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Msgr. Hoppe passes away
Monsignor Ronald Cyril Hoppe 1930-2022 Monsignor Ronald Cyril Hoppe, a priest of the Diocese of Alexandria, passed from this life on April 4th, 2022 at the age of 92. Born…
Read MoreConsecration of Russia and Ukraine to the Immaculate Heart of Mary
Bishop Robert Marshall will preside at a Holy Hour for the Consecration of Ukraine and Russia to the Immaculate Heart of Mary on Friday, March 25, beginning with a Holy…
Read MoreSerra Club looking for new members
Serra Club is an international lay apostolate of men and women whose goal is to pray for vocations to the priesthood and religious life, and show appreciation to priests, deacons,…
Read MoreFr. Chemino steps down as Vicar General
Effective February 1, 2022 Father Scott Chemino recently asked that he be permitted to step down as our Vicar General so that he may devote time to the ministries of…
Read MoreFather John Brocato named Executive Director of Catholic Charities Cenla
Father John Brocato was recently appointed Executive Director of Catholic Charities Cenla. The Mission of Catholic Charities is to provide service to people in need, to advocate for justice in…
Read MoreSpiritual direction: growth along the journey
There seems to always be a need for good spiritual directors: those men and women who have a special gift, and are trained to guide the People of God on…
Read MorePastoral Letter on Lifting the Dispensation
Bishop Robert Marshall has written a letter to the people of the diocese explaining the reasons for lifting the dispensation but also noting that there are major exceptions for those…
Read MoreStudent Spotlight
The Church Today newspaper would like to recognize young men and women across our diocese for their achievements in school and community life, may it be fine arts, hobbies, athletics,…
Read MoreCooking for A Cause Benefits Local Organizations
What do you get when you combine a group of determined students with an inspiring leader, chocolate chip cookies and plenty of enthusiasm to raise money for good causes? A…
Read MoreTraveling St. Joseph finds a home in Avoyelles Deanery
by Donna Culotta In the Year of St. Joseph, a special devotion to Jesus’ earthly father has taken root in Avoyelles Parish. Called the “Traveling St. Joseph, Our Guardian,” it…
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