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VIRTUS Awareness Training, Natchitoches
LA, United States6:00 p.m. -- St. Mary's School (Library), 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.
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.
VIRTUS Awareness Training, Plaucheville
St. Joseph School 3406 Hwy 107 South, Plaucheville, LA, United States6:00 p.m. – St. Joseph School in the Religion Classroom, PLAUCHEVILLE 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, 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.
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.
VIRTUS Awareness Training, Moreauville
Sacred Heart School 9968 Bayou des Glaises, Moreauville, LA, United States6:00 p.m. — Sacred Heart School, MOREAUVILLE 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.
All Saints Day
Solemnity of All Saints, a holy day of obligation.
All Souls Day
Commemoration of All the Faithful Departed.
VIRTUS Awareness Training, Alexandria
St. Joseph Catholic Center 4400 Coliseum Blvd., Alexandria, LA, United States6:00 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.
Thanksgiving Day
LA, United StatesRejoice always. Pray without ceasing. In all circumstances give thanks, for this is the will of God for you in Christ Jesus. ~ 1 Thessalionians 5:16-18
VIRTUS Awareness Training, Marksville
St. Joseph Church 141 S. Washington St., Marksville6:00 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.
Solemnity of the Immaculate Conception of the Blessed Virgin Mary
Patronal Feast day of the United States of America, a holy day of obligation.
Feast of Our Lady of Guadalupe
LA, United StatesLocally, Our Lady of Guadalupe Mission Church in Forest Hill, will celebrate this feast day with a 5:00 p.m. Mass at the church, in Forest Hill. There will be a dance and dinner afterwards at St. Martin Church, Lecompte. There will be much traditional/indigenous food, music and dancing throughout the night. There will not be…
Christmas Day
Solemnity of the Nativity of the Lord, a holy day of obligation.
New Year’s Day
Solemnity of Mary, The Holy Mother of God, a holy day of obligation.
VIRTUS Awareness Training, Natchitoches
Minor Basilica of the Immaculate Conception 145 Church Street, Natchitoches, LA, United States6:00 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.
VIRTUS Awareness Training
St. Joseph Catholic Center 4400 Coliseum Blvd., Alexandria, LA, United States6:00 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.
VIRTUS Awareness Training, Mansura
St. Paul the Apostle Church 1879 Leglise St., Mansura, LA, United States6:00 p.m. – St. Paul the Apostle Church (hall/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.
CANCELLED: VIRTUS Awareness Training
St. Joseph Catholic Center 4400 Coliseum Blvd., Alexandria, LA, United States6:00 p.m. – St. Joseph Catholic Center, 4400 Coliseum Blvd., ALEXANDRIA
CANCELLED! VIRTUS Awareness Training
St. Mary's Assumption School, Cottonport 850 Front Street, Cottonport, LA, United StatesSt. Mary's Assumption, Cottonport. DUE TO LOW REGISTRATION.
Lenten Adult Education Series
St. James Memorial Church 714 Winn Street, Alexandria, LA, United States• March 1, 8, 15, 22 “I Do Believe: Confronting Racism Through The Eyes of The Gospel” At St. James Memorial Church, Alexandria. Each evening begins with Mass at 5:30 p.m. followed by presentations/discussions until 7:30 p.m. presented by pastor Fr. Craig Scott, VG and Sharon Metoyerjones, retired educator of 33 years. We will: explore the roots of African-American…
Silent Directed Retreat
Maryhill LA, United StatesThe Diocese of Alexandria, along with clergy, deacons and spiritual directors are hosting a silent retreat during lent, on March 2-5 at Maryhill. This retreat is to all men and women 18 or older, who are seeking quiet reflective prayer time. Your time at Maryhill will include daily Mass and adoration, daily time with a…
EMHC Training Workshops
Our Lady of Prompt Succor Church 2120 Elliott Street, Alexandria, LA, United StatesThe Diocese of Alexandria will be offering training workshops for those individuals who are interested, who currently may serve, or who have served in the past as Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion in their parish. To serve in this role, one must be of good standing with their Catholic faith and need the approval of…
Lenten Adult Education Series
St. James Memorial Church 714 Winn Street, Alexandria, LA, United States• March 1, 8, 15, 22 “I Do Believe: Confronting Racism Through The Eyes of The Gospel” At St. James Memorial Church, Alexandria. Each evening begins with Mass at 5:30 p.m. followed by presentations/discussions until 7:30 p.m. presented by pastor Fr. Craig Scott, VG and Sharon Metoyerjones, retired educator of 33 years. We will: explore the roots of African-American…
Heart of Kateri Circle Meeting
Tekakwitha National Conference Headquarters 2225 N. Bolton Ave., Alexandria, LA, United StatesThe next Heart of Kateri Circle meeting will be on March 9 at the Tekakwitha Conference Center, 2225 North Bolton Ave., Alexandria at 5:30 p.m. All are welcome to attend. For more information contact Scotty Durio at (318) 483-3908 or finance@tekconf.org.
Discalced Carmelite meeting
Maryhill LA, United StatesThe Order of the Discalced Carmelites holds its monthly meeting at 9:00 a.m. every second Saturday, at Maryhill Renewal Center. Anyone is invited to attend morning prayer followed by Mass and then the meeting. If you are interested in Carmelite spiritual studies, please contact Mary Jo McCoy at 318-346-6860 or 318-481-9638. **If you plan to…
EMHC Training Workshops
Minor Basilica of the Immaculate Conception 145 Church Street, Natchitoches, LA, United StatesThe Diocese of Alexandria will be offering training workshops for those individuals who are interested, who currently may serve, or who have served in the past as Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion in their parish. To serve in this role, one must be of good standing with their Catholic faith and need the approval of…
2nd Annual Women’s Day of Reflection
St. Frances Cabrini Church 2211 E. Texas Ave., Alexandria, LA, United StatesThe 2nd Annual Women's Day of Reflection, "All About Eve," is sponsored by St. Frances Cabrini Sanctuary Society and will take place on Saturday, Mar. 11 from 9:30 a.m. - 3:15 p.m. in Ducote Hall at St. Frances Cabrini Church, 2211 E. Texas Ave., Alexandria, LA. Registration begins at 8:45 a.m. Speakers will be Rev.…
EMHC Training Workshops
St. Joseph Catholic Center 4400 Coliseum Blvd., Alexandria, LA, United StatesThe Diocese of Alexandria will be offering training workshops for those individuals who are interested, who currently may serve, or who have served in the past as Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion in their parish. To serve in this role, one must be of good standing with their Catholic faith and need the approval of…
Lenten Adult Education Series
St. James Memorial Church 714 Winn Street, Alexandria, LA, United States• March 1, 8, 15, 22 “I Do Believe: Confronting Racism Through The Eyes of The Gospel” At St. James Memorial Church, Alexandria. Each evening begins with Mass at 5:30 p.m. followed by presentations/discussions until 7:30 p.m. presented by pastor Fr. Craig Scott, VG and Sharon Metoyerjones, retired educator of 33 years. We will: explore the roots of African-American…
ShamRockin’ FEST
LA, United StatesShamRockin’ FEST will be held at Lagniappe Theatre on Friday, Mar. 17 starting at 7:00 p.m. Dancing, cash bar, food, silent auction, pub crawl. Tickets are $50 per person. Interested in forming a drink team? Call Mallory at (985) 991-6601. To purchase tickets, visit HSMFEST.com. All proceeds benefit Holy Savior Menard Central High School. This…
EMHC Training Workshop
St. Patrick Church, Ferriday 601 Florida Ave., Ferriday, LA, United StatesThe Diocese of Alexandria will be offering training workshops for those individuals who are interested, who currently may serve, or who have served in the past as Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion in their parish. To serve in this role, one must be of good standing with their Catholic faith and need the approval of…
Catechetical Quiz Bowl
St. Frances Cabrini Church 2211 E. Texas Ave., Alexandria, LA, United StatesThe Annual Catechetical Quiz Bowl will be held Saturday, Mar. 8 from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. at the St. Frances Cabrini Church Activities Building. This bible knowledge quiz is for 6th, 7th and/or 8th graders, 4 per team. Cost is $10 per team. Pizza lunch provided. 1st prize $500 and trophy; 2nd prize $200…
Solemnity of St. Joseph
Solemnity of St. Joseph, spouse of the Blessed Virgin Mary.
VIRTUS Awareness Training
St. Joseph Catholic Center 4400 Coliseum Blvd., Alexandria, LA, United States6:00 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. NOTE: Minors are not allowed to attend because of the adult content of the videos and…
Lenten Adult Education Series
St. James Memorial Church 714 Winn Street, Alexandria, LA, United States• March 1, 8, 15, 22 “I Do Believe: Confronting Racism Through The Eyes of The Gospel” At St. James Memorial Church, Alexandria. Each evening begins with Mass at 5:30 p.m. followed by presentations/discussions until 7:30 p.m. presented by pastor Fr. Craig Scott, VG and Sharon Metoyerjones, retired educator of 33 years. We will: explore the roots of African-American…
St. Rita Spring Youth Retreat
St. Rita Church 4401 Bayou Rapides Rd., Alexandria, LA, United StatesJoin us for a day of fun and community at the St. Rita Holy Family Center from 8:30 a.m. until 5:00 p.m. All youth in the Diocese are invited to attend! BRING A FRIEND! This is going to be an AMAZING day for your child! Cost is $25 and you can register online at www.strita.org…
EMHC Training Workshops
St. Joseph Church 141 S. Washington St., MarksvilleThe Diocese of Alexandria will be offering training workshops for those individuals who are interested, who currently may serve, or who have served in the past as Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion in their parish. To serve in this role, one must be of good standing with their Catholic faith and need the approval of…
CANCELLED VIRTUS Awareness Training
Minor Basilica of the Immaculate Conception 145 Church Street, Natchitoches, LA, United StatesCANCELLED due to low registrations – Minor Basilica of the Immaculate Conception (Church Hall), NATCHITOCHES
VIRTUS Awareness Training
St. Joseph Church 141 S. Washington St., Marksville6:00 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. NOTE: Minors are not allowed to attend because of the adult content of the videos and discussions.
Seminary Come and See Weekend
St. Joseph Seminary 75376 River Rd, St. Benedict, LA, United StatesSt. Joseph Abbey Seminary College will have its Spring Come and See weekend from March 31 - April 2, 2023. This is a great opportunity for any male 16 years old or older to come and see the seminary campus and what seminary life is like. For more information, please contact the Director of Vocations,…
Deacon Formation Informational Meeting
St. Joseph Catholic Center 4400 Coliseum Blvd., Alexandria, LA, United StatesDo you have a desire to serve the Church in a deeper way? Do you have the heart for serving others? If so, you may be interested in learning more about becoming a Permanent Deacon for the Diocese of Alexandria. An informational meeting is scheduled for Saturday, Apr. 1 at 10 a.m. at the St.…
Easter Egg Hunt
St. John the Baptist Church 1024 Highway 1207, Deville, LA, United StatesOn Palm Sunday, April 2, following Mass, there will be an Easter Egg Hunt at St. John the Baptist Church, Deville. The hunt will be behind Greco Hall. All ages are welcome to come and join the fun. Please have each child bring a basket to collect the eggs. Thanks, If you have any questions,…
VIRTUS Awareness Training
Our Lady of Prompt Succor Church 2120 Elliott Street, Alexandria, LA, United States2:30 p.m. – Our Lady of Prompt Succor Church, 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. NOTE: Minors are not allowed to attend because of the adult content of the videos and discussions.
Heart of St. Kateri Circle meeting
Tekakwitha National Conference Headquarters 2225 N. Bolton Ave., Alexandria, LA, United StatesThe next Heart of St. Kateri Circle meeting will be April 13 at 5:30 pm. at the Tekakwitha Conference Center, 2225 North Bolton Avenue, Alexandria, LA. All are welcome!
EMHC Training Workshops
St. Joseph Catholic Center 4400 Coliseum Blvd., Alexandria, LA, United StatesThe Diocese of Alexandria will be offering training workshops for those individuals who are interested, who currently may serve, or who have served in the past as Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion in their parish. To serve in this role, one must be of good standing with their Catholic faith and need the approval of…
Da Parish Crawfish Boiling Championship
St. Joseph Church 141 S. Washington St., Marksville“Da Parish Crawfish Boiling Championship” at St. Joseph Church Hall in Marksville from 11:00 AM to 6:00 PM! We will have 30 teams competing and cooking 15,000 pounds of all-you-can crawfish. Three local bands will be playing for your entertainment. There will be vendor booths selling locally produced items, foods, and drinks along with lots…
Chords of Blue
Alexandria Riverfront Center 707 2nd Street, Alexandria, LA, United StatesYou are invited to join St. Mary’s Residential Training School at the annual Chords of Blue Benefit Concert in honor of Autism Awareness. Scheduled for April 26 at the Randolph Riverfront Center, guests will enjoy a night of great music and entertainment provided by the United by Music All-Star Showcase Featuring Curley Taylor and the Zydeco Trouble. …
Crawfish Boil
St. Joseph Church, Cheneyville 301 Stanley St., Cheneyville, LA, United StatesSt. Joseph Church in Cheneyville will hold their annual Crawfish Boil fundraiser on April 29 from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Cost is $20 and includes 4lbs of crawfish with potato, corn, dessert and one drink. Dine in or take out but you must bring your own containers for take out. Tickets must be purchased…
VIRTUS Awareness Training
St. Joseph Catholic Center 4400 Coliseum Blvd., Alexandria, LA, United States6:00 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. NOTE: Minors are not allowed to attend because of the adult content of the videos and…