The next Christ in the City, an evening of Eucharistic Adoration for young adults in their late teens, 20s, and 30s, , will be on Tuesday, January 4, 2022 at 7:00 pm in the Chapel at Notre Dame Seminary [2901 S. Carrollton Ave., New Orleans]. A social hour will follow. Future Christ in the City evenings in 2022 are scheduled for February 1, March 8, April 5, May 3, and June 7. For more information, please contact James Behan, Associate Director for Young Adult Ministry and Marriage and Family Life, at yam@arch-no.org. Christ in the City is sponsored by the CYO/Youth & Young Adult Ministry Office of the Archdiocese of New Orleans.
Please come and join us at St Anthony Church -- Gretna -- on Tuesday mornings at 8:00 AM before Mass to pray the Rosary. Let us pray together for: the end of COVD; the sick, the dying, the abused, those suffering from abortion, the aborted, souls in purgatory, the conversion of sinners; those caught in human trafficking; peace in the world; compassion, understanding; and your special intentions.
Come Lord Jesus! Bible Study -- In St Anthony Parish Office/Hall -- Thursdays at 10:30 in St Anthony Rectory ++ Also at 1 pm St Joseph has their CLJ in the St Joseph Social Room ++ Please join us for either++ It’s a program that was developed in the Diocese of Lafayette, Louisiana, USA in the late sixties and early seventies by Father Conley Bertrand, a parish priest. Graced with a love for prayer and Scripture and an ardent zeal, he sought to communicate these qualities to his parishioners. Come, Lord Jesus! is the fruit of many years of prayer, reflection on Sacred Scripture, and experimentation. This inspiring program is a complete study of the Sunday Readings, including Gospels (Be My Witness), Epistles(Love One Another) and the Old Testament(Give Glory to God) in three separate volumes. Following the Liturgical Calendar and utilizing the Catechism of the Catholic Church, members grow in sanctification through prayer, Scripture, Eucharist, and Christian community.
In this novena to Our Lady of Perpetual Help (also known as Our Mother of Perpetual Help from this icon pictured on the left) we pay tribute to the Blessed Virgin Mary in asking for her assistance. This picture of the Blessed Mother with her Divine Son above has helped her provide strength, comfort and even miracles to the faithful for centuries! Come join us for Mass and Novena.
Al Mansfield, Coordinator -- Office Hours MWF 10-5 -- 1901 Division St Metairie LA -- CCRNO Prayer Meeting and Mass 7:30 pm Every Wednesday at St Benilde -- Youth Prayer Meeting at Rummel Raider Room at 7:30 pm Sunday Nights.
Pilgrimage Dates are June 3 -12, 2022 ++ Discover Switzerland, Austria & Bavaria with Oberammergau Passion Play The distinct cultures of Switzerland, Austria, and Bavaria await you. Explore delightful Bern on a panoramic sightseeing tour featuring the Bundeshaus (the Swiss Parliament), the famous Bear Pit, the Rose Gardens, and the gothic cathedral. Your time in Lucerne, the “Swiss Paradise on the Lake,” includes a leisurely paced Alstadt (Old Town) walking tour. While in Innsbruck, enjoy a panoramic visit to this city’s Olympic landmarks. In beautiful Salzburg, stroll through Mirabell Gardens and along the quaint Getreidegasse (site of Mozart’s birthplace). Have dinner in Austria’s oldest restaurant, St. Peter’s. Fairy tales come to life with a picture stop at Bavaria’s most famous castle, Neuschwanstein. Your amazing journey concludes in the charming village of Oberammergau. Here you’ll witness a spectacular performance of the Oberammergau Passion Play, whose origins date back to 1634. Watch as the entire village comes together to present you with their rendition of this Biblical story. Register now to view this special On-Demand webinar!
On Saturday, May 7, 2022, the Willwoods Community Gala will be held at Metairie Country Club and will be honoring Pat and Susie Veters. On May 20, 2022, the Fr. Tom Chambers Memorial Golf Tournament will be held at the Audubon Park Golf Club. On Saturday, July 30, 2022, the Faith and Marriage Supper and Substance will be held at the Rock'n'Bowl. And on Wednesday, October 26, 2022, the Willwoods Community Prayer Breakfast will be held at the Metairie Country Club.
With professional instruction, Natural Family Planning has proven itself to be safe, effective, and a moral way for couples to plan their families. It is a method which respects the meaning of human sexuality as God created it and thus marital love is enhanced and strengthened. This class series the Office of Marriage and Family Life is offering in the SymptoPro™ Method of Natural Family Planning will be conducted by Sandie Campbell of the Archdiocese of New Orleans. This series will be virtual by using Zoom or in-person at St. Luke the Evangelist in Slidell. The dates of the class series are January 19, February 2, February 16 and March 16, 2022. The class hours are 6:30 p.m. – 9:30 p.m. You do need to attend all sessions. The cost is $105.00 and includes all classes and materials. Questions? Email NolaNFP101@gmail.com Preregistration is required. Register online https://nolacatholicfla.regfox.com/sympto-thermal-nfp-course. Need a refresher? If you would like to audit a refresher class at no cost, RSVP at NolaNFP101@gmail.com.
This year…for the first time ever…we’re offering you not one, BUT TWO options to feed your soul. That’s 80 short and inspiring videos, specifically crafted to help you become a-better-version-of-yourself, grow closer to God, and experience the best lent of your life. Explore BEST LENT EVER 2.0! I know, I know…we’re crazy, right? But the world has changed. You’ve changed. And what we’ve provided for each of the last six years…it’s no longer enough to meet you where you are. What hasn’t changed about BEST LENT EVER is how you receive it. Not only is it completely free thanks to the generosity of Dynamic Catholic Ambassadors, but it comes in one convenient email! Choose one path…walk both paths…whatever best feeds your soul…and then share boldly, almost like their soul depends on it. Welcome to BEST LENT EVER 2.0. May it powerfully serve you this Lent.
Every year on the Feast of the Presentation of the Lord aka Candlemas, it is customary to bless candles; the candles that are carried in the procession, the candles that will be used throughout the liturgical year, and candles that will be sold to the congregation to take home. The candlelight is an outward and visible sign of Christ who illumines our heart and inner being and a reminder that Jesus calls us to be the light of the world and the salt of the earth. You may bring your candles from home to have them blessed at our 6:30 pm Mass on the night of Tuesday February 2nd.
The Notre Dame Seminary Programs for Laity will be hosting an Open House for prospective students interested in learning about and applying for the Institute for Lay Ecclesial Ministry (ILEM), the Master of Arts in Pastoral Leader-ship (MAPL) and the Master of Arts in Theological Studies (MATS) programs. The Open House will take place on Wednesday, February 2nd, 2022, from 6:30-7:30pm in the Pastoral Center in St. Joseph Hall. There will be presentations by the ILEM, MAPL, and MATS program directors and current students about the programs, along with infor-mation about the Handing on the Faith Scholarship Program. The ILEM program will be beginning a new cohort of students this Summer 2022, and registration is open for this program only once every two years, so all prospective students are strongly encouraged to attend the Open House and apply for this holistic formation program! The ILEM program culminates in a public commissioning as a Lay Ecclesial Minister of the Archdiocese of New Orleans by Arch-bishop Aymond, and both the MAPL and MATS programs are fully accredited MA programs. For those who cannot attend in person, there will be a virtual option as well.
The Knights of Columbus is the largest Catholic, Family, Fraternal, Service, organization in the world. Becoming a Knight can transform your life. As a Knight, you have the opportunity to support your parish, give back to your community, grow in your faith and gain exclusive access to the top-rated insurance program in the country to protect your family. Charity is the first principle of the K of C. Knights are men who get things done. By working together, our Order had the ability to donate more than $1.5 billion to charity and provide 691 million volunteer hours to worthy causes in the past decade. Unity and Fraternity are the second and third principles of the Knights of Columbus. The K of C was founded so men could work together to serve their parishes and communities, protect the well-being of their Catholic families, and support each other in faith and in many other ways.
Fr. Gary will again this year be offering classes on our Catholic Faith for those interested in becoming Catholics or wanting to enrich their Faith. Classes begin Thursday August 26 at 6:30 pm in the St Joseph Rectory and will run throughout the year until Holy Week. Call Parish Office for details.
If you or someone you know in St. Joseph or St. Anthony Parishes is homebound and would like to receive Holy Communion, please notify the office at 504-368-1313 and someone will be in contact with you.
St Anthony Church has a lending library of Catholic books, movies, and cd's in the back of the Church. Please check out the wide assortment of media and consider checking out something for yourself or for someone you know, so that you may increase your Faith and understanding of time-held beliefs.
Altar Servers are needed at both St Joseph and St Anthony Parishes. Altar servers must have received the Sacraments of Baptism and Eucharist and can be between the ages of 8 to 98 [Remember Clarence at St Joseph ;)] Servers should be mature enough to understand their responsibilities and to carry them out well and with appropriate reverence. Open to men and women, boys and girls. Altar serving is an equal opportunity ministry. Since the role of server is integral to the normal celebration of the Mass, at least one server should assist the priest. On Sundays and other more important occasions, two or more servers should be employed to carry out the various functions normally entrusted to these ministers. Please contact Parish Office if interested.
VOCARE is our annual benefit dinner that helps support the work we do here at Dumb Ox. After a 2 year hiatus due to COVID, we are excited to return to our in-person VOCARE - complete with dinner, an auction, live entertainment, and more! Mark your calendars for THURSDAY, APRIL 28th and be on the lookout for how to purchase tickets soon!
Catholic Charities’ food pantry is open Monday – Thursday from 10 am – 2 pm. The food pantry is located at 2505 Maine Ave in Metairie. Clients should go down the driveway to the left of the building. The food pantry is located in the back building, fourth door from the front. Clients can receive a pre-packed bag of food and some optional supplemental items every two weeks. Clients fill out a simple intake form at their first visit, and at subsequent visits only need provide their name. Please wear a mask and respect social distancing when receiving assistance.
THAT MAN IS YOU! is an interactive men’s program focused on the development of male leadership in the modern world. It combines the best research from science with the teachings of the Catholic faith and the wisdom of the saints to develop the vision of authentic men capable of transforming themselves, their families and greater society. The Revelation of the Father enables men to take the final step in their leadership. It prepares them to lay a foundation for the future so that they leave a legacy that survives them. It transforms them into true builders of an authentically Christian culture SPRING SEMESTER THE SPIRIT OF NAZARETH Week 14: St. Joseph: The Heart of a Father Week 15: The Paradise of Nazareth Week 16: A Home filled with Joy Week 17: Becoming the Revelation of the Father Week 18: Mercy and the Presence of the Father Week 19: Purity and the Presence of the Father Week 20: Money and Trust in Divine Providence Week 21: Prayer and Finding Joy with God Week 22: An Encounter with God Week 23: The Dignity of a Soul Week 24: Finding the Hidden Face of God in Others Week 25: The True Man after God’s own Heart Week 26: Paradisus Dei OBJECTIVES: Help men to discover their indispensable role in the current spiritual battle; use the vision of Pope St. John Paul II and the Book of Revelation to develop a mystical vision that spans from the Garden of Eden to the Wedding Feast of the Lamb in heaven; make a Lenten journey based on the life of the Holy Family that helps men to discern and answer God’s call in their life..
"Behold the Man": Catholic Men's Conference, presented by Men of Immaculata, is held annually in Baton Rouge, Louisiana on the first Saturday of Lent. This nationally recognized conference typically draws over a thousand men from across the Gulf Coast to experience a day of prayer, worship, world-renowned Catholic speakers, and fellowship. The 2022 Conference, titled "Behold the Man", features keynote speakers, Dr. Brant Pitre of the St. Augustine Institute, Super Bowl Champ Harrison Butker, Chef John Folse, and Fr. Todd Lloyd of the Diocese of Baton Rouge. Along with the keynote talks by our featured speakers, Mass will be celebrated with Bishop Michael Duca, and lunch will be prepared for us by Chef John Folse. In addition, there will be time for fellowship with other Catholic men, to discover ministries and resources in the exhibit area and experience the Lord's mercy and forgiveness in the Sacrament of Reconciliation offered throughout the day. Ticket pricing for attending the conference in person at St. George is $65 for adults and $35 for students (ages 13-24). This ticket includes admission onsite at St. George, lunch, and a conference swag bag including a book. We encourage fathers and sons to attend the conference together. Demand for this annual conference is always high and with possibly limited in person seating due to potential COVID-19 restrictions, the in person conference tickets will sell out early. For those that are unable to attend in person, we will be offering a virtual ticket option which will include a link to watch the conference. For $25, you can participate virtually but you will not receive a conference bag. Although in person attendance will be limited this year, we hope that the virtual options allow even more men to be a part of the conference, from anywhere in the world! We especially encourage men of the same parish to meet to enjoy the conference together. Spread the word and reserve your tickets today! For more information visit: www.menoftheimmaculata.com
Join Us And Embrace Lent ++ Saturday March 5th from 11:00 am – 1:00 pm Central Time We invite you to attend the Embracing Lent Summit! Hear Fr. Larry Richards, Jared Zimmerer, and Jon Leonetti discuss asceticism, prayer, and how to embrace Lent as men. Sign up at: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/heroic-men-summit-embracing-lent-tickets-230588334917
The 2022 Archidiocese of New Orleans Men's Conference will be held on Saturday March 12, 2022 at St Catherine of Siena, Metairie. All men of our parish are invited to attend! The day will include enpowering speakers, prayer, Mass, and reconciliation to help men reflect on what it means to be "Sons of the Father." We hope this day fires up the men of our parish to grow in their love for Christ, their families, one another, and to take their place in the life of the Church! Tickets are $45. Light breakfast, lunch, and T-shirt are included. Vouchers are also available to purchase registrations for a friend or loved one. They make a great gift for the men of your life! To register and learn more about the 2022 Archdiocese of New Orleans Men's Conference, visit nolacatholicmen.com
Notre Dame Seminary is hosting our annual Gala & Auction on Saturday, March 12, 2022. We invite you to experience the environment and culture of seminary life while enjoying time with family, friends, and seminarians. 6:00 PM Patron Party | 7:00 PM - 10:00 PM Gala & Auction Individual Patron Party & Gala tickets will be available January 28th.
On First Saturdays, the Rosary will be prayed after Mass. ++ The Five First Saturdays devotion is one of the principal points of the Fatima message. It centers on the urgent need for mankind to offer reparation and expiate for the many injuries that the Immaculate Heart of Mary suffers from the hands of both impious and indifferent men. On the First Saturday during 5 Consecutive Months, the Devotion consists of: 1. Going to Confession, 2. Receiving the Sacrament of Holy Communion, 3. Saying five decades of the Rosary, 4. Meditating for 15 minutes on the mysteries of the Rosary. All this offered in REPARATION for the sins of blasphemy and ingratitude committed against the Immaculate Heart of Mary.
DUE TO REPAIRS ON CATHEDRAL, THIS EVENT IS CANCELLED ++On Sunday, February 6, 2022, Archbishop Aymond will celebrate the annual liturgy for the Victims and Survivors of Violence at the 11:00 a.m. Mass at St Louis Cathedral. Please call the Church Office with the names of families in our Parish who have been affected by violence and murder. The Archbishop will send them an invitation to this special Mass. The Archdiocese of New Orleans are asking the families who have lost loved ones to bring a photo of them to carry during the procession. Survivors who attend will also be remembered in prayer.
As you examine your life, you might find yourself reflecting on plans to care for your family should the unexpected happen. A Will allows you to choose how to distribute the assets that you have accumulated during your lifetime, and a charitable bequest in your Will provides the flexibility to use part of these assets for the charities that mean the most to you. You can have it both ways: Ensure the financial well-being of your family and provide for the nonprofits, just like St Joseph Church & Shrine and St Anthony Church-Gretna, that you love. If you’re interested in helping sustain our Catholic heritage for future generations, the Catholic Community Foundation (CCF) can help. Please contact CCF Executive Director Cory J. Howat at chowat@ccfnola.org or 504.527.5778 for more information about how to remember St Joseph Church & Shrine and St Anthony-Gretna in your Will.
In honor of the Ignatian Year celebrating the 500th Anniversary of St. Ignatius's conversion and the 400th of his canonization, Immaculate Conception Jesuit Church downtown will host "Cannonball Conversations," a lunch-time speakers series every first Tuesday through July, featuring prominent voices on faith, finding your path, and bringing about positive change. The inaugural speaker will be Loyola Institute for Ministry graduate and Loyola Press author Becky Eldredge on Tuesday November 2 at 12:30 (after the noon Mass). The title of her talk is "Ignatian Spirituality: Seeing All Things New in Christ."
All parishioners are invited to become Ministers Of Hospitality at St Joseph. We will have a Meet&Greet Social at St Joseph's Rectory on Monday February 21 at 6:30pm. We will be serving food along with King Cake for dessert. The meeting is Mardi Gras based, so please dress up in you Mardi Gras finest! We want all who visit or who regularly attend St Joseph to experience Warmth & Welcome and we need you to be a vital part of it. Please RSVP at 504-368-1313 so we will know how much food we need to provide. This is a great way to get to know your fellow parishioners whom attend Masses at other times on the weekend. We look forward to seeing you there.
Please come and join us at St Anthony Church -- Gretna -- on Tuesday mornings at 8:00 AM before Mass to pray the Rosary. Let us pray together for: the end of COVD; the sick, the dying, the abused, those suffering from abortion, the aborted, souls in purgatory, the conversion of sinners; those caught in human trafficking; peace in the world; compassion, understanding; and your special intentions.
In this novena to Our Lady of Perpetual Help (also known as Our Mother of Perpetual Help from this icon pictured on the left) we pay tribute to the Blessed Virgin Mary in asking for her assistance. This picture of the Blessed Mother with her Divine Son above has helped her provide strength, comfort and even miracles to the faithful for centuries! Come join us for Mass and Novena.
Pilgrimage Dates are June 3 -12, 2022 ++ Discover Switzerland, Austria & Bavaria with Oberammergau Passion Play The distinct cultures of Switzerland, Austria, and Bavaria await you. Explore delightful Bern on a panoramic sightseeing tour featuring the Bundeshaus (the Swiss Parliament), the famous Bear Pit, the Rose Gardens, and the gothic cathedral. Your time in Lucerne, the “Swiss Paradise on the Lake,” includes a leisurely paced Alstadt (Old Town) walking tour. While in Innsbruck, enjoy a panoramic visit to this city’s Olympic landmarks. In beautiful Salzburg, stroll through Mirabell Gardens and along the quaint Getreidegasse (site of Mozart’s birthplace). Have dinner in Austria’s oldest restaurant, St. Peter’s. Fairy tales come to life with a picture stop at Bavaria’s most famous castle, Neuschwanstein. Your amazing journey concludes in the charming village of Oberammergau. Here you’ll witness a spectacular performance of the Oberammergau Passion Play, whose origins date back to 1634. Watch as the entire village comes together to present you with their rendition of this Biblical story. Register now to view this special On-Demand webinar!
With professional instruction, Natural Family Planning has proven itself to be safe, effective, and a moral way for couples to plan their families. It is a method which respects the meaning of human sexuality as God created it and thus marital love is enhanced and strengthened. This class series the Office of Marriage and Family Life is offering in the SymptoPro™ Method of Natural Family Planning will be conducted by Sandie Campbell of the Archdiocese of New Orleans. This series will be virtual by using Zoom or in-person at St. Luke the Evangelist in Slidell. The dates of the class series are January 19, February 2, February 16 and March 16, 2022. The class hours are 6:30 p.m. – 9:30 p.m. You do need to attend all sessions. The cost is $105.00 and includes all classes and materials. Questions? Email NolaNFP101@gmail.com Preregistration is required. Register online https://nolacatholicfla.regfox.com/sympto-thermal-nfp-course. Need a refresher? If you would like to audit a refresher class at no cost, RSVP at NolaNFP101@gmail.com.
This year…for the first time ever…we’re offering you not one, BUT TWO options to feed your soul. That’s 80 short and inspiring videos, specifically crafted to help you become a-better-version-of-yourself, grow closer to God, and experience the best lent of your life. Explore BEST LENT EVER 2.0! I know, I know…we’re crazy, right? But the world has changed. You’ve changed. And what we’ve provided for each of the last six years…it’s no longer enough to meet you where you are. What hasn’t changed about BEST LENT EVER is how you receive it. Not only is it completely free thanks to the generosity of Dynamic Catholic Ambassadors, but it comes in one convenient email! Choose one path…walk both paths…whatever best feeds your soul…and then share boldly, almost like their soul depends on it. Welcome to BEST LENT EVER 2.0. May it powerfully serve you this Lent.
Fr. Donald Calloway, MIC, a renowned Speaker and Author of “Consecration to St. Joseph: The Wonders of Our Spiritual Father,” will share his Conversion Story at a Lenten Talk at St. Francis Xavier Church, 444 Me-tairie Rd., Metairie, LA, on Wednesday, March 9. Doors open, sacrament of reconciliation available, and Father’s books available for purchase at 6 pm. Father Calloway will speak at 7 pm and do a book-signing and greeting after the talk. There will be a brief presentation on the “Evangeline Project.” Admission is free but a good will offering will be taken.
Come Lord Jesus! Bible Study -- In St Anthony Parish Office/Hall -- Thursdays at 10:30 in St Anthony Rectory ++ Also at 1 pm St Joseph has their CLJ in the St Joseph Social Room ++There is another group for Young Adults that meets on Thursdays at 6:30pm at 31 Derbes Drive, Gretna LA +++ Please join us for one, two, or all three ++ It’s a program that was developed in the Diocese of Lafayette, Louisiana, USA in the late sixties and early seventies by Father Conley Bertrand, a parish priest. Graced with a love for prayer and Scripture and an ardent zeal, he sought to communicate these qualities to his parishioners. Come, Lord Jesus! is the fruit of many years of prayer, reflection on Sacred Scripture, and experimentation. This inspiring program is a complete study of the Sunday Readings, including Gospels (Be My Witness), Epistles(Love One Another) and the Old Testament(Give Glory to God) in three separate volumes. Following the Liturgical Calendar and utilizing the Catechism of the Catholic Church, members grow in sanctification through prayer, Scripture, Eucharist, and Christian community.
"An indulgence is a remission before God of the temporal punishment due to sins whose guilt has already been forgiven, which the faithful Christian who is duly disposed gains under certain prescribed conditions through the action of the Church which, as the minister of redemption, dispenses and applies with authority the treasury of the satisfactions of Christ and the saints". To gain indulgences, whether plenary or partial, it is necessary that the faithful be in the state of grace at least at the time the indulgenced work is completed. A plenary indulgence can be gained only once a day. In order to obtain it, the faithful must, in addition to being in the state of grace: — have the interior disposition of complete detachment from sin, even venial sin; — have sacramentally confessed their sins; — receive the Holy Eucharist (it is certainly better to receive it while participating in Holy Mass, but for the indulgence only Holy Communion is required); — pray for the intentions of the Supreme Pontiff. It is appropriate, but not necessary, that the sacramental Confession and especially Holy Communion and the prayer for the Pope's intentions take place on the same day that the indulgenced work is performed; but it is sufficient that these sacred rites and prayers be carried out within several days (about 20) before or after the indulgenced act. Prayer for the Pope's intentions is left to the choice of the faithful, but an "Our Father" and a "Hail Mary" are suggested. One sacramental Confession suffices for several plenary indulgences, but a separate Holy Communion and a separate prayer for the Holy Father's intentions are required for each plenary indulgence. For the sake of those legitimately impeded, confessors can commute both the work prescribed and the conditions required (except, obviously, detachment from even venial sin). Indulgences can always be applied either to oneself or to the souls of the deceased, but they cannot be applied to other persons living on earth.
Fr. Gary will again this year be offering classes on our Catholic Faith for those interested in becoming Catholics or wanting to enrich their Faith. Classes begin Thursday August 26 at 6:30 pm in the St Joseph Rectory and will run throughout the year until Holy Week. Call Parish Office for details.
St Anthony Church has a lending library of Catholic books, movies, and cd's in the back of the Church. Please check out the wide assortment of media and consider checking out something for yourself or for someone you know, so that you may increase your Faith and understanding of time-held beliefs.
Altar Servers are needed at both St Joseph and St Anthony Parishes. Altar servers must have received the Sacraments of Baptism and Eucharist and can be between the ages of 8 to 98 [Remember Clarence at St Joseph ;)] Servers should be mature enough to understand their responsibilities and to carry them out well and with appropriate reverence. Open to men and women, boys and girls. Altar serving is an equal opportunity ministry. Since the role of server is integral to the normal celebration of the Mass, at least one server should assist the priest. On Sundays and other more important occasions, two or more servers should be employed to carry out the various functions normally entrusted to these ministers. Please contact Parish Office if interested.
VOCARE is our annual benefit dinner that helps support the work we do here at Dumb Ox. After a 2 year hiatus due to COVID, we are excited to return to our in-person VOCARE - complete with dinner, an auction, live entertainment, and more! Mark your calendars for THURSDAY, APRIL 28th and be on the lookout for how to purchase tickets soon!
Hunger , poverty, and injustice impacts millions of women, men and children . Those most vulnerable live on the margins in countries around the world. Global problems are complex, yet we are still called to make a difference. The US Catholic Church works through Catholic Relief Services build a world where all can thrive. You are invited to be a part of this work, to join a network of other Catholics who commit to pray, learn, advocate, and fundraise. Visit tiny.cc/CRSchapters to learn more.
The Gretna Historical Society was founded in Gretna, Louisiana in 1969 by Lloyd E. Gomez (insurance man, volunteer firefighter, and community activist), who descended from Gretna pioneers, German immigrants Claudius and Catherine Nuss Strehle. The articles of incorporation for the GHS were drafted by Gretna attorney Everette F. Gauthreaux and signed in his law office on October 26, 1969. Today the GHS operates the Gretna Historical Society Museum Complex at the corner of Lafayette Street at 2nd. It consists of three 19th century Creole cottages, a blacksmith shop, and the Louisiana Fire Museum. The GHS also owns and maintains the caboose and train depot on Huey P. Long Avenue at 4th Street. There are no requirements for membership in the GHS, other than the timely payment of annual membership dues of $20 per person. Monthly meetings are held at the St Joseph's complex at the corner of Newton and 7th Streets, on the second Thursday of every month at 7:00 pm. Guests and prospective members are always welcome to attend the meetings. The society newsletter, Gretna Chronicles, is published monthly and mailed to its members.
Be A Part Of Our History -- ST JOSEPH CHURCH is offering you an opportunity to purchase custom bricks that cross the grounds and forge the walkways of our HOLY FAMILY MEMORIAL GARDEN. Guidelines For Brick Order: Bricks can be inscribed with your family's name, or in memory of a departed loved one, or any inscription of your choice (subject to approval). A contribution of $50.00 for each brick will enable you and your loved ones to be remembered. + Bricks are engraved with one, two, or three lines of text. + There are 17 characters on each line; this includes the blank spaces between words. + Alumni Bricks have "Class of 19__" on a line below the name (St Joseph graduates only). + Memorial Bricks have "In Memory of" on a line above the name. + Name Bricks have the name engraved as you designate. + Family Bricks have "Family" on a line below the name. [Bricks are installed after they have been paid in full and received from the manufacturer.] Click this article for order form to fill out and drop it off with your payment to the Parish Office.
THAT MAN IS YOU! is an interactive men’s program focused on the development of male leadership in the modern world. It combines the best research from science with the teachings of the Catholic faith and the wisdom of the saints to develop the vision of authentic men capable of transforming themselves, their families and greater society. The Revelation of the Father enables men to take the final step in their leadership. It prepares them to lay a foundation for the future so that they leave a legacy that survives them. It transforms them into true builders of an authentically Christian culture SPRING SEMESTER THE SPIRIT OF NAZARETH Week 14: St. Joseph: The Heart of a Father Week 15: The Paradise of Nazareth Week 16: A Home filled with Joy Week 17: Becoming the Revelation of the Father Week 18: Mercy and the Presence of the Father Week 19: Purity and the Presence of the Father Week 20: Money and Trust in Divine Providence Week 21: Prayer and Finding Joy with God Week 22: An Encounter with God Week 23: The Dignity of a Soul Week 24: Finding the Hidden Face of God in Others Week 25: The True Man after God’s own Heart Week 26: Paradisus Dei OBJECTIVES: Help men to discover their indispensable role in the current spiritual battle; use the vision of Pope St. John Paul II and the Book of Revelation to develop a mystical vision that spans from the Garden of Eden to the Wedding Feast of the Lamb in heaven; make a Lenten journey based on the life of the Holy Family that helps men to discern and answer God’s call in their life..
Come to me, all you who labor and are burdened, and I will give you rest (Mt 11:28) Consoled by Christ to be ourselves the consolation of the afflicted Matthew’s verse, though it may be read as addressing primarily sick or suffering persons, should correctly be understood as also addressing health workers. Although traditionally we have understood care to be provided by the healthy towards the sick, we should actually understand care as a relationship among the sick, as health workers, in addition to their burden of care, are also exposed to illness which, if it isn’t physical, and temporary, may be spiritual or psychological, deriving from common daily life experiences. Health pastoral care is without a doubt directed towards those who, in their suffering, receive care, but it must actually begin with the health workers or volunteers who care for them. We cannot seek to give solace in Christ if we have not personally received solace.
The second collection at all Masses February 12 & 13, 2022, will be taken up for Catholic Charities Archdiocese of New Orleans. Your parish’s support in this second collection provides crucial funds that enable Catholic Charities to bring hope and support to those in need in our archdiocese. Donations through this second collection enable Catholic Charities to help over 77,099 individuals and families each year. Donations provide life-giving services such as food deliveries for the elderly, care for the physically and developmentally disabled, support and care for new and expecting mothers, and so much more! Please encourage your parishioners to join in this mission of service to the poor and vulnerable by supporting Catholic Charities with an open and generous heart. 95 cents of every dollar received goes directly to community services. The Second Collection benefiting Catholic Charities will occur during weekend Masses on February 12 and 13, 2022. This year, due to Coronavirus restrictions, we will be taking donations both during in-person Masses and online at www.ccano.org/collection. This collection provides crucial unrestricted funds that enable CCANO to respond quickly to the needs of our community. Last year, your parish’s participation in the Second Collection helped to serve the men, women, children, and families in the eight civil parishes that we serve locally who have experienced challenges and hardships due to the pandemic, hurricanes, and other circumstances. This generosity not only directly impacts the individuals enrolled in our dozens of life-giving programs but also benefits the entire local community by fostering hope for the future.
"Behold the Man": Catholic Men's Conference, presented by Men of Immaculata, is held annually in Baton Rouge, Louisiana on the first Saturday of Lent. This nationally recognized conference typically draws over a thousand men from across the Gulf Coast to experience a day of prayer, worship, world-renowned Catholic speakers, and fellowship. The 2022 Conference, titled "Behold the Man", features keynote speakers, Dr. Brant Pitre of the St. Augustine Institute, Super Bowl Champ Harrison Butker, Chef John Folse, and Fr. Todd Lloyd of the Diocese of Baton Rouge. Along with the keynote talks by our featured speakers, Mass will be celebrated with Bishop Michael Duca, and lunch will be prepared for us by Chef John Folse. In addition, there will be time for fellowship with other Catholic men, to discover ministries and resources in the exhibit area and experience the Lord's mercy and forgiveness in the Sacrament of Reconciliation offered throughout the day. Ticket pricing for attending the conference in person at St. George is $65 for adults and $35 for students (ages 13-24). This ticket includes admission onsite at St. George, lunch, and a conference swag bag including a book. We encourage fathers and sons to attend the conference together. Demand for this annual conference is always high and with possibly limited in person seating due to potential COVID-19 restrictions, the in person conference tickets will sell out early. For those that are unable to attend in person, we will be offering a virtual ticket option which will include a link to watch the conference. For $25, you can participate virtually but you will not receive a conference bag. Although in person attendance will be limited this year, we hope that the virtual options allow even more men to be a part of the conference, from anywhere in the world! We especially encourage men of the same parish to meet to enjoy the conference together. Spread the word and reserve your tickets today! For more information visit: www.menoftheimmaculata.com
Join Us And Embrace Lent ++ Saturday March 5th from 11:00 am – 1:00 pm Central Time We invite you to attend the Embracing Lent Summit! Hear Fr. Larry Richards, Jared Zimmerer, and Jon Leonetti discuss asceticism, prayer, and how to embrace Lent as men. Sign up at: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/heroic-men-summit-embracing-lent-tickets-230588334917
The 2022 Archidiocese of New Orleans Men's Conference will be held on Saturday March 12, 2022 at St Catherine of Siena, Metairie. All men of our parish are invited to attend! The day will include enpowering speakers, prayer, Mass, and reconciliation to help men reflect on what it means to be "Sons of the Father." We hope this day fires up the men of our parish to grow in their love for Christ, their families, one another, and to take their place in the life of the Church! Tickets are $45. Light breakfast, lunch, and T-shirt are included. Vouchers are also available to purchase registrations for a friend or loved one. They make a great gift for the men of your life! To register and learn more about the 2022 Archdiocese of New Orleans Men's Conference, visit nolacatholicmen.com
Notre Dame Seminary Gala and Auction will be Saturday, March 12, 2022, at 7:00 PM with the Patron Party beginning at 6:00 PM. Go to https://one.bidpal.net/ndsgala/welcome to register.
3rd Sunday -- Meditate on 3rd Sorrow: The Circumcision "When eight days were completed for his circumcision, he was named Jesus, the name given him by the angel before he was conceived in the womb." (NABRE Lk 2:21). Our Father...Hail Mary...Glory Be... -- Meditate on 3rd Joy: The Holy Name Of Jesus "He had no relations with her until she bore a son, and he named him Jesus." (NABRE Mt 1:25) Our Father...Hail Mary...Glory Be...
All parishioners are invited to become Ministers Of Hospitality at St Joseph. We will have a Meet&Greet Social at St Joseph's Rectory on Monday February 21 at 6:30pm. We will be serving food along with King Cake for dessert. The meeting is Mardi Gras based, so please dress up in you Mardi Gras finest! We want all who visit or who regularly attend St Joseph to experience Warmth & Welcome and we need you to be a vital part of it. Please RSVP at 504-368-1313 so we will know how much food we need to provide. This is a great way to get to know your fellow parishioners whom attend Masses at other times on the weekend. We look forward to seeing you there.
This one night seminar will answer everything you always wanted to know about Annulments but were afraid to ask. The Annulment Writing Workshop Ministry, a ministry of the Archdiocese of New Orleans Office of Marriage and Family Life, will be hosting the one-night seminar on Annulments on Tuesday, April 5, 2022, from 7:00 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. at St. Matthew the Apostle Church (10021 Jefferson Highway, River Ridge.) The Seminar, which will offer an overview of the process, is FREE & open to those seeking more information on having their previous marriages annulled. Deacon Drea Capaci is the speaker for the Presentation. Members of the Annulment Writing Workshop Ministry will be available to answer your personal case questions on a one-on-one basis at the end of the session.
Please come and join us at St Anthony Church -- Gretna -- on Tuesday mornings at 8:00 AM before Mass to pray the Rosary. Let us pray together for: the end of COVD; the sick, the dying, the abused, those suffering from abortion, the aborted, souls in purgatory, the conversion of sinners; those caught in human trafficking; peace in the world; compassion, understanding; and your special intentions.
In this novena to Our Lady of Perpetual Help (also known as Our Mother of Perpetual Help from this icon pictured on the left) we pay tribute to the Blessed Virgin Mary in asking for her assistance. This picture of the Blessed Mother with her Divine Son above has helped her provide strength, comfort and even miracles to the faithful for centuries! Come join us for Mass and Novena.
Pilgrimage Dates are June 3 -12, 2022 ++ Discover Switzerland, Austria & Bavaria with Oberammergau Passion Play The distinct cultures of Switzerland, Austria, and Bavaria await you. Explore delightful Bern on a panoramic sightseeing tour featuring the Bundeshaus (the Swiss Parliament), the famous Bear Pit, the Rose Gardens, and the gothic cathedral. Your time in Lucerne, the “Swiss Paradise on the Lake,” includes a leisurely paced Alstadt (Old Town) walking tour. While in Innsbruck, enjoy a panoramic visit to this city’s Olympic landmarks. In beautiful Salzburg, stroll through Mirabell Gardens and along the quaint Getreidegasse (site of Mozart’s birthplace). Have dinner in Austria’s oldest restaurant, St. Peter’s. Fairy tales come to life with a picture stop at Bavaria’s most famous castle, Neuschwanstein. Your amazing journey concludes in the charming village of Oberammergau. Here you’ll witness a spectacular performance of the Oberammergau Passion Play, whose origins date back to 1634. Watch as the entire village comes together to present you with their rendition of this Biblical story. Register now to view this special On-Demand webinar!
With professional instruction, Natural Family Planning has proven itself to be safe, effective, and a moral way for couples to plan their families. It is a method which respects the meaning of human sexuality as God created it and thus marital love is enhanced and strengthened. This class series the Office of Marriage and Family Life is offering in the SymptoPro™ Method of Natural Family Planning will be conducted by Sandie Campbell of the Archdiocese of New Orleans. This series will be virtual by using Zoom or in-person at St. Luke the Evangelist in Slidell. The dates of the class series are January 19, February 2, February 16 and March 16, 2022. The class hours are 6:30 p.m. – 9:30 p.m. You do need to attend all sessions. The cost is $105.00 and includes all classes and materials. Questions? Email NolaNFP101@gmail.com Preregistration is required. Register online https://nolacatholicfla.regfox.com/sympto-thermal-nfp-course. Need a refresher? If you would like to audit a refresher class at no cost, RSVP at NolaNFP101@gmail.com.
This year…for the first time ever…we’re offering you not one, BUT TWO options to feed your soul. That’s 80 short and inspiring videos, specifically crafted to help you become a-better-version-of-yourself, grow closer to God, and experience the best lent of your life. Explore BEST LENT EVER 2.0! I know, I know…we’re crazy, right? But the world has changed. You’ve changed. And what we’ve provided for each of the last six years…it’s no longer enough to meet you where you are. What hasn’t changed about BEST LENT EVER is how you receive it. Not only is it completely free thanks to the generosity of Dynamic Catholic Ambassadors, but it comes in one convenient email! Choose one path…walk both paths…whatever best feeds your soul…and then share boldly, almost like their soul depends on it. Welcome to BEST LENT EVER 2.0. May it powerfully serve you this Lent.
Fr. Donald Calloway, MIC, a renowned Speaker and Author of “Consecration to St. Joseph: The Wonders of Our Spiritual Father,” will share his Conversion Story at a Lenten Talk at St. Francis Xavier Church, 444 Me-tairie Rd., Metairie, LA, on Wednesday, March 9. Doors open, sacrament of reconciliation available, and Father’s books available for purchase at 6 pm. Father Calloway will speak at 7 pm and do a book-signing and greeting after the talk. There will be a brief presentation on the “Evangeline Project.” Admission is free but a good will offering will be taken.
Dr. Tom Neal, Ph.D., a Professor at Notre Dame Seminary, Blogger and Popular Speaker, will present a Len-ten Mission on the theme, “Finding Joy in a Weary World,” on March 21-23 at 7 pm at St. Francis Xavier Church, 444 Metairie Rd, Metairie, LA. Dr. Neal will speak about the joy of the Gospel, obstacles to joy, and how to cultivate joy in our world. The sacrament of reconciliation will be available from 5:30 pm – 7:00 pm on March 23. Admission is free; a good will offering will be taken. For addi-tional info, call SFX Church at 504-834-0340.
Come Lord Jesus! Bible Study -- In St Anthony Parish Office/Hall -- Thursdays at 10:30 in St Anthony Rectory ++ Also at 1 pm St Joseph has their CLJ in the St Joseph Social Room ++There is another group for Young Adults that meets on Thursdays at 6:30pm at 31 Derbes Drive, Gretna LA +++ Please join us for one, two, or all three ++ It’s a program that was developed in the Diocese of Lafayette, Louisiana, USA in the late sixties and early seventies by Father Conley Bertrand, a parish priest. Graced with a love for prayer and Scripture and an ardent zeal, he sought to communicate these qualities to his parishioners. Come, Lord Jesus! is the fruit of many years of prayer, reflection on Sacred Scripture, and experimentation. This inspiring program is a complete study of the Sunday Readings, including Gospels (Be My Witness), Epistles(Love One Another) and the Old Testament(Give Glory to God) in three separate volumes. Following the Liturgical Calendar and utilizing the Catechism of the Catholic Church, members grow in sanctification through prayer, Scripture, Eucharist, and Christian community.
Fr. Gary will again this year be offering classes on our Catholic Faith for those interested in becoming Catholics or wanting to enrich their Faith. Classes begin Thursday August 26 at 6:30 pm in the St Joseph Rectory and will run throughout the year until Holy Week. Call Parish Office for details.
St Anthony Church has a lending library of Catholic books, movies, and cd's in the back of the Church. Please check out the wide assortment of media and consider checking out something for yourself or for someone you know, so that you may increase your Faith and understanding of time-held beliefs.
VOCARE is our annual benefit dinner that helps support the work we do here at Dumb Ox. After a 2 year hiatus due to COVID, we are excited to return to our in-person VOCARE - complete with dinner, an auction, live entertainment, and more! Mark your calendars for THURSDAY, APRIL 28th and be on the lookout for how to purchase tickets soon!
"Behold the Man": Catholic Men's Conference, presented by Men of Immaculata, is held annually in Baton Rouge, Louisiana on the first Saturday of Lent. This nationally recognized conference typically draws over a thousand men from across the Gulf Coast to experience a day of prayer, worship, world-renowned Catholic speakers, and fellowship. The 2022 Conference, titled "Behold the Man", features keynote speakers, Dr. Brant Pitre of the St. Augustine Institute, Super Bowl Champ Harrison Butker, Chef John Folse, and Fr. Todd Lloyd of the Diocese of Baton Rouge. Along with the keynote talks by our featured speakers, Mass will be celebrated with Bishop Michael Duca, and lunch will be prepared for us by Chef John Folse. In addition, there will be time for fellowship with other Catholic men, to discover ministries and resources in the exhibit area and experience the Lord's mercy and forgiveness in the Sacrament of Reconciliation offered throughout the day. Ticket pricing for attending the conference in person at St. George is $65 for adults and $35 for students (ages 13-24). This ticket includes admission onsite at St. George, lunch, and a conference swag bag including a book. We encourage fathers and sons to attend the conference together. Demand for this annual conference is always high and with possibly limited in person seating due to potential COVID-19 restrictions, the in person conference tickets will sell out early. For those that are unable to attend in person, we will be offering a virtual ticket option which will include a link to watch the conference. For $25, you can participate virtually but you will not receive a conference bag. Although in person attendance will be limited this year, we hope that the virtual options allow even more men to be a part of the conference, from anywhere in the world! We especially encourage men of the same parish to meet to enjoy the conference together. Spread the word and reserve your tickets today! For more information visit: www.menoftheimmaculata.com
Join Us And Embrace Lent ++ Saturday March 5th from 11:00 am – 1:00 pm Central Time We invite you to attend the Embracing Lent Summit! Hear Fr. Larry Richards, Jared Zimmerer, and Jon Leonetti discuss asceticism, prayer, and how to embrace Lent as men. Sign up at: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/heroic-men-summit-embracing-lent-tickets-230588334917
The 2022 Archidiocese of New Orleans Men's Conference will be held on Saturday March 12, 2022 at St Catherine of Siena, Metairie. All men of our parish are invited to attend! The day will include enpowering speakers, prayer, Mass, and reconciliation to help men reflect on what it means to be "Sons of the Father." We hope this day fires up the men of our parish to grow in their love for Christ, their families, one another, and to take their place in the life of the Church! Tickets are $45. Light breakfast, lunch, and T-shirt are included. Vouchers are also available to purchase registrations for a friend or loved one. They make a great gift for the men of your life! To register and learn more about the 2022 Archdiocese of New Orleans Men's Conference, visit nolacatholicmen.com
Notre Dame Seminary Gala and Auction will be Saturday, March 12, 2022, at 7:00 PM with the Patron Party beginning at 6:00 PM. Go to https://one.bidpal.net/ndsgala/welcome to register.
A Monthly Rosary For Peace for law enforcement, emergency personnel, firefighters, military, and peace in the world will be held at St Joseph Church. Everyone is invited to attend. For more information call Mary Grace at 504-367-7515.
O Most Holy and Blessed Trinity, through the intercession of Holy Mary, whose soul was pierced through by a sword of sorrow at the sight of the passion of her Divine Son, we ask your help in making a perfect Novena of reparation with Jesus, united with all His sorrows, love and total abandonment. We now implore all the Angels and Saints to intercede for us as we pray this Holy Novena to the Most Holy Face of Jesus and for the glory of the most Holy Trinity, Father, Son and Holy Spirit. Amen Have mercy on me, O God in your goodness, in your great tenderness wipe away my faults: wash me clean of my guilt, purify me from my sin. O most Holy Face of Jesus, look with tenderness on us who are sinners. You are a merciful God, full of love and compassion. Keep us pure of heart, so that we may see Thee always. Mary, our Mother, intercede for us; Saint Joseph, pray for us. Through the merits of your precious blood and your Holy Face, O Jesus, grant us our petition.................. Pardon and mercy. Prayer to Our Almighty Father Almighty Father, come into our hearts, and so fill us with your love that forsaking all evil desires, we may embrace you, our only good. Show us, O Lord our God, what you are to us. Say to our souls, I am your salvation, speak so that we may hear. Our hearts are before you; open our ears; let us hasten after your voice. Hide not your Face from us, we beseech you, O Lord. Open our hearts so that you may enter in. Repair the ruined mansions, that you may dwell therein. Hear us, O Heavenly Father, for the sake of your only Son, Our Lord Jesus Christ, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever. Amen. (St. Augustine) Pray (1) Our Father, three (3) Hail Marys, one (1) Glory Be. O Bleeding Face, O Face Divine, be every adoration Thine (Three times)
4th Sunday -- Meditate on 4th Sorrow: The Prophecy of Simeon "And Simeon blessed them and said to Mary his mother, “Behold, this child is destined for the fall and rise of many in Israel, and to be a sign that will be contradicted."" (NABRE Lk 2:34). Our Father...Hail Mary...Glory Be... -- Meditate on 4th Joy The Effects of the Redemption "And coming forward at that very time, she gave thanks to God and spoke about the child to all who were awaiting the redemption of Jerusalem." (NABRE Lk 2:38). Our Father...Hail Mary...Glory Be...
Almighty God, whose great power and eternal wisdom embraces the universe. Watch over all police and law enforcement officers. Protect them from harm in the performance of their duty to stop crime, robbery, riots and violence. Help them keep our streets and homes safe, day and night. We commend them to Your loving care because their duty is dangerous. Grant them strength and courage in their daily assignments. Dear God, protect these brave men and women, grant them your almighty protection and unite them safely with their families after duty has ended.
O Most Holy and Blessed Trinity, through the intercession of Holy Mary, whose soul was pierced through by a sword of sorrow at the sight of the passion of her Divine Son, we ask your help in making a perfect Novena of reparation with Jesus, united with all His sorrows, love and total abandonment. We now implore all the Angels and Saints to intercede for us as we pray this Holy Novena to the Most Holy Face of Jesus and for the glory of the most Holy Trinity, Father, Son and Holy Spirit. Amen. My offences truly I know them; My sin is always before me Against you, you alone, have I sinned; What is evil in your sight I have done. Most Holy Face of Jesus, we are truly sorry that we have hurt you so much by constantly doing what is wrong; and for all the good works we have failed to do. Immaculate Heart of Mary, Saint Joseph, intercede for us, help us to console the Most Holy Face of Jesus. Pray that we may share in the tremendous love Thou hast for one another, and for the most Holy and Blessed Trinity. Amen. Through the merits of your precious blood and your Holy Face, O Jesus, grant us our petition.................. Pardon and mercy. Prayer to the Holy Spirit Come, Holy Spirit, Sanctifier, all powerful God of love, Thou who didst fill the Virgin Mary with grace, Thou who didst wonderfully transform the hearts of the apostles. Thou who didst endow all Thy martyrs with a miraculous heroism, come and sanctify us, illumine our minds, strengthen our wills, purify our consciences, rectify our judgments, set our hearts on fire and preserve us from the misfortune of resisting Thine inspirations. We consecrate to Thee our understanding, our heart and our will, our whole being for time and for eternity. May our understanding be always submissive to Thy heavenly inspirations and to the teachings of Thy Holy Catholic Church, of which Thou art the infallible guide; may our heart he ever inflamed with love of God and neighbour, may our will be ever conformed to the divine will, and may our whole life be a faithful imitation of the life and virtues of our Lord and Saviour. Jesus Christ, to whom with the Father and Thee be honour and glory forever. Amen. Pray (1) Our Father, three (3) Hail Marys, one (1) Glory Be. O Bleeding Face, O Face Divine, be every adoration Thine (Three times)
St Joseph Church has a kiosk of Catholic books, pamplets, and cd's in the back of the Church. Please check out the wide assortment of media and consider purchasing something for yourself or for someone you know, so that you may increase your Faith and understanding of time-held beliefs. Majority of books are $5 or less. There are many Spiritual Classics from which to choose.
All parishioners are invited to become Ministers Of Hospitality at St Joseph. We will have a Meet&Greet Social at St Joseph's Rectory on Monday February 21 at 6:30pm. We will be serving food along with King Cake for dessert. The meeting is Mardi Gras based, so please dress up in you Mardi Gras finest! We want all who visit or who regularly attend St Joseph to experience Warmth & Welcome and we need you to be a vital part of it. Please RSVP at 504-368-1313 so we will know how much food we need to provide. This is a great way to get to know your fellow parishioners whom attend Masses at other times on the weekend. We look forward to seeing you there.
DAILY PREPARATORY PRAYER O Most Holy and Blessed Trinity, through the intercession of Holy Mary, whose soul was pierced through by a sword of sorrow at the sight of the passion of her Divine Son, we ask your help in making a perfect Novena of reparation with Jesus, united with all His sorrows, love and total abandonment. We now implore all the Angels and Saints to intercede for us as we pray this Holy Novena to the Most Holy Face of Jesus and for the glory of the most Holy Trinity, Father, Son and Holy Spirit. Amen. You are just when you pass sentence on me, blameless when you give judgment. You know I was born guilty, a sinner from the moment of conception. Prayer of Pope Pius IX O Jesus! Cast upon us a look of mercy: turn your Face towards each of us as you did to Veronica; not that we may see it with our bodily eyes, for this we do not deserve, but turn it towards our hearts, so that, remembering you, we may ever draw from this fountain of strength the vigour necessary to sustain the combats of life. Amen. Mary, our Mother, and Saint Joseph, pray for us. Through the merits of your precious blood and your Holy Face, O Jesus, grant us our petition.................. Pardon and mercy. Prayer of Saint Francis All highest, glorious God, cast your light into the darkness of our hearts, give us true faith, firm hope, perfect charity and profound humility, so that with wisdom, courage and perception, O Lord, we may do what is truly your holy will. Amen. To the Angels and Saints We salute you, through the Holy Face and Sacred Heart of Jesus, O all you Holy Angels and Saints of God. We rejoice in your glory, and we give thanks to our Lord for all the benefits which He has showered upon you; we praise Him, and glorify Him, and for an increase of your joy and honour, we offer Him the most Holy Face and gentle Heart of Jesus. Pray that we may become formed according to the heart of God. Amen. Pray (1) Our Father, three (3) Hail Marys, one (1) Glory Be. O Bleeding Face, O Face Divine, be every adoration Thine (Three times)
This one night seminar will answer everything you always wanted to know about Annulments but were afraid to ask. The Annulment Writing Workshop Ministry, a ministry of the Archdiocese of New Orleans Office of Marriage and Family Life, will be hosting the one-night seminar on Annulments on Tuesday, April 5, 2022, from 7:00 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. at St. Matthew the Apostle Church (10021 Jefferson Highway, River Ridge.) The Seminar, which will offer an overview of the process, is FREE & open to those seeking more information on having their previous marriages annulled. Deacon Drea Capaci is the speaker for the Presentation. Members of the Annulment Writing Workshop Ministry will be available to answer your personal case questions on a one-on-one basis at the end of the session.
Join others who are grieving during Lent for five gatherings at Archdiocese of New Orleans Retreat Center. Our journey will begin in the desert, where our brokenness lies in our heart. We will walk alongside Christ in the brokenness, taking comfort in knowing the Lord will not leave us in the desert long, before He plants seeds of growth in our heart. With each reflection, we will unwrap the beautiful love story of the Father as He reveals how much He loves us. Will you allow yourself to be on the journey? Will you allow yourself to be open to the Lord? Using I am Beloved, not Broken written by Redbird Ministry, we will journey together to heal and grow. Tuesdays March 8, 15, 22, 29 April 5 12:45 – 2:00 pm Anyone who has lost a loved one 6:30 – 8:00 pm Parents who have lost a child of any age The cost is $20.00 for all sessions and materials. Please register online at neworleansretreats.com or by calling Susan Halligan at 504-267-9604. The facilitator will be Jewell Bayhi, a staff member of the Archdiocese of New Orleans Retreat Center and the Coordinator of Grief Ministry for the Archdiocese. She is also an advocate for Redbird Ministry. This event is being sponsored by the Archdiocese of New Orleans Retreat Center.
Please come and join us at St Anthony Church -- Gretna -- on Tuesday mornings at 8:00 AM before Mass to pray the Rosary. Let us pray together for: the end of COVD; the sick, the dying, the abused, those suffering from abortion, the aborted, souls in purgatory, the conversion of sinners; those caught in human trafficking; peace in the world; compassion, understanding; and your special intentions.
In this novena to Our Lady of Perpetual Help (also known as Our Mother of Perpetual Help from this icon pictured on the left) we pay tribute to the Blessed Virgin Mary in asking for her assistance. This picture of the Blessed Mother with her Divine Son above has helped her provide strength, comfort and even miracles to the faithful for centuries! Come join us for Mass and Novena.
Do you want to be a volunteer fire fighter or belong to a company of dedicated first responders? Consider becoming a Volunteer Firefighter or an Honorary Member. Meetings are held once a month on Fourth Tuesday of the Month. Click on links on St Joseph Website for application.
O Most Holy and Blessed Trinity, through the intercession of Holy Mary, whose soul was pierced through by a sword of sorrow at the sight of the passion of her Divine Son, we ask your help in making a perfect Novena of reparation with Jesus, united with all His sorrows, love and total abandonment. We now implore all the Angels and Saints to intercede for us as we pray this Holy Novena to the Most Holy Face of Jesus and for the glory of the most Holy Trinity, Father, Son and Holy Spirit. Amen. Indeed you love truth in the heart; then in the secret of my heart teach me Wisdom. O purify me, then I shall be clean; O wash me. I shall be whiter than snow. O Lord Jesus, who has said, learn of me for I am meek and gentle of heart, and who did manifest upon Thy Holy Face the sentiments of Thy divine heart, grant that we may love to come frequently and meditate upon Thy divine features. We may read there Thy gentleness and Thy humility, and learn how to form our hearts in the practice of these two virtues which Thou desires to see shine in Thy servants. Mary our Mother and Saint Joseph help us. Through the merits of your precious blood and your Holy Face, O Jesus, grant us our petition.................. Pardon and mercy. Prayer in Honour of the Dolours of the Blessed Virgin O Most Holy and afflicted Virgin, Queen of Martyrs! Who stood beneath the cross, witnessing the agony of your dying Son, look down with a mother's tenderness and pity on us as we kneel before you to venerate your Dolours and place our requests, with filial confidence, in the sanctuary of your wounded heart. Present them on our behalf to Jesus, through the merits of His most sacred Passion and Death, together with your sufferings at the foot of the cross, and through the united efficacy of both, obtain the favour which we humbly ask. To whom shall we go in our wants and miseries if not to you. O Mother of Mercy, who having so deeply drunk of the chalice of your Son, graciously alleviate the sufferings of those who still sigh in this land of exile. Amen. Prayer to the Souls in Purgatory My Jesus, by the sorrows you suffered in your agony in the garden, in your scourging and crowning with thorns, in the way to Calvary, in your crucifixion and death, have mercy on the souls in Purgatory, and especially on those that are most forsaken. Deliver them from the dire torments they endure. Call them and admit them to your most sweet embrace in Paradise. Amen. Pray (1) Our Father, three (3) Hail Marys, one (1) Glory Be. O Bleeding Face, O Face Divine, be every adoration Thine (Three times)
Pilgrimage Dates are June 3 -12, 2022 ++ Discover Switzerland, Austria & Bavaria with Oberammergau Passion Play The distinct cultures of Switzerland, Austria, and Bavaria await you. Explore delightful Bern on a panoramic sightseeing tour featuring the Bundeshaus (the Swiss Parliament), the famous Bear Pit, the Rose Gardens, and the gothic cathedral. Your time in Lucerne, the “Swiss Paradise on the Lake,” includes a leisurely paced Alstadt (Old Town) walking tour. While in Innsbruck, enjoy a panoramic visit to this city’s Olympic landmarks. In beautiful Salzburg, stroll through Mirabell Gardens and along the quaint Getreidegasse (site of Mozart’s birthplace). Have dinner in Austria’s oldest restaurant, St. Peter’s. Fairy tales come to life with a picture stop at Bavaria’s most famous castle, Neuschwanstein. Your amazing journey concludes in the charming village of Oberammergau. Here you’ll witness a spectacular performance of the Oberammergau Passion Play, whose origins date back to 1634. Watch as the entire village comes together to present you with their rendition of this Biblical story. Register now to view this special On-Demand webinar!
As Catholics, we are called to gratefully receive God’s gifts and generously share them in service to one another. But did you know that nearly 70% of Americans don’t have an updated estate plan? The Catholic Community Foundation is excited to share with parishes an interactive planned giving resource called the Lifetime of Generosity Digital Legacy Seminar. Included in the seminar, and available for use by schools and nonprofit ministries, is a free will-writing tool, courtesy of our relationship with FreeWill.com. With these free resources, your supporters can protect their families and the blessings God has given them while ensuring that you, the life-giving parishes, schools, and nonprofit ministries of the Archdiocese of New Orleans, are sustained for future generations
With professional instruction, Natural Family Planning has proven itself to be safe, effective, and a moral way for couples to plan their families. It is a method which respects the meaning of human sexuality as God created it and thus marital love is enhanced and strengthened. This class series the Office of Marriage and Family Life is offering in the SymptoPro™ Method of Natural Family Planning will be conducted by Sandie Campbell of the Archdiocese of New Orleans. This series will be virtual by using Zoom or in-person at St. Luke the Evangelist in Slidell. The dates of the class series are January 19, February 2, February 16 and March 16, 2022. The class hours are 6:30 p.m. – 9:30 p.m. You do need to attend all sessions. The cost is $105.00 and includes all classes and materials. Questions? Email NolaNFP101@gmail.com Preregistration is required. Register online https://nolacatholicfla.regfox.com/sympto-thermal-nfp-course. Need a refresher? If you would like to audit a refresher class at no cost, RSVP at NolaNFP101@gmail.com.
This year…for the first time ever…we’re offering you not one, BUT TWO options to feed your soul. That’s 80 short and inspiring videos, specifically crafted to help you become a-better-version-of-yourself, grow closer to God, and experience the best lent of your life. Explore BEST LENT EVER 2.0! I know, I know…we’re crazy, right? But the world has changed. You’ve changed. And what we’ve provided for each of the last six years…it’s no longer enough to meet you where you are. What hasn’t changed about BEST LENT EVER is how you receive it. Not only is it completely free thanks to the generosity of Dynamic Catholic Ambassadors, but it comes in one convenient email! Choose one path…walk both paths…whatever best feeds your soul…and then share boldly, almost like their soul depends on it. Welcome to BEST LENT EVER 2.0. May it powerfully serve you this Lent.
Fr. Donald Calloway, MIC, a renowned Speaker and Author of “Consecration to St. Joseph: The Wonders of Our Spiritual Father,” will share his Conversion Story at a Lenten Talk at St. Francis Xavier Church, 444 Me-tairie Rd., Metairie, LA, on Wednesday, March 9. Doors open, sacrament of reconciliation available, and Father’s books available for purchase at 6 pm. Father Calloway will speak at 7 pm and do a book-signing and greeting after the talk. There will be a brief presentation on the “Evangeline Project.” Admission is free but a good will offering will be taken.
Dr. Tom Neal, Ph.D., a Professor at Notre Dame Seminary, Blogger and Popular Speaker, will present a Len-ten Mission on the theme, “Finding Joy in a Weary World,” on March 21-23 at 7 pm at St. Francis Xavier Church, 444 Metairie Rd, Metairie, LA. Dr. Neal will speak about the joy of the Gospel, obstacles to joy, and how to cultivate joy in our world. The sacrament of reconciliation will be available from 5:30 pm – 7:00 pm on March 23. Admission is free; a good will offering will be taken. For addi-tional info, call SFX Church at 504-834-0340.
Come Lord Jesus! Bible Study -- In St Anthony Parish Office/Hall -- Thursdays at 10:30 in St Anthony Rectory ++ Also at 1 pm St Joseph has their CLJ in the St Joseph Social Room ++There is another group for Young Adults that meets on Thursdays at 6:30pm at 31 Derbes Drive, Gretna LA +++ Please join us for one, two, or all three ++ It’s a program that was developed in the Diocese of Lafayette, Louisiana, USA in the late sixties and early seventies by Father Conley Bertrand, a parish priest. Graced with a love for prayer and Scripture and an ardent zeal, he sought to communicate these qualities to his parishioners. Come, Lord Jesus! is the fruit of many years of prayer, reflection on Sacred Scripture, and experimentation. This inspiring program is a complete study of the Sunday Readings, including Gospels (Be My Witness), Epistles(Love One Another) and the Old Testament(Give Glory to God) in three separate volumes. Following the Liturgical Calendar and utilizing the Catechism of the Catholic Church, members grow in sanctification through prayer, Scripture, Eucharist, and Christian community.
O Most Holy and Blessed Trinity, through the intercession of Holy Mary, whose soul was pierced through by a sword of sorrow at the sight of the passion of her Divine Son, we ask your help in making a perfect Novena of reparation with Jesus, united with all His sorrows, love and total abandonment. We now implore all the Angels and Saints to intercede for us as we pray this Holy Novena to the Most Holy Face of Jesus and for the glory of the most Holy Trinity, Father, Son and Holy Spirit. Amen. Make me hear rejoicing and gladness, that the bones you have crushed may revive. From my sins turn away your Face, and blot out all my guilt. Holy Face of Jesus, Sacred Countenance of God, how great is your patience with humankind, how infinite your forgiveness. We are sinners, yet you love us. This gives us courage. For the glory of your Holy Face and of the Blessed Trinity, hear and answer us. Mary our Mother, intercede for us, Saint Joseph, pray for us. Through the merits of your precious blood and your Holy Face, O Jesus, grant us our petition.................. Pardon and mercy. Prayer to Saint Joseph Dear Saint Joseph! Adopt us as thy children, take charge of our salvation; watch over us day and night; preserve us from occasions of sin; obtain for us purity of body and soul, and the spirit of prayer, through thy intercession with Jesus, grant us a spirit of sacrifice, of humility and self-denial; obtain for us a burning love for Jesus in the Blessed Sacrament, and a sweet, tender love for Mary, our Mother. Saint Joseph, be with us in life, be with us in death and obtain for us a favourable judgment from Jesus, our merciful Saviour. Amen. Pray (1) Our Father, three (3) Hail Marys, one (1) Glory Be. O Bleeding Face, O Face Divine, be every adoration Thine (Three times)
Fr. Gary will again this year be offering classes on our Catholic Faith for those interested in becoming Catholics or wanting to enrich their Faith. Classes begin Thursday August 26 at 6:30 pm in the St Joseph Rectory and will run throughout the year until Holy Week. Call Parish Office for details.
St Anthony Church has a lending library of Catholic books, movies, and cd's in the back of the Church. Please check out the wide assortment of media and consider checking out something for yourself or for someone you know, so that you may increase your Faith and understanding of time-held beliefs.
VOCARE is our annual benefit dinner that helps support the work we do here at Dumb Ox. After a 2 year hiatus due to COVID, we are excited to return to our in-person VOCARE - complete with dinner, an auction, live entertainment, and more! Mark your calendars for THURSDAY, APRIL 28th and be on the lookout for how to purchase tickets soon!
O Most Holy and Blessed Trinity, through the intercession of Holy Mary, whose soul was pierced through by a sword of sorrow at the sight of the passion of her Divine Son, we ask your help in making a perfect Novena of reparation with Jesus, united with all His sorrows, love and total abandonment. We now implore all the Angels and Saints to intercede for us as we pray this Holy Novena to the Most Holy Face of Jesus and for the glory of the most Holy Trinity, Father, Son and Holy Spirit. Amen. A pure heart create for us O God, put a steadfast spirit within us. Do not cast us away from your presence nor deprive us of your Holy Spirit. May our hearts be cleansed, O Lord, by the in pouring of the Holy Spirit, and may He render them fruitful by watering them with His heavenly dew. Mary, the most chaste spouse of the Holy Spirit, intercede for us, Saint Joseph pray for us. Through the merits of your precious blood and your Holy Face, O Jesus, grant us our petition.................. Pardon and mercy. Prayer to Saint Michael the Archangel O Victorious Prince, most humble guardian of the Church of God and of faithful souls, who with such charity and zeal took part in so many conflicts and gained such great victories over the enemy, for the conservation and protection of the honour and glory we all owe to God, as well as for the promotion of our salvation; come, we pray Thee, to our assistance. for we are continually besieged with such great perils by our enemies, the flesh, the world and the devil, and as Thou wast a leader for the people of God through the desert, so also be our faithful leader, and companion through the desert of this world, until Thou conduct us safely into the happy land of the living, in that blessed fatherland from which we are all exiles. Amen. (St. Aloysius) Pray (1) Our Father, three (3) Hail Marys, one (1) Glory Be. O Bleeding Face, O Face Divine, be every adoration Thine (Three times)
O Most Holy and Blessed Trinity, through the intercession of Holy Mary, whose soul was pierced through by a sword of sorrow at the sight of the passion of her Divine Son, we ask your help in making a perfect Novena of reparation with Jesus, united with all His sorrows, love and total abandonment. We now implore all the Angels and Saints to intercede for us as we pray this Holy Novena to the Most Holy Face of Jesus and for the glory of the most Holy Trinity, Father, Son and Holy Spirit. Amen. Give me again the joy of your help, with a spirit of fervour sustain me, that I may teach transgressors your ways and sinners may return to you. Lord Jesus! After contemplating Thy features, disfigured by grief, after meditating upon Thy passion with compunction and love, how can our hearts fail to be inflamed with a holy hatred of sin, which even now outrages Thy Adorable Face! Lord, suffer us not to be content with mere compassion, but give us grace so closely to follow Thee in this Calvary, so that the opprobrium destined for Thee may fall on us, 0 Jesus, that thus we may have a share, small though it may be, in expiation of sin. Amen. Mary, our Mother, intercede for us. Saint Joseph pray for us. Through the merits of your precious blood and your Holy Face, O Jesus, grant us our petition.................. Pardon and mercy. Prayer in Honour of Mary Hail Mary, Daughter of God the Father! Hail Mary, Mother of God the Son! Hail Mary, Spouse of the Holy Spirit! Hail Mary, Temple of the Most Holy Trinity! Hail Mary, our mistress, our wealth, our mystic rose. Queen of our hearts, our Mother, our life, our sweetness and our dearest hope! We are all Thine, and all we have is Thine. O Virgin blessed above all things, may Thy soul be in us to magnify the Lord; may Thy spirit be in us to rejoice in God. Place Thyself, 0 faithful Virgin, as a seal upon our hearts, that in Thee and through Thee we may be found faithful to God. Grant, most gracious Virgin, that we may be numbered among those whom Thou art pleased to love, to teach and to guide, to favour and to protect as Thy children. Grant that with the help of Thy love, we may despise all earthly consolation and cling to heavenly things, until through the Holy Spirit, Thy faithful spouse, and through Thee, His faithful spouse, Jesus Christ, Thy Son, be formed within us for the glory of the Father. Amen. (St. Grignon de Montfort) Pray (1) Our Father, three (3) Hail Marys, one (1) Glory Be. O Bleeding Face, O Face Divine, be every adoration Thine (Three times)
The Community Center For Life (on the corner of 6th and Lafayette -- 1 block from St Joseph Church) is in need year-round of baby items for new and young mothers. Items needed are: Similac Advance/Similac ProAdvance Formula, baby wipes, Head-to-Toe Baby Wash, Baby lotion and other Baby Care products, Onesies (gender neutral), bottles (Dr. Brown, Tommee Tippee). swaddles/blankets (gender neutral), gift cards (Target, Walmart, Amazon), and pretty much anything that a baby can use and/or wear. The CCL is also registered at Target as: First Name - Community Center For Life and Last Name: CCL. Thank you in advance for your generosity.
"Behold the Man": Catholic Men's Conference, presented by Men of Immaculata, is held annually in Baton Rouge, Louisiana on the first Saturday of Lent. This nationally recognized conference typically draws over a thousand men from across the Gulf Coast to experience a day of prayer, worship, world-renowned Catholic speakers, and fellowship. The 2022 Conference, titled "Behold the Man", features keynote speakers, Dr. Brant Pitre of the St. Augustine Institute, Super Bowl Champ Harrison Butker, Chef John Folse, and Fr. Todd Lloyd of the Diocese of Baton Rouge. Along with the keynote talks by our featured speakers, Mass will be celebrated with Bishop Michael Duca, and lunch will be prepared for us by Chef John Folse. In addition, there will be time for fellowship with other Catholic men, to discover ministries and resources in the exhibit area and experience the Lord's mercy and forgiveness in the Sacrament of Reconciliation offered throughout the day. Ticket pricing for attending the conference in person at St. George is $65 for adults and $35 for students (ages 13-24). This ticket includes admission onsite at St. George, lunch, and a conference swag bag including a book. We encourage fathers and sons to attend the conference together. Demand for this annual conference is always high and with possibly limited in person seating due to potential COVID-19 restrictions, the in person conference tickets will sell out early. For those that are unable to attend in person, we will be offering a virtual ticket option which will include a link to watch the conference. For $25, you can participate virtually but you will not receive a conference bag. Although in person attendance will be limited this year, we hope that the virtual options allow even more men to be a part of the conference, from anywhere in the world! We especially encourage men of the same parish to meet to enjoy the conference together. Spread the word and reserve your tickets today! For more information visit: www.menoftheimmaculata.com
Join Us And Embrace Lent ++ Saturday March 5th from 11:00 am – 1:00 pm Central Time We invite you to attend the Embracing Lent Summit! Hear Fr. Larry Richards, Jared Zimmerer, and Jon Leonetti discuss asceticism, prayer, and how to embrace Lent as men. Sign up at: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/heroic-men-summit-embracing-lent-tickets-230588334917
The 2022 Archidiocese of New Orleans Men's Conference will be held on Saturday March 12, 2022 at St Catherine of Siena, Metairie. All men of our parish are invited to attend! The day will include enpowering speakers, prayer, Mass, and reconciliation to help men reflect on what it means to be "Sons of the Father." We hope this day fires up the men of our parish to grow in their love for Christ, their families, one another, and to take their place in the life of the Church! Tickets are $45. Light breakfast, lunch, and T-shirt are included. Vouchers are also available to purchase registrations for a friend or loved one. They make a great gift for the men of your life! To register and learn more about the 2022 Archdiocese of New Orleans Men's Conference, visit nolacatholicmen.com
Notre Dame Seminary Gala and Auction will be Saturday, March 12, 2022, at 7:00 PM with the Patron Party beginning at 6:00 PM. Go to https://one.bidpal.net/ndsgala/welcome to register.
O Most Holy and Blessed Trinity, through the intercession of Holy Mary, whose soul was pierced through by a sword of sorrow at the sight of the passion of her Divine Son, we ask your help in making a perfect Novena of reparation with Jesus, united with all His sorrows, love and total abandonment. We now implore all the Angels and Saints to intercede for us as we pray this Holy Novena to the Most Holy Face of Jesus and for the glory of the most Holy Trinity, Father, Son and Holy Spirit. Amen. O rescue me, God my helper, and my tongue shall ring out your goodness. O Lord, open my lips, and my mouth shall declare your praise. Most merciful Face of Jesus, who in this vale of tears was so moved by our misfortunes to call yourself the healer of the sick, and the good Shepherd of the souls gone astray, allow not Satan to draw us away from you, but keep us always under your loving protection, together with all souls who endeavour to console you. Mary, our Mother, intercede for us. Saint Joseph, pray for us. Through the merits of your precious blood and your Holy Face, O Jesus, grant us our petition.................. Pardon and mercy. Prayer to Saint Peter O glorious Saint Peter, who in return for thy lively and generous faith, thy profound and sincere humility and thy burning love, was honoured by Jesus Christ with singular privileges, and in particular, with the leadership of the other apostles and the primacy of the whole church, of which thou was made the foundation stone, do thou obtain for us the grace of a lively faith, that shall not fear to profess itself openly in its entirety and in all of its manifestations, even to the shedding of blood, if occasion should demand it, and to the sacrifice of life itself in preference to surrender. Obtain for us likewise a sincere loyalty to our Holy Mother the Church. Grant that we may ever remain most closely and sincerely united to the Holy Father, who is the heir of thy faith and of thy authority, the one true visible head of the Catholic Church. Grant, moreover, that we may follow, in all humility and meekness, the Church's teaching and counsels and may be obedient to all her precepts, in order to be able here on earth to enjoy a peace that is sure and undisturbed, and to attain one day in heaven to everlasting happiness. Amen. Pray (1) Our Father, three (3) Hail Marys, one (1) Glory Be. O Bleeding Face, O Face Divine, be every adoration Thine (Three times)
5th Sunday -- Meditate on the 5th Sorrow: The Flight Into Egypt "Joseph rose and took the child and his mother by night and departed for Egypt." (NABRE Mt 2:14). Our Father...Hail Mary...Glory Be... -- Meditate on 5th Joy: The Overthrow of the Idols of Egypt "Oracle on Egypt: See, the LORD is riding on a swift cloud on his way to Egypt; The idols of Egypt tremble before him, the hearts of the Egyptians melt within them." (NABRE Is 19:1) Our Father...Hail Mary...Glory Be...
UPCOMING DISCERNMENT RETREAT Chosen: Diocesan Priesthood and Religious Life, June 3-5, 2022, St. Joseph's Abbey in Covington, LA All Men and Women 18 and Over Invited. Come spend a weekend of prayer, discernment and fellowship with Diocesan priests, Seminarians and other Religious communities to discern your calling. Click here for the registration form. FEATURING THE FOLLOWING DIOCESAN AND RELIGIOUS COMMUNITIES: Holy Family Sisters of Nazareth, Community of Jesus Christ Crucified, Poor Friars and Nuns of Jesus and Mary, Mercedarian Sisters of the Blessed Sacrament, Franciscan Missionaries of Our Lady, Jackson Carmelite Nuns, Covington Carmelite Nuns, Springfield Dominican Sisters, Diocesan Vocation Directors, Benedictine Monks of St. Joseph's Abbey, Priests and Seminarians of the Diocese of Baton Rouge, Jackson, and New Orleans, Brothers of the Sacred Heart, Society of St. Joseph of the Sacred Heart, and Daughters of St. Paul. Click here for more information.
CCRNO (Catholic Charismatic Renewal Of New Orleans) sponsors a Weekly Prayer Meeting for Teens and Young Adults every Sunday at Archbishop Rummel High School, in the Rummel Raider Room, 7:30 - 9:30 p.m. For updates go to Instagram: @ccrnoyouth
O Most Holy and Blessed Trinity, through the intercession of Holy Mary, whose soul was pierced through by a sword of sorrow at the sight of the passion of her Divine Son, we ask your help in making a perfect Novena of reparation with Jesus, united with all His sorrows, love and total abandonment. We now implore all the Angels and Saints to intercede for us as we pray this Holy Novena to the Most Holy Face of Jesus and for the glory of the most Holy Trinity, Father, Son and Holy Spirit. Amen. For in sacrifice you take no delight, burnt offering from me you would refuse, my sacrifice a contrite spirit. A humbled, contrite heart you will not spurn. In your goodness, show favour to Zion, rebuild the walls of Jerusalem. Then you will be pleased with lawful sacrifice, holocausts offered on your altar. Sacred Face of our Lord and our God, what words can we do to express our gratitude? How can we speak of our joy? That you have deigned to hear us, that you have chosen to answer us in our hour of need. We say this because we know that our prayers will be granted. We know that you, in your loving kindness, listened to our pleading hearts, and will give, out of your fullness, the answer to our problems. Mary, our Mother, thank you for your intercession on our behalf. Saint Joseph, thank you for your prayers. Through the merits of your precious blood and your Holy Face, O Jesus, grant us our petition.................. Pardon and mercy. Prayer to the Holy Trinity Most Holy Trinity, Godhead indivisible, Father, Son and Holy Spirit, our first beginning and our last end. Since you have made us after your own image and likeness, grant that all the thoughts of our minds, all the words of our tongues, all the affections of our hearts and all our actions may be always conformed to your most Holy Will, so that after having seen you here on earth in appearances and in a dark manner by the means of faith, we may come at last to contemplate you face to face, in the perfect possession of you forever in paradise. Amen. Pray (1) Our Father, three (3) Hail Marys, one (1) Glory Be. O Bleeding Face, O Face Divine, be every adoration Thine (Three times)
Ministers of Hospitality enhance parish liturgies and parish life by creating an atmosphere of hospitality and welcome. We thank all those who came to our first Hospitality Meeting on Monday February 21 and, as promised, here is our workshop to train us in how to be Ministers of Hospitality in our Parishes. Both St Joseph and St Anthony Parishioners are invited to attend, even if you did not come to our Meet & Greet. We look forward to seeing you Monday March 21, 2022 at 6:30PM in the St Joseph Auditorium. Food and drink will be available.
