Did you know? St. Lucy Catholic School opened in Houma in September of 1949, expanded in 1951, and closed in 1967. The 1965 class was the final graduating… Read more

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Fr. Alex Gaudet reflects on the readings for the Third Sunday of Advent.

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Fr. Mitch and Fr. Josh sat down for a candid conversation about discernment, priestly vocations, and guiding men through formation. Hear their insights on the joy, fulfillment, and calling of the priesthood—and be encouraged that God has a plan for your life too. 🙏

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Fr. Matthew Prosperie reflects on the readings for the Second Sunday in Ordinary Time.

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Let’s come together to celebrate as one Church, one faith, one family—under the loving mantle of Our Lady of Guadalupe.

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Fr. JD Matherne reflects on the readings for the First Sunday of Advent.

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At first glance, St. John Henry Newman can sound like someone who’s hard to connect with. He was a genius, an academic, and he spent a lot of time in solitude writing.

On the other hand, his writings were deeply human and the topics… Read more

It can be hard to relate to the saints sometimes. Many have extraordinary gifts combined with virtually flawless habits, which can inadvertently make us feel a little inadequate.

But that certainly isn’t the case with St. Bartolo… Read more

What exactly is a permanent deacon and what does he do? In this video, Deacon James shares the story of how he was drawn to the diaconate. Hear about his journey to ordination, and the special moment that he felt the Holy Spirit. 🕊️

Learn more about the permanent diaconate… Read more

We are proud to support fully-inclusive Catholic education for students with exceptionalities in an environment that nurtures their spiritual, academic, and… Read more

Bishop Simon Peter presided at the Mass, which was complete with cultural musical instruments like the powwow drum. Bishop was also presented with a special new chasuble with a design of… Read more

Bishop Simon Peter presided at the Mass, which was complete with cultural musical instruments like the powwow drum. Bishop was also presented with a special new chasuble with a design of… Read more

“Madrecita” (“Little Mother”) was born in Italy but spent almost 50 years doing mission work – mostly in the Ecuadorian Amazon jungle! She was a nurse, a midwife, a “surgeon” in emergencies, a catechist, and a peacemaker between… Read more

Fr. Eric Leyble reflects on the readings for the Solemnity of Our Lord Jesus Christ, King of the Universe.

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He reminded the children about the importance of being thankful, and invited them to share what they are thankful for.

Thank you to Fr. Eric Leyble and the… Read more

For the first time ever, Pope Leo XIV will connect directly with young people via a special LIVE DIGITAL ENCOUNTER at the National Catholic Youth Conference (NCYC)! 🙏🖥️

🌐 The event will be broadcast globally by EWTN, SiriusXM The Catholic Channel, and shown in our diocesan Catholic Schools!

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“The poor are our masters” was something St. Vincenza loved to say.

Born in 1802 in Verona, Italy, she was the youngest of 12 children in a devout, hard-working family. Her parents modeled daily prayer, charity, and in particular,… Read more

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From football to feeling the Lord in your heart, James and Chad cover it all! They share how to walk with God, grow in virtue, and find meaning and purpose in our daily lives. Find out how… Read more

All are invited to this special event on Saturday, December 13 at 10:30 a.m. at St. Joseph Co-Cathedral Catholic Church Thibodaux. A reception will follow in the Life Center.

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Fr. Andre Melancon reflects on the readings for the Thirty-Third Sunday in Ordinary Time.

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St. Peter To Rot is the first ever saint from Papua New Guinea – but a timely one for the whole Church.

His parents were among the first generation of Catholics in the region, having been baptized by missionaries some years before his… Read more

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Born in Mardin, Turkey, near the Syrian border, Fr. Ignatius Maloyan took his name in honor of St. Ignatius of Antioch when he was ordained a priest in 1896. After years of service in Alexandria and Cairo, he was sent back… Read more

Learn how they hear God in the silence, how the saints come to life in their faith, what inspires them about the interior life, and what gives them hope for the Church today.

Plus, find out what “coffice” is and why it has become a… Read more

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Animated by our Hispanic community, this event on December 12 will begin with an outdoor rosary procession at 6:15 p.m. at the Cathedral of St. Francis de Sales, with Mass at 7 p.m. and a reception to follow.

Let’s come together… Read more

Today, we pause to honor the men and women who have served our nation in the U.S. Military. They remind us that the freedoms we enjoy come at a price – one that was paid for with courage, sacrifice, and love.

But as Catholics, we see in their service a reflection of Christ’s own self-giving… Read more

“Madre Carmen” was a Venezuelan religious sister and the founder of the Congregation of the Servants of Jesus of Caracas. Growing up as one of eight children, she showed great humility and dedication to education and… Read more

St. Martin was the first Black saint of the Americas. He faced poverty, prejudice, and social barriers throughout his… Read more

St. Martin was the first Black saint of the Americas. He faced poverty, prejudice, and social barriers throughout his… Read more

Fr. Brice Higginbotham reflects on the readings for the Feast of the Dedication of the Lateran Basilica in Rome.

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Confession will also be offered from 6-7 p.m. at St. Hilary on December 4.

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St. José Gregorio (1864–1919) was a Venezuelan physician who grew up in a quiet mountain town high in the Andes. Gifted from an early age, he earned his medical doctorate in Caracas, the capital, and… Read more

Advance Day giving will be available from November 17 through December 1, with the official Giving Day on December 2.

Find a ministry that you would like to support on our diocesan community… Read more

During this time, the Church offers a rare and powerful opportunity to receive an extraordinary spiritual gift: a plenary indulgence—the complete removal of temporal punishment due to sin, either for yourself or a deceased loved one.
👉 And you can get one every single day until the end of… Read more

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