On July 29, 1853, Pope Pius IX created a diocese in the oldest settlement in the Louisiana Purchase, Le Post de Natchitoches. It had only five priests and five churches to serve the 20,000 Catholics who were spread throughout the entire northern half of Louisiana.

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Pilgrims of Hope The Cross Learn more The Pilgrimage Learn more Junior Pilgrims Learn more Jubilee Events Learn more Indulgences Learn more The 2025 Jubilee will officially open on December 24, 2024, at Mass presided over by Pope Francis in St. Peter's Square in Rome. The rite of the Opening of the Holy Door will …

Embracing a Future of Hope Bishop Robert Marshall invites all to participate in the pastoral planning process. Below are a video and frequently asked questions to help us get started on this journey together.https://youtu.be/-ivl-arQRvA?si=jpB9Ge7lppIJzTb7 Frequently Asked Questions What is Together as One Church: Embracing the Future of Hope? The Diocese of Alexandria is embarking on …

The Season of Service (S.O.S.) program has begun its 4th year.  As we enter this Lenten season, we are reminded that Lent is a time of prayer, fasting, sacrifice and almsgiving.  With this year being a Jubilee Year of Hope, Season of Service is a great way to put our faith into action.  Last year …

The next workshop(s) for Extraordinary Minister of Holy Communion will be held on the dates, times and locations below.  The average time for the workshop is about three hours so please plan accordingly. The same information will be presented at each session. There is no need to register and no charge to attend. When the …

VIRTUS is a program created by the National Catholic Risk Retention Group in the United States with a “Protecting God’s Children” component that combats sexual abuse of children in the Church. It is currently used in over 80 dioceses in the U.S. and is mandatory for anyone working or volunteering with children. Think about this… …

Bishop Robert Marshall celebrated Mass at Saint Anthony of Padua Church in Bunkie for Epiphany Sunday, Jan. 5. In solemn ceremonies, the bishop consecrated the church’s Carrara marble altar and new tabernacle, and rededicated the structure following an extensive seven-month renovation. The improvements were completed in anticipation of an upcoming centennial celebration of the church. …

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For I know the plans I have for you, declares the Lord, plans for welfare and not for evil, to give you a future and a hope.

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