Baton Rouge OCDS Celebrates 40th Anniversary

On Feb. 16, 2025 Bishop Michael G. Duca celebrated with the Baton Rouge Order of Discalced Carmelites Secular its 40th anniversary in the Diocese of Baton Rouge. The event was held at Our Lady of Mercy Church in Baton Rouge. The original celebration was held with then Bishop Stanley J. Ott on Feb. 16, 1985. The OCDS was granted "canonical status" on Nov. 14, 1984, but the celebration was scheduled when Bishop Ott and the OCDS’ provincial and his delegate could attend. Pictured with Bishop Duca is Frances Locker, OCDS, one of the order’s original members in Baton Rouge. Frances related some of the order’s history so Bishop Duca would get to know them better. The bishop blessed the brochures they printed and plan to distribute in parishes. Those interested in joining the OCDS can email [email protected] or visit  discalcedcarmelitesofbatonrouge.com. Photos provided by Frances Locker