Benedict XVI, Reluctant Pope Who Chose to Retire, Dies at 95
In 2013, Benedict announced that he would become the first pope in 600 years to resign.
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8th Annual Fête-Dieu du Teche Announces Date of Celebration
The Annual Fête-Dieu du Teche is coming up on Monday, August 15, 2022, from 8 am to 6 pm.
Catholic Statue in Louisiana Vandalized After Roe V. Wade Decision
Emotions are running high across the country after the Supreme Court came to its decision in the Roe V. Wade case.
Retired Pope Asks Pardon for Abuse, But Admits No Wrongdoing
Benedict was responding to a Jan. 20 report from a German law firm.
Pope Francis Discusses ‘Selfishness’ of People Choosing Having Pets Over Kids
Pope Francis spoke with the general public at the Vatican on Wednesday and he had some choice words for those who have pets instead of children, taken from the Vatican transcript of the speech.
Pope Francis Refers to Sex Outside of Marriage as ‘Not the Most Serious Sin’
According to reports, Pope Francis recently referred to sex outside of marriage as, "not the most serious sin".
Vatican’s Stance on Vaccine: ‘Duty to Pursue the Common Good’
According to the Vatican, you have a moral duty to protect the health of yourself and the health of those around you.
If You’re Catholic, You Can Eat Meat This Friday Thanks to St. Joseph
Incase you didn't know, today is St. Joseph's Day, and that means you actually can eat whatever you want including meat. Here's why...
The Vatican Announces Catholic Church Cannot Bless Same-Sex Unions
The Vatican has made its stance on same-sex unions clear.
Lake Charles Bishop Recovering From COVID-19
Provost says his doctors told him he must remain vigilant.
LISTEN: Blue Rolfes Discusses Ash Wednesday Modifications
The Diocese of Lafayette spokesperson also discusses other changes and goings-on in the Diocese of Lafayette.
Sainthood Possible for French Priests Who Served Louisiana
Sainthood Possible for French Priests Who Served in the Shreveport Bossier area.
Lafayette Diocese to Open Churches at 25% Capacity
Arrangements are being made to welcome the faithful back to church thanks to changes in the state's Stay-at-Home order.
Bishop Makes Common Sense Mass Changes during Coronavirus Scare
According to the Catholic Diocese of Shreveport, Bishop Francis Malone sent out a memo with suggestions for congregants at any Mass in the diocese.
Boy Scouts of America Filing for Bankruptcy
Under bankruptcy proceedings, organizations are able to halt lawsuits and then get a deadline under which people must file claims.
New Orleans Saints Allegedly Gave Catholic Church PR Help During Sex Abuse Crisis
The New Orleans Saints are set to appear in court in an effort to keep hundreds of emails away from the public.
Charlene Richard, ‘Little Cajun Saint’, to be Considered for Sainthood
The Diocese of Lafayette has announced that they intend to submit Charlene Richard's name to be considered for sainthood.
Two Billboards On Johnston Street Urge Bishop Deshotel For Transparency
Today, the diocese announced that they WILL release the names of the credibly accused clergy.
St. John The Evangelist Annual Fall Bazaar This Weekend
The bazaar will feature games, silent auctions, bingo, concessions, gumbo, BBQ dinners, a raffle and a live auction - fun for the whole family.
Renovated St. Peter’s Catholic Church Reopens For Masses [PHOTOS]
The first mass in the newly renovated St. Peter's Catholic Church in Carencro was celebrated Wednesday night when young people in the parish were confirmed by Bishop J. Douglas Deshotel.