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Read the Diocese of Baton Rouge's report on all of the diocesan synods which took place in the beginning of 2022. The report was compiled by Fr. Jamin David, Vicar General & Moderator of the Curia.

It is my hope that this decision will provide our states’ governments legal framework, motivation, and momentum to pass laws and create services to protect and support both the life of the mother in need and the life of the innocent unborn child. 

In consultation with the Clergy Personnel Board, Bishop Michael Duca makes the following appointments effective 01 July 2022.

It is with great hope and excitement that on this Solemnity of Corpus Christi I announce, in union with the other Bishops of the United States, the beginning of the National Eucharistic Revival, a three-year initiative that aims to renew the Church by rekindling a living relationship with Jesus Christ in the Eucharist.

In consultation with the Clergy Personnel Board, Bishop Michael Duca makes the following appointments effective 01 July 22.

Bishop Michael Duca is pleased to announce the appointment of Mrs. Claire L. Willis as the new Assistant Superintendent of Catholic Schools for the Diocese of Baton Rouge, a position she will assume on 01 July 2022.

Bishop Duca, in consultation with the Clergy Personnel Board, announces the following appointments for the Diocese of Baton Rouge. In addition to new assignments, he also recognizes those who are retiring or have requested leaves of absence.

Archbishop José H. Gomez of Los Angeles, president of the USCCB and Archbishop William E. Lori of Baltimore, chairman of the USCCB’s Committee on Pro-Life Activities, invited the faithful to unite in fasting and prayer

A place called "Mary, Queen of Apostles Chapel" has opened on Poche Road in Ponchatoula, within the territory of the Diocese of Baton Rouge. It falsely claims to be a Catholic place of prayer, and as such, Bishop Michael G. Duca has issued the following statement.

The Diocese of Baton Rouge’s Women’s Giving Circle culminated its inaugural year May 5 with a Mass and gift presentation luncheon in $73,000 was distributed among six non-profit organizations. The Women’s Giving Circle seeks to promote philanthropy that glorifies God, empowers women and compels action. The organization’s goal is to minister to the needs within the Diocese of Baton Rouge and their patron saint, St. Katharine Drexel.

The leak related to the U.S. Supreme Court case of Dobbs v. Jackson Women’s Health Organization reminds us of the urgent need for prayer and action at this pivotal moment in our country’s history.

God speaks through a variety of mediums, perhaps none as stunningly beautiful as Catholic art. Through artwork, God’s self-revelation and salvation history is communicated, said Jordan Haddad, co-founder of the St. Louis IX Art Society (SL9), said.

The Hispanic Apostolate held its reenactment of the Passion on Good Friday in the parking lot of St. Pius X Church in Baton Rouge. Hispanic community members participate in the reenactment, which is always emotional and heart-wrenching, as well as one of the most spiritually moving in the area. Photo by Richard Meek | The Catholic Commentator

Bishop Michael Duca is pleased to announce the appointment of Dr. Mary Patricia “Pattie” Davis as the new Superintendent of Catholic Schools for the Diocese of Baton Rouge, a position she will assume on June 1, 2022. Since 2019, Dr. Davis has been the President and CEO of the Mt. St. Mary Academy and Foundation in Little Rock, Arkansas.

Bishop Michael G. Duca leads the rosary at St. Joseph Cathedral in Baton Rouge on March 25. The bishop joined Pope Francis in praying an Act of Consecration to entrust Russia and Ukraine to the Immaculate Heart of Mary at St. Joseph on Friday, the solemnity of the Annunciation of the Lord. Following the rosary, Bishop Duca made the consecration. Priests throughout the Diocese of Baton Rouge prayed the rosary at their respective churches at 10:45 a.m., joining Bishop Duca in the unity of prayer. Photo by Richard Meek | The Catholic Commentator 

Bishop Michael G. Duca will join Pope Francis in praying an Act of Consecration to entrust Russia and Ukraine to the Immaculate Heart of Mary at St. Joseph Cathedral Friday, March 25, 2022, the solemnity of the Annunciation of the Lord.

WASHINGTON –  New Roads native Bishop Shelton J. Fabre of the Diocese of Houma-Thibodaux has been appointed archbishop of the Archdiocese of Louisville, Kentucky. Pope Francis accepted the resignation of Archbishop Joseph E. Kurtz, 75, from pastoral governance of the Archdiocese of Louisville and appointed  Bishop Fabre as his successor. 

Bishop Michael G. Duca announced the appointment of Father Jamin David as Vicar General and Moderator of the Curia for the Diocese of Baton Rouge in a letter addressed to priests, deacons and the Catholic Life Center Community on Jan. 28.

The Diocese of Baton Rouge will host its annual Catholic Schools Week celebration January 30 to February 5, 2022.

Bishop Michael G. Duca addressed more than 30 people who braved frigid temperatures and the threat of wintry weather Thursday night to attend the first of nine listening sessions responding to Pope Francis’ call to engage in a synodal process titled “Toward a Synodal Church” Communion, Participation, Mission.” The majority of those in attendance at St. Margaret Queen of Scotland Church in Albany commented on the synod’s three sections, and Bishop Duca offered his thoughts at the end of the gatherings. Photo by Richard Meek | The Catholic Commentator