Please welcome Father John J. O'Malley OP who will be preaching at all Masses September 7th and 8th on behalf of Cross Catholic Outreach which was founded to create a meaningful link between parishes in America and the priests and nuns working overseas in the Caribbean, Africa, Asia, Central and South America.

St Joseph Church has the 3:00 slots on Sundays and Mondays at the Gretna Bingo Palace. Please come out to play BINGO and support our Church.

Please welcome Father John J. O'Malley OP who will be preaching at all Masses September 7th and 8th on behalf of Cross Catholic Outreach which was founded to create a meaningful link between parishes in America and the priests and nuns working overseas in the Caribbean, Africa, Asia, Central and South America.

Labor Day Monday September 2, 2019 -- Early Bird Games Begin 2:30 PM -- Games Start 3:00 PM

Please welcome Father John J. O'Malley OP who will be preaching at all Masses September 7th and 8th on behalf of Cross Catholic Outreach which was founded to create a meaningful link between parishes in America and the priests and nuns working overseas in the Caribbean, Africa, Asia, Central and South America.

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.

Christ in the City, an evening of Eucharistic Adoration for young adults 18-39, is held at St Rita Church on Lowerline the first Tuesday of each month at 7:00 pm sponsored by the CYO/Youth & Young Adult Ministry Office of the Archdiocese of New Orleans. The hour-long service of adoration includes scripture and a reflection, music, silent time for prayer, the opportunity for the Sacrament of Reconciliation, and benediction. A social follows across the street at Rock n' Bowl.

Please welcome Father John J. O'Malley OP who will be preaching at all Masses September 7th and 8th on behalf of Cross Catholic Outreach which was founded to create a meaningful link between parishes in America and the priests and nuns working overseas in the Caribbean, Africa, Asia, Central and South America.

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.

Come join the St Vincent DePaul Society or come volunteer to help the poor in our parishes.

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.

Please welcome Father John J. O'Malley OP who will be preaching at all Masses September 7th and 8th on behalf of Cross Catholic Outreach which was founded to create a meaningful link between parishes in America and the priests and nuns working overseas in the Caribbean, Africa, Asia, Central and South America.

A Call to Battle: 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 draws over a thousand men from across the Gulf Coast to experience a day of prayer, worship, world-reknown Catholic speakers, and fellowship. The 2020 Call to Battle Conference, titled "What is Truth?" features key note speakers, Fr. Wade Menezes (Fathers of Mercy), from EWTN Television and Radio, Catholic Bible Scholar and Author, Jeff Cavins, and dynamic parish priest, Fr. Mark Beard, of the Diocese of Baton Rouge. In exploring the question, "What is Truth?" posed to Jesus by Pilate in the Gospel of John 18:38, this conference will expose the distorted view of relativism in the modern world and clearly reveal the Truth, Who is Jesus Christ. With keynote talks by our featured speakers, Mass with Bishop Michael Duca, lunch by chef John Folse, and 1200 men praying the Rosary, this is an event that will ignite the Holy Spirit within all in attendance. 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 Reconcilation offered throughout the day. Early discount ticket pricing of $50 for adults and $25 for students (ages 13-24) is available through December 29th, 2019. On December 30th, tickets price increase to $60/$30 while available. Demand for this annual conference is always high and with limited seating, this conference will sell out early. Don't wait to reserve your tickets, get yours today! Begin your Lent with over 1000 brothers in Christ! Join us in Baton Rouge, St. George Church on Saturday, February 29th,2020 for the 4th Annual Men of Immaculata: A Call to Battle Conference - "What is Truth?"

Please welcome Father John J. O'Malley OP who will be preaching at all Masses September 7th and 8th on behalf of Cross Catholic Outreach which was founded to create a meaningful link between parishes in America and the priests and nuns working overseas in the Caribbean, Africa, Asia, Central and South America.

Men, mark your calendars. That Man Is You! begins Friday September 6 at 5:45am for breakfast and 6:20 program start. That Man Is You! combines Scripture, solid secular research, and a little fun to address the pressures and temptations facing men in our modern culture. It seeks to form authentic leaders who will be capable of transforming home and society. See the flyer on the back table in church for more details.

Novena to the Sacred Heart of Jesus will be held at St Anthony Church every 1st Friday after the 8:30 am morning mass.

Please welcome Father John J. O'Malley OP who will be preaching at all Masses September 7th and 8th on behalf of Cross Catholic Outreach which was founded to create a meaningful link between parishes in America and the priests and nuns working overseas in the Caribbean, Africa, Asia, Central and South America.

Born and raised in Chicago, Father Jack O'Malley was ordained a priest in 1959 in the Order of Preachers (Dominicans). He taught philosophy at the University of Dallas and DePaul University. He was also Dean of Students at Fenwick High School in Illinois and was chaplain in the US Air Force. For 17 years Fr. O'Malley taught morality to the upper classmen at Fenwick while serving in the Illinois National Guard and the US Air Force Reserves. In 1992, Father O'Malley mad the poorest of the poor the focus of his work and began preaching on their behalf throughout the United States. He continues his ministry of mercy every week for Cross Catholic Outreach.

Please welcome Father John J. O'Malley OP who will be preaching at all Masses September 7th and 8th on behalf of Cross Catholic Outreach which was founded to create a meaningful link between parishes in America and the priests and nuns working overseas in the Caribbean, Africa, Asia, Central and South America.

Born and raised in Chicago, Father Jack O'Malley was ordained a priest in 1959 in the Order of Preachers (Dominicans). He taught philosophy at the University of Dallas and DePaul University. He was also Dean of Students at Fenwick High School in Illinois and was chaplain in the US Air Force. For 17 years Fr. O'Malley taught morality to the upper classmen at Fenwick while serving in the Illinois National Guard and the US Air Force Reserves. In 1992, Father O'Malley mad the poorest of the poor the focus of his work and began preaching on their behalf throughout the United States. He continues his ministry of mercy every week for Cross Catholic Outreach.

Friends of the Poor® Walk/Run To benefit local Conferences serving the needy of metro New Orleans. SAT 9/28 8:15 am N.O. City Park Reunion Shelter & Festival Grounds Free Tee Shirts, Refreshments, Music & Games Online registration: FOPWALK.ORG ->LOUISIANA->NEW ORLEANS SOUTH SHORE & WEST BANK For more information contact: SVdP Conference Pres. Paul Coles 504-304-6868 Conner Ellis - 504.382.2721 - cellis@wjbe.com Sandy Norman - 504.831.8809 - snormansandy@gmail.com

St Joseph Church has the 3:00 slots on Sundays and Mondays at the Gretna Bingo Palace. Please come out to play BINGO and support our Church.

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.

Here is a look at the terrorist attacks of September 11, 2001. Facts: Nineteen men hijacked four fuel-loaded US commercial airplanes bound for west coast destinations. A total of 2,977 people were killed in New York City, Washington, DC and outside of Shanksville, Pennsylvania. The attack was orchestrated by al Qaeda leader Osama bin Laden. The Victims: At the World Trade Center (WTC) site in Lower Manhattan, 2,753 people were killed when hijacked American Airlines Flight 11 and United Airlines Flight 175 were intentionally crashed into the north and south towers, or as a result of the crashes. Of those who perished during the initial attacks and the subsequent collapses of the towers, 343 were New York City firefighters, 23 were New York City police officers and 37 were officers at the Port Authority. The victims ranged in age from two to 85 years. Approximately 75-80% of the victims were men. At the Pentagon in Washington, 184 people were killed when hijacked American Airlines Flight 77 crashed into the building. Near Shanksville, Pennsylvania, 40 passengers and crew members aboard United Airlines Flight 93 died when the plane crashed into a field. It is believed that the hijackers crashed the plane in that location, rather than their unknown target, after the passengers and crew attempted to retake control of the flight deck. As of July 2019, 1,644 (60%) of 2,753 WTC victims' remains have been positively identified, according to the medical examiner's office. Timeline: September 11, 2001 - 8:46 a.m. ET - American Airlines Flight 11 (traveling from Boston to Los Angeles) strikes the north tower of the World Trade Center in New York City. - 9:03 a.m. ET - United Airlines Flight 175 (traveling from Boston to Los Angeles) strikes the south tower of the World Trade Center in New York City. - 9:37 a.m. ET - American Airlines Flight 77 (traveling from Dulles, Virginia, to Los Angeles) strikes the Pentagon Building in Washington. - 9:59 a.m. ET - South tower of WTC collapses in approximately 10 seconds. - 10:03 a.m. ET - United Airlines Flight 93 (traveling from Newark, New Jersey, to San Francisco) crashes in a field near Shanksville, Pennsylvania. - 10:28 a.m. ET - North tower of WTC collapses. The time between the first attack and the collapse of both World Trade Center towers is 102 minutes.

From 5:00 pm to 6:30 pm, every parish in the Archdiocese will have its Church doors open celebrating the Sacrament of Reconciliation. Please come and confess your sins and receive God's love and absolution.

A Call to Battle: 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 draws over a thousand men from across the Gulf Coast to experience a day of prayer, worship, world-reknown Catholic speakers, and fellowship. The 2020 Call to Battle Conference, titled "What is Truth?" features key note speakers, Fr. Wade Menezes (Fathers of Mercy), from EWTN Television and Radio, Catholic Bible Scholar and Author, Jeff Cavins, and dynamic parish priest, Fr. Mark Beard, of the Diocese of Baton Rouge. In exploring the question, "What is Truth?" posed to Jesus by Pilate in the Gospel of John 18:38, this conference will expose the distorted view of relativism in the modern world and clearly reveal the Truth, Who is Jesus Christ. With keynote talks by our featured speakers, Mass with Bishop Michael Duca, lunch by chef John Folse, and 1200 men praying the Rosary, this is an event that will ignite the Holy Spirit within all in attendance. 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 Reconcilation offered throughout the day. Early discount ticket pricing of $50 for adults and $25 for students (ages 13-24) is available through December 29th, 2019. On December 30th, tickets price increase to $60/$30 while available. Demand for this annual conference is always high and with limited seating, this conference will sell out early. Don't wait to reserve your tickets, get yours today! Begin your Lent with over 1000 brothers in Christ! Join us in Baton Rouge, St. George Church on Saturday, February 29th,2020 for the 4th Annual Men of Immaculata: A Call to Battle Conference - "What is Truth?"

"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.

Come join the Gretna Historical Society for their monthly meeting and special program. Membership Meeting and Guest Speaker

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.

Men, mark your calendars. That Man Is You! begins Friday September 6 at 5:45am for breakfast and 6:20 program start. That Man Is You! combines Scripture, solid secular research, and a little fun to address the pressures and temptations facing men in our modern culture. It seeks to form authentic leaders who will be capable of transforming home and society. See the flyer on the back table in church for more details.

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 Kelly Donahue of the Archdiocese of New Orleans. The dates of the class series are August 30, September 13, September 27, and October 25, 2019. Hours are 6:30 PM-8:30 PM. The classes will be held in the Most Holy Trinity Family Life Center in Covington. The cost is $100 and includes all classes and materials. Pre-registration is required. Register online https://nolacatholicfla.regfox.com/sympto-thermal-nfp-course

Please join us Saturday September 14, 2019 CYO/Youth & Young Adult Ministry facility 2241 Mendez St, New Orleans Networking with each other & with other local organizations who support our Respect LIfe work Prayer - Archbishop Aymond will open our event with prayer Speakers on Respect Life issues - Dr. Kathy Allen (Healing after Abortion) & Susan Deboisblanc (Bioethics & the Respect Life Issues) Information on the 2019-2020 USCCB Respect Life Program, Respect Life Week in the schools, & other Respect Life events throughout the year …& yes, food! Networking begins at 8am...speakers begin at 9am & end at approximately noon...networking until 1pm Sponsored by the Archdiocese of New Orleans Respect Life Office ALL parish Respect Life Coordinators AND their committees are invited!

Friends of the Poor® Walk/Run To benefit local Conferences serving the needy of metro New Orleans. SAT 9/28 8:15 am N.O. City Park Reunion Shelter & Festival Grounds Free Tee Shirts, Refreshments, Music & Games Online registration: FOPWALK.ORG ->LOUISIANA->NEW ORLEANS SOUTH SHORE & WEST BANK For more information contact: SVdP Conference Pres. Paul Coles 504-304-6868 Conner Ellis - 504.382.2721 - cellis@wjbe.com Sandy Norman - 504.831.8809 - snormansandy@gmail.com

We are taking up the collection for the Catholic Communication Campaign (CCC). Your support helps the CCC connect people to Christ, in the United States and around the world, through the Internet, television, radio, and print media. Half the funds we collect remain here in the Archdiocese of New Orleans to support local efforts. Be a part of this campaign to spread the Gospel message. Support the collection today! To learn more, visit www.usccb.org/ccc.

St Joseph Church has the 3:00 slots on Sundays and Mondays at the Gretna Bingo Palace. Please come out to play BINGO and support our Church.

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.

The Archdiocese of New Orleans will offer a writing workshop for persons seeking an annulment in the Catholic Church or for persons responding to an annulment. The workshop will be held in the St. Benilde Teen Center in Metairie. The series will be for five (5) Tuesdays, September 17, September 24, October 1, October 8, and October 15, 2019. Hours are 7:30 PM – 9:00 PM. The materials for the series cost $25.00. To register go to our website https://nolacatholicfla.regfox.com/annulment-writing-workshop. For more information, please call Cathy, 504-861-6243.

A Call to Battle: 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 draws over a thousand men from across the Gulf Coast to experience a day of prayer, worship, world-reknown Catholic speakers, and fellowship. The 2020 Call to Battle Conference, titled "What is Truth?" features key note speakers, Fr. Wade Menezes (Fathers of Mercy), from EWTN Television and Radio, Catholic Bible Scholar and Author, Jeff Cavins, and dynamic parish priest, Fr. Mark Beard, of the Diocese of Baton Rouge. In exploring the question, "What is Truth?" posed to Jesus by Pilate in the Gospel of John 18:38, this conference will expose the distorted view of relativism in the modern world and clearly reveal the Truth, Who is Jesus Christ. With keynote talks by our featured speakers, Mass with Bishop Michael Duca, lunch by chef John Folse, and 1200 men praying the Rosary, this is an event that will ignite the Holy Spirit within all in attendance. 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 Reconcilation offered throughout the day. Early discount ticket pricing of $50 for adults and $25 for students (ages 13-24) is available through December 29th, 2019. On December 30th, tickets price increase to $60/$30 while available. Demand for this annual conference is always high and with limited seating, this conference will sell out early. Don't wait to reserve your tickets, get yours today! Begin your Lent with over 1000 brothers in Christ! Join us in Baton Rouge, St. George Church on Saturday, February 29th,2020 for the 4th Annual Men of Immaculata: A Call to Battle Conference - "What is Truth?"

Jefferson Parish Sheriff's Office is currently accepting applications for the Fall 2019 Citizen's Academy! It runs on Thursdays from 6-9 pm beginning on September 19. Come get a behind the scenes look at all divisions within JPSO that make us one of the best around! Spots always fill up quickly, so be sure to get your application in as soon as possible. You can find the application here by clicking on this article.

September 20 - 22, 2019 ----- Lumen Christi Retreat Center --- Schriever LA --- Retreat Masters: Jim Murphy and Fr. Bill Henry. The Catholic Charismatic Renewal of New Orleans (CCRNO) is delighted to have Jim Murphy and Fr. Bill Henry lead our annual Healing Retreat for Men and Women, September 20-September 22, 2019, at Lumen Christi Retreat Center in Schriever, Louisiana. The theme is “Holiness and Wholeness.” Jim Murphy is the outgoing President of ICCRS, based at the Vatican. He has traveled all over the world bringing the Word of God and ministering in the power of the Spirit. Fr. Bill Henry is pastor of St. Joseph Church in Greenville, Mississippi, and a sought-after spiritual director with a special gift of prayer for healing. Both bring their extensive pastoral experience and charismatic healing ministry to this retreat. Currently, there are on-site rooms available; however, last year this retreat filled very quickly. Please register early. For registration and information, please contact the CCRNO office at www.ccrno.org; (504) 828-1368; info@ccrno.org.

Men, mark your calendars. That Man Is You! begins Friday September 6 at 5:45am for breakfast and 6:20 program start. That Man Is You! combines Scripture, solid secular research, and a little fun to address the pressures and temptations facing men in our modern culture. It seeks to form authentic leaders who will be capable of transforming home and society. See the flyer on the back table in church for more details.

September 20 - 22, 2019 ----- Lumen Christi Retreat Center --- Schriever LA --- Retreat Masters: Jim Murphy and Fr. Bill Henry. The Catholic Charismatic Renewal of New Orleans (CCRNO) is delighted to have Jim Murphy and Fr. Bill Henry lead our annual Healing Retreat for Men and Women, September 20-September 22, 2019, at Lumen Christi Retreat Center in Schriever, Louisiana. The theme is “Holiness and Wholeness.” Jim Murphy is the outgoing President of ICCRS, based at the Vatican. He has traveled all over the world bringing the Word of God and ministering in the power of the Spirit. Fr. Bill Henry is pastor of St. Joseph Church in Greenville, Mississippi, and a sought-after spiritual director with a special gift of prayer for healing. Both bring their extensive pastoral experience and charismatic healing ministry to this retreat. Currently, there are on-site rooms available; however, last year this retreat filled very quickly. Please register early. For registration and information, please contact the CCRNO office at www.ccrno.org; (504) 828-1368; info@ccrno.org.

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.

VENERATION OF 1ST CLASS RELICS +++ September 23, 2019 *** Mass 9:00 am ^^ Reconciliation after Mass ### Church open all day ### Veneration & Blessing with Relics === Prayer teams available //// Reconciliation 5:00 - 6:00 PM \\\ Mass 6:30 pm. @@@ St Cletus Catholic Church 3600 Claire Ave Gretna LA 70053 For Information:504-367-7951

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.

The Archdiocese of New Orleans will offer a writing workshop for persons seeking an annulment in the Catholic Church or for persons responding to an annulment. The workshop will be held in the St. Benilde Teen Center in Metairie. The series will be for five (5) Tuesdays, September 17, September 24, October 1, October 8, and October 15, 2019. Hours are 7:30 PM – 9:00 PM. The materials for the series cost $25.00. To register go to our website https://nolacatholicfla.regfox.com/annulment-writing-workshop. For more information, please call Cathy, 504-861-6243.

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.

A Call to Battle: 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 draws over a thousand men from across the Gulf Coast to experience a day of prayer, worship, world-reknown Catholic speakers, and fellowship. The 2020 Call to Battle Conference, titled "What is Truth?" features key note speakers, Fr. Wade Menezes (Fathers of Mercy), from EWTN Television and Radio, Catholic Bible Scholar and Author, Jeff Cavins, and dynamic parish priest, Fr. Mark Beard, of the Diocese of Baton Rouge. In exploring the question, "What is Truth?" posed to Jesus by Pilate in the Gospel of John 18:38, this conference will expose the distorted view of relativism in the modern world and clearly reveal the Truth, Who is Jesus Christ. With keynote talks by our featured speakers, Mass with Bishop Michael Duca, lunch by chef John Folse, and 1200 men praying the Rosary, this is an event that will ignite the Holy Spirit within all in attendance. 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 Reconcilation offered throughout the day. Early discount ticket pricing of $50 for adults and $25 for students (ages 13-24) is available through December 29th, 2019. On December 30th, tickets price increase to $60/$30 while available. Demand for this annual conference is always high and with limited seating, this conference will sell out early. Don't wait to reserve your tickets, get yours today! Begin your Lent with over 1000 brothers in Christ! Join us in Baton Rouge, St. George Church on Saturday, February 29th,2020 for the 4th Annual Men of Immaculata: A Call to Battle Conference - "What is Truth?"

St. Catherine of Siena Church is hosting a concert quartet featuring Eric Genuis, a world-renowned composer and pianist. His music can best be described as a unique fusion of classical and contemporary. The 90-minute performance begins at 6:30 PM in the church (105 Bonnabel Blvd., Metairie). All are invited to witness the power of his music and his Christian message of hope. Eric travels the world over to perform his “Concerts for Hope,” helping to bring beauty and dignity to the imprisoned. Prior to arriving at St. Catherine, Eric and his accompanists will have performed three concerts at Angola State Prison, including a performance for death row inmates. The concert is free, but good will donations are appreciated. “I was in prison and you visited me” (Matthew 25:36). Please visit our website at www.scschurch.com/concertforhope for more information.

The Beginning Experience Weekend on September 27-29, 2019, is a wonderful healing experience for those suffering a loss of a spouse either through death or separation/divorce. The weekend will take place at Rosaryville Spirit Life Center in Ponchatoula, Louisiana. Those who have attended this weekend attest to the new hope they have received and the powerful safe and loving environment they found in the experience. Under the sponsorship of the Archdiocese of New Orleans, Office of Marriage and Family Life, this international program has helped thousands navigate the road through grief. Call, text or email Renell (985) 290-7348 renelld1@yahoo.com for more information.

Celebrating their 25th Anniversary, the Gretna Heritage Festival, encompassing 25 city blocks, features five stages with performances by national entertainers along with some of Louisiana's finest and favorites! The food dished out from the giant food tent will be exceptional with just about every culture represented. COME TO THE ITALIAN VILLAGE TO ST JOSEPH'S TENT FOR SOME MEATBALL SANDWICHES, CHIANTI WINE, ITALIAN ICE, AND ITALIAN COOKIES. A large selection of arts & crafts will be available along with rides and entertainment for the kids. There will be fun and enjoyment for everyone. A Free Shuttle with free parking from Oakwood Center and from JP School Systems at 501 Manhattan Blvd, Harvey to the festival grounds is offered.

Men, mark your calendars. That Man Is You! begins Friday September 6 at 5:45am for breakfast and 6:20 program start. That Man Is You! combines Scripture, solid secular research, and a little fun to address the pressures and temptations facing men in our modern culture. It seeks to form authentic leaders who will be capable of transforming home and society. See the flyer on the back table in church for more details.

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 Kelly Donahue of the Archdiocese of New Orleans. The dates of the class series are August 30, September 13, September 27, and October 25, 2019. Hours are 6:30 PM-8:30 PM. The classes will be held in the Most Holy Trinity Family Life Center in Covington. The cost is $100 and includes all classes and materials. Pre-registration is required. Register online https://nolacatholicfla.regfox.com/sympto-thermal-nfp-course

The Beginning Experience Weekend on September 27-29, 2019, is a wonderful healing experience for those suffering a loss of a spouse either through death or separation/divorce. The weekend will take place at Rosaryville Spirit Life Center in Ponchatoula, Louisiana. Those who have attended this weekend attest to the new hope they have received and the powerful safe and loving environment they found in the experience. Under the sponsorship of the Archdiocese of New Orleans, Office of Marriage and Family Life, this international program has helped thousands navigate the road through grief. Call, text or email Renell (985) 290-7348 renelld1@yahoo.com for more information.

Celebrating their 25th Anniversary, the Gretna Heritage Festival, encompassing 25 city blocks, features five stages with performances by national entertainers along with some of Louisiana's finest and favorites! The food dished out from the giant food tent will be exceptional with just about every culture represented. COME TO THE ITALIAN VILLAGE TO ST JOSEPH'S TENT FOR SOME MEATBALL SANDWICHES, CHIANTI WINE, ITALIAN ICE, AND ITALIAN COOKIES. A large selection of arts & crafts will be available along with rides and entertainment for the kids. There will be fun and enjoyment for everyone. A Free Shuttle with free parking from Oakwood Center and from JP School Systems at 501 Manhattan Blvd, Harvey to the festival grounds is offered.

Remember to vote on Oct 12. Early voting from September 28 to October 5.

September Retreat St. Joseph Abbey Christian Life Center, St. Benedict Louisiana

The 12th annual Friends of the Poor® Walk/Run is scheduled for Saturday, September 28, 2019, at the New Orleans City Park Reunion Shelter and Festival Grounds (Wisner Blvd. @ Friedrichs Ave.) The FOP® Walk is a national event held to raise awareness of poverty in the community, while raising funds for local St. Vincent de Paul Conferences and Councils who provide direct, emergency aid to the working poor and needy in the greater New Orleans Region. Online pre-registration is preferred and may be completed at fopwalk.org > Louisiana> New Orleans South Shore & West Bank> Register to Walk> Choose beneficiary (search for your preferred parish conference or youth group in Arch. of New Orleans). Online registration will allow choice of t-shirt size and provide a link to share with others to donate on your behalf. Onsite registration and check in begins at 8:15 am. The walk begins at 9:15 on the scenic one- mile walking track among the City Park oaks, followed by after party with music, food and drinks, games, and face painting. Shuttle from the parking lot across from Café du Monde to Reunion Shelter with available pickup 8:00, 8:20, 8:40, and return 11:00, 11:20, 11:40.

The Beginning Experience Weekend on September 27-29, 2019, is a wonderful healing experience for those suffering a loss of a spouse either through death or separation/divorce. The weekend will take place at Rosaryville Spirit Life Center in Ponchatoula, Louisiana. Those who have attended this weekend attest to the new hope they have received and the powerful safe and loving environment they found in the experience. Under the sponsorship of the Archdiocese of New Orleans, Office of Marriage and Family Life, this international program has helped thousands navigate the road through grief. Call, text or email Renell (985) 290-7348 renelld1@yahoo.com for more information.

Celebrating their 25th Anniversary, the Gretna Heritage Festival, encompassing 25 city blocks, features five stages with performances by national entertainers along with some of Louisiana's finest and favorites! The food dished out from the giant food tent will be exceptional with just about every culture represented. COME TO THE ITALIAN VILLAGE TO ST JOSEPH'S TENT FOR SOME MEATBALL SANDWICHES, CHIANTI WINE, ITALIAN ICE, AND ITALIAN COOKIES. A large selection of arts & crafts will be available along with rides and entertainment for the kids. There will be fun and enjoyment for everyone. A Free Shuttle with free parking from Oakwood Center and from JP School Systems at 501 Manhattan Blvd, Harvey to the festival grounds is offered.

Remember to vote on Oct 12. Early voting from September 28 to October 5.

September Retreat St. Joseph Abbey Christian Life Center, St. Benedict Louisiana

St Joseph Church has the 3:00 slots on Sundays and Mondays at the Gretna Bingo Palace. Please come out to play BINGO and support our Church.

St Joseph will have a late night mass for those who want to enjoy Gretna Fest first and then give praise and glory to God later in the day. Both goers and workers of Gretna Fest are invited to attend and celebrate. 8:00 pm -- See you there!

Revel all day and then come to special 8PM Mass after Gretna Fest.

Remember to vote on Oct 12. Early voting from September 28 to October 5.