The Vatican Formally Asks Louisiana To Clear Death Row
The Vatican’s office of the Pontifical Academy of Life stressed the church's opposition to the death penalty.
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Louisiana Priest Encourages Parishioners to Forgive Vandals
The police department in Lockport, Louisiana, are asking for the public's help in finding the vandals responsible for decapitating a statue of Jesus Christ. Priest encourages parishioners to forgive.
Benedict XVI, Reluctant Pope Who Chose to Retire, Dies at 95
In 2013, Benedict announced that he would become the first pope in 600 years to resign.
Only Documented Miracle in the U.S. Is in St. Landry Parish
The Academy of the Sacred Heart holds a very special honor.
Behind-The-Scenes: Abbeville's St. Mary Magdalen Church
Father Richard opened St. Mary Magdalen church to give you and me a thorough tour, including the bell and clock tower.
8th Annual Fête-Dieu du Teche Announces Date of Celebration
The Annual Fête-Dieu du Teche is coming up on Monday, August 15, 2022, from 8 am to 6 pm.
Tabasco Sauce Part of the 'Last Supper'? One Area Church Says Yes
An urban myth gets put to rest by this Catholic Church in Parks, Louisiana.
Retired Pope Asks Pardon for Abuse, But Admits No Wrongdoing
Benedict was responding to a Jan. 20 report from a German law firm.
Pope Says People Who Choose Having Pets Over Kids are 'Selfish'
Pope Francis spoke with the general public at the Vatican on Wednesday and he had some choice words for those who have pets instead of children, taken from the Vatican transcript of the speech.
Pope Francis on Sex Out of Marriage - 'Not the Most Serious Sin'
According to reports, Pope Francis recently referred to sex outside of marriage as, "not the most serious sin".
Vatican's Stance on Vaccine: 'Duty to Pursue the Common Good'
According to the Vatican, you have a moral duty to protect the health of yourself and the health of those around you.
If You’re Catholic, You Can Eat Meat This Friday Thanks to St. Joseph
Incase you didn't know, today is St. Joseph's Day, and that means you actually can eat whatever you want including meat. Here's why...
The Vatican Announces Catholic Church Cannot Bless Same-Sex Unions
The Vatican has made its stance on same-sex unions clear.
Lake Charles Bishop Recovering From COVID-19
Provost says his doctors told him he must remain vigilant.
LISTEN: Blue Rolfes Discusses Ash Wednesday Modifications
The Diocese of Lafayette spokesperson also discusses other changes and goings-on in the Diocese of Lafayette.
Bishop Deshotel Urges Acadiana Catholics to Wear Masks
The Bishop has penned an open letter to the Catholic community explaining his reasoning.
Lafayette Diocese to Open Churches at 25% Capacity
Arrangements are being made to welcome the faithful back to church thanks to changes in the state's Stay-at-Home order.
Bishop Makes Common Sense Mass Changes during Coronavirus Scare
According to the Catholic Diocese of Shreveport, Bishop Francis Malone sent out a memo with suggestions for congregants at any Mass in the diocese.
Boy Scouts of America Filing for Bankruptcy
Under bankruptcy proceedings, organizations are able to halt lawsuits and then get a deadline under which people must file claims.
Saints Helped Shape Accused Clergy List, Victim Lawyers Say
Attorneys suing the church allege hundreds of confidential Saints emails show the team actively helping decide “which names should or should not” be included in the archdiocese's list of credibly accused clergy.