• Eucharistic procession was public witness to faith
    Eucharistic procession was public witness to faith
    A eucharistic procession is something we’ve done for several years and also something many church parishes across the Archdiocese of New Orleans have done for many years on Corpus Christi Sunday, the Solemnity of the Body and Blood of Christ.
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  • Death of George Floyd an ‘unconscionable’ tragedy
    Death of George Floyd an ‘unconscionable’ tragedy
    The death of George Floyd is indeed a very sad tragedy. We pray for his eternal rest in God’s kingdom and consolation for his family and friends.
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  • Archbishop Aymond to deacons: Be men of prayer and charity
    Archbishop Aymond to deacons: Be men of prayer and charity
    Archbishop Gregory Aymond delivered the following homily Saturday, May 16, at the Mass for the Ordination of Deacons at St. Louis Cathedral.
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  • Parents, teachers and students have shown perseverance
    Parents, teachers and students have shown perseverance
    I’m sure it’s more difficult to teach virtually than it is to teach in the classroom. I’ve heard some teachers say that. And, it’s certainly difficult for parents to homeschool their kids when that is something they’re not accustomed to.
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  • Archbishop Aymond: ‘God, help my unbelief’
    Archbishop Aymond: ‘God, help my unbelief’
    ​​​​​​​This has been a challenging time for all of us, which leaves us at times with more questions than answers.
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  • Abp. Aymond: God has opened a church in every home
    Abp. Aymond: God has opened a church in every home
    If someone asks you to describe yourself, what word would you use? It would be something that is deep down in your heart.
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  • Abp. Aymond: Sit with the Risen Lord at the empty tomb
    Abp. Aymond: Sit with the Risen Lord at the empty tomb
    On Easter Sunday, Archbishop Aymond asked those watching the Mass on TV from St. Louis Cathedral to place themselves at the empty tomb and accept the Lord Jesus' loving affirmation...
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  • ‘Historic’ Easter can shine Christ’s light on us all
    ‘Historic’ Easter can shine Christ’s light on us all
    This Easter will be historic in the life of the Catholic Church in the United States.
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  • Archbishop Aymond calls for Day of Prayer and Fasting
    Archbishop Aymond calls for Day of Prayer and Fasting
    In your first “private” Mass at St. Louis Cathedral on the Feast of St. Joseph, you reflected on the Holy Family and the challenges they went through...
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  • Archbishop: All Masses canceled
    Archbishop: All Masses canceled
    In light of the announcements from President Trump and Governor Edwards today, effective immediately, public Mass cannot be celebrated. Priests may celebrate Mass privately.
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  • Spiritual direction can help us discern God’s will
    Spiritual direction can help us discern God’s will
    ​​​​​​​Lent is a time when many Catholics examine their spiritual lives and try to do something that will deepen their faith.
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  • ‘Safe Haven’ Sunday focuses on family relationships
    ‘Safe Haven’ Sunday focuses on family relationships
    As we enter into the Lenten season, God calls us to an honest, grace-filled assessment of our weakness and sins.
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  • Conversation with God is a good start to Lent
    Conversation with God is a good start to Lent
    On Ash Wednesday, we will begin our 40-day Lenten journey.
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  • Human-trafficking conference: Knowledge is power
    Human-trafficking conference: Knowledge is power
    The Archdiocese of New Orleans’ Respect Life Office sponsored a major human trafficking symposium last Saturday....
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  • Married for 25 years? You’re a blessing to the church
    Married for 25 years? You’re a blessing to the church
    The Archdiocese of New Orleans has for decades held a Golden Wedding Anniversary celebration for couples who have been married for 50 years....
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  • Youthful feet ‘March for Life’ of the unborn in D.C.
    Youthful feet ‘March for Life’ of the unborn in D.C.
    It’s so impressive to see our young adults – mostly students in their high school years – give witness to their Catholic faith by coming to the march in growing numbers year after year. Their commitment to Jesus inspires me in my own teaching ministry....
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  • Catholic Education Enriches The Mind And The Soul
    Catholic Education Enriches The Mind And The Soul
    The annual Catholic Schools Week celebration will be held across the country Jan. 26-Feb. 1. How important are Catholic schools to the fabric of our community? I consider Catholic schools a vital ministry in the church, particularly in the Archdiocese of New Orleans. It’s an awesome bit of history to....
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  • Pray And Work That We Can Be A Peaceful People
    Pray And Work That We Can Be A Peaceful People
    I was very pleased to see that the murder rate in New Orleans is the lowest it has been in decades. At the same time, I am concerned because the number of murders has increased in other areas of our archdiocese. Our concern as a loc.....
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  • God has pitched his tent with humanity
    God has pitched his tent with humanity
    by Site Administrator
    I’m very happy to wish a very, very blessed Christmas to you and to all those you hold in your heart. As we celebrate the birth of the Lord Jesus, we are mindful that God became one of us. God took on human flesh. He is Emmanuel. God is with us. This Lord Jesus has taken up dwelling in your heart, in your family, in your home, in all that you do – and he walks with you.
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  • Talking to Pope Francis is like talking to a brother
    Talking to Pope Francis is like talking to a brother
    by Site Administrator
    What was your ad limina visit to Rome and your meeting with Pope Francis and Vatican officials like? It was a spiritually moving experience. “Ad limina” literally means “to the threshold” of the apostles, so we as bishops prayed before the tombs of St. Peter and St. Paul, who were great leaders of the Church and surrendered their lives as martyrs.
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