Fiat & Fortitude Prayer Breakfast
2026-06-20 08:15 - 11:00, 2026-07-04 08:15 - 11:00, 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.

Diocese of Orange 50th Anniversary Mass & Parish Reception
2026-06-20 16:00 - 18:30
Join us on Saturday, June 20, as we celebrate the Diocese of Orange 50th Jubilee Anniversary with a special 4:00 PM Mass celebrated by Bishop Fryer.

Named for Saints Simon and Jude, apostles of courage and hope, our parish gives thanks for 50 years of diocesan mission and celebrates our shared call to live as missionary disciples—rooted in the Eucharist, faithful in prayer, generous in service, and bold in witness.

A festive reception will follow with live music, desserts, and drinks. As a parish family, we joyfully give thanks for the Diocese of Orange and our place in its continuing story of faith.

Please RSVP below!

Tapas & Theology
2026-06-25 18:30 - 20:30, 2026-08-27 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!

Mission Outreach Summer 2026 Collection Drive
2026-06-27 00:00 - 2026-07-07 23:59
Saints Simon & Jude Mission Outreach invites you to support this summer’s 2026 collection for Get on the Bus, a program that helps children visit a mother or father who is currently in prison. Through free bus transportation, children and their guardians are able to travel long distances for a day of connection, healing, and hope with their incarcerated parent—often after years apart.

This year, Saints Simon & Jude will help support more than 80 children traveling to Corcoran, California, on July 24. Parishioners are invited to take part by donating new items that will help make the journey meaningful and comforting for the children and families participating.

Donations may be brought to the Mission Outreach table in Mondor Plaza after all Masses on June 27 and 28, or dropped off at the Parish Office by Tuesday, July 7. Items needed include stuffed teddy bears, fleece or microfiber blankets, family games and activities, snacks, stay-connected kits, and monetary donations. Thank you for helping our parish extend compassion, encouragement, and love to children and families separated by incarceration.

Items Needed for Get on the BusNew items only, please.

Stuffed Teddy Bears10″ to 12″ teddy bears

BlanketsFleece or microfiber blankets, no larger than 50″ x 60″

Family Bonding Games & ActivitiesConnect 4 games, Candy Land games, Quirkle board games, Mindful Talk by School of Mindfulness, hypoallergenic face paints, 8×10 canvas boards, and quick-dry tempera paints

Delicious SnacksCapri Sun drinks, boxed apple juice, water in plastic bottles, single-serving packages of Goldfish, Cheez-Its, chips, Teddy Grahams, or cookies, fruit rolls, and granola bars with no nuts

Stay-Connected KitsForever stamps, books or sheets of 20, plain 8.5″ x 11″ stationery sheets with envelopes, blank simple greeting cards, pens and pencils, and 4×6 paper photo frames

Monetary donations are also greatly appreciated.

You can also order items from the Amazon Wish List and have them delivered to Saints Simon & Jude: CLICK HERE to order form the Amazon Wish List.

SSJ Beach Cleanup
2026-06-27 09:00 - 11:00
Join us for a morning of service, community, and care for God’s creation at Huntington State Beach. Everyone is welcome to take part in this beach cleanup as we help care for our coastline together.

Date: Saturday June 27, 2026Time: 9:00 a.m. —11:00 a.m.Location: Huntington State Beach, Magnolia Street Entrance, Between Towers 7 and 8

– Parking is free. Just let the attendant know you are there for a beach cleanup.

– Children 10 and under must be accompanied by an adult.

– Hot dogs, donuts and drinks provided.

To ensure enough supplies, please CLICK HERE TO RSVP for each person in your party.

For more information, contact Louise Nakamine at lnakamine@ssj.org.

Catholic Family Nights - Angels Game
2026-06-27 16:30 - 21:00
All SSJ parishioners are invited to join your fellow parishioners and the Diocese of Orange for Catholic Family Night at the Angels.

Los Angeles Angels vs. The Athletics

Date: Saturday, June 27, 2026

Tailgate: 4:30pm-5:30pm | First Pitch: 6:38pm

Location: Angel Stadium

There will be a fireworks display at the end of the game.

Tickets are $35 each. If you have any questions, please contact Rhea Moreno – rmoreno@ssj.org

Tickets!

Fr. Philip's 42nd Ordination Anniversary Celebration
2026-06-28 11:15 - 12:00
Join us as we celebrate Fr. Philip Smith’s 42nd anniversary of ordination with a special Mass and celebration on Sunday, June 28. This joyful occasion honors Fr. Philip’s many years of faithful priestly ministry, generous service, and loving commitment to the people of God.

Bishop Thanh will be celebrating Mass at 11:15 a.m., offering the parish community an opportunity to gather in gratitude for Fr. Philip’s vocation and the countless ways his ministry has touched lives through preaching, pastoral care, and the celebration of the sacraments.

Following Mass, all are invited to continue the celebration in fellowship as we thank Fr. Philip for 42 years of dedicated service to the Church. Please join us for this special anniversary event as we give thanks to God for the gift of his priesthood and pray for continued blessings in his ministry.

Sunday Summer Nights
2026-06-28 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!

Food Trucks

Tacos & Theology
2026-06-30 18:30 - 20:30, 2026-08-25 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!

Tailgate & Theology
2026-07-02 18:30 - 2026-07-30 20:00
Join us every Thursday in July for Tailgate & Theology — a summer evening of Catholic community, good food, and great conversation.

Fr. Philip and Fr. Reynold will lead us through the parables and other stories of the Bible, helping us discover what God is speaking to us through Scripture and how His Word continues to speak into our lives today.

Bring your own Bible, BBQ, and anything else that starts with B that you’d like to enjoy or share!

First Tailgate & Theology

Thursday, July 26:30 PMSSJ Parking Lot

After our first gathering, Tailgate & Theology will hit the road! We’ll meet in various local parking lots throughout the month as we share Catholic community out in the community.

Please join the RSVP list below to receive each week’s location and updates.

We can’t wait to see you at the tailgate!

Baptism Prep Class
2026-07-08 18:30 - 20:00, 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 and 1 more date
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!

Genesis: Origins, Identity, and God’s Faithfulness
2026-07-22 19:00 - 2026-09-23 20:30
Wednesdays beginning July 2210-week studyFranciscan Room @ 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!

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

Bring a team and test your knowledge against your fellow parishioners at our Hawaiian-themed Trivia Night, part of our Summer Story. Enjoy friendly competition with general trivia, fun prizes, and a delicious dinner from L&L Hawaiian BBQ.

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

BYOB and BYO Dessert to share. Wear your favorite Hawaiian shirt and get ready for an epic night!

Please RSVP below!

When you sign up, be sure to include:

1. Your team name2. The number of people in your group

Example:Name: The Aloha All-StarsNumber of Guests: 6

Sunset XLT
2026-08-14 19:00 - 20:30
Join us for a summer evening of worship, adoration, and reconciliation at XLT on August 14. This XLT will be outdoors at sunset on the west side of Colman Hall 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
Our summer story comes full circle! Join us as we close out SSJ Summer Stories with an evening of faith, fellowship, food, and fun hosted by Holy Smokes Meat Ministry.

Together, we’ll celebrate the stories shared, the memories made, and the ways God has been at work in our parish family this summer. As our summer story comes to a close, we’re reminded that each of our stories is part of God’s greater story—one that continues to unfold in our community, our families, and our life of faith.

End of Summer BBQSaturday, June 14After the 4:00 PM MassSaints Simon & Jude – on the field

Enjoy slow-smoked pork, hot dogs, BBQ beans, coleslaw, desserts, and more—plus live music, games for kids, and great company.

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!
