of our patron, St. John Henry Newman. We will have a single 10:00am Mass which will be celebrated in the Solemn Ordinariate Form. Our parish will welcome Deacon Keith Way for this wonderful event.
After Mass, we will hold our traditional Parish Picnic Potluck!
Theology on Tap OC - Homelessness, Mental Health, and Healing
At Theology on Tap - Orange County, we feature a speaker about anything Catholic and Christian in a Catholic-owned brewery, Brewheim. Our monthly event is open to the public and to all ages.
Come and join us to learn more how the Gospel transforms every single aspect of our life, meet new friends, and build real communities centered on Jesus Christ.
September (Holy Cross) Ember Days
The September ("Holy Cross") Ember days have a penitential character and Ember Friday, September 22nd, and ought to be marked by intentional prayers for vocations. On the recommendation of the Governing Council, the Bishop has decreed that Ember Friday in September is to be kept as an obligatory day of abstinence.
While Ember Wednesday, September 21st is the Feast of St. Matthew, the Apostle and Evangelist, and Ember Saturday, September 23th, is the Solemnity of Title of Our Lady of Walsingham.
Theology on Tap OC - Catholic Leadership for Civil Society
At Theology on Tap - Orange County, we feature a speaker about anything Catholic and Christian in a Catholic-owned brewery, Brewheim. Our monthly event is open to the public and to all ages.
Come and join us to learn more how the Gospel transforms every single aspect of our life, meet new friends, and build real communities centered on Jesus Christ.
Summer Retreat - Feast of the Queenship of Mary
On behalf of the Napa Institute, join us in the Queen of Life Chapel for a Summer retreat on Tuesday, August 22, 2023. This Retreat will be led by Fr. Robert Spitzer, SJ.
4:00PM Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament
4:10-5:20PM Confession available
4:10-5:20PM Retreat
5:20PM Benediction
5:30PM Holy Mass
6:00PM Wine and Cheese reception to follow in the Cellar
There is no cost to attend this retreat. Please email events@napa-institute.org to register.
Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary (Solemnity)
The solemnity of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary falls on Monday, August 15th.
"Whenever the solemnity of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary falls on a Saturday or a Monday, the precept to attend Mass is abrogated." Code of Canon Law: Canon 1246 section 2. Therefore, this year's solemnity is not a Holy Day of Obligation. Regardless, St. John's will be offering Mass at 7:00 pm in the Queen of Life Chapel.
Catholic Homeschooling Conference
Every year St. John the Baptist Catholic Church invites Catholic speaker and vendors to the conference for new and veteran homeschoolers. There were over 200 attendees at the 2022 conference and we’re look forward to another amazing turnout! Some Vendors are Spanish-speaking and so are some of the Mentor Moms!