Independence Day Blessings!
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“All the nations you have made shall come to bow before you, Lord, and give honor to your name.For you are great and do wondrous deeds; and you alone are God”
(Psalm 86:9-10).
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CYO groups from across the archdiocese will converge upon St. Angela Merici’s schoolyard July 26-27 to mount an overnight pro-life fundraiser featuring lighthearted hourly themes, friendly competition and midnight Mass. The Friday-night-through-Saturday-morning celebration will benefit three local pro-life agencies: the Woman’s New Life Center, ACCESS Pregnancy Centers, and Rachel’s Vineyard.
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With Hurricane Season upon us, Notre Dame Health System's Executive Director Wayne Plaisance shares important tips learned from nearly 30 years of experience in health care for caring for and helping our area elderly "plan for the worst" this hurricane season.
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We're on a break!
With the summer vacation season upon us, Women in Witness is taking a break too. We'll be back with more stories of extraordinary women working in ministry for the people of God in New Orleans in September. Until then, feel free to search our archived videos, watch them again, and share them with friends and colleagues because the messages of faith, trust, service, and love of God are truly inspiring!
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Worried about your children? Place them under the protection of St. Joseph with this prayer
O glorious St. Joseph, to you God committed the care of His only begotten Son amid the many dangers of this world. We come to you and ask you to take under your special protection the children God has given us. Through holy baptism they became children of God and members of His holy Church. We consecrate them to you today, that through this consecration they may become your foster children. Guard them, guide their steps in life, form their hearts after the hearts of Jesus and Mary.
St. Joseph, who felt the tribulation and worry of a parent when the child Jesus was lost, protect our dear children for time and eternity. May you be their father and counsellor. Let them, like Jesus, grow in age as well as in wisdom and grace before God and men. Preserve them from the corruption of his world, and give us the grace one day to be united with them in Heaven forever. Amen.
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As a ministry of the Archdiocese of New Orleans, Catholic Counseling Service provides ongoing support to our local community through affordable quality counseling with a unique perspective that upholds the richness of our Catholic faith. Understanding that each person has God-given dignity and inherent goodness, we accompany our clients on their journey towards healing and change. To speak with someone or to make an appointment please call Catholic Counseling Service at (504) 861-6245 or email us at CCS@arch-no.org. Appointments are available day or evening, and all inquiries are completely confidential.
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The Vatican has issued a statement reaffirming the "inviolability" of the confidentiality of confession, and saying political pressure in this regard is a breach of religious liberty. The Vatican document did not create any new rule but reaffirmed this long-standing teaching of the church regarding the seal of confession and called on church leaders to defend the seal even if it means great cost.
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Newman was a 19th century theologian, poet, Catholic priest and cardinal. Originally an Anglican priest, he converted to Catholicism in 1845 and his writings are considered among some of the most important Church-writings in recent centuries. Indian Sister Marian Thresia, Italian Sister Giuseppina Vannini; Brazilian Sister Dulce Lopes Pontes, and Marguerite Bays, a Swiss consecrated virgin will be canonized alongside Newman.
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As it has done for over 100 years, Catholic Charities USA supports local agency efforts to provide compassionate and professional care to meet the immediate, intermediate and long-term needs of immigrants and refugees. While respecting the laws to maintain our national security, CCUSA will continue to advocate for a humane response to those seeking safety within our borders.
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Check out what's coming up at our parishes, schools, and ministries with our online Calendar of Events
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