Saints Simon & Jude Catholic Church

Fiat & Fortitude Prayer Breakfast
2026-07-18 08:15 - 11:00, 2026-08-01 08:15 - 11:00, 2026-08-15 08:15 - 11:00 (America/Los_Angeles)
Join us for a morning of prayer, community, and encouragement with Fiat and Fortitude Prayer Ministry for Military Families.

Our gatherings offer a meaningful opportunity to come together in faith with others who understand the unique joys and challenges of military life. The morning begins with Holy Mass at 8:15 AM, followed by prayer at 9:00 AM. This sacred time is designed to nourish the soul and create space for worship, fellowship, and connection.

Fiat and Fortitude is a Catholic support community devoted especially to the parents of those who serve, while also welcoming spouses, children, and loved ones who faithfully carry the mission at home. Through prayer, sacramental life, and authentic community, we seek to accompany military families and strengthen them to live their vocation with steadfast faith amid deployments, distance, and sacrifice.

All are welcome! For more information, please email ssj@ssj.org.

Genesis: Origins, Identity, and God’s Faithfulness
2026-07-22 19:00 - 2026-09-23 20:30
Wednesdays beginning July 2210-week studyCommunity Center @ 7:00 PM

Beginning Wednesday, July 22, this 10-week study will explore the whole book of Genesis, starting with the first creation story (Genesis 1:1–2:3). Led by SSJ parishioner Suzanne Bohlson, each week will include teaching, small group conversation, and large group discussion.

Come reflect on the origins of creation, identity, covenant, and God’s enduring faithfulness throughout Genesis.

Please sign up below!

Sunday Summer Nights
2026-07-26 17:00 - 19:30
Join us for a laid-back Sunday Summer Night at SSJ as our parish family gathers after Mass to enjoy the simple joys of summer. Bring your family, invite a friend, and stay for an evening of good company, relaxed conversation, and connection.

Food trucks will be available for purchase, making it easy to grab dinner and spend time together. As we continue SSJ Summer Stories, we’ll share in community and celebrate the greater story God is writing among us.

PLEASE RSVP BELOW – THANK YOU!

City of Hope Blood Drive- Sign Up!
2026-08-03 00:00 - 2026-09-18 23:59
Friday, September 18, 202612:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.Franciscan Room

Give hope to patients in need by donating blood at our City of Hope Blood Drive. In honor of St. Gennaro, whose courageous faith brought hope to others, we are invited to give of ourselves so that others may live.

All donors will receive a $10 gift card, compliments of City of Hope.

Appointments are recommended. CLICK HERE to schedule your donation using sponsor code SSJ, or call 626-218-7171.

After donating on Friday, join us the following evening for our Feast of San Gennaro Parish Dinner on Saturday, September 19. Together, we will celebrate a special weekend of faith, generosity, food, and fellowship. CLICK HERE to RSVP for dinner!

Trivia Night
2026-08-07 18:00 - 20:00
Join us for an evening of trivia, prizes, dinner, and summer fun!

Bring a team and test your knowledge against your fellow parishioners at Trivia Night! Enjoy friendly competition with general trivia, fun prizes, and a delicious dinner.

All are welcome to join us in Colman Hall on Friday, August 7 from 6:00pm – 8:00pm.

BYOB and BYO Dessert to share. Get ready for an epic night!

Please RSVP by emailing Reanna Parrino at rparrino@ssj.org.

Baptism Prep Class
2026-08-12 18:30 - 20:00, 2026-09-09 18:30 - 20:00, 2026-10-14 18:30 - 20:00, 2026-11-11 18:30 - 20:00, 2026-12-09 18:30 - 20:00, 2027-01-13 18:30 - 20:00, 2027-02-10 18:30 - 20:00, 2027-03-10 18:30 - 20:00 and 7 more dates
Baptism is the formal way in which we welcome families and infants (ages 0-6) into our Catholic-Christian community. It marks the beginning of a sacramental faith journey for the child and is an important celebration for the family. For both parents and Godparents, preparing for Baptism is an opportunity to renew and deepen their own faith journey. It is also a special moment for our parish community to welcome new members into the life of the Church.

First Steps to Baptism

Contact the Coordinator of OCIA/BaptismReach out to Denise Quackenbush at dquackenbush@ssj.org to schedule a brief consultation to begin the registration process.

Complete the Registration Form Fill out the Baptism Registration Form and return it to the Parish Office along with your child’s Birth Certificate. If you are not already a registered family at Saints Simon & Jude, please complete the Parish Registration Form as well.

Register for a Baptism Preparation Class Both parents and Godparents are required to participate in the Baptism Preparation Class.

We look forward to celebrating this sacred moment with your family and welcoming your child into the Catholic faith!

Sunset XLT
2026-08-14 19:00 - 20:30
Join us for a summer evening of worship and adoration at XLT on August 14. This XLT will be outdoors at sunset outside in Motor Plaza from 7:00–8:30pm. Bring your own chairs and blankets and come ready to hear a guest speaker share stories of how God has been moving this summer. All are welcome.

Dinner will be served before we begin, so join us at 6:00pm as we cook up some food and gather in community before entering into worship. Please RSVP below.

End of Summer BBQ
2026-08-15 16:00 - 19:30
Get ready for one of the biggest parish celebrations of the summer!

Join us Saturday, August 15, immediately following the 4:00 PM Mass on the SSJ field for our End of Summer BBQ!

We’ll have incredible BBQ, activities for the kids, plenty of time to gather with friends—and this year, we’re turning up the fun in a BIG way.

BIG ANNOUNCEMENT: WILD CARD IS LIVE AT SSJ!

We are thrilled to welcome WILD CARD to the End of Summer BBQ!

This high-energy cover band, known for performing at Disneyland, will be bringing the party to SSJ with live music everyone can enjoy. Get ready to sing along, dance, and enjoy an unforgettable summer evening with our parish family.

Bring your friends and get ready for a great show!

AND SAVE ROOM FOR DESSERT…

Because Sundae Crafts is rolling in!

The Sundae Crafts dessert truck will be joining us with their over-the-top cookie-and-ice-cream creations. Think warm cookies, ice cream, chocolate, caramel, Oreos, whipped cream, and plenty of other sweet combinations.

It’s the perfect way to top off a summer night!

For your convenience Sundae Crafts accepts cash or credit cards.

COME HUNGRY!

Our very own Holy Smokes Meat Ministry will be serving up:

Brisket Tacos

Brisket Sliders

And, of course, all the fixings!

Plus, there will be games and activities for the kids, live entertainment, and plenty of opportunities to connect with friends old and new.

There is no cost to attend. A suggested donation of $10 per person or $25 per family is appreciated for the BBQ.

WE NEED YOU, TOO!

A celebration this big takes a parish family to make it happen!

We’re looking for volunteers to help with setup, serving food, hospitality, kids’ activities, cleanup, and more. Whether you can give an hour or stay for the evening, your help will make a huge difference. CLICK HERE to sign up to volunteer!

LET US KNOW YOU’RE COMING

Great BBQ

Wild Card live

Sundae Crafts for dessert.

Games, music, friends, family, and an evening together as one parish community.

This is one summer celebration you won’t want to miss! Invite your family. Invite your friends. We’ll see you at the BBQ!

No cost to attend!Suggested donation: $10 per person or $25 per family

Please RSVP BELOW so we can prepare plenty of food for everyone.

Come hungry, leave joyful. We can’t wait to share this final summer celebration with you!

Women's Back-to-School Prayer Breakfast
2026-08-28 09:00 - 11:00
Starting the School Year with Purpose & Prayer

Join us for a meaningful and energizing Women’s Back-to-School Prayer Breakfast featuring Jonna Schuster.

Jonna is approved in adult spirituality and brings more than 20 years of ministry experience. Her work focuses on helping Catholics understand their identity, calling, and relationship with the Holy Spirit. She will share an encouraging message about allowing God to work through women in their homes, schools, workplaces, and communities.

This gathering is for all women—moms, grandmothers, aunts, friends, teachers, mentors, and anyone who wants to begin the school year grounded in prayer and purpose.

What Makes This Event Special

Guests will leave encouraged, connected, and equipped with:

– Practical ways to build a daily prayer habit

– Guided prayer for students, teachers, families, and schools

– A prayer journal or handout to continue praying after the event

– An inspiring and energizing message from Jonna

– Time to connect with other women who want to make prayer a priority

Come enjoy breakfast, fellowship, and a powerful morning of encouragement as we pray for our children, families, educators, schools, workplaces, and community.

Begin the school year with purpose. Step forward in the power of prayer. Registration is free. Please RSVP below!

Share Your Faith With Anyone Workshop
2026-08-29 09:00 - 15:30
Do you want to feel more comfortable talking about your Catholic faith with family, friends, coworkers, and others in your everyday life?

Join us for a practical and encouraging Share Your Faith With Anyone Workshop led by Adam Janke, President of St. Paul Street Evangelization. This workshop is designed to help Catholics share their faith naturally, confidently, and with genuine love.

Join us for Mass at 8:15 AM before the workshop begins.

During the workshop, you will learn:

How to talk about your faith naturally

How to share the story of what God has done in your life

How to invite others to take one small step closer to Jesus

No special experience is needed. Whether you are already comfortable sharing your faith or are not sure where to begin, this workshop will provide practical tools you can use in everyday conversations.

Saints Simon and Jude Catholic Church – Franciscan Room20444 Magnolia StreetHuntington Beach, CA 92646

Lunch is included. Please RSVP via the link below!

Tapas & Theology
2026-09-10 18:30 - 20:30 | 4 Sons Brewing, 18421 Gothard St Suite 100 8, Huntington Beach, CA, 92646, United States
All women18+ are invited to 4 Son’s Brewery in Huntington Beach for fellowship and theology! Tapas is for women who want to share their faith life in a fun, relaxed, and casual atmosphere. The evenings include casual conversation, a speaker, and small group discussion. Please RSVP!

Meet Our Speaker: Diana Wehbe

Once immersed in worldly pursuits and a career in FM radio, Diana Wehbe felt called to a deeper relationship with Christ. She left her media career and devoted several years to prayer and discernment, seeking a more contemplative life rooted in faith.

Now serving as Director of Youth Ministries at St. Edward the Confessor Catholic Church in Dana Point, CA, Diana lives as a lay consecrated woman, espoused to Jesus Christ. Embracing chastity and True Devotion to Mary, she strives to remain wholly available to God’s will.

“God alone suffices.” — St. Teresa of Avila

Feast of San Gennaro
2026-09-19 17:00
e celebrate this feast not only to honor San Gennaro, but also to rejoice in our own shared devotion to faith, family, and fellowship; just as Italian-American communities have done for generations!

Enjoy an authentic Italian meal featuring real Italian pasta and meatballs, fresh salad, and warm bread. All homemade and served with love.

Please RSVP so that we can prepare enough food for all to enjoy!

San Gennaro, pray for us!

Tacos & Theology
2026-09-22 18:30 - 20:30 | 4 Sons Brewing, 18421 Gothard St Suite 100 8, Huntington Beach, CA, 92646, United States
All men 18+ are invited to 4 Son’s Brewery in Huntington Beach for fellowship and theology! Tacos & Theology is for men who want to share their faith life in a fun, relaxed, and casual atmosphere. The evenings include casual conversation, a speaker, and small group discussion. Please RSVP!

Saints Simon & Jude 60th Annual Fall Festival
2026-10-02 00:00 - 2026-10-04 23:59
Celebrate 60 years of faith, fellowship, and community at the Saints Simon & Jude Fall Festival. This beloved parish tradition brings together parishioners, school families, alumni, neighbors, and friends from throughout Huntington Beach and Orange County for a joyful weekend of live music, carnival rides, games, food, drinks, and family fun.

More than an annual fundraiser, the Fall Festival is an expression of our Catholic parish family—rooted in hospitality, gratitude, service, fellowship, and sharing the love of Christ with everyone who comes through our gates. Proceeds help support the ongoing needs of our parish and school.

Festival Hours

Friday, October 25:00–10:30 PM

Saturday, October 32:00–10:30 PM

Sunday, October 4Noon–9:00 PM

Live Entertainment

Friday: Redneck RodeoSaturday: Flash Back Heart AttackSunday: Tijuana Dogs

Sunday Highlights

Kids Talent ShowSunday at 12:45 PM

Grand Prize DrawingSunday at 8:00 PM

The grand prize drawing includes a $10,000 grand prize and a diamond necklace.

Get Involved

Volunteer

Festival takes many helping hands. Volunteers are needed for food and game booths, kitchen support, setup during the week before Festival, and cleanup on Monday. Please consider signing up for at least one shift. Click Here to sign up to volunteer!

Become a Sponsor

Sponsorships help keep beloved traditions alive, bring families together, and make this milestone celebration possible. Opportunities are available for families, organizations, and local businesses, with recognition that may include festival signage, website and bulletin acknowledgment, ride tickets, meal coupons, parking, T-shirt placement, and on-stage recognition depending on the sponsorship level. Click Here to become a Festival Sponsor!

Available sponsorship levels include:

60th Anniversary Festival Partner — $10,000

Pavilion Partner — $5,000

Legacy Sponsor — $3,000

Jubilee Sponsor — $1,500

Grand Sponsor — $750

Premier Sponsor — $500

Loyal Supporter — $300

Friends of the Festival — $100

The Raffle Partner and T-Shirt Partner opportunities are already sold. The sponsorship deadline is Friday, September 4, 2026.

For sponsorship questions, contact Lyssa Rollolazo at lyssa@ssj.org.

Support the Festival Raffle

Raffle tickets are another easy way to support the Festival:

1 book — $20

2 books — $35

3 books — $50

Each book also includes a ticket for the Early Bird drawings held weekly in September. Ticket stubs and payment may be placed in the Sunday collection basket, mailed, or delivered to the Parish Office.
