On Nov. 18, Archbishop James F. Checchio will be formally welcomed to his new office as Coadjutor Archbishop of New Orleans. So, what's a coadjutor archbishop and who is Archbishop Checchio? Keep reading to learn more!
After spending years talking to parents and studying the research about the effects of social media on children, St. Catherine of Siena School in Metairie has implemented a new school-wide social media policy with a goal of keeping their students safe online and forming them into digital disciples.
Have you ever wondered why the priests and deacons wear such funny and colorful clothes (called vestments) on the altar? Have you ever wondered why they wear these vestments? Keep reading to learn more!
Saint Giuseppe Catholic Medical Association seeks to form and support Catholic medical professionals. A White Mass with Archbishop Aymond will be celebrated November 16 at St. Louis Cathedral.
How many times has your mom or dad or teacher prayed to St. Jude for you? After you read this installment of Kids' Clarion on Saints Jude and Simon, apostles and friends of Jesus, you might want to think about changing your ways from being an impossible cause! Keep reading to learn more!
Clarion Herald Staff Writer, Kim Roberts is the great, great, great niece of Saint Bertilla, on her mother’s (Mary Jo Ferrara’s) side and had the honor of traveling with her immediate family several years ago to visit Vicenza, Italy and the final resting place of the Saint. The Sisters of Saint Dorothy gave them a tour of the chapel containing Saint Bertilla’s tomb and the school and buildings on the property. It was an experience none of the family will forget.
The above ground cemeteries of New Orleans are iconic. Rich in symbolism, the so called “Cities of the Dead” feature above ground tombs bearing the names of New Orleans families dating back nearly 300 years. Despite the wear and tear of three centuries of heat and humidity, these historic and sacred spaces remain beautiful attractions, and in several cases, are receiving special attention to ensure the New Orleans Catholic Cemeteries remain intact for generations to come.
This year’s theme, “Missionaries of Hope Among the Peoples,” was chosen by Pope Francis before his death, and now takes on renewed significance under his successor, Pope Leo XIV. The new Holy Father—formerly a missionary bishop in Peru—is the first pope in modern history to have served most of his priestly life in mission territory.
In every church, there is a special chair where the priest or bishop sits. This chair is called the presider’s chair. That chair isn’t just a place for the priest to sit. It reminds us of Jesus! The word presider means “the one who leads.” Curious to learn more? Keep reading!