CCRNO to host Fresh Fire Aug. 29

Fresh Fire 2020, a gathering for those desiring refreshment and empowerment in the Holy Spirit, has been adapted because of circumstances dictated by the COVID-19 pandemic.

20th Sunday in Ordinary Time: ‘Send her away’

Today’s readings spur me to think about our family becoming white.

Abp. Aymond: Mary’s Assumption into heaven ‘shows us how to die’

Archbishop Gregory Aymond said the Blessed Mother shows us how keep one eye focused on the earthly life and the other eye on heaven.

COVID-19 challenges didn’t halt St. Aug video action

When the coronavirus interrupted in-classroom learning in mid-March, it also put a temporary halt to school extracurriculars.

Tulane has taken next step with upgraded personnel

In a radio interview last week, Tulane director of athletics Troy Dannen said the Green Wave no longer had Conference USA talent, but American Athletic Conference talent.

Procession celebrates Assumption, pleas for end of coronavirus

On Aug. 15, the sixth annual Fete-Dieu du Teche, a 40-mile eucharistic procession by boat and on foot along the Bayou Teche in the Lafayette Diocese...

Catholic bishops’ president offers a prayer during virus

Holy Virgin of Guadalupe, Queen of the Angels and Mother of the Americas, we fly to you today as your beloved children.

Confirmation catechists should ‘accompany’ students

Colin MacIver’s years in youth ministry have taught him what it takes to engage teens in the Catholic confirmation preparation process.

It’s OK for us as parents not to have all the answers

"Jesus wept." It’s known as the shortest verse in the English Bible, and yet it says a lot.

For Catholics, ‘Jesus 2020’ is the forever ticket

"Jesus 2020." That’s the sign my neighbor proudly displayed on her lawn this week.

Holy Cross scat back Earl Schneider had speed to burn

Under the tutelage of Coach Lou Brownson, Holy Cross had produced a bevy of All-Prep running backs...

High schools’ reopening plans: Fluidity is the key

The Clarion Herald asked high schools in the Archdiocese of New Orleans to report on their reopening plans for the 2020-21 academic year.

Renters’ rights unveiled at Catholic Charities’ talk

With livelihoods lost due to the COVID-19 crisis now affecting individuals’ ability to pay their rent, Catholic Charities Archdiocese of New Orleans (CCANO) hosted a virtual, bilingual session...

St. Luke to present Zoom discussion series on race beginning Sept. 15

The online discussions will be guided by the USCCB's 2018 pastoral letter on racism

Complicated crossings: Pandemic has not stopped migration

The coronavirus pandemic has complicated the situation of migrants and refugees, but it has not stopped people from seeking safety and a better life abroad...

No need to cry!

It was a watershed moment at St. Ann School as the academic year opened Aug. 6 with a few tears and great care.

Pivot goes viral in schools’ COVID transition defense

At his core, De La Salle High school president Paul Kelly is a basketball coach who knows the value of straight talk with his players...

Our Lady of the Lake window reflects hope

The scene captured in a dazzling new stained-glass window in Our Lady of the Lake Church’s adoration chapel will have special significance to the faithful of St. Tammany Parish.

2020-21 academic year will have challenges, opportunities

I’ve been in constant contact with Dr. RaeNell Houston, who is the executive director of Catholic Education and Faith Formation in the Archdiocese of New Orleans.

Prep football season delayed until Oct. 9

LHSAA executive director Eddie Bonine announced Aug. 5 that the start of the 2020 prep football season is now scheduled for the second week of October, which would normally be the sixth week of the regular season.