Welcome
We're happy to have you with us!
Mass Schedule
Weekend
Saturday Vigil
4:00pm
Sunday
8:00am & 10:00am Gospel Mass
Weekday
Monday - Friday
8:00am Convent Chapel
Holy Mass Online
Watch mass live or watch our most recent services on Youtube AND FACEBOOK.
Pastor's Welcome
Brothers and Sisters in Christ,
Peace and blessings to you! It is with great joy that I welcome you to Blessed Sacrament-St. Joan of Arc Catholic Church. Whether you are a longtime parishioner, a visitor, or someone seeking a deeper relationship with God, please know that you are warmly embraced here.
As a Catholic community, we are called to live out the Gospel through worship, prayer, and service. Our parish is a place where faith is nurtured, hearts are uplifted, and lives are transformed by God’s grace. We invite you to join us in the Holy Mass, participate in our ministries, and walk together in faith as one body in Christ.
May you find peace, hope, and spiritual renewal in our parish family. If you are looking for a church home, you found one! We look forward to worshiping and growing in faith with you.
May God bless you abundantly!
In Christ,
Father Chuck
Rev. Charles Andrus, S.S.J.
Pastor
CONGRATULATIONS AND WELCOME TO
FR. LINUS JAMES, SSJ
Father Linus was ordained this weekend. A special welcome back to him to our Parish family as the Superior of the Josephite Society has graciously appointed Fr. Linus to serve as our new Parochial Vicar. He will officially begin serving in our parish on July 1.
Our Mission
Blessed Sacrament-St. Joan of Arc Catholic Parish is a worshipping community that unites all who enter to worship as a Catholic Faith community with that of the Catholic Church throughout the world. This faith community believes and proclaims the message and mission of Jesus Christ and seeks to live out that belief as a community of worship, shared faith, and service where each member shares with others the gifts and talents received from God. Blessed Sacrament-St. Joan of Arc Catholic Parish is “an uptown church with a down-home message” ready and eager to live out the gospel in service to God’s people and each other through faith and the sacraments.
Black Catholics on the road to Sainthood
Visit the link below for information on the following Black Catholics whose cause for canonization are being considered:
- Mother Henriette Delille
- Mother Mary Lange
- Father Augustus Tolton
- Pierre Toussaint
- Julia Greeley
https://nolacatholic.org/road-to-sainthood
HURRICANE SEASON PREPARDEDNESS
ARE YOU NOLA READY?
GET READY...IT'S HURRICANE SEASON!
The information provided is NOT comprehensive but offers a summary for quick review from the City of New Orleans' NOLA Ready website. For details please visit the City of New Orleans' NOLA Ready website at https://ready.nola.gov/home/
PREPARATION
- Understand your flood risk
- Clean your property and street
- Insure your property
- Secure your home
SHELTER IN PLACE
If a mandatory evacuation is not ordered, decide whether to evacuate or to shelter in place.
- Gather what you'll need to shelter in place
- Prepare for power and water outages
- Stay safe and informed
EVACUATE
If the City of New Orleans orders a mandatory evacuation. all residents and visitors must leave.
- Gather what you will need to leave
- Leave as early as possible
- Reminder that we are still enduring the COVID-19 pandemic and remember to
- Practice social distancing
- Wear a face covering
- Wash hands often
- Disinfect high-touch surfaces regularly
CITY-ASSISTANCE EVAUCATION
If you can't evacuate or need assistance during a mandatory evacuation, the City of New Orleans can help. Text EVACNOLA to 888777 if you need assistance. The City of New Orleans will text information directly to you if there is a mandatory evacuation.
GET OUT THE VOTE!
LOUISIANA ELECTIONS
Check your voter status by texting VOTER to 40649
NEED VOTER ASSISTANCE?
Voters needing help finding their polling location can call 504.658.8300 or visit the Louisiana Voter Portal at https://voterportal.sos.la.gov or email our Parish Outreach Team at bssjaparish@gmail.com.
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