Calendar - August 21, 2021

EVENTS

EUCHARISTIC REVIVAL, “Unmask the Answer,” Catholics of all ages will discover over 12 weeks how to draw closer to Christ in the Eucharist, beginning Aug. 22, 7:30 p.m., “Where is God?” with a eucharistic procession; Sept. 12, 7:30 p.m., “Why Worship?” with eucharistic adoration; Oct. 3, 7:30 p.m., “Do I Need Jesus?” with a reconciliation service; and Nov. 7, 7:30 p.m., “Christ the Answer,” with Mass. Divine Mercy Church, 4337 Sal Lentini Pkwy., Kenner. Details: Dylan Mitchell, [email protected], (504) 466-5016, bit.ly/3jQzaJM.

UNIVERSITY OF HOLY CROSS, late registration for the fall 2021 semester will be Aug. 23-30. In-person, online and hybrid learning options are available for the upcoming semester. To register, visit www.uhcno.edu.

ARCHDIOCESE OF NEW ORLEANS, special prayer service for racial healing, Aug. 25, 6 p.m., Transfiguration of the Lord Church, 5621 Elysian Fields Ave., New Orleans. Sponsored by the archdiocesan Racial Harmony Commission and St. Dominic’s St. Martin dePorres Society. For details,  livestream information and discussion questions, visit nolacatholic.org/racialhealing.

ENCOUNTER SCHOOL OF MINISTRY will hold a Summer Intensive Institute, Aug. 27-30, St. Joseph Church, 255 North 8th St., Ponchatoula. This nonprofit ministry offers a two-year curriculum of Catholic spirituality. Linda Dangerfield, a parishioner of Ascension of Our Lord in LaPlace, is the new director. Registration deadline for the next session is Sept. 10. For details or to register, visit: encounterschool.org/neworleans.

ARCHDIOCESE OF NEW ORLEANS RETREAT CENTER (THE CENACLE), presents monthly, day-long gatherings facilitated by Matt Rousso and Father Doug Doussan. Sept. 7, “Let Us Dream: The Writings of Pope Francis.” Cost is $20; a gift certificate will be given toward the purchase of Pope Francis’ books. Call (504) 267-9604. Also, will host its first “Scripture and Sips,” Sept. 15, 6:30-8 p.m. It’s a socially distanced opportunity to get a taste of Scripture – this one is on wine and wisdom exploring John 2:5, the wedding at Cana – while enjoying wines in a relaxed atmosphere. 5500 St. Mary’s Street, Metairie. Register at bit.ly/3lVO7wK. The next Scripture and Sips will be Oct. 20.

ST. BENILDE, “Moses: A Bible Story Adventure for the Whole Family,” a free DVD presentation. Follow Moses as he leads God’s people toward the Promised Land, Sept. 13, 7-9 p.m, St. Benilde cafeteria, 1901 Division St., Metairie. Light snacks and refreshments. Details: Val Hebert, [email protected], (504) 427-0327.

OUR LADY OF LOURDES, Slidell, will host a live presentation by Scott Weeman, author of “The 12 Steps and the Sacraments: A Catholic Journey Through Recovery,” Sept. 14 at 6 p.m. in the church. Presentation is not just for Catholics but for all affected by or afflicted with substance abuse or addiction. Also, on Sept. 21 at 6 p.m., Mary Lou McCall will speak on recovery. Contact Deacon Warren Berault at (985) 774-6923.

THEOLOGY OF THE BODY FOR TEENS, training for principals, teachers, priests, catechists, youth/campus ministers and anyone who works with students in grades 6-12, Sept. 15-17, CYO Youth and Young Adult Ministry building, 2241 Mendez St., New Orleans, next to Transfiguration of the Lord Church. Sponsored by Dumb Ox Ministries. Register at bit.ly/2TYkDCK.

MAGNIFICAT, Metairie chapter breakfast, Sept. 18, 9 a.m.-noon with guest speaker Daughter of St. Paul Sister Jacqueline Jean-Marie Gitonga from the Pauline Books and Media Center. Hilton Airport, 901 Airline Drive, Kenner. Tickets are $27 and on sale through Sept. 15. Call Jane Margarvio at (504) 884-6152.

LORD TEACH ME TO PRAY (LTMTP), “Weekend of Prayer,” Sept. 23-26, Airport Hilton, featuring Archbishop Emeritus Alfred C. Hughes, Father Patrick Mary Russell, Jesuit Father Joseph Laramie, Dominican Father William Scott Daniels and Carol Weiler. Registration, $170, includes six meals. Register at bit.ly/3yv1eIJ or call (504) 439-5933. For room reservations, call 1-800-872-5914 and ask for LTMTP rate.

HISPANIC APOSTOLATE, Black & White Gala Sept. 24, 7-11 p.m. (doors open at 6:45 p.m.), honoring Father Pedro Nuñez, who has retired after 44 years of service to the Hispanic community. Magnolia Plantation, 818 Elmwood Park Blvd., Harahan. Proceeds benefit the St. Thomas Aquinas School Aid Fund. Details, call (504) 467-2550.

ST. LOUIS IX ART SOCIETY, inaugural Catholic Art Showcase, Sept. 26, 1-4 p.m., Notre Dame Seminary’s Schulte Auditorium, 2901 South Carrollton Ave., New Orleans. A gallery-style exhibit of work of six society artists in various mediums and styles, works by invited clergy and seminarians. A presentation by Jordan Haddad, Ph.D. (cand.) on Catholicism and art, and a panel discussion with the participating artists. Admission is free, but goodwill donations will be accepted at the door. Co-sponsored by Notre Dame Seminary and the society whose membership is open to makers and appreciators of Catholic art. Details: [email protected].

GOD’S SPECIAL CHILDREN, 17th annual anniversary Mass, Oct. 10, 2 p.m. St. Francis Xavier Church, 444 Metairie Road, Metairie. Celebrants: Archbishop Gregory Aymond, Father Mike Mitchell, pastor of Our Lady of Divine Providence, and Father Raymond Igobidi, pastor, St. Christopher the Martyr in Metairie. Some members will receive their first Communion and others will be confirmed. Depending on the pandemic, a reception may follow.

KUDOS

LOYOLA UNIVERSITY NEW ORLEANS, College of Music and Media has selected Dr. Sheryl Kennedy Haunel as its new director of the school of communication and design. Dr. Haydel has taught at eight universities, including Tulane, Xavier and Dillard. Most recently, she taught strategic communications and public relations as the G. Lee Griffin Distinguished Assistant Professor of Public Relations at Louisiana State University Manship School of Communication.

KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS, several chapters in the Archdiocese of New Orleans recently received the top recognition as a Star council, recognizing overall excellence in growing membership, promoting Knights of Columbus insurance benefits, sponsoring Catholic faith formation programs and volunteering at service-oriented activities.  Ascension of Our Lord KC Council 9623, also earning the No. 1 KC Council in the state of Louisiana because of its programs to help the elderly, youth, homebound families and fundraisers for families in need like those hit by hurricanes Laura and Delta in southwest Louisiana; St. Catherine of Siena Council 12686 in Metairie. The 4th Degree Knights of Columbus Harry Tompson S.J. Assembly at Mary Queen of Peace Church in Mandeville earned an award for excellence in religious education. It named Supreme Knight Don Sustendal its Knight of the Year for his work with the Assemblies Chalice Program for needy priests.

OTHER​​​​​​​

CARMELITE NGO is seeking financial support to help get vaccines, masks and medicine  to women who have been rescued from sex trafficking by its ministry “Agape Leona” in Zimbabwe. Local Mount Carmel Sister Jane Remson said the ministry provides counseling and job training to women to help them rebuild their lives. The majority of the 80 women at Agape Leona have COVID. (It is reported that only 1.5% of Africans have been vaccinated.) Help by making checks payable to Carmelite NGO and mail to 1725 Gen. Taylor St., New Orleans, LA 70115. For details, visit CarmeliteNGO.org.