Archbishop Gregory Aymond reminds the Young Church that Easter is a season – not just a single day – in which Catholics are encouraged to spread the Good News of the risen Christ.

" ... new book using the same guidelines but with additions to the title and content from a Catholic perspective." - Peg Hensler, associate director, Marriage and Ministries, Diocese of Trenton, New Jersey

April 15, 2023 Second Sunday of Easter John 20:19-31

" ... even at his lowest point, through the love of Christ, he could help others." The next Beginning Experience weekend will be April 28-30.

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Eva Jacob Barkoff provides tips for brides to select flowers within their budgets.

In a reflection for the Clarion Herald's Bridal section, Victoria Donze thanks the people who encouraged her during preparations for her marriage to Chris DiBenedetto.

An eight-episode video series produced by The Vigil Project – "Meaning of Music" – will shine a light of Catholic devotional and liturgical music across the milennia.

DePaul Community Health Centers are expanding healthcare services in the New Orleans area by building three larger sites.

Religious of the Sacred Heart Jan Dunn, who taught in Sacred Heart schools in Louisiana, Missouri, Nebraska, New York and Texas, died on March 27 in Houston.

Dr. Ansel Augustine reflects on the joyful life and presence of the late New Orleans Auxiliary Bishop Fernand Cheri.

Archbishop Gregory M. Aymond reflects on our celebration of the Easter season.

The crime was unthinkable: John Charles' only daughter Lauren was murdered by her estranged husband. Now, the De La Salle teacher says the Holy Spirit has protected him.

" ... spring has become an exciting season. It’s the season of renewal and growth." - Dr. Heather Bozant Witcher

"As we contemplate the Resurrection ... let us be comforted and empowered by the fact of faith that we serve an awesome God ..." - Tony Magliano

New Orleans Catholics have a tradition of walking to and praying at nine churches on Good Friday. here's a map to help plan your route.

Brocato provides a sampling of the tri-parish area (Orleans, Jefferson and St. Bernard) that comprises Greater New Orleans.

Last month, nearly 400 Catholic schoolchildren in grades 3-7 were immersed in the Lenten practices of prayer, sacrifice and almsgiving within a festive and educational environment of games and crafts.

A local family gets chance of a lifetime – celebrating Mass on Ash Wednesday with Pope Francis at the Basilica of St. Sabina on the Aventine Hill in Rome.