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You are invited to visit an exhibit honoring the life, ministry, and legacy of late Auxiliary Bishop David O’Connell now open to the public inside the Cathedral. The chapel, located in one of the niches in the cathedral’s south ambulatory, features photos of O’Connell throughout his life, as well as personal items such as handwritten notes, Bible, rosary, books of jokes, and more. “We have made a beautiful, prayerful chapel to our beloved friend. I hope many will be able to come and celebrate the life of Bishop O’Connell, which was truly a life lived for Jesus,” said Archbishop José H. Gomez, who was on hand to dedicate the chapel on March 17.

Works of art focused on spirituality from 60 students of 12 Catholic high schools throughout the Archdiocese of Los Angeles are on display at the Art Chapel inside the Cathedral. The annual Robert Graham Memorial Student Art Exhibit opened on March 19th with a special blessing by Archbishop José H. Gomez, who also presented students with certificates. The art exhibit celebrates the value that Catholic education provides to young people and its contributions to our Church, communities and nation. | Read More

The 38th running of the Los Angeles Marathon takes place on Sunday, March 19, 2023. The Cathedral is the sixth landmark on a course starting from Dodger Stadium and finishing on the Avenue of the Stars. Access to the Cathedral will be limited due to street closures. | Click to download access pass

The Stations of the Cross take place every Friday of Lent, at 11:30AM. It will begin in the sanctuary of the Cathedral. The Stations of the Cross are a 14-step Catholic devotion that commemorates Jesus Christ's last day on Earth as a man. The 14 devotions, or stations, focus on specific events of His last day, beginning with His condemnation. The stations are commonly used as a mini pilgrimage as the individual moves from station to station. At each station, the individual recalls and meditates on a specific event from Christ's last day.

Eucharistic Adoration is held at the Blessed Sacrament Chapel from 7:30 AM - 12:00 PM.