Variety of social programs available for seniors

All Saints
ALGIERS

Trailblazers Senior Ministry

This ministry is designed to meet the needs of senior citizens with opportunities to socialize and obtain valuable information that affects their lives. Meetings are held every second Saturday at 10 a.m. in the Althea Holmes Center, 300 Ptolemy St., New Orleans (behind the church). Chairman: Alvin Griffin, (504) 361-8835.

Divine Mercy
KENNER

The Sociable Seniors

A fun-loving fellowship organization for those 50 years and older, the Sociable Seniors meet on the second and fourth Thursdays of the month at noon. They enjoy refreshments and bingo at each meeting. The Sociable Seniors donate groceries to the St. Anthony Ministry for the needy at Thanksgiving time. If you are interested in joining, call the parish office at (504) 466-5016.

Most Holy Trinity
COVINGTON

Holy Mackerels Club

Seniors gather in friendship, faith and fun. Meetings are held on the first Saturday of the month after the 4 p.m. Mass. Contact Vernon Sprawls at (504) 615-6970.

Our Lady of Divine Providence
METAIRIE

Silver Wings Senior Group

Seniors, 55 years and older, pray together, share information, help others, go to lunch, make local trips and have one major trip a year. Meetings are on the first Tuesday of the month at 10 a.m. Annual membership dues. Contact Janice Tassin at (504) 467-3571.

Our Lady of Prompt Succor
WESTWEGO

• Fatima Rosary Group

Meets every Monday at 4 p.m. at Badeaux Hall or in the church to pray the rosary.

• Legion of Mary

Meets every Monday at 11 a.m at Badeaux Hall to pray for the intercession of the Blessed Mother.

Our Lady of the Lake
MANDEVILLE

Faith and Fun

For the over-50 age group. The objective is to be a community of faith-sharing and fun, to help and care for senior members and to contribute to the welfare of the parish. Members host crawfish boils, picnics, Thanksgiving dinner, Christmas dinner and other events. Meetings are every other month. Dues are $25 per year. Contact Bob Martin at (985) 327-7910.

People Program, Inc.
NEW ORLEANS/ALGIERS

The People Program recognizes the need for creativity, learning, fitness and socialization in a caring environment. This unique community contributes to a sense of well-being and enjoyment for seniors. During the fall, spring and summer sessions, more than 400 members enroll in more than 150 courses including exercise, computer, dance, art, needlework, crafts, games, languages, music and more. The fall and spring semesters are each 15 weeks long, and classes are offered in-person and virtually by Zoom. For a flat membership fee of $200 or $150, you can take as many classes as you’d like at both campuses (Lakeshore campus and Algiers campus). A list of classes and registration forms can be downloaded from the People Program’s website, www.peopleprogram.org. Call (504) 284-7678 for more information.

St. Agnes
JEFFERSON

Boomers and Beyond

Open to seniors ages 50 and over. Meetings are on the second Wednesday of the month at 6:30 p.m. in the Marquette Activity Center (MAC) next to St. Agnes Church. Outings are planned almost every month to many different Louisiana attractions, parks, plays, dinners and cultural events. Meetings also include a small meal. Annual dues are $10. Parishioners from other churches are welcome. Contact the St. Agnes rectory at (504) 833-3366.

St. Andrew the Apostle
ALGIERS

SAGES (St. Andrew’s Gregarious Elders)

Parishioners, 50 years and over, meet on the third Monday of each month at 11 a.m. in St. Andrew Hall to hear a guest speaker. Entertainment, raffles and refreshments are included. Dues are $10 annually. Contact Karen Niklaus at (504) 392-4994.

St. Angela Merici
METAIRIE

Young at Hearts

Membership is open to St. Angela Merici parishioners ages 55 years and older. The goal of the organization is to provide for the spiritual, cultural and social enrichment for each member. Members also support parish activities and programs throughout the year. Meetings are at noon on the first Thursday of the month from September through May at Lakeshore Playground, Meeting Room No. 3 (across from the gym). For more information, contact Darlene Cavalier at darlenecavalier66@gmail.com.

St. Anselm
MADISONVILLE

SAGA (St. Anselm Golden Agers)

SAGA is a social group for those ages 55 and above. SAGA meets once a month on Wednesdays for a luncheon with an occasional guest speaker, at 11 a.m. at a local eatery. Members assist the parish office and church throughout the year. New members are welcome. For more information, contact Iris at (985) 875-2649.

St. Benilde
METAIRIE

Cher Amis

The Cher Amis’ social group is open to people ages 50 years and older. Meets on the second Tuesday of each month, except during the summer. Hospitality and activities, both on- and off-campus, are planned throughout the club year. Contact the parish office at (504) 834-4980.

St. Catherine of Siena
METAIRIE

Prime Time

Prime Time meets on the third Thursday of the month at 1 p.m. for bingo, lunch and discussion. Contact Jerry Alexander, gra10804@gmail.com, (504) 812-4959.

St. Charles Borromeo
DESTREHAN

SCB Grandparents’ Club

Grandparents of St. Charles Borromeo School students and other family members help with fundraising and social activities to benefit the school. Annual dues are $10. Contact the school office at (985) 764-9232.

St. Clement of Rome
METAIRIE

Young Elders

Seniors ages 50 and older meet on the first Wednesday of the month at 2 p.m. in the parish center. Members enjoy spirituality, socializing, refreshments and games at all meetings and occasional luncheons and speakers. They also enjoy a potluck lunch special once a year. Dues are $15 per year. For more information, contact Wendy Rogers, president, at (504) 460-3080.

St. Edward the Confessor
METAIRIE

Hilltoppers

Membership is open to all Catholics, 55 or older. There are monthly luncheon meetings and parish and community activities. Contact Jay Vallelungo at (504) 330-8979.

St. Francis of Assisi
NEW ORLEANS

OWLS Group (Older Wiser Livelier Saints)

The group addresses the spiritual, social and cultural needs of parishioners, ages 55 and older. Members participate in monthly meetings with speakers, day trips, Day at the Races, Oktoberfest and Christmas luncheon. For more information, call Melisa Rey at (504) 227-3766 or email familylife@stfrancisuptown.com. All are welcome, from within the parish or the wider community.

St. Francis Xavier
METAIRIE

SFX Sharing Program

Comprehensive program for community seniors to exercise mind, body and spirit. Members can enroll in a variety of 18 classes, pop-up classes, luncheons, social activities and much more for one fee. The program includes exercise and strength-training classes, French, Internet and cell phone effective use, Louisiana law, senior talks, genealogy, spirituality of the Bible and watercolor painting. Games include barbu, bridge, canasta, gin rummy and three levels of MahJongg. The program includes two semesters (spring and fall) and an abbreviated summer schedule taught by volunteer instructors. Cost for a new member is $55 for a calendar year (dues are not prorated) and $45 for a renewal member. Contact Carol Pritchard at (504) 835-6809 or cpritchard@stfrancisxavier.com

St. Gabriel the Archangel
NEW ORLEANS

Trumpeteers Bingo

Parish and community elders gather every Thursday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. to play bingo with prizes, fellowship together with a light lunch, providing an opportunity for seniors to socialize and meet people with common interests. Contact Velez White at (504) 282-0296.

St. Genevieve
SLIDELL

Golden Age Club

Meets on the second Monday of the month at 1 p.m. Bingo and snacks are provided during meetings. A monthly bus trip helps raise funds for Thanksgiving and Christmas dinners. Contact Claire Crawford at (985) 288-0504.

St. Jerome
KENNER

Seniors are very active, serving as extraordinary ministers of holy Communion, ushers, ministers to the sick and lectors and serve on the Unity and Hospitality Committee as altar servers and in the Altar Society. Call (504) 443-3174 for information.

St. Joseph the Worker
MARRERO

Young at Heart

The ministry is centered on parish life and offers numerous opportunities for spiritual growth, social interaction, intellectual development, community service and fun. Membership is open to anyone age 55 or older or whose spouse is 55 or older. For information, contact Ursula Allen through the parish office at (504) 347-8438.

St. Mary of the Angels
NEW ORLEANS

Young at Heart Bingo

On the third Thursday of the month at noon, play bingo with prizes, have lunch. Group gives seniors a place to meet new people. For more information, call the parish office at (504) 945-3186.

St. Matthew the Apostle 
RIVER RIDGE

JOY Ministry (Just Older Youth)

The JOY Ministry offers monthly activities for those ages 50 and older: Socials, concerts, museum tours, luncheons, retreats, day trips, games, fitness and more. Contact Dianne Varisco at (504) 737-4537.

St. Peter
COVINGTON

• Homebound Ministry

Elderly parishioners who are homebound and unable to attend Mass are brought holy Communion by extraordinary ministers of holy Communion. For information, call the rectory at (985) 892-2422.

• Homebound Prayer Warriors

The homebound of the parish are asked to be committed prayer warriors for the parish with a special intention specified each month, one of which is to pray for all of the parish’s ill or homebound. For information, call the rectory at (985) 892-2422.

• Eleventh-Hour Ministry

When the coordinator of the ministry is informed of imminent or recent death, calls are made to three (or more) of the prayer ministry members who are asked to pray for the dying or recently deceased person. The rosary and the Divine Mercy Chaplet are the most frequently used forms of prayers. For information, call the rectory at (985) 892-2422.

• Young at Heart Ministry

Ministry of the parish whose members 55 and older meet from August through May for social, spiritual and service events that foster family within the parish community. For information, call the rectory at (985) 892-2422.

St. Peter Claver
NEW ORLEANS

SCP Young @ Heart Senior Ministry

This ministry is focused on events and activities that will enhance and encourage spiritual, physical, intellectual and emotional growth in seniors. Monthly meetings are held every first Monday at 2 p.m. in the Ujima Center, 1019 N. Prieur St. Activities include, but are not limited to, field trips, a picnic, guest speakers, movie days, games and an annual Christmas gathering. Membership is open to parishioners 55 years or older. Contact Adrain Francis at (504) 481-0430.

Sts. Peter and Paul
PEARL RIVER

Grand Adults of Sts. Peter and Paul (GASPP)

The objective and purpose of GASPP is to provide social and spiritual activities, such as a potluck on the first Monday of the month.

St. Rita
HARAHAN

• Silver Trotters

A social and service organization for persons 50 and older. The group offers potlucks, socials and bus trips throughout the year. Meetings are held on the fourth Thursday of the month in the school gym at 7 p.m. Contact the church office at (504) 737-2915.

• Grandparents’ Club

The Grandparents’ Club helps grandparents become involved in the lives of their grandchildren through school functions. The group takes field trips, makes baked goods and assists with the St. Joseph’s Day altar. Contact the church office at (504) 737-2915.