Merry Xmas! Happy New Year
Merry Christmas! Happy 6th day of the Octave of Christmas. Octave?? Yes, Octave, we as Catholics celebrate Christmas Day for 8 straight days.
Happy New Year!
As we conclude 2025 with the slow rebuild of our Deaf Community, we look and aspire in 2026 to be guided by the Holy Spirit to restructure, meet, plan, and implement a new way forward that: will once again offer Faith Formation Classes, field trips, bible studies, and social outings as done years ago.
What is needed for the above to happen; to start this process, we once again need have all previous and interested members to fill-out either a LiveScan Fingerprinting form OR a DOJ background check for clearance to be involved with adults and minors. Once we have processed all these diocesan protocol requirements, we can really begin having substantial conversations about the future of our community. If you are younger or over 18 years of age, and would like to get involved in our community, please email [email protected] we will get back to you promptly with the needed paperwork.
January 5th, diocesan employees return from vacation and back to work, which means around this time next week, we hope to receive our Deaf Community approved logo to start making our Polo & Jackets.
Celebrant schedule for January 2026:
January 4th: Fr. Mike
January 11th: Fr. Scott (confessions will be available)
January 18th: Fr. Steve (confessions To Be Determined)
January 25th: Fr. Steve (confessions To Be Determined)
¡Feliz Navidad! Feliz sexto día de la Octava de Navidad. ¿Octava? Sí, Octava, los católicos celebramos el Día de Navidad durante 8 días consecutivos.
¡Feliz Año Nuevo!
Al concluir el año 2025 con la lenta reconstrucción de nuestra Comunidad Sorda, esperamos que en 2026 el Espíritu Santo nos guíe para reestructurar, reunirnos, planificar e implementar un nuevo camino que nos permita ofrecer nuevamente clases de formación en la fe, excursiones, estudios bíblicos y actividades sociales, como lo hacíamos años atrás.
Para que esto suceda, para comenzar este proceso, necesitamos que todos los miembros anteriores e interesados completen un formulario de toma de huellas dactilares LiveScan o una verificación de antecedentes del Departamento de Justicia (DOJ) para obtener la autorización necesaria para trabajar con adultos y menores. Una vez que hayamos procesado todos estos requisitos del protocolo diocesano, podremos comenzar a tener conversaciones sustanciales sobre el futuro de nuestra comunidad. Si eres mayor de 18 años y deseas participar en nuestra comunidad, envía un correo electrónico a [email protected] y nos comunicaremos contigo a la brevedad con la documentación necesaria.
El 5 de enero, los empleados diocesanos regresan de vacaciones, lo que significa que, aproximadamente para esta misma fecha la próxima semana, esperamos recibir el logotipo aprobado de nuestra Comunidad Sorda para comenzar a confeccionar nuestras polos y chaquetas.
Horario de celebrantes para enero de 2026:
4 de enero: Padre Mike
11 de enero: Padre Scott (habrá confesiones disponibles)
18 de enero: Padre Steve (confesiones por confirmar)
25 de enero: Padre Steve (confesiones por confirmar)
Which one do you like?
We received help in coming up with a few designs for our Diocesan Deaf Ministry logo. We want to hear from you. Let us know what you think.
Tags: Catholic Deaf Community, Deaf Church, Deaf Ministry, OC Deaf15th Sunday (C)
Fr. Michael Depcik offers us a reflection of our Lord’s words to us on the 15th Sunday of Ordinary time year C in American Sign Language. The Archdiocese of Washington gives us the readings in ASL.
Tags: Access, ASL, Deaf Church, Deaf Ministry, OC Deaf Church, Sign LanguageDeaf Ministry Videos
Deaf Ministry Videos in ASL are posted weekly. We are doing so because we want a host of sign language videos at your fingertips. Particularly, ASL how to foster discipleship in our Lord Jesus Christ. Providing access to him through the church, revelation, and social media is what we are striving for. Introductions are big in any relationship. So, we want you and others to foster a meaningful relationship with Jesus Christ.
Starting the faith filled relationship with our Lord and savior is only the beginning. Other parts of this relationship is being in a community of believers. This is because as a community we receive and enjoy the many fruits of fellowship together. His love is within us who follow his commands, ordinances, and precious body and blood.
We communicate with each other at our services in American Sign language so that everyone has access.
If you would to take an active role in making ASL Songs or hymns click here. Everyone is available to view other Deaf ministry videos listed below.
14th Sunday OT (C)
Fr. Michael Depcik gives us a ‘ferverino’ on Jesus’ words to us. Christopher at ASL Catholic Media, and ADW provide all Catholic Deaf Ministries with the readings for the 14th Sunday OT (C).
Tags: ASL Catholic, Deaf Ministry, OC DeafVideos
Videos in American Sign Language (ASL) are at your fingertips! We hope that our collection of Catholic-Christian songs, sermons, and hymns strengthen your relationship with our Lord Jesus Christ. Use, share, and spread these resources. Deaf Church Ministries in the USA are indebted to the brothers and sisters in Christ who have made these resources available. These resources aid any kind of meetup in the church. Moreover, they are extremely helpful in preparing for church services. They also can be used for an online service or in-person instructional setting. They can also be used for learning ASL religious music.
Deaf Ministry Videos
We are in a process of making songs, hymns, sermons, and all of our church services available online. Please pray that we are able to make these available long term. We can’t thank you enough for your generous donation to make such possible.
If you would to take an active role in making ASL Songs or hymns click here. Everyone is available to view other videos listed below.
Mass in Sign Language
Mass in Sign Language for the Deaf is held in the Diocese of Orange in California. Please see our Mass and Confession schedule and calendar. Did you know there are many ASL Mass locations throughout the United States? There are hundreds. Mass in ASL. Online. Mass in American Sign Language Church.
ASL Mass. Mass in ASL. Online. Sign Language Church.
Ministry
Our community offers anyone who is called to serve and open to receive appropriate training to come forward. There are a variety of ministries to get involved in. Here is a list of opportunities in which you can serve:
- Lector
- Altar server
- Sacristan
- Catechesis
- Hospitality
- Choir
- ASL Hymn Videos
- Sponsor
- Retreat leader
- Pastoral Council
- Finance Council
ASL
Anyone language is valued by the members and community who use it. It is no different for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing. The Church is gracious since Vatican 2 for worship and liturgical services to be done in the vernacular, that is the language of the people. American Sign Language. American Sign Language church.
Find a Mass in Sign Language
Find a Mass in Sign Language using the map below. Simply enter your city or address in the search bar. If you happen to not see a parish that you know offers Catholic liturgy, please let us know. We are continuously adding new times and locations.
Mass in American Sign Language is fascinating. It is fascinating because the mass is relatively silent. This is normal for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing, but for those who are hearing and part of the community. It is a whole different world. For instance, instead of hearing music there is no music.
On solemnities we sometimes bring out the drums. Not a drum set, just simple drums that have a strong base. We use drums because the vibrations strong. An example of this is at the Alleluia proclamation. Everyone signs alleluia and the drums are played. It is a loud base sound so that all can hear. In the Bible the trumpet or a horn would sound to call the attention of the chosen people. Much similarly are the drums used for the Deaf. However, not all hear the drums.
We also cultivate an ASL choir. Much time is spent selecting appropriate music to practiced and performed in mass. On major holidays we strive to give back our skills and talents as a means to give God the glory.
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OCDeafChurch results from failing to separate three distinct words. Why is this? The Diocese of Orange in California strongly supports our community. We gather weekly at the church to study, learn, and follow Jesus Christ. Our meetings and services are in American Sign Language (ASL). Even our religious education program is in sign language. Our community with culturally diverse yet ever one in Christ. To find out more about our OC Deaf Church, connect with us. For those wanting a mainstream experience be assured we have a dedicated team of ASL interpreters. Check out our ministry videos and sermons, but most of all visit us in-person.
OCDeafChurch
OCDeafChurch offers a suitable First Holy Communion and Confirmation program. We have many Deaf parishioners from OC and beyond coming to our weekly services. Our current location is in a safe environment within Orange County. Anyone who is Christian is welcome to attend our services. Mindful that to receive the Most Holy Eucharist one has to be a practicing Catholic.
Receiving the sacraments is one thing and belonging to our overall community adds a whole different experience. We value and respect each member as brothers and sisters in Christ. Each of us has our own history and story to tell. We want to listen and foster a faith sharing community with you part of it. Come join us!
