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The Elementary Program offers basic religious education and continuing faith formation for children in Grades 1-5. The First Holy Communion Program prepares your child for the Sacraments of Reconciliation and Holy Eucharist. The Grades 3-5 Program continues the child’s understanding of the Catholic faith. Classes meet on Tuesday and Wednesday at 3:45 PM in English, and Saturday at 9:30 AM or 11:30 AM in English & Vietnamese.

Sr. Rosemary Hong Nguyen, LHC  |  (714) 963-7871  x115  |  Sr.Rosemary@HolySpiritFV.org

EDGE is a Middle School Youth Ministry experience created for adolescents in Grades 6-8. It is designed to meet the educational, spiritual, emotional, and social needs of young adolescents with topics on Scripture, Church Teaching, Prayer, Sacraments, and Social Justice. Classes meet on Thursday at 7:00 PM in English, Saturday at 9:30 AM or 11:30 AM in English and Vietnamese.

Sr. Rosemary Hong Nguyen, LHC  |  (714) 963-7871  x115  |  Sr.Rosemary@HolySpiritFV.org

Confirmation is a two-year sacramental preparation for high school age students. This process of faith development includes growth in life of prayer that will manifest into a deeper commitment to the Life of the Church. Classes meet on Tuesday at 7:00 PM, Saturday at 9:30 AM or 11:30 AM.

Youth Ministry offers a variety of ways for young people to be connected to the parish life and to live out their faith. Focus topics include social and community life, justice and service, evangelization, prayer and worship, advocacy, and education/catechesis.

The Leadership and Service Team (LAST) is for confirmed high school juniors and seniors. It is designed to help young people become actively involved in parish life and offers an opportunity for continued faith development after Confirmation. Members also participate in committees once or twice a month to plan various activities for the Youth Ministry. The group meets on the first Wednesday of every month and 7:00 PM.

Our mission is to connect and support all young adults to uncover identity, to discern vocations to develop leadership, but most of all, to encounter Jesus and participate in His life and mission through Catholic Faith Community.

Adult Faith Formation Program provides adult parishioners with ongoing opportunities to grow in faith, spirituality, and to seek a deeper and richer life in Christ. The program includes Bible studies, catechetical studies, faith sharing groups, retreats, and more.

Faith Formation Office  |  (714) 963-7871  |  FaithFormation@HolySpiritFV.org

Bible study takes an authentic Catholic perspective as it offers new opportunities to read and discuss the Word of God and understand how the Scripture affects our journey of faith.

For men and women, meetings are on Monday from 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM.

Roz Esh  |  (714) 654-6810  |  RozEsh@HolySpiritFV.org

For men’s bible study, meetings are on Monday after the 6:30 AM Mass

Bob Novielli  |  (714) 914-3266  |  BobNovielli@ca.rr.com

The Order of Christian Initiation of Adults (OCIA) Program welcomes all those who turn to the Catholic Church seeking Baptism and/or acceptance into full communion with the Catholic Church. Class meets on Sunday from 9:00 AM - 10:30 AM and 12:00 PM - 1:30 PM in English or Sunday in Vietnamese from 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM.

English:  Roz Esh  |  (714) 654-6810  |  RozEsh@HolySpiritFV.org

Vietnamese:  Nguyen Thuc Ha  |  (714) 907-7482

The OCIA process is adapted to meet the learning level of our children and youth ages 8 through 18 years old who are not baptized or have been raised in a different Christian denomination. Class meets on Sunday from 12:00 PM - 1:30 PM.

Children:  Sr. Rosemary Hong Nguyen, LHC  |  (714) 963-7871  x115  |  Sr.Rosemary@HolySpiritFV.org

Youth:  

Eucharistic Adoration begins every Friday at 9:45 AM until 8:45 AM on Saturday and also on the 4th of each month at 9:45 AM until 8:45 AM the next day. Parishioners are encouraged to visit Our Lord exposed in the Blessed Sacrament.

Every Friday:

For the 4th of each month:

Jim Roberts  |  (714) 531-3646  |  Jamesar10@gmail.com

First Friday devotion to the Sacred Heart of Jesus begins with prayers after the 9:00 AM Mass. First Saturday devotion honors the Immaculate Heart of Mary and the Fatima Rosary beginning at 8:10 AM every First Saturday.

Fr. Charles Tran  |  (714 963-1811  x101  |  FatherCharles@HolySpiritFV.org

Rochelle Giuseffi  |  (714) 839-7617  |  RochelleG868@gmail.com

Devotion to the Divine Mercy is celebrated by reciting the Divine Mercy Chaplet every Friday at 3:00 PM in the Blessed Sacrament Chapel. Also, every year, a celebration is organized on Divine Mercy Sunday at 3:00 PM.

Every Friday:

Joanne Peters  |  (714) 402-8531  |  Tom@catholicfreeshipping.com

Divine Mercy Sunday:

Cathy & Michael Ord  |  (714) 794-4842  |  extraord2@gmail.com

The Immaculate Heart of Mary is devoted to praying the Holy Rosary for the holiness of our priests, deacons, religious men and women, and their vocations.

Pat Rensing  |  (714) 968-5843

The Legion of Mary is an association of Catholic men and women who spread their faith while growing in personal holiness, for the love of Jesus, in union with Mary, and to spread devotion to Mary.

Cathy Ord  |  (714) 794-4842  |  extraord2@gmail.com

Annual weekend retreats are for parishioners to rest and deepen their personal prayer time with God and are held at a local southern California retreat center.

Men:  Thomas Mueller  |  (714) 876-8342  |  TheMuleFV@aol.com

Women:  Jean Pedersen  |  (714) 962-6868  |  JPsqrdncr@verizon.net

The Celebration of the Liturgy is under the guidance of the Parish Liturgist who reports to the Pastor or designated priest. The Liturgist is responsible for facilitating the worship life of the parish community by coordinating and providing quality liturgical experiences which celebrate and strengthen the membership’s journey of faith.

Roz Esh  |  (714) 654-6810  |  RozEsh@HolySpiritFV.org

Jamie Pham  |  (714) 851-0499  |  JamieP@HolySpiritFV.org

Altar servers represent the congregation at the altar, prepare the altar for the Sacred Liturgy, and assist the Celebrant during Mass.

Youth:  Jamie Pham  |  (714) 851-0499  |  JamieP@HolySpiritFV.org

Adult:  Joe Bednarski  |  (714) 614-3030  |  JxB1911@yahoo.com

The Altar Society is made up of people of all cultures who have a desire to keep our Church neat and clean. They also supply the church with laundered linens.

Roz Esh  |  (714) 654-6810  |  RozEsh@HolySpiritFV.org

This committee seeks to create a liturgical environment that is welcoming with a sense of holiness. This committee plans, sets up, maintains, and takes down decorations that are displayed throughout the liturgical year. The committee strives to express the cultural diversity of the People of God through the use of decorations.

Roz Esh  |  (714) 654-6810  |  RozEsh@HolySpiritFV.org

This ministry serves Christ, who is present in the assembly, through the distribution of His Body and Blood to our brothers and sisters during Mass.

6:30am Daily:

Joe Bednarski  |  (714) 614-3030  |  JxB1911@yahoo.com

9:00am Daily: 

Mayrose Forbes  |  (714) 925-7503  |  retincal@gmail.com

Weekend:

Damon Ferrara  |  (714) 625-1756  |  damon.ferrara@yahoo.com

Nghiem Vu  |  (714) 478-7517  |  NghiemHuyen@hotmail.com

This ministry takes Holy Eucharist to our parishioners who cannot join us in the Celebration of the Holy Mass. We also serve local retirement homes, nursing homes, and hospitals.

Carol Souza  |  (714) 964-5417  |  Carol.Souza6910@outlook.com

This ministry sets a welcoming atmosphere for all who come to our weekend and Holy Day Masses. By greeting them at the church doors with a warm welcome and smile, we know that each person who responds with a smile will have a good start in experiencing God’s love at Mass.

Bev White  |  (714) 328-4031  |  BevWhite429@yahoo.com

This ministry has the privilege to proclaim the Word of the Lord and leads the Prayers of the Faithful during Mass.

6:30am Daily:

Roz Esh  |  (714) 654-6810  |  RozEsh@HolySpiritFV.org

9:00am Daily: 

My-Duc Leroux  |  (714) 717-1607  |  Myduc@socal.rr.com

Weekend:

Lisa Chau Hada  |  (714) 222-2627  |  Lectors@HolySpiritFV.org

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This ministry assists the congregation to praise the Lord in music and song and to enrich the spiritual and liturgical experience of the parish community.

Saturday 4:00 PM:

Carla Orozco  |  (323) 707-4331  |  Carla.Orozco@sbcglobal.net

Sunday 8:00 AM:

Rumelia Hizon  |  (714) 651-7848  |  rumeliahizon@gmail.com

Sunday 9:30 AM:

Doug O’Conner  |  (714) 968-0569  |  DOConner@legends.net

Sunday 11:00 AM:

David Vu  |  (714) 580-4565  |  Davidcu999@gmail.com

Sunday 4:30 PM:

Carla Orozco  |  (323) 707-4331  |  Carla.Orozco@sbcglobal.net

This ministry assists by providing the projection of the prayers, music, readings, and announcements during Mass.

Kevin Hizon  |  (714) 330-7931  |  KevinHizon@gmail.com

Sacristans are responsible for the proper preparation, purifying and sanitizing of the sacred vessels after Mass and the proper storage of everything used in the liturgical celebration. When altar servers are not available, sacristans will assume the role.

Weekday:

Joe Bednarski  |  (714) 614-3030  |  JxB1911@yahoo.com

Weekend:

Damon Ferrara  |  (714) 625-1756  |  damon.ferrara@yahoo.com

Nghiem Vu  |  (714) 478-7517  |  NghiemHuyen@hotmail.com

Ushers help the people locate seating, assist the disabled, collect offerings, distribute the bulletin, and assist in various duties throughout the Mass.

Bob Leroux  |  (714) 717-1609  |  Myduc@socal.rr.com

This ministry assists at the Celebration of the Sacrament of Baptism for infants up to the age of 6 years old on the second and third Saturday of each month. Baptism Preparation Class is held on the first and second Tuesday of the month.

Jamie Pham  |  (714) 851-0499  |  JamieP@HolySpiritFV.org

The Bereavement Ministry serves the parish community by offering a supportive presence in planning the Vigil rite, Rosary, and Funeral Liturgy of our departed loved ones. In the month of November, we coordinate the Mass of Remembrance, honoring all those who passed away during the year.

Mayrose Forbes  |  (714) 925-7503  |  Retincal@aol.com

This ministry assists the bride and groom on their special day as they come to be husband and wife through the Sacrament of Holy Matrimony. The couple will be aided in the selection of music, readings, and the Rite of Marriage.

Parish Office  |  (714) 963-1811  |  Office@HolySpiritFV.org

Mary Kieu Loan Nguyen  |  (714) 326-3939  |   MaryJolie111@yahoo.com

A Diocesan ministry that involves visiting those incarcerated in Orange County jails.

Fred LaPuzza  |  (714) 282-4261  |  Flapuzza@rcbo.com

We operate a mission in the old church at 17101 Ward St., to serve families who are in need of food and clothing, especially during the holidays. Monthly, we provide lunch for the poor at Southwest Center, Santa Ana, and we visit Catholic retirees at Seaside Terrace.

We are open Monday – Thursday from 8:45 AM – 10:30 AM to serve our clients, to sort, and hang items donated by our parishioners.

Genny Victorino  |  (714) 968-2111  |  GenTolvic@yahoo.com

Based on the Gospel of Matthew 25:31-46, our mission is to inspire and support our parish community to be doers of Gospel of Justice through legislative advocacy and direct charitable service. We meet on the third Wednesday of the month at 7:30pm, but do check ahead to confirm the meeting time.

Pat Goodman  |  (714) 847-6617  |  PatGoodman@yahoo.com

Our mission is to promote the dignity of human life from natural conception to natural death. We are dedicated to protect the unborn by assisting mothers in crisis pregnancies with fundraisers for shelters and clinics that meet their needs. Our outreach extends to educating our youth and community by providing pro-life and chastity speakers, public prayer vigils, Diocesan representation, and more.

Rochelle Giuseffi  |  (714) 839-7617  |  RochelleG868@gmail.com

Larry Doan  |  (714) 963-9424  |  LDoanadoan@aol.com

The program is focused on providing the youth with the opportunity to be better citizens and to learn life-long principles while at the same time, having fun.

Jenni Luu  |  (714) 457-8886  |  Troop412cc@gmail.com

Our mission is to raise sufficient funds to renovate Doyle Hall and to meet the needs of our growing parish by creating the Our Lady of Grace Pastoral Center.

Joe Bednarski  |  (714) 614-3030  |  JxB1911@yahoo.com

Dr. HoangLan Do  |  (714) 884-5290  |  HLanDo2013@gmail.com

Catholic Spirit Singles is a social, spiritual, and active organization for persons age 50+ who are single, widowed, or separated. We meet on the third Sunday of each month at 1:00 PM with activities scheduled throughout the month.

Jim Roehrich  |  (714) 573-2091

Donna Wilson  |  (714) 963-6327  |  Donnad18@msn.com

Cursillo is a lay movement to live and spread the Gospel. It involves a renewal of your Catholic commitment to Christ, beginning with a three day weekend retreat of listening, living, sharing, praying, and continual support of Cursillo friends meeting on a regular basis.

Phil & Pam Laing  |  (714) 308-2834  |  LaingPhil@gmail.com

The mission of the Filipino Ministry is to support and serve our parish, promotes and nurtures the Filipino religious and cultural heritage and support other religious groups in their endeavors.

Emma Firme  |  (949) 266 7320   |  efirm61@aol.com

Nenita Miyata  |  (714) 317-8600  |  dnmiyata@netzero.net

The Finance Council assists and advises the Pastor in matters relating to the evaluation of the material and financial needs of the parish and all groups therein.

Bev White  |  (714) 963-9275  |  BevWhite429@yahoo.com

This interfaith ministry retreat is for inmates who are incarcerated. It follows the format of a Cursillo Retreat. Kairos has a very successful record for spiritual conversions for participants.

Bob Novielli  |  (714) 914-3266  |  BobNovielli@ca.rr.com

Knights are Catholic men, 18 years of age and older, who are committed to making their community a better place while supporting their Church. The Knights are involved with their community, supporting their local church, and protecting and enhancing their faith and family life.

Jonathan O'Connor  |  (714) 609-9903  |  Jonathan.OConnor@sbcglobal.net 

This organization assists the Knights of Columbus in all their activities but also has fundraisers of our own, such as the Christmas Boutique, Fashion Show, and others. We meet on the second Tuesday of each month at 7:00 PM

Bev White  |  (714) 963-9275  |  BevWhite429@yahoo.com

The Pastoral Council assists and advises the Pastor in matters relating to social and spiritual needs plus providing the vision and direction for the Parish.

Kevin Hizon  |  (714) 330-7931  |  KevinHizon@gmail.com

This committee supports the Pastor and serves Holy Spirit parishioners, ministries, and organizations by promoting the spirituality of authentic Catholic stewardship, and by facilitating commitments of time, talent, and financial and spiritual treasure to support that work.

Joe Bednarski  |  (714) 614-3030  |  JxB1911@yahoo.com

Dr. HoangLan Do  |  (714) 884-5290  |  HLanDo2013@gmail.com

This committee actively prays for, and promotes, vocations to the priesthood and religious life by sponsoring programs and prayers that encourage vocations in our parish. We raise funds to assist in the training of seminarians and those entering religious life.

Marie Kish  |  (714) 321-7266  |  MKish77@yahoo.com

MaryLou Wessberg  |  (714) 965-2965  |  Wessberg1@juno.com