On Wednesday, July 17, 2019, Christ Cathedral in Orange County, formerly the famous Crystal Cathedral, was reopened and dedicated following a seven-year renovation. His Excellency The Most Reverend Christophe Pierre, Apostolic Nuncio to the United States, presided over the ceremony and consecrated the altar and walls with holy water and oil.
By the invitation of His Excellency The Most Reverend Kevin Vann, Bishop of Orange, and The Very Reverend Christopher Smith, Rector, on behalf of H.E. Archbishop Moushegh Mardirossian, Prelate, Archpriest Fr. Hrant Yeretzian participated in the ceremony and conveyed the congratulations and well wishes of His Eminence.