Diocese of Alexandria

VIRTUS Training
2025-02-05 18:00 - 21:00 UTC | St. Joseph Catholic Center, 4400 Coliseum Blvd., Alexandria, LA, 71303, United States
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 discussions.

VIRTUS Awareness Training
2025-02-18 18:00 - 21:00 | St. Joseph Catholic Center, 4400 Coliseum Blvd., Alexandria, LA, 71303, United States

VIRTUS Training
2025-02-25 18:00 - 21:00 | Minor Basilica of the Immaculate Conception, 145 Church Street, Natchitoches, LA, 71457, United States
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.
NOTE: Minors are not allowed to attend because of the adult content of the videos and discussions.

VIRTUS Awareness Training
2025-02-26 16:00 - 19:00 | St. Joseph School, 3406 Hwy 107 South, Plaucheville, LA, 71303, United States
St. Joseph Catholic School (Mrs. Brandi Schexnyder’s class room), 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.
NOTE: Minors are not allowed to attend because of the adult content of the videos and discussions.

Catholic Charities Clergy Celebrity Dinner
2025-03-03 17:00 - 21:00 | Maryhill Renewal Center, 600 Maryhill Rd., Pineville, LA, 71360, United States
Catholic Charities of Central Louisiana will be hosting their first fundraiser of 2025 at MaryHill Renewal Center on Lundi Gras, March 3! We invite you to join us for a night of Mardi Gras fun with Bishop Marshall and the clergy of our Diocese as we raise funds for the good work of this organization. There will be a delicious meal, a silent auction, and of course fun with our clergy wait staff!
Two sponsorship levels available as well as individual tickets. Purchases can be made either online at cccenla.org or by check payable to Catholic Charities of Central Louisiana and mailed to 4400 Coliseum Blvd, Alexandria, LA 71303.
For more information, please contact Heidi Wampler at hwampler@cccenla.org or call (318) 445-2401, extension 510. Thank you for your support! We look forward to seeing you on March 3, 2025!

Fullness of Truth Conference
2025-03-07 08:00 - 2025-03-09 17:00 | Randolph Riverfront Center, 707 2nd Street, Alexandria, LA, 71301, United States
The Fullness of Truth Conference will be held at the Randolph Riverfront Center in Alexandria. The theme of this year’s conference is “Go Make Disciples: The Eucharistic Revival & the Call to Evangelize”.
Equip yourselves with the expertise of renown convert scripture scholar & prolific author, Dr. John Bergsma, the dynamic Louisiana-native & veteran Catholic apologist Dr. Karlo Broussard, the spunky Catholic convert “evangelista” & author Sonja Corbitt, and thehilarious comedian & evangelist Paul J. Kim. Sacred music will be provided by NOLA-based & Hallow App’s The Vigil Project and a special youth track as well. Our Conference will be your guide to what the “New Evangelization” is, and to the next chapter in the National Eucharistic Revival; a new Pentecost! Don’t miss it!
To make the conference more accessible to everyone, discounts are being offered:
Parish staff and spouse or guest: DIOCSTAFF
OCIA Candidate and spouse or guest: OCIA25
Educators or staff at our Catholic Schools: TEACH25
Anyone who has attended an ACTS Retreat and spouse or guest: ACTS25.
To register, room reservations, see the event schedule or to learn more details, visit our website: www.fullnessoftruth.org or call: 877-218-7884 / 877-21-TRUTH.

VIRTUS Awareness Training
2025-03-10 18:00 - 21:00, 2025-04-14 18:00 - 21:00, 2025-06-04 18:00 - 21:00, 2025-06-19 18:00 - 21:00, 2025-08-04 18:00 - 21:00 | St. Joseph Catholic Center, 4400 Coliseum Blvd., Alexandria, LA, 71303, United States
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.

Silent Lenten Retreat
2025-04-03 08:00 - 2025-04-06 17:00 | Maryhill Renewal Center, 600 Maryhill Rd., Pineville, LA, 71360, United States
This Lent, set aside time for a profound spiritual renewal. We invite you to experience the grace of silence and solitude at our Silent Lenten Retreat at Maryhill Renewal Centerdesigned to deepen your relationship with Jesus. Spend a weekend in:
• Guided Prayer tailored for you by an individual Spiritual Director.
• Fast from the noise and distractions of your busy life by embracing the silence.
• Give of your time and self and reconnect to the heart of the Lord.
Let this be a time of spiritual growth as you journey towards Easter.
Space is limited.
To register or for more information contact: Charlotte Wasmer at 318-730-1025 or cwasmer@diocesealex.org; Ingrid Cannella 318-792-3331 or
icnewell@yahoo.com

Faithful Citizenship Day at the Louisiana State Capitol
2025-04-30 | Louisiana State Capitol Building, 900 N 3rd St b170, Baton Rouge, 70802, United States
Please join Catholics from around the State at our Fourth Annual Catholic Faithful Citizenship Day on Wednesday, April 30 at the Louisiana State Capitol in Baton Rouge. The Louisiana Conference of Catholic Bishops are sponsoring this event for the education and formation of our Catholic faithful. For more information and registration please visit faithfulcitizenship2025

VIRTUS Awareness Training
2025-05-22 18:00 - 21:00 | St. Joseph School, 3406 Hwy 107 South, Plaucheville, LA, 71303, United States
St. Joseph School, 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
2025-06-07 09:00 - 12:00 | St. Michael the Archangel Church, 604 South Fifth St., Leesville, LA, 71446, United States
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.

Lector Formation Workshop
2025-07-19 09:00 - 11:30 | Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary, 119 Tally Street, Campti, LA, 71411, United States
The Diocese of Alexandria is offering Lector Formation workshops for those individuals who are interested in serving or who currently may serve as a Lector in their parish. To serve in this role, one must be of good standing with their Catholic faith and need the approval of their pastor. All training workshops will present the same material and will last no longer than two and a half hours. If you would like to sign up for the next workshop, please complete and submit the form below or contact Dcn Jason Lavergne at (318) 445-6424 ext 207 or by email at dcnjlavergne@diocesealex.org.
Saturday, July 19, 9:00-11:30 a.m. — Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary Church, Campti
Saturday, July 26, 12:30-3:00 p.m. — St. Paul the Apostle Church, Mansura (following the EMHC workshop)
Saturday, Aug. 23, 12:30-3:00 p.m. — St. Edward the Confessor Mission Church, Fishville (following the EMHC workshop)
There is no need to register and no charge to attend. When the session is completed you will receive a certificate. We will be happy to have you!

Extraordinary Minister of Holy Communion Workshop
2025-07-26 09:00 - 12:00 | St. Paul the Apostle Church, 1879 Leglise St., Mansura, LA, 71350, United States
Dates for upcoming workshops for Extraordinary Minister of Holy Communion. The average time for the workshop is about three hours so please plan accordingly. For more information, contact Dcn Jason Lavergne at (318) 445-6424 ext 207 or by email at dcnjlavergne@diocesealex.org.
Saturday, July 26, 9:00 a.m.- 12 noon — St. Paul the Apostle Church, Mansura
Saturday, Aug. 23, 9:00 a.m.-12 noon — St. Edward the Confessor Mission Church, Fishville (Pollock)
There is no need to register and no charge to attend. When the session is completed you will receive a certificate. We will be happy to have you!

Lector Formation Workshop
2025-07-26 12:30 - 15:00 | St. Paul the Apostle Church, 1879 Leglise St., Mansura, LA, 71350, United States
The Diocese of Alexandria is offering Lector Formation workshops for those individuals who are interested in serving or who currently may serve as a Lector in their parish. To serve in this role, one must be of good standing with their Catholic faith and need the approval of their pastor. All training workshops will present the same material and will last no longer than two and a half hours. If you would like to sign up for the next workshop, please complete and submit the form below or contact Dcn Jason Lavergne at (318) 445-6424 ext 207 or by email at dcnjlavergne@diocesealex.org.
Saturday, July 26, 12:30-3:00 p.m. — St. Paul the Apostle Church, Mansura (following the EMHC workshop)
Saturday, Aug. 23, 12:30-3:00 p.m. — St. Edward the Confessor Mission Church, Fishville (following the EMHC workshop)
There is no need to register and no charge to attend. When the session is completed you will receive a certificate. We will be happy to have you!

Pre-Cana Marriage Prep Workshop
2025-08-02 08:00 - 15:00 | St. Joseph Catholic Center, 4400 Coliseum Blvd., Alexandria, LA, 71303, United States
Pre-Cana Marriage Prep Workshop Are you engaged or planning for your upcoming nuptial ceremony? Or maybe you know someone in your family who is preparing for the Sacrament of Matrimony. Pre-Cana workshops are now being hosted quarterly by the Diocese of Alexandria. These one-day workshops will be at the St. Joseph Catholic Center located at 4400 Coliseum Blvd, Alexandria, LA. Beginning at 8:00 a.m., the day will include presentations on various topics that are vital to a couple’s lifelong marriage. The workshop will end at approximately 3:00 p.m. and lunch will be included. Space will be limited, so please register for a workshop as soon as possible.
Registration for the August workshop is now open.
There is a fee of $60 per couple.
You may pay online after submitting the registration form here.
Future dates:
October 11, 2025
February 7, 2026 (rescheduled from Jan. 24, 2026)
Registration will open a few months prior to each date. You can also pay the day of the workshop via check, money order or cash. Or you can prepay by mailing your check or money order (payable to Diocese of Alexandria) and mail to: Office of Religious Education and Faith Formation, P.O. Box 7417, Alexandria, LA 71306-0417. If you have any questions, please contact Deacon Jason Lavergne in the Office of Religious Education and Faith Formation at (318) 445-6424 ext. 207

An Evening with the Seminarians
2025-08-06 17:30 - 20:00 | St. Rita Church, 4401 Bayou Rapides Rd., Alexandria, LA, 71303, United States
Please join us for An Evening with the Seminarians
An open house to meet the seminarians of the Diocese of Alexandria on Wednesday, Aug. 6 from 5:30 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. at St. Rita Catholic Church Hall, 4401 Bayou Rapides Road, Alexandria 71303. Please take this opportunity to meet and get to know the men who are discerning priesthood for the Diocese of Alexandria while enjoying food, drink and entertainment! Free of charge; donations for seminarian education gratefully accepted!
RSVP by Thursday, July 31 starver@diocesealex.org or (318)556-6424 ext. 209

VIRTUS Awareness Training
2025-08-06 18:00 - 21:00 | Sacred Heart of Jesus Church, 600 Lakeview St., Pineville, LA, LA, 71360, United States
Sacred Heart of Jesus Church, PINEVILLE
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 Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary: Holy Day of Obligation
2025-08-15 | LA

VIRTUS Awareness Training
2025-08-19 18:00 - 21:00 | St. Anthony of Padua School, 116 S. Knoll Ave., Bunkie, LA, 71322, United States
St. Anthony School, BUNKIE
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
2025-08-21 18:00 - 21:00 | Minor Basilica of the Immaculate Conception, 145 Church Street, Natchitoches, LA, 71457, United States
Minor Basilica of the Immaculate Conception, 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.

Extraordinary Minister of Holy Communion Workshop
2025-08-23 09:00 - 12:00 | St. Edward the Confessor Mission Church, 2711 Hwy 8, Fishville, Louisiana, 71467
Dates for upcoming workshops for Extraordinary Minister of Holy Communion. The average time for the workshop is about three hours so please plan accordingly. For more information, contact Dcn Jason Lavergne at (318) 445-6424 ext 207 or by email at dcnjlavergne@diocesealex.org.
Saturday, Aug. 23, 9:00 a.m.-12 noon — St. Edward the Confessor Mission Church, Fishville (Pollock)
There is no need to register and no charge to attend. When the session is completed you will receive a certificate. We will be happy to have you!

Lector Formation Workshop
2025-08-23 12:30 - 15:00 | St. Edward the Confessor Mission Church, 2711 Hwy 8, Fishville, Louisiana, 71467
The Diocese of Alexandria is offering Lector Formation workshops for those individuals who are interested in serving or who currently may serve as a Lector in their parish. To serve in this role, one must be of good standing with their Catholic faith and need the approval of their pastor. All training workshops will present the same material and will last no longer than two and a half hours. If you would like to sign up for the next workshop, please complete and submit the form below or contact Dcn Jason Lavergne at (318) 445-6424 ext 207 or by email at dcnjlavergne@diocesealex.org.
Saturday, Aug. 23, 12:30-3:00 p.m. — St. Edward the Confessor Mission Church, Fishville (following the EMHC workshop)
There is no need to register and no charge to attend. When the session is completed you will receive a certificate. We will be happy to have you!

Labor Day
2025-09-01 | LA

Genesis of Eve Women's Conference
2025-09-12 - 2025-09-14 | Randolph Riverfront Center, 707 2nd Street, Alexandria, LA, 71301, United States
Genesis of Eve Women’s Conference: “Be the One”
Join us for a weekend of spiritual renewal, personal growth, and community, centered on becoming the women God calls us to be. Throughout the weekend, you’ll hear from nationally recognized speakers who offer inspiring and practical insights for deepening your faith journey. There will be opportunities to participate in Mass, Confession, and Eucharistic Adoration. At the Randolph Riverfront Center in Downtown Alexandria, LA.
Tickets available now! https://bit.ly/GenesisofEve2025

VIRTUS Awareness Training
2025-09-17 18:00 - 21:00 | St. Peter Church, 4702 LA-451, Bordelonville, LA, 71320, United States
St. Peter Church, BORDELONVILLE
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.

Catechist Enrichment Day
2025-09-20 08:00 - 17:00 | Maryhill Renewal Center, 600 Maryhill Rd., Pineville, LA, 71360, United States
Catechist Enrichment Day
Join us for Cathechist Enrichment Day at Maryhill Renewal Center. Evangelization and Catechesis go hand in hand in fulfilling the mission of the Church and that is to lead people to a deeper encounter with our Lord Jesus Christ. Presenters at this event will share teaching techniques, insights into the Sacraments, OCIA/Tribunal process, how to make scripture come alive, and more. If your role involves sharing the faith with others, please join us this day of relational ministry enrichment. Speakers will be: Dr. Amber Hyatt, Nicole Mitchell, Sylvia Davis, Deacon Les Glankler, Father Taylor Reynolds and Bishop Robert Marshall.
To register, complete the form here: https://form.jotform.com/dcnjlavergne/2025_Catechist_Day
Or contact Deacon Jason Lavergne at dcnjlavergne@diocesealex.org
