Do you have a desire to journey and help others grow in their faith with God? Do you have a love for the Lord and a desire to share the gifts that HE has given you?On Aug. 15, 6:00 p.m., at the St. Joseph Catholic Center in Alexandria, LA, an informational session will be held …
Calling all Catechists entrusted with handing down the faith to the youth and adults in our Diocese! We invite you to join us for a Day of Enrichment! As you undertake this momentous task of teaching the faith to those in your parish, we aim to support you and provide you with tools to enrich …
After more than 20 years of service to the ministry of St. Mary’s Residential Training School, Christi Guillot will be stepping down from her role as administrator effective July 26, 2024. Mrs. Guillot has been a faithful leader at St. Mary’s, guiding the campus through transformational moments including the $9M construction project of 15 group …
Pre-Cana Marriage Prep Workshop Are you engaged or planning for your upcoming nuptial ceremony? Or maybe you know someone in your family who is preparing for the Sacrament of Matrimony. Beginning Oct. 12, Pre-Cana workshops are returning to the Diocese of Alexandria, and will be held quarterly. These one-day workshops will be held at the St. …
Raffle Drawing for Catholic Charities Christmas in July! All proceeds from this raffle will help fund our programs: Mental Health, Disaster Relief and Basic Needs. Tickets are $10.00 each or 3 for $20.00. Drawing to be held August 5. You have 5 chances to win!!!!! Prizes include: • LSU Pkg. #1 - 3 tickets to …
*We need VIRTUS Awareness Training Facilitators throughout the Diocese of Alexandria. We will have an evening series of training from July 30-August 1, 5:00-9:00 p.m., at the St. Joseph Catholic Center in Alexandria. The training is free of charge. We will provide all materials/binders, dinner and snacks. Once trained, volunteer facilitators are asked for a …
As we watch the approach of Category 4 Hurricane Beryl – a strong storm so early in the season – we are reminded that we have traditionally sought the intercession of the Blessed Virgin Mary, under the title Our Lady of Prompt Succor, for protection from injury and damage due to hurricanes. Here is one …
by Cynthia Hawthorne, CCCLA Disaster Relief Volunteer Let me share with you a little about our Catholic Charities. Catholic Charities of Central Louisiana is a member of the 168 Catholic Charities agencies united in faith and mission to serve our communities. CCUSA operates in 50 States, the District of Columbia, and 5 territories offering programs …
The National Eucharistic Congress happening July 17-21 at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis is ready to welcome thousands of pilgrims to the 10th Annual Congress. However, before this powerful weekend of transformation occurs, a historic journey of the Blessed Sacrament is taking place. Four Eucharistic processions are crossing the United States leading up to the …
The Most Reverend Robert W. Marshall, Jr., Bishop of Alexandria, has made the following clergy appointments, to be effective on July 1, 2024: Monsignor Scott Chemino, is re-appointed Pastor of St. Anthony of Padua Church, Bunkie. Father Wade DeCoste, presently Pastoral Administrator of St. Joseph Church, Marksville, is appointed Pastor of that church. Father Joseph …
