BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Saints Simon & Jude Catholic Church - ECPv6.15.12.2//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Saints Simon & Jude Catholic Church X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://www.ssj.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Saints Simon & Jude Catholic Church REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Los_Angeles BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20240310T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20241103T090000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20250309T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20251102T090000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20260308T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20261101T090000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251007T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251007T203000 DTSTAMP:20260511T002654 CREATED:20250902T214334Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250912T174859Z UID:10000763-1759861800-1759869000@www.ssj.org SUMMARY:Tapas & Theology DESCRIPTION: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! \n\n\n\nSpecial Guest Speaker & SSJ Parishioner: Kelly Hudson first became involved in the Pro-Life movement following an incident while working on a reality television show that forced her to discover how simply standing up for our beliefs can be the difference between life and death. \n\n\n\nKelly is currently a Medical Advocate at Horizon Pregnancy Clinic\, where she offers pregnant women of all ages and backgrounds compassionate care and hope through education\, material assistance and resources\, community connections\, and spiritual guidance. \n\n\n\nIn addition\, Kelly leads a 40 Days for Life campaign in Costa Mesa\, aimed at ending abortion locally through prayer\, fasting\, community outreach\, and peaceful all-day vigils in front of abortion businesses. \n\n\n\nJoin Rhea and Kelly for a “fireside chat” as they discuss how the pro-life movement affects us all and how you can get more involved in Respect Life Month this October\, when the Catholic Church celebrates and promotes the dignity of every human life\, from conception to natural death. \n\n\n\n“I used to stand on the sidelines of the pro-life movement; now I stand on the sidewalk.” -Kelly Hudson  URL:https://www.ssj.org/event/tapas-theology-4/ LOCATION:4 Sons Brewing\, 18421 Gothard St Suite 100 8\, Huntington Beach\, CA\, 92646\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.ssj.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Tacos-7.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251008T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251008T200000 DTSTAMP:20260511T002654 CREATED:20250801T202310Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250810T190210Z UID:10000678-1759948200-1759953600@www.ssj.org SUMMARY:Baptism Prep Class DESCRIPTION: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.  \n\n\n\nFirst Steps to Baptism \n\n\n\n\nContact the Coordinator of OCIA/BaptismReach out to Denise Quackenbush at dquackenbush@ssj.org to schedule a brief consultation to begin the registration process. \n\n\n\nComplete 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. \n\n\n\nRegister for a Baptism Preparation Class Both parents and Godparents are required to participate in the Baptism Preparation Class.\n\n\n\n\nWe look forward to celebrating this sacred moment with your family and welcoming your child into the Catholic faith!  URL:https://www.ssj.org/event/baptism-prep-calss/2025-10-08/ LOCATION:CA ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.ssj.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/Baptism-Prep-Class-5.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251012T093000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251012T103000 DTSTAMP:20260511T002654 CREATED:20250830T002702Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250830T002759Z UID:10000784-1760261400-1760265000@www.ssj.org SUMMARY:Family Mass DESCRIPTION:Worship\, Connect\, and Grow Together! \n\n\n\nJoin us for Family Mass once a month\, where families come together to celebrate the Eucharist in a joyful\, welcoming\, and engaging way! This special liturgy features youth participation\, uplifting music\, and a message that speaks to both children and adults.  \n\n\n\nOn select Sundays\, stay for family activities and a delicious breakfast\, providing a wonderful opportunity for fellowship\, connection\, and growing in faith as a parish family.  \n\n\n\nFor more information on our SSJ Kid’s Ministry Offerings please contact: \n\n\n\nRhea Moreno\, Director of Faith Formation & Family Ministry \n\n\n\nrmoreno@ssj.org URL:https://www.ssj.org/event/family-mass/2025-10-12/ LOCATION:CA ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.ssj.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/Family-Mass.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251013T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251013T200000 DTSTAMP:20260511T002654 CREATED:20250821T192254Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260306T190536Z UID:10000772-1760380200-1760385600@www.ssj.org SUMMARY:Women's Bible Study DESCRIPTION:Women’s Bible Study is for all women!  We meet once a month at 7:00pm in the Youth Room.  It’s a great chance to hang out\, grow in faith\, and support each other in a relaxed and welcoming environment.  Each meeting includes scripture study\, small group discussions\, prayer time\, and fellowship. We hope you will join us!   \n\n\n\nContact:  \n\n\n\nReanna Liebl rliebl@ssj.org  \n\n\n\nOr\, \n\n\n\nRhea Morenormoreno@ssj.org URL:https://www.ssj.org/event/womens-bible-study/2025-10-13/ LOCATION:CA ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.ssj.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/Untitled-design-53.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251014T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251014T203000 DTSTAMP:20260511T002654 CREATED:20250613T203901Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260413T174220Z UID:10000756-1760466600-1760473800@www.ssj.org SUMMARY:Tacos & Theology DESCRIPTION: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! URL:https://www.ssj.org/event/tacos-theology-2/2025-10-14/ LOCATION:4 Sons Brewing\, 18421 Gothard St Suite 100 8\, Huntington Beach\, CA\, 92646\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.ssj.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Tacos-.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251022T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251022T203000 DTSTAMP:20260511T002654 CREATED:20250923T195325Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250923T200155Z UID:10000807-1761156000-1761165000@www.ssj.org SUMMARY:Living with Hopeful Hearts DESCRIPTION:Women Creating Community- Friendship\, Faith & Fellowship \n\n\n\nWomen Creating Community invites all women of the parish\, along with their guests\, to enjoy a night of inspiration\, connection\, and friendship! \n\n\n\nEvening Highlights: \n\n\n\n\n– Engaging talk by Armando Cervantes\, Director of Youth & Young Adult Ministry for the Diocese of Orange\n\n\n\n– Dinner will be served\n\n\n\n– Wine provided (or bring your favorite bottle to share!)\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nDetails: \n\n\n\n\n– Freewill offerings are appreciated\n\n\n\n– Kindly RSVP by October 19th to: cweeharding@gmail.com\n\n\n\n\nCome\, be refreshed in faith\, uplifted in fellowship\, and strengthened in community! URL:https://www.ssj.org/event/living-with-hopeful-hearts/ LOCATION:CA ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.ssj.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/WCC-oct.-2025-2.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251024T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251024T203000 DTSTAMP:20260511T002654 CREATED:20250903T162935Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251007T193141Z UID:10000792-1761332400-1761337800@www.ssj.org SUMMARY:Middle School Ministry Youth Nights DESCRIPTION:CLICK HERE to RSVP for this Halloween Youth Night ONLY for Middle Schoolers! \n\n\n\nYouth Nights are a fantastic way to build a Catholic community\, offering middle school kids a unique opportunity to grow in their faith while having fun and building lasting friendships. These events foster a sense of belonging and encourage personal and spiritual growth during a crucial stage of their development.  \n\n\n\nYouth Nights are held approximately every third Friday of the month from 7:00 to 8:30 PM. You don’t need to be in Middle School Faith Formation or even be Catholic to join—everyone is welcome! Bring a friend and join the fun!  \n\n\n\nContact:Rhea Moreno\, Director of Faith Formation & Family Ministriesrmoreno@ssj.org URL:https://www.ssj.org/event/middle-school-ministry-youth-nights-2/ LOCATION:CA ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.ssj.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/MSYN-OCT.-2025-Flyer-3.75-x-4.65-in-bulletin-Presentation.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251101T000000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251109T235959 DTSTAMP:20260511T002654 CREATED:20251029T233700Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251029T233824Z UID:10000810-1761955200-1762732799@www.ssj.org SUMMARY:Hallow St. Jude Novena DESCRIPTION:Join the SSJ Hallow Community! The First SSJ Prayer Challenge will begin Saturday\, November 1!  \n\n\n\nOver 9 days\, join Giavani Cairo\, the actor who portrays Jude Thaddeus in “The Chosen\,” and bring your prayer requests to the intercession of St. Jude\, the patron saint of lost causes and impossible situations. \n\n\n\nClick Here to join Hallow! URL:https://www.ssj.org/event/hallow-st-jude-novena/ LOCATION:CA ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.ssj.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/Untitled-design-69.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251102T000000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251109T235959 DTSTAMP:20260511T002654 CREATED:20251030T003313Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251112T210444Z UID:10000815-1762041600-1762732799@www.ssj.org SUMMARY:Prayer Ribbon Wall DESCRIPTION:SSJ continues our tradition of prayer for the Living & the Dead. We honor All Saints Day and All Souls Day. Join us in this Spiritual Work of Mercy. Ribbons will be available at all Masses the 1st week of November. The Prayer Wall will remain up until Advent. URL:https://www.ssj.org/event/prayer-ribbon-wall/ LOCATION:CA ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.ssj.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/Fall-Prime-Time-5.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251102T093000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251102T103000 DTSTAMP:20260511T002654 CREATED:20250830T002702Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250830T002759Z UID:10000785-1762075800-1762079400@www.ssj.org SUMMARY:Family Mass DESCRIPTION:Worship\, Connect\, and Grow Together! \n\n\n\nJoin us for Family Mass once a month\, where families come together to celebrate the Eucharist in a joyful\, welcoming\, and engaging way! This special liturgy features youth participation\, uplifting music\, and a message that speaks to both children and adults.  \n\n\n\nOn select Sundays\, stay for family activities and a delicious breakfast\, providing a wonderful opportunity for fellowship\, connection\, and growing in faith as a parish family.  \n\n\n\nFor more information on our SSJ Kid’s Ministry Offerings please contact: \n\n\n\nRhea Moreno\, Director of Faith Formation & Family Ministry \n\n\n\nrmoreno@ssj.org URL:https://www.ssj.org/event/family-mass/2025-11-02/ LOCATION:CA ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.ssj.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/Family-Mass.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251110T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251110T200000 DTSTAMP:20260511T002654 CREATED:20250821T192254Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260306T190536Z UID:10000773-1762799400-1762804800@www.ssj.org SUMMARY:Women's Bible Study DESCRIPTION:Women’s Bible Study is for all women!  We meet once a month at 7:00pm in the Youth Room.  It’s a great chance to hang out\, grow in faith\, and support each other in a relaxed and welcoming environment.  Each meeting includes scripture study\, small group discussions\, prayer time\, and fellowship. We hope you will join us!   \n\n\n\nContact:  \n\n\n\nReanna Liebl rliebl@ssj.org  \n\n\n\nOr\, \n\n\n\nRhea Morenormoreno@ssj.org URL:https://www.ssj.org/event/womens-bible-study/2025-11-10/ LOCATION:CA ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.ssj.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/Untitled-design-53.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251111T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251111T203000 DTSTAMP:20260511T002654 CREATED:20250613T203901Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260413T174220Z UID:10000757-1762885800-1762893000@www.ssj.org SUMMARY:Tacos & Theology DESCRIPTION: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! URL:https://www.ssj.org/event/tacos-theology-2/2025-11-11/ LOCATION:4 Sons Brewing\, 18421 Gothard St Suite 100 8\, Huntington Beach\, CA\, 92646\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.ssj.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Tacos-.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251112T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251112T200000 DTSTAMP:20260511T002654 CREATED:20250801T202310Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250810T190210Z UID:10000679-1762972200-1762977600@www.ssj.org SUMMARY:Baptism Prep Class DESCRIPTION: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.  \n\n\n\nFirst Steps to Baptism \n\n\n\n\nContact the Coordinator of OCIA/BaptismReach out to Denise Quackenbush at dquackenbush@ssj.org to schedule a brief consultation to begin the registration process. \n\n\n\nComplete 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. \n\n\n\nRegister for a Baptism Preparation Class Both parents and Godparents are required to participate in the Baptism Preparation Class.\n\n\n\n\nWe look forward to celebrating this sacred moment with your family and welcoming your child into the Catholic faith!  URL:https://www.ssj.org/event/baptism-prep-calss/2025-11-12/ LOCATION:CA ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.ssj.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/Baptism-Prep-Class-5.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251113T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251113T203000 DTSTAMP:20260511T002654 CREATED:20251029T230338Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251029T231151Z UID:10000607-1763058600-1763065800@www.ssj.org SUMMARY:Tapas & Theology DESCRIPTION: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! \n\n\n\nGuest Speaker: Diana Wehbe \n\n\n\nOnce 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. \n\n\n\nNow 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. \n\n\n\n“God alone suffices.” — St. Teresa of Avila URL:https://www.ssj.org/event/tapas-theology-6/ LOCATION:4 Sons Brewing\, 18421 Gothard St Suite 100 8\, Huntington Beach\, CA\, 92646\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.ssj.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Untitled-design-66.png END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR