OCDeafChurch
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!
Corporal Works of Mercy for the Deaf in ASL
Corporal Works of Mercy for the Deaf in ASL by NCOD.
Tags: Catholic Faith ASL, Catholic Faith for the Deaf, Christian explanation of the corporal works of mercy in ASL, Corporal Works of Mercy Deaf, Corporal Works of Mercy in ASL, Diocese of Orange Catholic Deaf Community, OC Catholic, OC Catholic DeafNCOD Pastoral Week
Schedule & Registration
Welcome aboard! The registration for this Pastoral Week is different than what we have been used to. Due to the two different meeting platforms we will be using during Pastoral Week 2021 and each platform has its own log-in access features, you will need to register for each scheduled event below. There are 5 scheduled events in which each has its own registration link. For the Zoom events, you will need to register your name and email so we can send you the meeting link and the passcode. For the GoToWebinar events, you will be directed to go to the GoToWebinar registration.
If you are not yet a member of NCOD, please fill out the membership form before you register below!
If you are a NCOD member (paid membership for 2020 – 2021), you may register below now!
Thursday, January 7, 2021
7:00pm EST/6:00pm CST/5:00pm MST/4:00pm PST
Reverend Shawn Carey, President of NCOD & Director of the Deaf Apostolate of the Archdiocese of Boston
Holy Sacrifice of the Mass (Zoom Platform)
Friday, January 8, 2021
7:00pm EST/6:00pm CST/5:00pm MST/4:00pm PST
Dr. Marlana Portolano, Professor of English, Towson University, Maryland
Webinar Presentation (GoToWebinar Platform)
“Deaf Leadership & Vocations in Deaf Catholic History”
Dr. Portolano’s Deaf daughter inspired her to learn more about the Deaf Catholic culture throughout the world and the US. Her book, “Be Opened! The Catholic Church and Deaf Culture” is the result of this research. She will present key information and insights from her book in this presentation. Check out the YouTube trailer here: Be Opened! Promotion Video
Also, you may wish to order your own copy of her book: Click here to order
E-Book now available to order: Click here for E-Book order
Saturday, January 9, 2021
2:00pm EST/1:00pm CST/12:00pm MST/11:00am PST
Reverend Sean Loomis, Chaplain/Coordinator of the Deaf Apostolate of the Archdiocese of Philadelphia
Webinar Presentation (GoToWebinar Platform)
“A Bridge for the Deaf”
Presentation of new program from Ascension Press, “Hands of Grace” with intent to help others build similar projects. Check out the YouTube trailer here: Hands of Grace Promotion Video
Also, you may wish to purchase “Hands of Grace: The Catholic Sacraments in American Sign Language”: Click here to order
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4:00pm EST/3:00pm CST/2:00pm MST/1:00pm PST
Member Forum
(Zoom Platform)
Since we will not be able to meet in-person for this Pastoral Week, this will be an opportunity for NCOD members to “see” each other virtually and share with each other the experiences of working in Deaf Ministry during this pandemic. We will have break-out groups to do that. There will be announcements from NCOD Board of Directors including the recipient of the Father David Walsh Pastoral Worker of the Year 2021 Award. We’d love to see you, even thought it will be in virtual!
Sunday, January 10, 2021
3:00pm EST/2:00pm CST/1:00pm MST/12:00pm PST
Todd Honas, Varsity Catholic Missionary, University of South Dakota
Closing Webinar Presentation (GoToWebinar Platform)
FOCUS: Fellowship of Catholic University Students
Growing up profoundly Deaf, Todd has overcome challenges in his life journey. He played football for the University of Nebraska Huskers. His life journey has led him to discover the calling of becoming a FOCUS missionary. He will share in his presentation on what FOCUS is all about and how he has succeeded in this missionary.
Please note that NCOD Closing Remarks will follow this concluding presentation.
Tags: ASL Catholic, Catholic Deaf Community, Diocese of Orange Catholic Deaf Community, OC Catholic Deaf, Orange Catholic Deaf Community, Orange County Deaf
Fr. Scott Brief Intro
Fr. Scott Brief Intro in asl Diocese of Orange.
Tags: OC Catholic Deaf, Orange County ASL