• 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.

6:00 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.

• 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.

• 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.

6:00 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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

6:00 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.

6:00 p.m. – St. Joseph Catholic Center, 4400 Coliseum Blvd., ALEXANDRIA  

St. Mary's Assumption, Cottonport. DUE TO LOW REGISTRATION.

The 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…

The 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…

The 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.

The 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…

The 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…

The 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.…

The 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…

ShamRockin’ 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…

The 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…

The 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…

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. NOTE: Minors are not allowed to attend because of the adult content of the videos and…

Join 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…

The 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 due to low registrations – Minor Basilica of the Immaculate Conception (Church Hall), NATCHITOCHES  

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. NOTE: Minors are not allowed to attend because of the adult content of the videos and discussions.

St. 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,…

Do 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.…

On 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,…

2:30 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.

The 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!

The 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” 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…

You 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. …

St. 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…

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. NOTE: Minors are not allowed to attend because of the adult content of the videos and…

The Louisiana Conference of Catholic Bishops is having its Catholic Faithful Citizenship Day at the Capitol on May 3.  Our goal is to continue educating and engaging Catholics on Catholic Social Teaching and legislation, LCCB positions, and to develop relationships with each other and legislators.  We invite you to attend.   It is going to be a…