During this January 2021, perhaps unlike any other year in recent memory we all have probably longed for a new beginning! As we begin this New Year amidst ongoing challenges, we all know in faith that there is no greater renewal opportunity that God has given to us than Jesus Christ.
What about those who want to confess to God only? I have a friend whose teenage son, born and raised a Catholic, has decided he doesn’t have to go to confession anymore. He feels he can just confess his sins to God. What do you think of this?
Bishop Shelton J. Fabre, in consultation with the priests' personnel board, has announced the following pastoral appointments, effective January 15, 2021.
Editor’s Note: In the coming months, Bayou Catholic magazine will feature eight guest columns by local priests, highlighting a different chapter of Pope Francis’ new encyclical Fratelli tutti, while exploring the importance of fraternity and friendship in society.
A lot of people are concerned that Christmas has become too commercial and that the religious significance has been taken out of the celebration. Taking a look at the symbols of Christmas reveals that Christ is everywhere!
At the beginning of the season of Advent, we are invited to pray and reflect on the fact Jesus will come again at the end of time. The second part of Advent focuses on preparing again to celebrate the first coming of Jesus in his historical birth.