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CCD (Communion Classes) will begin on Sunday, August 16th at 9:40-10:45 AM. If you have a child who needs their First Holy Communion, you need to call the office and register as soon as possible. (It is a two year program-so they must have had catechism classes last year). Jr. Youth Class this year is for any grade children on Sunday morning of the Coffee Social only. No need to register for Jr. Youth.

The Church Office will be closed on Thursday, July 30th.

Women's Bible Study starts back up, Wed. August 26th from 6-7 PM. If you would like to come early and join us for the Social Hour @ 5-6 PM. The book is 'Keeping in Balance' from Walking with Purpose Catholic Women's Bible Study. You can order your book on www.walkingwithpurpose.com Meetings will be at Laurie Bell's Office @ 972 Washington St. Park in the back of the building under the carport. Feel free to call Laurie @ 985-515-1360 for more details. ***If you are new to the program you can join a virtual group @ calendly.com on the Walking with Purpose Website. Start with the book titled "Opening Your Heart." ****

A parish donor has offered to match dollar for dollar on all donations for a new lawn mower.  Please earmark all of your donations ‘NEW LAWN MOWER’.

Mark your calendars now! CYO will start back up on Wednesday, September 9th from 6-7:30 PM. All 7th graders-12th graders are encouraged and welcome to come!

Stop by the office or call Renee @ 985-630-1121 or office @ 985-839-4040 ASAP. You can also sign-up using the QR code found in the bulletin!

Who is God placing on our heart? On Aug. 16th, Catholics throughout the Archdiocese of New Orleans will celebrate Welcome Home Sunday, Archbishop Checchio is inviting each of us to personally invite one person to Mass that weekend. This week, begin with prayer, Ask the Sacred Heart of Jesus to place someone on your heart- a family member, friend, coworker, neighbor, or someone who may be searching for hope, healing, purpose, or a deeper relationship with God. One invitation can change a life. #WelcomeHomeSunday #SacredHeart #NOLAcatholic #ComeandSee

Please call the office or Renee to let her know if you'd like to join the ministry of teaching!!

If you or anyone you know are in need of sacraments or inquiring about becoming Catholic, please join us on Sunday, Aug. 16th at noon. WE also need a couple of people to join the OCIA Teaching Crew! You would only need to teach a couple of lessons. WE NEED YOU!!!!!

Congrats again to Mike and Tammy Payne, and Laura Zeringue! Also, to all those who have received the award in the past. Your service to the Church does NOT go unnoticed! May God Bless you all!

Coffee with Christ – Men’s Scripture & Coffee Gathering Men of the parish are invited to join us for Coffee with Christ, a weekly time of fellowship, prayer, and reflection on Scripture. We will meet every Friday from 6:00–7:00 AM in the Church Hall. Start your day with a hot cup of coffee, meaningful discussion, and time spent growing closer to Christ alongside other men of the parish. All men are welcome. Come as you are and bring a friend! We look forward to seeing you there. Cade Babin @225-290-5572 or Wilfred Barry @ 225-278-8935 for more details!

Following 9 AM Mass each Thursday, there is a Holy Hour. Come spend some quiet time with Jesus to refreshen your soul. He WAITS for you!

Congratulations to Laura Zeringue and Mike and Tammy Payne on being honored with the St. Louis Medallion. This special recognition is given to parishioners who have demonstrated outstanding service, leadership, and dedication to their parish and community. We are grateful for their faithful commitment and the many ways they share their time, talent, and love in service to our parish family. Please join us in congratulating Laura, Mike, and Tammy on this well-deserved honor.

This year, Riley Bettencourt received the award for Outstanding Altar Server. We are so proud of you , Riley!

If you would like to become a Lector, please call the office.

If you would like to help in this ministry, please call the office for more details @ 985-839-4040.

We are looking to train more Altar Servers. If you have a child in the 3rd grade or higher, and would like to served in this ministry. Contact the office for more details at 985-839-4040.

Check out this amazing ministry for anyone dealing with a loved one with Dementia. https://dementiarosary.com/

Every 3rd Sunday of the month, following the 8:30 mass, the Knights of Columbus will lead us in a rosary in the prayer garden. Please join us!

Our parish's charitable outreach arm, the Friends of St Francis, find themselves very hard-pressed for funds right now. Utility bills are spiking, leading to many.many.many calls for aid, more than usual! Please be as generous as you're able. To ensure your gift goes where you intend it, **please write your check to Friends of St Francis, NOT to Holy Family.** Thank you for your sacrificial giving.