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VBS, Pineville
July 16-20, Sacred Heart of Jesus Church, Pineville 8:00 a.m. -12 noon in the Activities Building for ages K-6. 7th & 8th graders are invited to be helpers. Registration forms are in the back of church. Free and open to the public. For more information please contact Cheryl Paul at 318-308-5026.
VBS, Natchitoches
July 16-20, Minor Basilica of the Immaculate Conception, Natchitoches 9:00 a.m. - 12 noon at St. Mary’s School for students in PreK - 6th Grade. The cost is free. Registration forms will be available in the back of church. For more information, call the church rectory.
VBS, Moreauville
July 15-19, Sacred Heart Church, Moreauville 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. for kids PreK 3 - 6th grade. Students in 7th grade and up are welcome to come as teen helpers. The cost is $15 per child; meals are included each night. Registration forms are available at the front entrance of the church or call…
VBS, Alexandria
July 16-20, St. Rita Church, Alexandria 8:00 a.m. -12 noon for kids entering PreK - 6th. The cost is free for St. Rita parishioners and $25 for non-parishioners. Registration forms are available at the church office, or you can register online at www.strita.org. Registration deadline is June 30 to ensure that you have a VBS…
VBS, Pineville
July 16-20, Sacred Heart of Jesus Church, Pineville 8:00 a.m. -12 noon in the Activities Building for ages K-6. 7th & 8th graders are invited to be helpers. Registration forms are in the back of church. Free and open to the public. For more information please contact Cheryl Paul at 318-308-5026.
VBS, Natchitoches
July 16-20, Minor Basilica of the Immaculate Conception, Natchitoches 9:00 a.m. - 12 noon at St. Mary’s School for students in PreK - 6th Grade. The cost is free. Registration forms will be available in the back of church. For more information, call the church rectory.
Post-Abortion Bible Study Series
Cenla Pregnancy Center, Alexandria, LA 1254 MacArthur Dr, Alexandria, LA, United StatesAn 8-week Bible study, “Forgiven and Set Free,” will be held every Tuesday from 12:15-1:15 p.m. at the Cenla Pregnancy Center, 1254 MacArthur Dr., Alexandria. The series begins June 5. Find healing and wholeness in this post-abortion Bible study which effectively ministers God’s healing grace. This is a confidential study offered in a safe and…
VBS, Moreauville
July 15-19, Sacred Heart Church, Moreauville 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. for kids PreK 3 - 6th grade. Students in 7th grade and up are welcome to come as teen helpers. The cost is $15 per child; meals are included each night. Registration forms are available at the front entrance of the church or call…
VBS, Alexandria
July 16-20, St. Rita Church, Alexandria 8:00 a.m. -12 noon for kids entering PreK - 6th. The cost is free for St. Rita parishioners and $25 for non-parishioners. Registration forms are available at the church office, or you can register online at www.strita.org. Registration deadline is June 30 to ensure that you have a VBS…
VBS, Pineville
July 16-20, Sacred Heart of Jesus Church, Pineville 8:00 a.m. -12 noon in the Activities Building for ages K-6. 7th & 8th graders are invited to be helpers. Registration forms are in the back of church. Free and open to the public. For more information please contact Cheryl Paul at 318-308-5026.
VBS, Natchitoches
July 16-20, Minor Basilica of the Immaculate Conception, Natchitoches 9:00 a.m. - 12 noon at St. Mary’s School for students in PreK - 6th Grade. The cost is free. Registration forms will be available in the back of church. For more information, call the church rectory.
VBS, Moreauville
July 15-19, Sacred Heart Church, Moreauville 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. for kids PreK 3 - 6th grade. Students in 7th grade and up are welcome to come as teen helpers. The cost is $15 per child; meals are included each night. Registration forms are available at the front entrance of the church or call…
ACTS for Teens Retreat
• July 19-22, 2018 Cenla ACTS for Teens For more information, contact Les Glankler at 318-664-5269 or www.cenlaacts.org
VBS, Alexandria
July 16-20, St. Rita Church, Alexandria 8:00 a.m. -12 noon for kids entering PreK - 6th. The cost is free for St. Rita parishioners and $25 for non-parishioners. Registration forms are available at the church office, or you can register online at www.strita.org. Registration deadline is June 30 to ensure that you have a VBS…
VBS, Pineville
July 16-20, Sacred Heart of Jesus Church, Pineville 8:00 a.m. -12 noon in the Activities Building for ages K-6. 7th & 8th graders are invited to be helpers. Registration forms are in the back of church. Free and open to the public. For more information please contact Cheryl Paul at 318-308-5026.
VBS, Natchitoches
July 16-20, Minor Basilica of the Immaculate Conception, Natchitoches 9:00 a.m. - 12 noon at St. Mary’s School for students in PreK - 6th Grade. The cost is free. Registration forms will be available in the back of church. For more information, call the church rectory.
VBS, Moreauville
July 15-19, Sacred Heart Church, Moreauville 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. for kids PreK 3 - 6th grade. Students in 7th grade and up are welcome to come as teen helpers. The cost is $15 per child; meals are included each night. Registration forms are available at the front entrance of the church or call…
Illuminated Rosary, Marksville
St. Joseph Church 141 S. Washington St., MarksvilleIlluminated Rosary, Every Thursday evening through October Join St. Joseph Church in Marksville every Thursday, from now until Oct. 26, at 8:00 p.m. to pray the Rosary before an illuminated Rosary located outside on the grounds of the parish hall. (Time changes to 7 p.m. in September). In case of inclement weather, the Rosary is…
VBS, Alexandria
July 16-20, St. Rita Church, Alexandria 8:00 a.m. -12 noon for kids entering PreK - 6th. The cost is free for St. Rita parishioners and $25 for non-parishioners. Registration forms are available at the church office, or you can register online at www.strita.org. Registration deadline is June 30 to ensure that you have a VBS…
VBS, Pineville
July 16-20, Sacred Heart of Jesus Church, Pineville 8:00 a.m. -12 noon in the Activities Building for ages K-6. 7th & 8th graders are invited to be helpers. Registration forms are in the back of church. Free and open to the public. For more information please contact Cheryl Paul at 318-308-5026.
VBS, Natchitoches
July 16-20, Minor Basilica of the Immaculate Conception, Natchitoches 9:00 a.m. - 12 noon at St. Mary’s School for students in PreK - 6th Grade. The cost is free. Registration forms will be available in the back of church. For more information, call the church rectory.
VBS, Alexandria
July 23-27, St. Frances Cabrini Church, Alexandria 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. for ages PreK 3 (must be potty-trained) - 6th grade. 7th -12th graders are invited to be counselors. The cost is $100 per child for the week which includes breakfast, lunch, a snack and a t-shirt. Registration forms are available at the school…
VBS, Alexandria
July 23-27, St. Frances Cabrini Church, Alexandria 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. for ages PreK 3 (must be potty-trained) - 6th grade. 7th -12th graders are invited to be counselors. The cost is $100 per child for the week which includes breakfast, lunch, a snack and a t-shirt. Registration forms are available at the school…
Post-Abortion Bible Study Series
Cenla Pregnancy Center, Alexandria, LA 1254 MacArthur Dr, Alexandria, LA, United StatesAn 8-week Bible study, “Forgiven and Set Free,” will be held every Tuesday from 12:15-1:15 p.m. at the Cenla Pregnancy Center, 1254 MacArthur Dr., Alexandria. The series begins June 5. Find healing and wholeness in this post-abortion Bible study which effectively ministers God’s healing grace. This is a confidential study offered in a safe and…
VIRTUS Awareness Training, Mansura
• 6:00 p.m. -- St. Paul Church (Community Center), Mansura To pre-register, go to virtus.org, and click on First Time Registrant (on left side of screen) to begin the registration process. For more information, call 318-445-6424 ext. 213.
VBS, Alexandria
July 23-27, St. Frances Cabrini Church, Alexandria 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. for ages PreK 3 (must be potty-trained) - 6th grade. 7th -12th graders are invited to be counselors. The cost is $100 per child for the week which includes breakfast, lunch, a snack and a t-shirt. Registration forms are available at the school…
VBS, Alexandria
July 23-27, St. Frances Cabrini Church, Alexandria 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. for ages PreK 3 (must be potty-trained) - 6th grade. 7th -12th graders are invited to be counselors. The cost is $100 per child for the week which includes breakfast, lunch, a snack and a t-shirt. Registration forms are available at the school…
Illuminated Rosary, Marksville
St. Joseph Church 141 S. Washington St., MarksvilleIlluminated Rosary, Every Thursday evening through October Join St. Joseph Church in Marksville every Thursday, from now until Oct. 26, at 8:00 p.m. to pray the Rosary before an illuminated Rosary located outside on the grounds of the parish hall. (Time changes to 7 p.m. in September). In case of inclement weather, the Rosary is…
Worldwide Marriage Encounter, Baton Rouge
A NEW SEASON: Let The Full Life of Summer Be Reflected In Your Marriage. The kids are out of school…now give some time to the two of you. Consider making a Worldwide Marriage Encounter weekend and bring joy and passion to your special love. The next weekend in Louisiana is scheduled on July 27–29 at…
VBS, Alexandria
July 23-27, St. Frances Cabrini Church, Alexandria 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. for ages PreK 3 (must be potty-trained) - 6th grade. 7th -12th graders are invited to be counselors. The cost is $100 per child for the week which includes breakfast, lunch, a snack and a t-shirt. Registration forms are available at the school…
Supper with the Seminarians, Central Deanery
Bishop David Talley and the Seminarians of the diocese would like to invite you to ... Supper with the Seminarians Friday, July 27, 2018 St. Rita Holy Family Center, Alexandria, LA Seating times: 5:00 pm and 6:30 pm Enjoy a menu of culinary delights prepared and served by our Seminarians! Bring your friends and family…
ACTS Retreat for Women
• Aug. 1-4, 2018 St. Mary's Assumption ACTS for Women For more information, contact Luke Welch at 318-359-3372 or www.thestmarys.com
Illuminated Rosary, Marksville
St. Joseph Church 141 S. Washington St., MarksvilleIlluminated Rosary, Every Thursday evening through October Join St. Joseph Church in Marksville every Thursday, from now until Oct. 26, at 8:00 p.m. to pray the Rosary before an illuminated Rosary located outside on the grounds of the parish hall. (Time changes to 7 p.m. in September). In case of inclement weather, the Rosary is…
VIRTUS Awareness Training, Alexandria
• August 8 – Wednesday, 1 p.m., St. Joseph Catholic Center, 4400 Coliseum Blvd., Alexandria To pre-register, go to virtus.org, and click on First Time Registrant (on left side of screen) to begin the registration process. For more information, call 318-445-6424 ext. 213.
ACTS Retreat for Men
• Aug. 9-12, 2018 Sacred Heart ACTS for Men For more information, contact Cheryl Paul at 318-308-5026 or www.jesusinpineville.com
Illuminated Rosary, Marksville
St. Joseph Church 141 S. Washington St., MarksvilleIlluminated Rosary, Every Thursday evening through October Join St. Joseph Church in Marksville every Thursday, from now until Oct. 26, at 8:00 p.m. to pray the Rosary before an illuminated Rosary located outside on the grounds of the parish hall. (Time changes to 7 p.m. in September). In case of inclement weather, the Rosary is…
Celebration of the Feast of St. Philomena
St. Frances Cabrini Church 2211 E. Texas Ave., Alexandria, LA, United StatesThe annual celebration of the Feast of St. Philomena will be held on Saturday, August 11 at St Frances Cabrini Church. Mass will be offered at 9:00 a.m. Veneration of the first-class relic will follow as well as anointing with oil from her shrine in Italy. All are welcome as we honor the patron saint…
Open House, St. Joseph School, Plaucheville
St. Joseph School 3406 Hwy 107 South, Plaucheville, LA, United StatesAugust 12: Open House for St. Joseph School begins with Mass at 9:00 a.m. and Parent Orientation immediately following.
Open House, Sacred Heart School, Moreauville
Sacred Heart School 9968 Bayou des Glaises, Moreauville, LA, United StatesOpen House for Sacred Heart School will be on Sunday August 12, 2018 at 6:00 p.m.
Open House, Holy Savior Menard
Holy Savior Menard Central High School 4603 Coliseum Blvd., Alexandria, LA, United StatesHoly Savior Menard, Alexandria August 13, 8:00 a.m. New Student Orientation
Open House, Our Lady of Prompt Succor School, Alexandria
Our Lady of Prompt Succor School 420 21st Street, Alexandria, LA, United StatesOur Lady of Prompt Succor School, Alexandria August 13, 4:30 p.m. Back to School Open House Students may bring their supplies at this time.
First day of Classes for Students
Today is the first day of classes for ALL Diocese of Alexandria Catholic School students for the 2018-2019 school year. All Catholic schools within the diocese will begin classes today.
Solemnity of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary
Solemnity of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary, a Holy Day of obligation.
54 Day Novena for the Coast to Coast Rosary
All Catholics are encouraged to join together to pray the 54 day Novena for Our Nation from the August 15 Feast of the Assumption through the October 7 Feast of Our Lady of the Rosary. On the weekend of October 7, the United States–through Rosary Coast to Coast–will join with our international brothers and sisters…
ACTS Retreat for Men
• Aug. 16-19, 2018 Cenla ACTS for Men For more information, contact Les Glankler at 318-664-5269 or www.cenlaacts.org.
VIRTUS Awareness Training
St. Joseph Catholic Center 4400 Coliseum Blvd., Alexandria, LA, United States• 6:00 p.m., St. Joseph Catholic Center, 4400 Coliseum Blvd., ALEXANDRIA To pre-register, go to virtus.org, and click on First Time Registrant (on left side of screen) to begin the registration process. For more information, call 318-445-6424 ext. 213.
Illuminated Rosary, Marksville
St. Joseph Church 141 S. Washington St., MarksvilleIlluminated Rosary, Every Thursday evening through October Join St. Joseph Church in Marksville every Thursday, from now until Oct. 26, at 8:00 p.m. to pray the Rosary before an illuminated Rosary located outside on the grounds of the parish hall. (Time changes to 7 p.m. in September). In case of inclement weather, the Rosary is…
Hands-ON+Hearts IN Discernment for Women
“Hands-ON + Hearts-IN” Program provides a week-long discernment for women considering life as a Catholic Sister. The next experiences are scheduled for Aug. 22-25, and Sept. 10-14 in Holly Springs, MS. There is no cost for participants. For five full days, women will be accompanied by Sisters from various orders providing hands-on service to the…
Illuminated Rosary, Marksville
St. Joseph Church 141 S. Washington St., MarksvilleIlluminated Rosary, Every Thursday evening through October Join St. Joseph Church in Marksville every Thursday, from now until Oct. 26, at 8:00 p.m. to pray the Rosary before an illuminated Rosary located outside on the grounds of the parish hall. (Time changes to 7 p.m. in September). In case of inclement weather, the Rosary is…
FRESH FIRE 2018
FRESH FIRE 2018, a day-long gathering sponsored by the Catholic Charismatic Renewal of New Orleans (CCRNO), will take place Saturday, Aug. 25, 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., at St Benilde Cafeteria, 1901 Division St., Metairie, LA. Speakers include Al Mansfield, Patti Mansfield, and Johnny Bertucci. The theme for the day is “Return to Your First Love." Registration is $30…