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Many parishes in the Archdiocese of New Orleans offer bereavement groups or grief support ministries to help individuals after the death of a loved one.

The Clarion Herald asked Heather Veneziano, director of public engagement and development for New Orleans Catholic Cemeteries, to shed light on the sometimes confusing topic of historic tomb restoration.

The following information is the most recent available for church weddings at various parishes in the Archdiocese of New Orleans. Contact the parishes to schedule your wedding date and for the churches’ wedding guidelines. This is not a comprehensive list.

Wedding money-saving ideas from TheKnot.com.

"St. Paul warned us, 'Those who marry will have worldly troubles' (1 Cor 7:28). ... But all of marriage’s 'trouble' is because of its richness." -- Christopher O'Neill, Marriage and Family Life

The Clarion Herald's Back to School section offers a sampling of hopes for the 2022-2023 school year from school leaders.

Ursuline Academy senior Natalie Garner writes about her summer experience at Loyola's FaithActs program.

School's back and so are school zones, so take it slow and protect our children! Here's info for all civil parishes of the Archdiocese of New Orleans.

Having joined the Academy of the Sacred Heart in 2021 as interim head of school, Dutil is pleased to continue in the excellent work underway in its "Rosary Renewal" campaign.

Pope Francis has endorsed suggestions for a yearlong “marriage catechumenate” drafted by the Dicastery for Laity, the Family and Life. The dicastery’s “Catechumenal Itineraries for Married Life,” a document released in Italian and Spanish by the Vatican, was released June 15.

With it and through God, all things are possible, “in sickness and in health!” - Deacon Gautrau

Catholic Counseling Services' intent is to accept clients where they are and assist them in achieving their desired goals.

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

Throughout the Archdiocese of New Orleans, seniors can enjoy many activities.

“Eternal bliss may be a distant goal, but you don’t have to wait until you get to heaven to enjoy your precious life. You can begin right now, in the bright and beautiful promise of eternal happiness.” -- Fr. John Catoir

On July 24, the church will celebrate the second annual World Day of Grandparents and the Elderly.

"Christopher Closeup": Harry Connick's faith was also shaped by (New Orleans), the city in which he was raised, and by his Catholic schooling.

The way to the wedding altar can be harrowing, but if everyone keeps their eyes on what's most important – God – and not the problems, it is easier.