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The Secretariat for Pastoral Services comprises the departments and persons responsible for providing opportunities for evangelization through pastoral ministry in works of service, leadership, and justice.  The Secretariat aims, through its ministries, to help others enter into communion with the charity of Christ; they meet every other month for conversation and effective planning.

Deacons and their wives are offered two opportunities to fulfill their canonical retreat obligation. St. Joseph Abbey and its retreat center provide a wonderful place to relax peacefully with the Lord in prayer. Deacon Larry Melancon is responsible for registration for this retreat.

Bishop Duca joins the parishioners of St. Joseph the Cathedral to celebrate the installation of Fr. Cary Bani as their new pastor! Congratulations Fr. Bani; welcome to the Cathedral!

The Cabinet serves as an advisory council to the Bishop in administrative matters at the Catholic Life Center. The group meets six times annually in even months (and for emergency needs as determined by the Diocesan Bishop). In these meetings, the Cabinet discusses the workings of the various departments of the Catholic Life Center, develops a ministerial vision, and receives from the Bishop any announcements to be communicated to Department Heads and the Catholic Life Center employees.

Congratulations to the men of the Class of 2021 and their wives! Six men are scheduled to be ordained for service as Permanent Deacons for the Church of Baton Rouge!

Bishop Duca joins the parishioners of St. Mary of False River to celebrate the installation of Fr. Chris Decker as their new pastor! Congratulations Fr. Decker; welcome to St. Mary!

Screening Location - St. Elizabeth School As a member of the Diocese of Baton Rouge's wellness program, complete a health screening as a component to earn a preferred health plan premium in 2022. Face mask or covering required during Health Screening.

Screening Location - Holy Family School As a member of the Diocese of Baton Rouge's wellness program, complete a health screening as a component to earn a preferred health plan premium in 2022. Face mask or covering required during Health Screening.

Screening Location - Redemptorist/St. Gerard School As a member of the Diocese of Baton Rouge's wellness program, complete a health screening as a component to earn a preferred health plan premium in  2022. Face mask or covering required during health screening

Screening Location - St. Francis Xavier School As a member of the Diocese of Baton Rouge's wellness program, complete a health screening as a component to earn a preferred health plan premium in  2022. Face mask or covering required during health screening

Screening Location - St. Thomas More School As a member of the Diocese of Baton Rouge's wellness program, complete a health screening as a component to earn a preferred health plan premium in  2022. Face mask or covering required during health screening

Screening Location - Holy Ghost Catholic School As a member of the Diocese of Baton Rouge's wellness program, complete a health screening as a component to earn a preferred health plan premium in  2022. Face mask or covering required during health screening

Red Stick Catholic Fest is the Diocese of Baton Rouge's annual high school youth conference that celebrates the unique spirituality of Louisiana's capital city. The event features live entertainment, breakout sessions, powerful keynote speakers and adoration. 

Bishop Duca joins the parishioners of Our Lady of the Holy Rosary to celebrate the installation of Fr. Joseph Vu as their new pastor! Congratulations Fr. Vu!

Screening Location - St. John Primary School, Prairieville As a member of the Diocese of Baton Rouge's wellness program, complete a health screening as a component to earn a preferred health plan premium in  2022. Face mask or covering required during health screening

Screening Location - Catholic of Pointe Coupee School As a member of the Diocese of Baton Rouge's wellness program, complete a health screening as a component to earn a preferred health plan premium in  2022. Face mask or covering required during health screening

Screening Location - St. Theresa Middle School As a member of the Diocese of Baton Rouge's wellness program, complete a health screening as a component to earn a preferred health plan premium in  2022. Face mask or covering required during health screening

Screening Location - Most Blessed Sacrament School As a member of the Diocese of Baton Rouge's wellness program, complete a health screening as a component to earn a preferred health plan premium in  2022. Face mask or covering required during health screening

Screening Location - St. John School, Plaquemine As a member of the Diocese of Baton Rouge's wellness program, complete a health screening as a component to earn a preferred health plan premium in  2022. Face mask or covering required during health screening

The Secretariat for Pastoral Services comprises the departments and persons responsible for providing opportunities for evangelization through pastoral ministry in works of service, leadership, and justice.  The Secretariat aims, through its ministries, to help others enter into communion with the charity of Christ; they meet every other month for conversation and effective planning.

The Catholic Life Center campus will be closed on Monday, September 6 to commemorate Labor Day! Bishop Duca is thankful for all the men and women who labor tirelessly to accomplish the mission of the Diocese of Baton Rouge! Enjoy this day of rest from your labors!

The Secretariat for Communications is responsible for the effective and efficient communication of news, events, and any public information released by the Bishop of Baton Rouge.  Five members meet every other month to help improve news flow to the clergy and faithful.

Screening Location - Catholic Life Center As a member of the Diocese of Baton Rouge's wellness program, complete a health screening as a component to earn a preferred health plan premium in  2022. Face mask or covering required during health screening

The Secretariat for Evangelization comprises the departments and persons responsible for providing support to clergy, school, and parish catechetical leaders through consultation related to evangelization and catechesis. Every other month, these eleven members gather for planning and continued dialogue.

Screening Location - St. Jean Vianney School As a member of the Diocese of Baton Rouge's wellness program, complete a health screening as a component to earn a preferred health plan premium in  2022. Face mask or covering required during health screening

The four members of the Secretariat for Catholic Schools meet every other month to provide support for Catholic schools and related programs, assisting them to promote excellence in faith formation, academic rigor, innovation programs, responsible stewardship, and joyful celebration of service to the community.  

Screening Location - St. George School As a member of the Diocese of Baton Rouge's wellness program, complete a health screening as a component to earn a preferred health plan premium in  2022. Face mask or covering required during health screening

The Catholic University of America, located in Washington, D.C., is the national university of the Catholic Church. Founded in 1887, CUA offers students an excellent education in a faith-filled atmosphere that is grounded in the Catholic intellectual tradition. The Collection for The Catholic University of America underwrites scholarships to assist financially deserving students in completing their education at CUA in over 50 disciplines. Please be generous in this special appeal!

Deacons and their wives are invited to participate in one of two annual retreats, this one taking place September 13-15 at Manresa House of Retreats in Convent. For more information, contact Deacon John Veron at jveron@diobr.org.

Screening Location - St. Jude the Apostle School As a member of the Diocese of Baton Rouge's wellness program, complete a health screening as a component to earn a preferred health plan premium in  2022. Face mask or covering required during health screening

Deacons and their wives are invited to participate in one of two annual retreats, this one taking place September 13-15 at Manresa House of Retreats in Convent. For more information, contact Deacon John Veron at jveron@diobr.org.

Screening Location - St. Alphonsus School As a member of the Diocese of Baton Rouge's wellness program, complete a health screening as a component to earn a preferred health plan premium in  2022. Face mask or covering required during health screening

Deacons and their wives are invited to participate in one of two annual retreats, this one taking place September 13-15 at Manresa House of Retreats in Convent. For more information, contact Deacon John Veron at jveron@diobr.org.

Screening Location - St. Michael the Archangel High School As a member of the Diocese of Baton Rouge's wellness program, complete a health screening as a component to earn a preferred health plan premium in  2022. Face mask or covering required during health screening

The Secretariat for Clergy & Religious Life comprises ten departments and persons responsible for providing support not only for priests and deacons, but also the members of religious orders active within the diocese. Also integral to the secretariat are the offices of vocations and seminarians and diaconate formation, which are responsible for aiding those men discerning the priesthood, diaconate, or religious life. The group meets every other month to fulfill their consultative obligation.

Screening Location - Sacred Heart of Jesus School As a member of the Diocese of Baton Rouge's wellness program, complete a health screening as a component to earn a preferred health plan premium in  2022. Face mask or covering required during health screening

The Louisiana Priests’ Convention will be held at the Roosevelt Hotel in New Orleans from 20-22 September 2021. Keynote presenters include His Excellency Christophe Pierre (The Bishop and Priest as Co-Workers), His Eminence Joseph Tobin (Pastoral Considerations in Today’s Culture), and Most Reverend William Wack (Vibrant Ministry for God’s Flock). Breakout presenters include Reverend Sean Kilcawley (Pastoral Approaches to Pornography & Addiction), Adam Blai (Ministering to the Spiritually Afflicted), Kevin Cotter (Dynamic Leadership), and Dylan Corbett (Welcoming the Stranger).

The Louisiana Priests’ Convention will be held at the Roosevelt Hotel in New Orleans from 20-22 September 2021. Keynote presenters include His Excellency Christophe Pierre (The Bishop and Priest as Co-Workers), His Eminence Joseph Tobin (Pastoral Considerations in Today’s Culture), and Most Reverend William Wack (Vibrant Ministry for God’s Flock). Breakout presenters include Reverend Sean Kilcawley (Pastoral Approaches to Pornography & Addiction), Adam Blai (Ministering to the Spiritually Afflicted), Kevin Cotter (Dynamic Leadership), and Dylan Corbett (Welcoming the Stranger).

Screening Location - Ascension Catholic High School As a member of the Diocese of Baton Rouge's wellness program, complete a health screening as a component to earn a preferred health plan premium in  2022. Face mask or covering required during health screening

The Louisiana Priests’ Convention will be held at the Roosevelt Hotel in New Orleans from 20-22 September 2021. Keynote presenters include His Excellency Christophe Pierre (The Bishop and Priest as Co-Workers), His Eminence Joseph Tobin (Pastoral Considerations in Today’s Culture), and Most Reverend William Wack (Vibrant Ministry for God’s Flock). Breakout presenters include Reverend Sean Kilcawley (Pastoral Approaches to Pornography & Addiction), Adam Blai (Ministering to the Spiritually Afflicted), Kevin Cotter (Dynamic Leadership), and Dylan Corbett (Welcoming the Stranger).

Screening Location - St. Joseph School, Ponchatoula As a member of the Diocese of Baton Rouge's wellness program, complete a health screening as a component to earn a preferred health plan premium in  2022. Face mask or covering required during health screening

Screening Location - St. Aloysius Church As a member of the Diocese of Baton Rouge's wellness program, complete a health screening as a component to earn a preferred health plan premium in  2022. Face mask or covering required during health screening

Screening Location - St. Peter Chanel School As a member of the Diocese of Baton Rouge's wellness program, complete a health screening as a component to earn a preferred health plan premium in  2022. Face mask or covering required during health screening

The ten members of the Administration Secretariat gather for their meeting every other month to fulfill their mission to assist the Bishop in operating the Catholic Life Center and diocesan ministries and apostolates while also providing administrative consultation and services to the parishes and apostolates that comprise the Diocese of Baton Rouge.

Screening Location - Catholic Life Center As a member of the Diocese of Baton Rouge's wellness program, complete a health screening as a component to earn a preferred health plan premium in  2022. Face mask or covering required during health screening