Deacon Rich Eason wrote the book, “Spiritual Excellence: The Path to Happiness, Holiness and Heaven,” to share how he enriched his Catholic faith in hopes it would help others do the same.

"A Catholic wedding in a Catholic Church is a powerful expression of faith." - Christopher O'Neill

" ... the pope said that the care of the elderly is “fundamental” for society, for the church and especially for future generations." -- Pope Francis

The Clarion Herald will have full coverage of the June 25 ordination of 16 men to the permanent diaconate in its July 9 issue as well as immediate coverage at www.clarionherald.org and on the Clarion Herald’s Facebook page. The 10 a.m. Mass of Ordination on June 25 will be carried live by WLAE-TV and livestreamed at www.nolacatholic.org.

New Orleans Saints and Pelicans president Dennis Lauscha, a 1987 graduate of Jesuit, says caring for the community has been a bedrock value for both franchises.

My prayer would be that people truly would understand what it means not to be a distraction to others in such a sacred moment. -- Archbishop Aymond

The Vaticans has designated St. Stephen Church on Napoleon Avenue in New Orleans as a minor basilica. A Mass of Thanksgiving will be celebrated June 28 at 6 p.m.

Dominican Padre Manuel Solorzano presents his homily in Spanish for the weekend of June 18-19.

Elementary students at Prompt Succor Catholic School in Chalmete stand out at graduation.

Tewnty incoming students earn academing scholarships.

Opportunities for college scholarships given to several St. Mary's Dominican students.

Isabelle Anderson, Camille Truxillo, Maddie McGuire, co-captian Ashley Barron and captain Elizabeth Mobley from St. Mary's Dominican recently won Academic Games awards at the League of America National Tournament held in Knoxville, Tennessee.

Four teachers who taught current Cabrini high students were honored May 4 as "Distinguished educators."

Graduated senior Mia DiGiovanni and rising senior were named "poets of the Year" by the National English Honor Society

Global hunger is a real disaster for too many families so please consider donating to Catholic Relief Services today.

St. Mary’s Academy presents its inaugural Venerable Henriette Delille Youth Leadership Institute for girls entering eighth through 12th grades on July 19-21. Deadline for registration is July 8.

The June 10 Mass for Life called on local faithful to pray – and act – on behalf of the unborn and their parents.

Great concern for her children's future safety is expressed by young adult columnist Dr. Heather Bozant Witcher over recent national violence.

Junio 12, 2022 Solemnidad de la Santísima Trinidad Juan 16: 12-15