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Sacrament Series For Adults

The Sacred Heart Sisters will be holding a monthly series for Adults on the Sacraments on the third Wednesday of the month, March 15, April 19 and May 17 from either 10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. or 6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. at the Heart of Jesus Retreat Center, 2927 S. Greenfield St. in Santa Ana. Call or email to RSVP: 714557-4538 or retreatcenter@joyfulapostolate.org

PRESENCE: THE MYSTERY OF THE EUCHARIST

Presence: The Mystery of the Eucharist explores the truth and beauty of Christ’s real presence in the Eucharist, from its origins in Sacred Scripture, to its profound role in the life of the Church and her members. All are invited to watch the series and experience the power of God’s mercy in a new way. The series continues March 8, 15 and 22 at 7:15 p.m., at La Purísima Catholic Church’s Trinity Hall, 11712 Hewes St. in Orange. RSVP to the parish office at office@lapurisima.net or to Christopher Pagel at cpagel100@gmail.com There is no cost to attend.

Vietnamese Catholic Community Celebrates The Upcoming Marian Days

The Vietnamese Catholic community celebrated the upcoming Marian Days with a special gala in Westminster on Feb. 19.

The gala at Diamond Seafood Palace 3 featured opportunities for photos with Bishop Thanh Thai Nguyen, as well as dinner and live entertainment.

The second annual Marian Days at Christ Cathedral is scheduled for July 14 and 15. The theme is “With Mary, We Journey.”

Last year’s inaugural celebration, themed as “With Mary, Giving Thanks to God,” drew an estimated 13,000 people over two days to the cathedral campus for a festival-like environment honoring the Blessed Mother.

FR. ROBERT SPITZER TO GIVE SPECIAL PRESENTATION ON THE EUCHARIST

Fr. Robert Spitzer will be giving a presentation titled “Three Contemporary Eucharistic Miracles: What science can tell us about the Real Presence of Christ in the Eucharist,” on Friday, March 17 at 7 p.m. at St. Hedwig parish, 11482 Los Alamitos Blvd. in in Los Alamitos. For more information, call 562-296-9000.

UNITED STATES NAVAL ACADEMY MEN’S AND WOMEN’S GLEE CLUBS TO PERFORM

The United States Naval Academy Men’s and Women’s Glee Clubs will be giving a concert on Tuesday, March 14 at 7 p.m. at Our Lady Queen of Angels parish in Newport Beach. The concert is free, and there will be a freewill offering. C