Parish Calendar

NATIONAL BLACK CATHOLIC MEN’S CONFERENCE is scheduled for September 4-7. The Office of Black Catholic Ministries is organizing a Men’s Praise Team. All interested, please contact

Shawn Robertson at 504.858.4294. Flyers are available in the vestibule.

FAITH, FAMILY AND FELLOWSHIP: FUELED IN TOGETHERNESS

will be celebrated the weekend of October 17, beginning with the Men’s Ministry Breakfast and guest speaker Retired Lt. Gen. Russel Honore on Saturday, October 18th. The celebration

continues on Sunday, October 19th, with Jersey Sunday followed by a Family BBQ Cookout, hosted by the Parish Council,  after the 10 am Mass. Tickets for both events will go on sale soon. BBQ Cookout tickets are $10 for adults and $5 for youth 8 and under. The Council will also host a football pool that weekend for the Saints v. Bears game, with each square costing $5 for a chance to win $75 a quarter. Your support of the pool will assist in defraying the cost of the cookout. See any Parish Council member to play.

OFFICE OF BLACK CATHOLIC MINISTRIES is now accepting vendor applications for the Bishop Fernand J.Cheri, III Gospel Music Festival on Saturday, September 13, 2025, at 6:00 PM at St. Martin de Porres Center, 2241 Mendez Street, New Orleans, LA. Vendor slots are FREE— but LIMITED – NO Food Vendors! We are looking for vendors, crafters, and/or small businesses to be part of this exciting and spirit-filled evening. Don’t miss the opportunity to showcase your products and services to our vibrant community! To reserve your spot or get more information, contact: Office of Black Catholic Ministries at (504) 861-6207 or bcatholics@arch-no.org

CCE CLASSES will begin soon. These classes are a vital part of our parish’s mission to nurture the faith of our children and youth. To ensure the success of our program, we are currently seeking dedicated catechists and volunteers to share the faith and guide our young parishioners on their spiritual journey. No prior teaching experience is required – just a love for our faith, a

willingness to serve and a heart for our children. Registration begins this Sunday, August 24th.

The BOOSTERS are requesting your support for their upcoming event: Saints Basket Raffle on September 28th. See any member of the Boosters to purchase a ticket.