VBS Decorating Day - Volunteers Needed
2026-06-03 18:00 - 20:00 (America/Los_Angeles)
Calling all crafters, decorators, and builders!

VBS needs your help transforming our halls and classrooms into a rainforest where campers can “Explore the Nature of God”!

Join us on the following days to help create decorations and prepare for VBS:

Wednesday, June 3 | 6:00–8:00 PM — Decoration Making (Quinn Hall)

Sunday, June 7 | 1:00–3:00 PM — Decoration Making (Quinn Hall)

Saturday, June 20 | 12:00–3:00 PM — Decorating Day (Quinn Hall)

Safe environment training is not needed for the decoration timeslots above.

No need to register – just show up to Quinn Hall ready to get crafty!

For questions or more information, please email: faithformation@sainthedwig.org

Learn more about 2026 VBS here.

VBS Decorating Day - Volunteers Needed
2026-06-03 18:00 - 20:00
Calling all crafters, decorators, and builders!

VBS needs your help transforming our halls and classrooms into a rainforest where campers can “Explore the Nature of God”!

Join us on the following days to help create decorations and prepare for VBS:

Wednesday, June 3 | 6:00–8:00 PM — Decoration Making (Quinn Hall)

Sunday, June 7 | 1:00–3:00 PM — Decoration Making (Quinn Hall)

Saturday, June 20 | 12:00–3:00 PM — Decorating Day (Quinn Hall)

Safe environment training is not needed for the decoration timeslots above.

No need to register – simply show up to Quinn Hall ready to get crafty!

For questions or more information, please email: faithformation@sainthedwig.org

Learn more about 2026 VBS here.

Young Adult Rosary & Bible Study
2026-06-01 19:30 - 20:30, 2026-05-25 19:30 - 20:30, 2026-05-18 19:30 - 20:30, 2026-05-11 19:30 - 20:30, 2026-05-04 19:30 - 20:30, 2026-04-27 19:30 - 20:30, 2026-04-20 19:30 - 20:30, 2026-04-13 19:30 - 20:30 and 1 more date
Join us every Monday at 7:30 PM in the Our Lady of Guadalupe Room (Parish Center, across from Quinn Hall) for a peaceful evening of prayer and fellowship. Open to young adults ages 18–36.

Join our GroupMe and stay connected. Email ebray@sainthedwig.org for the link.

All are welcome!

Rosary for Life
2026-05-31 13:15 - 14:15, 2026-04-26 13:15 - 14:15
Our Respect Life Ministry invites you to join in praying the Glorious Mysteries of the Rosary for the protection and dignity of all life, from conception to natural death.

When: Every last Sunday of the month at 1:15 PMWhere: Church

All are welcome to participate in this powerful prayer for life.

For resources and more information, visit: www.sainthedwig.org/respect-life/

That Man Is You! (TMIY)
2026-05-29 05:45 - 07:15, 2026-05-22 05:45 - 07:15, 2026-05-15 05:45 - 07:15, 2026-05-08 05:45 - 07:15, 2026-05-01 05:45 - 07:15, 2026-04-24 05:45 - 07:15, 2026-04-17 05:45 - 07:15, 2026-04-10 05:45 - 07:15
That Man Is You! (TMIY) welcomes everyone to join us on Friday mornings, now through August 14, for reflection on the upcoming Sunday Mass readings. Each gathering includes prayer, reflection, and group discussion in a welcoming and faith-filled setting. Men and women alike are invited to attend, and no registration is required—simply come by.

EVERY FRIDAYTime: 5:45 AM – 7:15 AMLocation: Quinn Hall, St. Hedwig Catholic Church

All are encouraged to join. Register now!

Optional Registration Fee: $50 (donation to St. Hedwig Catholic Church)

For more information, contact:Deacon Henry EagarEmail: heagar@sainthedwig.orgPhone: (562) 262-9028Website: www.thatmanisyou.com

24-Hour Adoration
2026-05-16 00:00 - 2026-05-17 23:59, 2026-04-16 00:00 - 2026-04-17 23:59
Come and be in His Presence! We have 24-hour Adoration on the 16th of every month starting after the 8:30 AM Mass. Benediction is the next morning at 8:15 AM.

To sign up visit: sainthedwig.weadorehim.com/.

He’s waiting for you!

The church (Quinn Hall) is locked from 8:00 PM – 6:30 AM. An entry code is provided after signing up online.

Questions? (562) 296-9098

Email: Adoration@sainthedwig.org

Young Adult Ministry - Arts & Christ
2026-05-06 19:00 - 20:30
Every First Wednesday of the Month at 7:00 PM. Our Lady of Guadalupe Room, Parish Center.

Join us for a faith-filled evening of creativity, community, and reflection as we create Catholic religious crafts together.

Info: George (562-296-9041) | Eric (562-296-9020)

VBS Registration Day
2026-04-26 09:00 - 13:00
Get ready for a tree-mendous adventure this summer at St. Hedwig Vacation Bible School! VBS will be June 22nd-June 26th from 8:30am-12:00pm and is open to children in grades 1st-5th in fall 2026. This year’s theme is Rainforest Falls “Exploring the Nature of God”!

There will be a 1 day only REGISTRATION on Sunday April 26th from 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM. Please click on the registration form by grade below. Registration forms must be submitted in-person on Sunday, April 26, 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM. If you have questions, please contact the Faith Formation office at faithformation@sainthedwig.org or 562-296-9023.

Red Cross Blood Drive
2026-04-26 08:00 - 14:00

Pancake Breakfast
2026-04-26 08:00 - 12:00
Please join the Knights for a delicious pancake breakfast on Sunday, April 26 on the Parish Center Patio (former Convent) across from Quinn Hall.

St. Hedwig's Spring Soirée
2026-04-18 18:00 - 21:30 | St. Hedwig Catholic Church, 11482 Los Alamitos Blvd, Los Alamitos, 90720
We are delighted to introduce our newest parish fellowship event, St. Hedwig’s Spring Soirée, a joyful evening of wine, food, music, and community. This special gathering brings together friends and families of our parish to celebrate fellowship and gives thanks for God’s many blessings upon St. Hedwig.

Guests will enjoy an elegant evening filled with wonderful local flavors, lively music, and the warmth of parish community. Whether reconnecting with friends or meeting new faces, the Spring Soirée is a beautiful opportunity to celebrate together.

Presale tickets available Sunday, March 15th!

Presale Ticket:$60

At the door :$75

Your Ticket Includes:

🍷 Unlimited wine tastings from local wineries🍽 Culinary bites from local restaurants🎶 Live music and entertainment🎟 Access to the live auction and opportunity baskets🥂 A keepsake St. Hedwig wine glass

Be among the first to secure your spot at our upcoming wine tasting event.Presale tickets are now available before the public release.

Enjoy an evening of exceptional wines, great fellowship, and a curated tasting experience.

Sign up for our newsletter to be the first to know when presale goes live.

Sign up for presale updates

Exquisite wine tastings from over 10 local wineries

Delicious food from 10+ local restaurants

Live music from X-it Plan

Ways to Support the Spring Soirée

To make this event a success for our parish, we are seeking support in the following areas:

Live Auction

Raffle Baskets

Wine Pull

Charcuterie Bar

Volunteer

We are seeking high-value items or experiences to be donated to the live auction, such as travel, theme parks or attractions, shows, concerts, sporting events, wellness or lifestyle experiences.

We are collecting new and valuable items for themed raffle baskets, including Women’s Self-Care, Entertainment, Men’s, Family Fun, Children’s, Date Night, Wine, and Gardening. Gift cards are especially appreciated. At this time, we are specifically looking for items for our “Family Fun” – themed raffle basket.

Donated items will be accepted in the Parish Office now through Friday, March 20. If you would like to contribute a monetary donation instead, please make checks payable to St. Hedwig Catholic Church and put “Spring Soirée raffle baskets” in the memo line.

For questions about the raffle baskets, please contact Sue Goldberg at ssgoldberg4@gmail.com or (562) 243-7199.

We are accepting donations of good-quality wine bottles ($20+) to create a wine pull. Currently needed: 4 bottles of red wine and 13 bottles of white wine. If you’re able to contribute a bottle (or more!) of wine, or assist with planning, creation, or setup, we would be very grateful for your support.

Wine bottle donations will be accepted in the Parish Office now through Friday, March 20. If you would like to contribute a monetary donation instead, please make checks payable to St. Hedwig Catholic Church and put “Spring Soirée wine pull” in the memo line.

For questions about the wine pull, please contact Sue Goldberg at ssgoldberg4@gmail.com or (562) 243-7199.

The Knights of Columbus will be creating a charcuterie bar for our event. Closer to the event day, the Knights will accept donated food items for the charcuterie board (meats, cheeses, fruits, jams, nuts, etc.). More information is to come.

If you would like to contribute a monetary donation, please make checks payable to St. Hedwig Catholic Church and put “Spring Soirée charcuterie bar” in the memo line. For questions, or if you’d like to assist with planning, creation, or setup, please email Dave Burch, Grand Knight, at brchviking@aol.com.

We are seeking individuals that are able to volunteer their time to help set up the event, work during the event, or help clean up after the event. Volunteers must be +18 years old. Please click the button to sign up for a specific shift.

If you have any questions, please contact our event committee at communications@sainthedwig.org

Sign up here

For questions or more information, please contact our event committee at communications@sainthedwig.org or (562) 296-9000 (Parish Office).

If you would prefer to make a monetary donation to support the event, please make checks payable to Saint Hedwig Catholic Church and write “Spring Soirée” in the memo line.

Thank you for your continued generosity and support!

Feast of Mercy Celebration
2026-04-12 14:00 - 15:30
Please join us to celebrate the Feast of Mercy and venerate the Divine Mercy Image together as a parish community!

Program Schedule:

2:00 PM: Gather in the Holy Family Plaza for a Procession with the Divine Mercy Image

2:10 PM: Procession will be led by the Boy Scouts into the church

2:20 PM: Veneration of the Divine Mercy Image: We will honor the image by offering red and white flowers

2:30 PM: Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament

2:40 PM: Reflection on Divine Mercy by Fr. Bala

3:00 PM: Pray the Chaplet of Divine Mercy

3:15 PM: Benediction

What is Divine Mercy?

Divine Mercy is the infinite love and compassion of God poured out for every sinner and every suffering heart. It reminds us that no matter how far we have fallen, God’s mercy is greater than our sin. Revealed most fully in Jesus Christ, especially in His Passion, Death, and Resurrection, it is an invitation to trust in Him and to extend that same mercy to others.

On February 22, 1931, Jesus appeared to St. Faustina Kowalska in Poland and asked for an image to be painted: Him clothed in white, with red and white rays flowing from His heart and the words, “Jesus, I trust in You.” The rays symbolize the blood and water that flowed from His side during His Passion. Through St. Faustina, Jesus entrusted the Church with devotion to His Divine Mercy.

These devotions include Divine Mercy Sunday (the Sunday after Easter), the Divine Mercy Chaplet & Novena, and the Hour of Mercy at 3:00 PM, each offering a powerful invitation to receive His grace and trust in His mercy. Jesus desires that all souls come to know the depth of His mercy.

“Oh, what great graces I will grant to souls who say this Chaplet. Write down these words, my daughter. Speak to the world about My mercy; let all mankind recognize my unfathomable mercy. It is a sign for the end times; after it will come the day of justice. While there is still time, let them have recourse to the fount of my mercy; let them profit from the blood and water which gushed forth for them.” (Diary of St. Faustina, 848)

Please note: A plenary indulgence may be received on the Feast of Mercy by going to Confession (on or near the feast), attending Mass and receiving Holy Communion in a state of grace, and venerating the Divine Mercy Image. We will have regularly scheduled Mass times on Saturday, April 11 (5:00 PM Vigil), and Sunday, April 12.

Easter Sunday Mass
2026-04-05 00:00 - 23:59
Easter Sunday – April 5

Rejoice in the Resurrection of Our Lord and celebrate Easter Sunday with our parish family!

Mass Schedule:

6:00 AM – Sunrise Mass

8:00 AM – Church

10:00 AM – Church

12:00 PM – Church

(Please note: There will be no evening Mass on Easter Sunday.)

Come and experience the joy, hope, and renewal of Easter as we celebrate Christ’s triumph over sin and death.

We invite you to prayerfully consider attending the Easter Vigil, 6:00 AM Sunrise, or 12:00 PM Masses

Due to increased attendance and limited seating, we strongly encourage parishioners to consider attending the 8:00 PM Saturday Easter Vigil, or the 6:00 AM Sunrise, or 12:00 PM Sunday Masses if possible. The 8:00 AM and 10:00 AM Masses are expected to be the most highly attended, and seating will be very limited.

We especially and prayerfully invite you to attend the 8:00 PM Easter Vigil, the most sacred and ancient liturgy of the Church year. The Vigil begins with the blessing of the fire and candlelight procession, followed by readings that trace salvation history from the Old Testament to the proclamation of the Resurrection. On this holy night, we joyfully welcome new members into the Church through the Sacraments of Initiation and renew our own baptismal promises.

The Easter Vigil is the first Mass of Easter and the fullest celebration of the Paschal Mystery, as we rejoice in Christ’s victory of light over darkness and death. Please note that this is the only Mass featuring music by the St. Hedwig Adult Choir.

We look forward to celebrating the Resurrection of the Lord with you. Alleluia!
