General
First day of Classes for Students
Today is the first day of classes for ALL Diocese of Alexandria Catholic School students for the 2018-2019 school year. All Catholic schools within the diocese will begin classes today.
Solemnity of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary
Solemnity of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary, a Holy Day of obligation.
54 Day Novena for the Coast to Coast Rosary
All Catholics are encouraged to join together to pray the 54 day Novena for Our Nation from the August 15 Feast of the Assumption through the October 7 Feast of Our Lady of the Rosary. On the weekend of October 7, the United States–through Rosary Coast to Coast–will join with our international brothers and sisters…
ACTS Retreat for Men
• Aug. 16-19, 2018 Cenla ACTS for Men For more information, contact Les Glankler at 318-664-5269 or www.cenlaacts.org.
VIRTUS Awareness Training
St. Joseph Catholic Center 4400 Coliseum Blvd., Alexandria, LA, United States• 6:00 p.m., St. Joseph Catholic Center, 4400 Coliseum Blvd., ALEXANDRIA To pre-register, go to virtus.org, and click on First Time Registrant (on left side of screen) to begin the registration process. For more information, call 318-445-6424 ext. 213.
Illuminated Rosary, Marksville
St. Joseph Church 141 S. Washington St., MarksvilleIlluminated Rosary, Every Thursday evening through October Join St. Joseph Church in Marksville every Thursday, from now until Oct. 26, at 8:00 p.m. to pray the Rosary before an illuminated Rosary located outside on the grounds of the parish hall. (Time changes to 7 p.m. in September). In case of inclement weather, the Rosary is…
Hands-ON+Hearts IN Discernment for Women
“Hands-ON + Hearts-IN” Program provides a week-long discernment for women considering life as a Catholic Sister. The next experiences are scheduled for Aug. 22-25, and Sept. 10-14 in Holly Springs, MS. There is no cost for participants. For five full days, women will be accompanied by Sisters from various orders providing hands-on service to the…
Illuminated Rosary, Marksville
St. Joseph Church 141 S. Washington St., MarksvilleIlluminated Rosary, Every Thursday evening through October Join St. Joseph Church in Marksville every Thursday, from now until Oct. 26, at 8:00 p.m. to pray the Rosary before an illuminated Rosary located outside on the grounds of the parish hall. (Time changes to 7 p.m. in September). In case of inclement weather, the Rosary is…
FRESH FIRE 2018
FRESH FIRE 2018, a day-long gathering sponsored by the Catholic Charismatic Renewal of New Orleans (CCRNO), will take place Saturday, Aug. 25, 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., at St Benilde Cafeteria, 1901 Division St., Metairie, LA. Speakers include Al Mansfield, Patti Mansfield, and Johnny Bertucci. The theme for the day is “Return to Your First Love." Registration is $30…
VIRTUS Awareness Training, Bunkie
St. Anthony of Padua School 116 S. Knoll Ave., Bunkie, LA, United States• 6:00 p.m. — St. Anthony of Padua School, Bunkie To pre-register, go to virtus.org, and click on First Time Registrant (on left side of screen) to begin the registration process. For more information, call 318-445-6424 ext. 213.
Illuminated Rosary, Marksville
St. Joseph Church 141 S. Washington St., MarksvilleIlluminated Rosary, Every Thursday evening through October Join St. Joseph Church in Marksville every Thursday, from now until Oct. 26, at 8:00 p.m. to pray the Rosary before an illuminated Rosary located outside on the grounds of the parish hall. (Time changes to 7 p.m. in September). In case of inclement weather, the Rosary is…
Illuminated Rosary, Marksville
St. Joseph Church 141 S. Washington St., MarksvilleIlluminated Rosary, Every Thursday evening through October Join St. Joseph Church in Marksville every Thursday, from now until Oct. 26, at 8:00 p.m. to pray the Rosary before an illuminated Rosary located outside on the grounds of the parish hall. (Time changes to 7 p.m. in September). In case of inclement weather, the Rosary is…
SEARCH High School Retreat
Maryhill Renewal Center 600 Maryhill Rd., Pineville, LA, United StatesGrades 9-12 During this retreat, we will embark on the search for God together. It is easy to look to Google for answers, but only God reaches into our lives and gives us a personal response. We want to encourage teens into a relationship with God by encouraging them to ask the big questions about…
Birthday Brunch for the Blessed Mother
St. Frances Cabrini Church 2211 E. Texas Ave., Alexandria, LA, United StatesA Birthday Brunch for the Blessed Mother will be held at St. Frances Cabrini Church, Saturday, Sept. 8 after 9:00 a.m. Mass. All are invited to come as we honor Our Lady on her birthday and celebrate 70 years of St. Frances Cabrini School.
Church Fair, Evergreen
Church of the Little Flower 2912 Main St., Evergreen, LA, United StatesChurch of the Little Flower in Evergreen will hold their annual fair on Sept. 8-9. Festivities kick off after the 4:30 p.m. Mass. Bingo, children's games, sweet shop, country store, hamburgers, jambalaya, cokes are on Saturday night's agenda. Sunday, bingo continues all day. Sunday dinner consists of roast beef with all the trimmings for $8…
Church Fair, Evergreen
Church of the Little Flower 2912 Main St., Evergreen, LA, United StatesChurch of the Little Flower in Evergreen will hold their annual fair on Sept. 8-9. Festivities kick off after the 4:30 p.m. Mass. Bingo, children's games, sweet shop, country store, hamburgers, jambalaya, cokes are on Saturday night's agenda. Sunday, bingo continues all day. Sunday dinner consists of roast beef with all the trimmings for $8…
Patriotic Rosary for Our Country
St. Frances Cabrini Church 2211 E. Texas Ave., Alexandria, LA, United StatesWe will be praying a rosary for our country with the 4th degree Knights of Columbus on Sept. 11 at 6:00 p.m. at St. Frances Cabrini Church. Everyone is invited to attend.
Spiritual Director Internship meeting
St. Joseph Catholic Center 4400 Coliseum Blvd., Alexandria, LA, United StatesThere will be an Informational Meeting on Wednesday, Sept. 12 from 10:00 a.m. to noon at the St. Joseph Catholic Center, 4400 Coliseum Blvd, Alexandria. The Diocese will partner with the Archdiocese of New Orleans Spirituality Center Formation Program to offer a certification for those interested in this ministry. This program is a two-year Spiritual…
ACTS Retreat for Women
St. Joseph ACTS for Women For more information, contact John Gary Dauzat at (972) 333-3490 or jdauzat@crcins.com.
VIRTUS Awareness Training, Natchitoches
Minor Basilica of the Immaculate Conception 145 Church Street, Natchitoches, LA, United States6:00 p.m. -- Minor Basilica of the Immaculate Conception Church Hall, Natchitoches To pre-register, go to virtus.org, and click on First Time Registrant (on left side of screen) to begin the registration process. For more information, call 318-445-6424 ext. 213.
Illuminated Rosary, Marksville
St. Joseph Church 141 S. Washington St., MarksvilleIlluminated Rosary, Every Thursday evening through October Join St. Joseph Church in Marksville every Thursday, from now until Oct. 26, at 8:00 p.m. to pray the Rosary before an illuminated Rosary located outside on the grounds of the parish hall. (Time changes to 7 p.m. in September). In case of inclement weather, the Rosary is…
St. Peter Church Fair, Bordelonville
St. Peter Church 4702 LA-451, Bordelonville, LA, United StatesPlease join us for our annual Fall Church Fair at the Bordelonville Volunteer Fire Department Training Facility (Old School site) in Bordelonville. On Saturday, Sept. 15, we will begin with Mass at 4:00 p.m. in the Gym followed by activities and food: cracklins, crawfish pistolettes, hamburgers, egg rolls, jambalaya, catfish po-boys, sweet shop, funnel cakes,…
Mass of Healing, St. Frances Cabrini Church
St. Frances Cabrini Church 2211 E. Texas Ave., Alexandria, LA, United StatesA Mass for all victims of sexual abuse and for healing in the Church will be offered on Saturday, Sept. 15, in honor of Our Lady of Sorrows at 8:00 a.m. at St. Frances Cabrini Church, Alexandria.
Ladies Day Retreat
St. Rita Church 4401 Bayou Rapides Rd., Alexandria, LA, United StatesAll ladies are invited to attend the “Ladies Day Retreat” sponsored by the Catholic Daughters #1459 and Women of Grace. The retreat will be held at St. Rita Holy Family Center and begins at 9:00 a.m. and closing with 4:00 p.m. Mass. The retreat’s reflection will be “The Greatest Commandments” with keynote speaker, Father Derek Ducote, Parochial…
Grillin’ and Chillin’ fundraiser
Spirits Food & Friends 1200 Texas Ave., Alexandria, LA, United StatesSeptember 16 The Cenla Homeless Coalition’s Virginia Soprano Resource Center is currently serving some 20 to 30 clients daily, many more than ever expected. While not a shelter, the Resource Center provides clients with access to personal hygiene, laundry services, and internet access. A fundraiser is being held at Spirits on Sept. 16 from 4:00-7:00…
St. Mary’s Greco Bowl
Los Pinos Events Center 9624, 770 Fish Hatchery Rd., Forest Hill, LA, United StatesThe annual St. Mary’s Greco Bowl, hosted by Chef John Folse, will be Sept. 19 at Los Pinos Events Center in Forest Hill. The event will be hosted by celebrity chef John Folse and will feature a cooking demo and Live and Silent Auction with charity auctioneer Chuck Mutz. All proceeds benefit St. Mary’s Residential…
Illuminated Rosary, Marksville
St. Joseph Church 141 S. Washington St., MarksvilleIlluminated Rosary, Every Thursday evening through October Join St. Joseph Church in Marksville every Thursday, from now until Oct. 26, at 8:00 p.m. to pray the Rosary before an illuminated Rosary located outside on the grounds of the parish hall. (Time changes to 7 p.m. in September). In case of inclement weather, the Rosary is…
Beginning Experience Weekend
Maryhill Renewal Center 600 Maryhill Rd., Pineville, LA, United StatesSeptember 21-23 Widowed, separated or divorced? Don’t know where to turn? Struggling with grief or loss? Beginning Experience is registering now for a weekend away toward a lifetime of change at Maryhill Renewal Center, Sept. 16-18. Program helps grieving, single-again persons emerge from the darkness of grief into the light of a new beginning, and…
Red Mass
St. Francis Xavier Cathedral 626 4th Street, Alexandria, LA, United StatesRed Mass honoring our judicial officials, attorneys and others in the field will be held Sept. 21 at 9:30 a.m. at St. Francis Xavier Cathedral. Everyone is invited to attend.
Magnificat Breakfast, Natchitoches
Dcn. Jeff Chapman will share his testimony at Merci Beaucoup Restaurant on Church Street in Natchitoches, LA. For more information or to make reservations (must pre-register), contact CENLA Magnificat at cenlamagnificat@gmail.com or visit the website www.magnificat-ministry.net/chapters/chapter-states-l-m/la-alexandria/. Doors open at 9:00 a.m. for open seating and the event runs from 9:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
Adult Faith Series, Marksville
St. Joseph Church 141 S. Washington St., MarksvilleThe Bible Timeline: The Story of Salvation Adult Faith Series, Season II • September • October • November All are invited to “The Bible Time Line: The Story of Salvation” Adult Faith Series continuing at St. Joseph Church in Marksville. This Fall 2018 Series will be the second of three Seasons (Spring 2018; Fall 2018;…
VIRTUS Awareness Training, Alexandria
St. Joseph Catholic Center 4400 Coliseum Blvd., Alexandria, LA, United States• 6:00 p.m. -- St. Joseph Catholic Center, 4400 Coliseum Blvd., ALEXANDRIA To pre-register, go to virtus.org, and click on First Time Registrant (on left side of screen) to begin the registration process. For more information, call 318-445-6424 ext. 213.
VIRTUS Awareness Training, Moreauville
Sacred Heart School 9968 Bayou des Glaises, Moreauville, LA, United States• 6:00 p.m. -- Sacred Heart School, Moreauville To pre-register, go to virtus.org, and click on First Time Registrant (on left side of screen) to begin the registration process. For more information, call 318-445-6424 ext. 213.
Celebration of Life Fundraising Gala, Natchitoches
The Women's Resource Center/Pregnancy Help Medical Clinic will hold its annual fundraiser gala Sept. 27 at the Natchitoches Events Center. Keynote speaker will be Gordon Douglas. Tickets are $25 per person and must be purchased in advance, no sales at the door. Sponsorships available. Call (318) 357-8888 or text (318) 527-0010 for more information.
Adult Faith Series, Marksville
St. Joseph Church 141 S. Washington St., MarksvilleThe Bible Timeline: The Story of Salvation Adult Faith Series, Season II • September • October • November All are invited to “The Bible Time Line: The Story of Salvation” Adult Faith Series continuing at St. Joseph Church in Marksville. This Fall 2018 Series will be the second of three Seasons (Spring 2018; Fall 2018;…
Illuminated Rosary, Marksville
St. Joseph Church 141 S. Washington St., MarksvilleIlluminated Rosary, Every Thursday evening through October Join St. Joseph Church in Marksville every Thursday, from now until Oct. 26, at 8:00 p.m. to pray the Rosary before an illuminated Rosary located outside on the grounds of the parish hall. (Time changes to 7 p.m. in September). In case of inclement weather, the Rosary is…
Procession of Roses in Honor of St. Therese
St. Frances Cabrini Church 2211 E. Texas Ave., Alexandria, LA, United StatesProcession of Roses in Honor of St. Therese • October 1 St. Frances Cabrini Church will host a Procession of Roses in Honor of St. Therese on Monday, Oct. 1 at 8:00 a.m. All are invited to bring roses and venerate the relic of St. Therese and her parents.
Adult Faith Series, Marksville
St. Joseph Church 141 S. Washington St., MarksvilleThe Bible Timeline: The Story of Salvation Adult Faith Series, Season II • September • October • November All are invited to “The Bible Time Line: The Story of Salvation” Adult Faith Series continuing at St. Joseph Church in Marksville. This Fall 2018 Series will be the second of three Seasons (Spring 2018; Fall 2018;…
St. Mary’s Assumption ACTS Retreat for Men
Maryhill Renewal Center 600 Maryhill Rd., Pineville, LA, United StatesSt. Mary's Assumption ACTS for Men For more information, contact Luke Welch at (318) 359-3372.
Adult Faith Series, Marksville
St. Joseph Church 141 S. Washington St., MarksvilleThe Bible Timeline: The Story of Salvation Adult Faith Series, Season II • September • October • November All are invited to “The Bible Time Line: The Story of Salvation” Adult Faith Series continuing at St. Joseph Church in Marksville. This Fall 2018 Series will be the second of three Seasons (Spring 2018; Fall 2018;…
Illuminated Rosary, Marksville
St. Joseph Church 141 S. Washington St., MarksvilleIlluminated Rosary, Every Thursday evening through October Join St. Joseph Church in Marksville every Thursday, from now until Oct. 26, at 8:00 p.m. to pray the Rosary before an illuminated Rosary located outside on the grounds of the parish hall. (Time changes to 7 p.m. in September). In case of inclement weather, the Rosary is…
Fall Fair: Holy Ghost Church/St. Richards Chapel
Holy Ghost Church 121 S. Preston St., Marksville, LA, United StatesHoly Ghost Church and St. Richards Chapel Fall Fair • October 5-7 Activities include: the Children’s Fair on Wednesday, Oct. 3; Country Store/ Garage Sale Friday through Sunday, October 5 -7; Red beans & rice dinner with fried chicken, corn bread and coleslaw at $7.00 per plate will be served on Saturday from 10:00 a.m…
Pro-Life Chain, Alexandria
Alexandria Riverfront Center 707 2nd Street, Alexandria, LA, United StatesJoin pro-life citizens in Alexandria in this peaceful public witness against abortion. We will gather under the Riverfront Center next to the Jackson Street Bridge on Oct. 7 between 2:00-3:00 p.m. We will be joined during the event by a volunteer musician who will keep us focused with his music. Bring your whole family and…
Coast-to-Coast Rosary
LA, United StatesThe Diocese of Alexandria will participate in the Coast-to-Coast Rosary for Our Nation on Oct. 7. Each deanery is scheduling local events. In the Avoyelles Deanery, Mater Dolorosa in Plaucheville will host a recitation of the Rosary at 3:00 p.m. on Oct. 7. In the Central Deanery (Alexandria), all are invited for the Rosary and…
Bishops Golf Tournament
Oakwing Golf Course 2345 Vandenburg Drive, Alexandria, LA, United StatesBishops Golf Tournament – Oct. 8 Join us for the annual Bishop’s Golf Tournament, Monday, Oct. 8 at Oakwing Golf Course, Alexandria. The 4-person scramble format includes green fees, cart, mulligans, range balls, refreshments and dinner following the tournament. Lunch will be served at 11:00 a.m., tee off time is 12 noon. Team sponsorship cost…
VIRTUS Awareness Training, Alexandria
St. Joseph Catholic Center 4400 Coliseum Blvd., Alexandria, LA, United States• 6:00 p.m. — St. Joseph Catholic Center, ALEXANDRIA To pre-register, go to virtus.org, and click on First Time Registrant (on left side of screen) to begin the registration process. For more information, call 318-445-6424 ext. 213.
Adult Faith Series, Marksville
St. Joseph Church 141 S. Washington St., MarksvilleThe Bible Timeline: The Story of Salvation Adult Faith Series, Season II • September • October • November All are invited to “The Bible Time Line: The Story of Salvation” Adult Faith Series continuing at St. Joseph Church in Marksville. This Fall 2018 Series will be the second of three Seasons (Spring 2018; Fall 2018;…
Adult Faith Series, Marksville
St. Joseph Church 141 S. Washington St., MarksvilleThe Bible Timeline: The Story of Salvation Adult Faith Series, Season II • September • October • November All are invited to “The Bible Time Line: The Story of Salvation” Adult Faith Series continuing at St. Joseph Church in Marksville. This Fall 2018 Series will be the second of three Seasons (Spring 2018; Fall 2018;…
Illuminated Rosary, Marksville
St. Joseph Church 141 S. Washington St., MarksvilleIlluminated Rosary, Every Thursday evening through October Join St. Joseph Church in Marksville every Thursday, from now until Oct. 26, at 8:00 p.m. to pray the Rosary before an illuminated Rosary located outside on the grounds of the parish hall. (Time changes to 7 p.m. in September). In case of inclement weather, the Rosary is…
St. Augustine Church Fair, Isle Brevelle
St. Augustine Church 2262 Highway 484, Natchez, LA, United StatesSt. Augustine Catholic Church will host their Annual Fair featuring a taste of Creole cuisine, culture, and history. Festivities begin with a fish fry on Friday, Oct. 12 from 6:00-10:00 p.m. and music by DJ Butchie Wutchie. Saturday and Sunday events include music by DJ Doc Couty, kids games, country store, bingo, Creole foods including…