There is No Need for Them to Go Away; Give Them Some Food Yourselves

by Fr. Manuel Solorzano, O.P.

18th Sunday in Ordinary Time Matthew 14:13–21 August 2, 2026

God–Given Gifts

by Stacy LaMorte

NOLA Catholic Parenting blogger/columnist Stacy LaMorte offers ideas to feel closer to the Holy Spirit.

Where are you going? High School Men Ask Life-Changing Question at Discernment Retreat

by Kim Roberts

Pope Leo’s July prayer – ‘For Respect for Human Life’

by Tony Magliano

A Q&A With Archbishop James Checchio

by Catholic News Service

The Cross We Cannot See

by Vivian Marino

NOLA Catholic Parenting blogger/columnist Vivian Marino learns a valuable lesson about helping others carry their cross, if only for a short while.

Living Liturgically: The Feast of St. Mary Magdalene

by Living Liturgically

Today is the Feast of St. Mary Magdalene. Pope Francis elevated the liturgical celebration of St. Mary Magdalene from an obligatory memorial to a full Feast on the Catholic calendar in 2016. Celebrated annually on July 22, the elevation honors her as the "Apostle to the Apostles" for her critical role as the first witness to the Resurrection.

Whoever Has Ears Ought to Hear

by Fr. Manuel Solorzano, O.P.

16th Sunday in Ordinary Time Matthew 13:24-43 July 19, 2026

Forgiveness is God’s Ultimate Supernatural Love

by Lisa Janusa

NOLA Catholic Parenting blogger/columnist Lisa Janusa finds inspiration in the Lord's Prayer.

Notre Dame Seminary on a Mission to Form Lay Hearts and Minds

by Kim Roberts

While Notre Dame Seminary in New Orleans has been forming priests for more than 100 years, they have a mission to form the hearts and minds of laity as well. The seminary’s Institute for Lay Ecclesial Ministry (ILEM) is currently offering enrichment and formation opportunities for lay men and women who serve the church in various roles and are interested in learning more about Catholicism and topics relating to the Catholic faith.

Ministry Work Leads Teacher to Write Children’s Books About Following God’s Plan

by Kim Roberts

In a world that can be confusing and offer mixed messages, local author and teacher Aimee MacIver is asking two simple questions in her new children’s books. Released May 13 by Ascension Press, “What Kind of Girls Does God Make?” and “What Kind of Boys Does God Make?” were both written by MacIver who credits her 25 plus years of teaching and ministry work with the church as her inspiration for the books.

Michael Delaney: Through all Things Christ Strengthens Me

by Kim Roberts

Eighteen-year-old Michael Delaney is currently training for one of the biggest competitions of his life, and then, he’s preparing to train to be a priest.

A Letter from Archbishop Checchio on the SSPX Excommunications

by Archbishop James Checchio

Having heard that the Priestly Fraternity of Saint Pius X consecrated four new bishops this week against the explicit will of our Holy Father, Pope Leo XIV, and with disregard of his public cries for unity and his prior request for them to not proceed with the consecrations, I was truly disheartened. Whenever there is division in the Church, the entire body of Christ is affected. “If one part of the body suffers, all the parts suffer with it,” (1 Cor. 12:26)

Our Blessed Mother Makes a Way

by Jerussa Levy

NOLA Catholic Parenting blogger/columnist Jerussa Levy is thankful her son had the opportunity to visit Medjugorje, thanks to the aid of Mother Mary, while he was backpacking through Europe.

Archbishops Are Called to Build Unity, Serve the Truth in Charity, Pope Says

by Carol Glatz/Catholic News Service

According to the Vatican, 35 archbishops from 19 countries who were named over the past 12 months received the palliums. Four of them were from the United States: Archbishop Mark S. Rivituso of Mobile, Alabama; Archbishop Ronald A. Hicks of New York; Archbishop James R. Golka of Denver; and Archbishop James F. Checchio of New Orleans.

Pope Leo pays Tribute to Venerable Geneticist Dr. Lejeune – Tireless Defender of the Unborn

by Tony Magliano

Mysteries of Priesthood

by Charla Misse

NOLA Catholic Parenting blogger/columnist Charla Misse regularly includes priests in her daily prayers, petitioning for their protection and strength and is incredibly thankful for these holy men.

Parishioner's Devotion Returns Crowning Glory to Our Lady of Prompt Succor Statue

by Kim Roberts

For years a statue of Our Lady of Prompt Succor has stood in an alcove to the left of the altar of Most Holy Trinity Catholic Church in Covington. Standing approximately 5 ½ feet tall, the statue, which was donated by St. Teresa Church in New Orleans, received an upgrade on May 31 during the parish anniversary celebration thanks to a dedicated parishioner with a particular devotion to Our Lady of Prompt Succor.

Loyola University New Orleans Announces Strategic Leadership Hires

by Communications

Official Appointments

by Communications

On June 16, several area priests began their new ministerial assignments. Click through to learn where they will be ministering to the faithful of the Archdiocese of New Orleans.