Dear Reader, 

Thank you for taking a moment out of your day to explore this edition of "The Collect."

As you may have seen in our promotions, "The Collect" (pronounced KÄL-ekt) is a curated digital digest featuring articles from The Catholic Commentator, published monthly to share the vibrant stories emerging from our diocese. This digest not only celebrates the remarkable work of The Catholic Commentator but also aims to illuminate the many activities and initiatives taking place within our diocese each month.

We believe storytelling is a profound means to connect our diocese, inspire faith, and foster understanding. Each article has been carefully chosen to highlight the diverse voices and experiences that enrich our diocese.

In "The Collect," you can look forward to discovering features on local ministries, profiles of inspiring individuals, updates on community events, and reflections designed to encourage spiritual growth. Our hope is that these narratives resonate with you and deepen your connection to the life of our Church.

We hope you enjoy this month's collection!

In Christ,
The Communications Secretariat of the Diocese of Baton Rouge

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Vocation Awareness Week Highlights Adventures of Religious Life

Three new Mercedarian Sisters of the Blessed Sacrament are experiencing new things and using their skills in creative ways since accepting God’s call to religious life.  As the nation celebrates National Vocation Awareness Week Nov. 3 – 9, they invite young people who think they may have a call to religious life to enter the adventure of exploring God’s plan for their lives.

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Black Catholics Share Gifts, History with the Church

The Black Catholic community proclaimed “who we are” and “whose we are” in a liturgy overflowing with upbeat Gospel music, elegant liturgical dances, and dynamic preaching.

The Nov. 2 Mass, which commemorated Black Catholic History Month, was held at Sacred Heart of Jesus Church in Baton Rouge. Bishop Michael G. Duca presided at the Mass, which  was themed “Seeking Our Spiritual Home in the Catholic Church."

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Hispanic Couples Trained for Marriage Preparation

 In response to the growing Hispanic population within the Diocese of Baton Rouge, the Office of Marriage & Family Life, in cooperation with the Hispanic Apostolate, recently offered a training session in Spanish for sponsor couples who are dedicated to preparing engaged couples for marriage the Hispanic community.

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Father Leo Patalinhug Helps Families Savor Their Faith at the Dinner Table

TV Chef Father Leo Patalinhug “plated up” a presentation with a perfect blend of food, wit, and insightful catechesis at Most Blessed Sacrament Church in Baton Rouge. Families learned how to answer the question “what’s for dinner?” – and developed a hunger for their faith.

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St. Aloysius School Celebrates Historical Moment at National Blue Ribbon Awards Ceremony

St. Aloysius School in Baton Rouge representatives celebrated the school’s successes and built momentum to achieve more in future at the 2024 National Blue Ribbon Awards Ceremony.

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