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Choosing to accept the mercy of God in our lives

Celebrating the gift of Jesus in the Eucharist

Let Mary's 'yes' inspire us to follow God's call in our lives

Archbishop Shelton Fabre bids farewell to the people of the Diocese of Houma-Thibodaux.

Bishop Shelton J. Fabre named Archbishop of Louisville, KY

As followers of Christ we should be aware that we are called to a much deeper love than just romantic love, a love that is rooted in denial of self for the benefit of another.

Every three to four years, a number of bishops from around the world gather in Rome to discuss a particular topic at the "Synod of Bishops."

Advent means coming or arrival, and the season invites us to reflect upon and to prepare for the coming of Jesus Christ to us

The Lord wants to comfort us in this time difficult time in our diocese.

There are many concerns for us to join in prayer together as we enter into the month of September.

The USCCB's Committee on Doctrine has begun the drafting of a teaching document on the Eucharist.

Progression through the stages of life involves the necessary components of advancing psychologically, emotionally and spiritually.

For many of us, the summer brings about a different pace of life. Transitions often present challenges, particularly in our spiritual lives.

During the month of May we continue in the final weeks of the Easter season. Hopefully our rejoicing in the Risen Lord is as robust and joyful as it was on Easter Sunday.

Easter Sunday always ushers in a season of joy. This year in particular because we are able to celebrate this great feast with our parish families.

Understanding how your prayers and gifts offered in the ABA impact so many of our people is important to us.

We enter into this Lent on February 17 with many struggles playing out before us in our country and in our hearts.

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.

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.

The beginning of November invites us to pray for our dead and the end of November encourages us to approach God with thankful hearts.