Diocese of Orange Launches 'There's More' Initiative at Honda Center

The "There's More" initiative introduces a philosophy of "radical hospitality" for the county’s 1.3 million Catholics. Drawing on expertise from former Disney executives, the program focuses on reshaping church culture, from renaming ushers as "hospitality ministers" to ensuring physical comfort in parking lots and pews. Auxiliary Bishop Timothy Freyer described the effort as a commitment to an open-handed approach, ensuring that every person feels a sense of belonging regardless of their history with the faith.

To track progress, the diocese is releasing a new mobile application called "PrayServe." Parishioners are encouraged to log their contributions toward collective goals: 500,000 hours of service, 500,000 hours of Adoration, and 500,000 rosaries. These targets form the pillars of a broader strategy to integrate faith into daily life across the diocese’s 58 parishes.

The Honda Center gathering features speakers including Msgr. James Shea and guitarist Tony Melendez, alongside music from Grammy-nominated artist Matt Maher. This assembly follows a commemorative Mass held in June at Holy Family parish, which marked the exact location and date of the diocese’s founding 50 years ago. While the June celebration honored the past, the August event shifts the focus toward the future of the local church.