Winter Festival, St. Joseph, Colfax

St. Joseph Church, Colfax 801 Third St., Colfax, LA, United States

St. Joseph Church in Colfax will have its annual Winter Festival on Sunday, Jan. 27.  It starts after 11:00 a.m. Mass and lasts until evening.  This is a Church fundraiser sponsored by the Altar Society members.  Food will be served, Silent Auction and Bingo games feature among the activities.  Come and join us on this…

Event Series Adult Faith Formation Series

Adult Faith Formation Series

St. Rita Church 4401 Bayou Rapides Rd., Alexandria, LA, United States

Join us for "Kingdom of Happiness," an 8-part parish program that unveils Jesus' plan for happiness in the Beatitudes. Sessions are open to men and women and will begin Jan. 7 and held every Monday evening from 6:00-7:45 p.m. in the St. Rita Holy Family Center, 4401 Bayou Rapides Rd., Alexandria. Cost is $25 per…

OPEN HOUSE: Holy Savior Menard

Holy Savior Menard Central High School 4603 Coliseum Blvd., Alexandria, LA, United States

HSM Gymnasium.

Central Louisiana March for Life

LA, United States

Life March Cenla will be held Saturday, Feb. 2.  Join the inspiring pro-life march from Pineville over the Red River to downtown Alexandria.  Meet at Louisiana College (1140 College Drive, Pineville, LA 71360) before 10:00 a.m.  The event will end at 12:00 p.m.  Life March Central is sponsored by Louisiana Right to Life, Louisiana College,…

Event Series Adult Faith Formation Series

Adult Faith Formation Series

St. Rita Church 4401 Bayou Rapides Rd., Alexandria, LA, United States

Join us for "Kingdom of Happiness," an 8-part parish program that unveils Jesus' plan for happiness in the Beatitudes. Sessions are open to men and women and will begin Jan. 7 and held every Monday evening from 6:00-7:45 p.m. in the St. Rita Holy Family Center, 4401 Bayou Rapides Rd., Alexandria. Cost is $25 per…

Event Series Adult Faith Formation Series

Adult Faith Formation Series

St. Rita Church 4401 Bayou Rapides Rd., Alexandria, LA, United States

Join us for "Kingdom of Happiness," an 8-part parish program that unveils Jesus' plan for happiness in the Beatitudes. Sessions are open to men and women and will begin Jan. 7 and held every Monday evening from 6:00-7:45 p.m. in the St. Rita Holy Family Center, 4401 Bayou Rapides Rd., Alexandria. Cost is $25 per…

Beyond the Limits: Jr. High Conference

LA, United States

Registration for Beyond the Limits Jr. High Conference, Feb. 16-17, 2019 is now OPEN. This conference is for Junior High students only! Go here to register: https://www.diocesealex.org/beyond-the-limits/

Event Series Adult Faith Formation Series

Adult Faith Formation Series

St. Rita Church 4401 Bayou Rapides Rd., Alexandria, LA, United States

Join us for "Kingdom of Happiness," an 8-part parish program that unveils Jesus' plan for happiness in the Beatitudes. Sessions are open to men and women and will begin Jan. 7 and held every Monday evening from 6:00-7:45 p.m. in the St. Rita Holy Family Center, 4401 Bayou Rapides Rd., Alexandria. Cost is $25 per…

VIRTUS Awareness Training, Alexandria

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.

Event Series Adult Faith Formation Series

Adult Faith Formation Series

St. Rita Church 4401 Bayou Rapides Rd., Alexandria, LA, United States

Join us for "Kingdom of Happiness," an 8-part parish program that unveils Jesus' plan for happiness in the Beatitudes. Sessions are open to men and women and will begin Jan. 7 and held every Monday evening from 6:00-7:45 p.m. in the St. Rita Holy Family Center, 4401 Bayou Rapides Rd., Alexandria. Cost is $25 per…

CANCELLED: VIRTUS Awareness Training, Leesville

St. Michael the Archangel Church 604 South Fifth St., Leesville, LA, United States

THIS SESSION HAS BEEN CANCELLED. • 10:00 a.m. -- St. Michael the Archangel Church (church hall), Leesville 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.

VIRTUS Awareness Training, Natchitoches

Minor Basilica of the Immaculate Conception 145 Church Street, Natchitoches, LA, United States

6:00 p.m., Minor Basilica of the Immaculate Conception (church hall), NATCHITOCHES. 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.

Theology on Tap for Young Adults

LA, United States

There will be a Theology on Tap for young adults at Finnegans' Wake in downtown Alexandria on Wednesday, Feb. 27 at 6:00 p.m. Come enjoy the lively discussion and company! For more information contact Ashley at Cabrini at (318) 445-4588.

VIRTUS Awareness Training, Marksville

St. Joseph Church 141 S. Washington St., Marksville

6:00 p.m., St. Joseph Church (church hall), Marksville 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.

Event Series Young Adult meeting

Young Adult meeting

Our Lady of Prompt Succor Church 2120 Elliott Street, Alexandria, LA, United States

Every 3rd Thursday, a young adult group meets at 6:30 p.m. at Our Lady of Prompt Succor Church in Alexandria.

Scout Sunday

St. Francis Xavier Cathedral 626 4th Street, Alexandria, LA, United States

The annual Scout Sunday Mass will be celebrated at St. Francis Xavier Cathedral on Sunday, Mar. 3 at 11:00 a.m. Please join us as we recognize the achievements of our young people participating in Scouting activities in our diocese. For more information, contact Fr. Steve Brandow at sbran62261@aol.com.

Event Series Bible Study, Ferriday

Bible Study, Ferriday

St. Patrick Church, Ferriday 601 Florida Ave., Ferriday, LA, United States

Join us for a Bible Study series at St. Patrick Church, Ferriday, on these Thursdays: Mar. 7, 14, 28, April, 4 at 6:30 p.m. Title of the series is “The Passion According to John.” For more information, contact the church office at 318-757-3834.

Pre-Cana Marriage Prep

St. Frances Cabrini School 2215 E. Texas Ave., Alexandria, LA, United States

Pre-Cana Marriage Prep from 8:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. in the St. Frances Cabrini School library at 2015 E. Texas Ave., Alexandria $50 per couple includes breakfast and lunch. To register: call Emily Ann McCullough at  (319) 448-3333.

St. Meinrad Alumni Assoc. Day of Service

Maryhill Renewal Center 600 Maryhill Rd., Pineville, LA, United States

The Saint Meinrad Alumni Association is hosting its sixth annual Saint Meinrad Day of Service on Saturday, March 9, in the Diocese of Alexandria at Maryhill Renewal Center. This Day of Service is an opportunity for Saint Meinrad alumni, oblates, friends and others to serve their communities – a chance to pray together, socialize together,…

Lenten Mission, Fifth Ward

Our Lady of Lourdes, Fifth Ward 1315 Eggbend Rd., Fifth Ward, LA, United States

Lenten Missions presented by Deacon Paul Murphy   Deacon Paul Murphy from the Diocese of Kamloops, British Columbia, Canada will be in our diocese presenting: “Forgiveness Through Reconciliation and Mercy.” For more information contact Deacon Ted Moulard, (318) 447-2746 or tedmoulard@att.net. Check with the church office for specific times: March 10-12, Our Lady of Lourdes,…

Recognizing Addiction Workshop

St. Rita Church 4401 Bayou Rapides Rd., Alexandria, LA, United States

Parents, teachers, youth ministers, administrators, please join us for a presentation on Recognizing Addiction, Mar. 11 at 6:00 p.m. at St. Rita Holy Family Center, Alexandria. Professionals from the Shalom Center (Splendora, TX) will make the presentation. Open to the public and free of charge. Please attend this important presentation.

Adult Education Series, Woodworth

Mary, Mother of Jesus Church 9323 Hwy 165 South, Woodworth, LA, United States

Adult Education Series: Bishop Robert Barron's "The Mass"   Please join us every Tuesday evening from 6:00-7:30 p.m. at Mary, Mother of Jesus Church in Woodworth beginning March 12 for a 6-part Adult Education series "Bishop Robert Barron's - The Mass." Deacon Paul Sunderhaus will be the presenter. For more information, contact the church office…

Lenten Mission, Alexandria

Our Lady of Prompt Succor Church 2120 Elliott Street, Alexandria, LA, United States

Our Lady of Prompt Succor Church in Alexandria will host a Lenten Mission on Tuesday, Mar. 12, and Wednesday, Mar. 13, 6:30-7:30 p.m. Fr. Tom Voorhies, will present “Living in the Power of the Holy Spirit.” No registration is required. Childcare is available; please email olpschildcare@gmail.com with event name and ages of children. Contact Jessica…

Lenten Mission, Belledeau

St. Martin of Tours Church 1981 Hwy. 114, Belledeau, LA, United States

Lenten Missions presented by Deacon Paul Murphy   Deacon Paul Murphy from the Diocese of Kamloops, British Columbia, Canada will be in our diocese presenting: “Forgiveness Through Reconciliation and Mercy.” For more information contact Deacon Ted Moulard, (318) 447-2746 or tedmoulard@att.net. Check with the church office for specific times: March 13-15, St. Martin of Tours,…

Event Series Bible Study, Ferriday

Bible Study, Ferriday

St. Patrick Church, Ferriday 601 Florida Ave., Ferriday, LA, United States

Join us for a Bible Study series at St. Patrick Church, Ferriday, on these Thursdays: Mar. 7, 14, 28, April, 4 at 6:30 p.m. Title of the series is “The Passion According to John.” For more information, contact the church office at 318-757-3834.

Women’s Day of Reflection

St. Frances Cabrini Church 2211 E. Texas Ave., Alexandria, LA, United States

Join us from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. on Mar. 16 for a Women’s Day of Reflection with Sister Fatima at St. Frances Cabrini Church in Ducote Hall. There will be talks, reflection, discussion, music and prayer followed by confession, Divine Mercy chaplet, and 4:30 p.m. Mass. Coffee, light snacks, and lunch will be provided.…

Lenten Mission, Kolin

Sts. Francis and Anne Church 143 Booner Miller Rd., Kolin, LA, United States

Lenten Missions presented by Deacon Paul Murphy   Deacon Paul Murphy from the Diocese of Kamloops, British Columbia, Canada will be in our diocese presenting: “Forgiveness Through Reconciliation and Mercy.” For more information contact Deacon Ted Moulard, (318) 447-2746 or tedmoulard@att.net. Check with the church office for specific times: March 17-19, Sts. Frances and Anne…

Lenten Mission, Marksville

Holy Ghost Church 121 S. Preston St., Marksville, LA, United States

Lenten Missions presented by Deacon Paul Murphy   Deacon Paul Murphy from the Diocese of Kamloops, British Columbia, Canada will be in our diocese presenting: “Forgiveness Through Reconciliation and Mercy.” For more information contact Deacon Ted Moulard, (318) 447-2746 or tedmoulard@att.net. Check with the church office for specific times: March 20-22, Holy Ghost Church March…

Event Series Bible Study, Ferriday

Bible Study, Ferriday

St. Patrick Church, Ferriday 601 Florida Ave., Ferriday, LA, United States

Join us for a Bible Study series at St. Patrick Church, Ferriday, on these Thursdays: Mar. 7, 14, 28, April, 4 at 6:30 p.m. Title of the series is “The Passion According to John.” For more information, contact the church office at 318-757-3834.

Event Series Young Adult meeting

Young Adult meeting

Our Lady of Prompt Succor Church 2120 Elliott Street, Alexandria, LA, United States

Every 3rd Thursday, a young adult group meets at 6:30 p.m. at Our Lady of Prompt Succor Church in Alexandria.

Fish Frys during Lent

LA, United States

Fish Frys • during Lent Sacred Heart of Jesus, Pineville: Knights of Columbus Council 14657 will serve a Lenten Fish Plate: fish, fries, hush puppies and corn on the cob. Dates: March 8, 15, 22, 29, April 5, 12, from 10:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at Mac’s Fresh Market, 3005 Hwy 28E, Pineville. Delivery for…

Bishop David Talley’s Last Public Mass

St. Francis Xavier Cathedral 626 4th Street, Alexandria, LA, United States

Bishop David Talley will offer the Vigil Mass at St. Francis Xavier Cathedral this Saturday, March 23 at 4:00 p.m. This will be his last public Mass as our diocesan administrator as he will be installed as Bishop of Memphis on April 2.

Event Series Bible Study, OLPS Alexandria

Bible Study, OLPS Alexandria

Our Lady of Prompt Succor Church 2120 Elliott Street, Alexandria, LA, United States

Bible Study, OLPS, Alexandria • March 24-April 7 Fr. Dan O’Connor and Fr. Derek Ducote will host a 5-week bible study for Lent, using the video series from Ascension Press, “No Greater Love.”  It will take place in the Our Lady of Prompt Succor Madonna Room from 8:00-8:45 a.m. Sunday mornings during Lent. The remaining lessons…

Lenten Mission, Simmesport

Christ the King Church 705 Main St., Simmesport, LA, United States

Lenten Missions presented by Deacon Paul Murphy   Deacon Paul Murphy from the Diocese of Kamloops, British Columbia, Canada will be in our diocese presenting: “Forgiveness Through Reconciliation and Mercy.” For more information contact Deacon Ted Moulard, (318) 447-2746 or tedmoulard@att.net. Check with the church office for specific times: March 24-26, Christ the King Church,…

Lenten Mission, Alexandria

St. Rita Church 4401 Bayou Rapides Rd., Alexandria, LA, United States

Mark your calendars now for “The Deep Heart of God: Finding Redemption, Healing and Restoration,” Mar. 25-27, 6:30 p.m. nightly at St. Rita Holy Family Center, Alexandria. The mission will conclude with a Parish Penance Service on Thursday, Mar. 28, 6:30 p.m. Our mission director will be Mr. Ken Kneipman of the John Paul II…

Event Series Bible Study, Ferriday

Bible Study, Ferriday

St. Patrick Church, Ferriday 601 Florida Ave., Ferriday, LA, United States

Join us for a Bible Study series at St. Patrick Church, Ferriday, on these Thursdays: Mar. 7, 14, 28, April, 4 at 6:30 p.m. Title of the series is “The Passion According to John.” For more information, contact the church office at 318-757-3834.

Fish Frys during Lent

LA, United States

Fish Frys • during Lent Sacred Heart of Jesus, Pineville: Knights of Columbus Council 14657 will serve a Lenten Fish Plate: fish, fries, hush puppies and corn on the cob. Dates: March 8, 15, 22, 29, April 5, 12, from 10:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at Mac’s Fresh Market, 3005 Hwy 28E, Pineville. Delivery for…

Catechetical Quiz Bowl

Maryhill Renewal Center 600 Maryhill Rd., Pineville, LA, United States

Join us for the Diocesan Catechetical Quiz Bowl on March 30 from 10:00 a.m. -12:30 p.m. at St. Frances Cabrini Church Activities Building, Alexandria (moved from Maryhill Renewal Center). This Quiz Bowl is for 6th, 7th, & 8th graders, 4 per team. Entry fee is $10 per team. 1st prize: $500; 2nd prize: $200. For…

Event Series Bible Study, OLPS Alexandria

Bible Study, OLPS Alexandria

Our Lady of Prompt Succor Church 2120 Elliott Street, Alexandria, LA, United States

Bible Study, OLPS, Alexandria • March 24-April 7 Fr. Dan O’Connor and Fr. Derek Ducote will host a 5-week bible study for Lent, using the video series from Ascension Press, “No Greater Love.”  It will take place in the Our Lady of Prompt Succor Madonna Room from 8:00-8:45 a.m. Sunday mornings during Lent. The remaining lessons…

Dingers for Diapers Home Run Derby

Johnny Downs Sports Complex 271 Vandenburg Dr, Alexandria, LA, United States

Dingers for Diapers Home Run Derby • March 31 The Holy Savior Menard Junior High Baseball Teamis hosting the first ever Home Run Derby at Johnny Downs Sports Complex, Alexandria from 1:00-5:00 p.m. on Sunday, March 31. A donation of $200 enters your group of 12 batters, for two-minutes each of batting time. All proceeds…

VIRTUS Awareness Training, Alexandria

St. Joseph Catholic Center 4400 Coliseum Blvd., Alexandria, LA, United States

6:00 p.m., St. Joseph Catholic Center, 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.

Event Series Bible Study, Ferriday

Bible Study, Ferriday

St. Patrick Church, Ferriday 601 Florida Ave., Ferriday, LA, United States

Join us for a Bible Study series at St. Patrick Church, Ferriday, on these Thursdays: Mar. 7, 14, 28, April, 4 at 6:30 p.m. Title of the series is “The Passion According to John.” For more information, contact the church office at 318-757-3834.

Fish Frys during Lent

LA, United States

Fish Frys • during Lent Sacred Heart of Jesus, Pineville: Knights of Columbus Council 14657 will serve a Lenten Fish Plate: fish, fries, hush puppies and corn on the cob. Dates: March 8, 15, 22, 29, April 5, 12, from 10:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at Mac’s Fresh Market, 3005 Hwy 28E, Pineville. Delivery for…