The Diocese of Baton Rouge supports again a special collection for the Catholic Home Missions Appeal. Nearly half of our country is considered mission territory. This appeal helps our brothers and sisters here in the United States who do not have access to basic pastoral services like Mass, the sacraments, and religious education. Through your support, the Catholic Home Missions Appeal helps these mission dioceses form vibrant faith communities and strengthens the Church at home. Please be generous.

Today, we remember those patriotic heroes who nobly gave of themselves, even unto death, for a purpose they believed was greater than themselves. May the souls of all the faithful departed, through the mercy of God, rest in peace. The Catholic Life Center Campus will be closed Monday, May 26 in observance of Memorial Day!