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.

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.

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

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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?"

Cabrini is sponsoring an Open House for prospective students and their parents on Thursday October 3, 2019 from 4 pm to 7 pm

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.

In honor of St. Francis of Assisi, whose feast day is October 4th, St. Joseph Catholic Church will host a Blessings of the Pets Friday, Oct. 4, 2019, at 6:30 p.m. in the Holy Family Garden. Bring your beloved pets to be blessed!

In honor of St. Francis of Assisi, whose feast day is October 4th, St. Anthony Catholic Church will host a Blessings of the Animals Saturday, Oct. 5, 2019, at 10 a.m. in the front lawn of the parish office/rectory. Bring your beloved pets to be blessed!

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?"

"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.

Save the date --- Community Center For Life's TASTE FOR LIFE BANQUET AND AUCTION ++ Thursday October 10, 2019 6:30 in the evening. Call CCLife at 504-227-9090 or email cclife@bellsouth.net for more information or drop by 539 Lafayette St Gretna LA 70053.

Come join the Gretna Historical Society for their monthly meeting and special program. GHS Birthday Party and Membership Meeting.

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.

IMPORTANT ELECTION FOR JEFFERSON PARISH AND FOR THE STATE --- PLEASE VOTE

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

On Saturday morning October 12, 2019, there will be a Communal Celebration of the Anointing of the Sick at the 8:30 mass in honor of St Luke, Patron Saint of Physicians. The Sacrament of Anointing of the Sick is both “a liturgical and a communal celebration.” In the family home, hospital, or church, members of the Body of Christ gather for the sacramental rite led by a priest. The Penitential Rite followed by the Liturgy of the Word and sacramental anointing of the sick can inspire and comfort both those who are ill and their family and friends who are gathered (CCC, nos. 1517-18). Many parishes have communal celebrations at which many persons receive the sacrament. These sacramental celebrations are a “source of strength amid pain and weakness, hope amid despair” and a “joyful encounter” for the entire community (Christifideles Laici, no. 54).

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.

Introducing a New Retreat Series at the Saint Joseph Abbey Retreat Center: In Silence Purpose: To find spiritual renewal and awakening by entering more deeply into the silent depths of God’s presence through exploring the life and writings of the mystics of the Christian tradition. Format: Extended periods of personal silence and solitude; several periods of group meditation and contemplation; contemplative walk in the Abbey woods; conferences on particular mystic to help facilitate entering into silence; opportunity to pray with the monks. For Whom: Adult women and men seeking to deepen their spiritual lives and grow in their awareness of God’s presence in their lives. Accommodations available for single persons and couples. Inaugural Retreat: In Silence with Thomas Merton October 15-17, 2019 (Rescheduled from July 12th)

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?"

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.

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.

Annual Cemetery Tour of Hook & Ladder Cemetery focusing on historical Gretna fore-fathers, fore-mothers, and local characters.

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.

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?"

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

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.

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?"