The Louisiana Conference of Catholic Bishops hosted a Faithful Citizenship Day May 18 at St. Joseph Cathedral in Baton Rouge and the Louisiana State Capitol. During the course of the day attendees, pictured at the steps of the capitol, participated in committee hearings, observed debates of bills in the House and Senate chambers and met legislators. The focus of the event was to continue educating and engaging Catholics on social justice teachings and legislation, LCCB positions on legislation and to develop relationships with each other and legislators. A story on the event will be in the June 3 issue of The Catholic Commentator. Photo by Debbie Shelley | The Catholic Commentator

Residents of Louisiana who are eager to help Ukrainian refugees now have a way to sponsor them directly on their own, according to Catholic Charities of the Diocese of Baton Rouge (CCDBR), which has decades of experience welcoming refugees.

When Kim Johnson enters her home after a difficult day at work solace is awaiting in the art she loves.

The best way to show God is still active is by showing that “miracles happen.”

Optimism is high in the pro-life movement as the first Baton Rouge 40 Days Life Spring Campaign was a resounding success, according to organizers.

The Diocese of Baton Rouge’s Women’s Giving Circle culminated its inaugural year May 5 with a Mass and gift presentation luncheon during which $73,000 was distributed among six non-profit organizations.

Father Brad Doyle and Our Lady of Mount Carmel Church parishioner Michelle Garon recently welcomed visitors on the porch of the Catholic Hill and Art gift shop, a gentle breeze providing spring’s last gasp of cool air.

Bishop Michael Duca is pleased to announce the appointment of Mrs. Claire L. Willis as the new Assistant Superintendent of Catholic Schools for the Diocese of Baton Rouge, a position she will assume on 01 July 2022.

Bishop Duca, in consultation with the Clergy Personnel Board, announces the following appointments for the Diocese of Baton Rouge. In addition to new assignments, he also recognizes those who are retiring or have requested leaves of absence.

Archbishop José H. Gomez of Los Angeles, president of the USCCB and Archbishop William E. Lori of Baltimore, chairman of the USCCB’s Committee on Pro-Life Activities, invited the faithful to unite in fasting and prayer