Ben de Boisblanc, who died Aug. 6, was born with special needs, and his life of prayer and dedication to the Mass brought everyone he met closer to Jesus.

Since suicide is a tragically sad occurrence throughout the world, let’s examine both global and U.S. facts and ways to help prevent suicides.

Lisa Janusa shares her experience at a recent retreat in Luling centering on the "Flame of Love Movement" of the Immaculate Heart of Mary.

Milestones in early childhood bring much enjoyment, such as Dr. Witcher's morning car rides with the vocals of her two 4-year-olds and sometimes her 2-year-old joining in.

"The Catholic Church recognizes God at work in the world and in other people, he said. Its vision, and its heart, is as expansive as the sky over the Mongolian steppe." - Pope Francis

Deacon Keith Strohm had a major conversion in college, and his life has been devoted to helping Catholic priests and parishioners enhance discipleship.

The U.S., according to the Small Arms Survey has the highest rate of guns per person in the world ... the only nation with more guns than people.

"While God knows our heart, it’s still essential for us to acknowledge our sins and repent." - Jenny Dendinger

"No one teaches you in the school of life the paradox of motherhood – the holding close; the letting go." - Dr. Heather Bozant Witcher

Pope Francis: Our Lady of Guadalupe and other recognized Marian apparitions show clearly how evangelization does not require complicated plans.

Guest commentary on the March 5, 2023, story in the Times-Picayune "Growing in Fear: Increasing number of interstate shootings sows alarm in New Orleans"

The Cenacle on the Lake in Metairie is offering Ignatian silent retreats to women – similar to the retreats men have been flocking to at Manresa for more than a century.

Father Jeffrey Montz recently underwent surgery to remove a brain tumor, and he is grateful for the thousands of people who are praying for his recovery.

"As true prophets, we are always called, to the very best of our ability, to both speak and act as Jesus would." - Tony Magliano

Of all the moments at World Youth Day in Lisbon, 18-year-old Katie Mahl was struck most by the silence of 1.5 million Catholics in eucharistic adoration.

The phone calls to the Sister Servants of Mary never stop because families need help caring for their sick loved ones. Now, lay people are extending the sisters' caring mission.

There's been no other time in history that human life, animal life, plant life, ocean life, life in all forms, and the earth which sustains life, is coming under such fierce human attack.

With a few more days before the kids get back to school, why not take time to get some systems in place that will foster peace and tranquility in your home?

Pope Francis’ intention for August is for World Youth Day Aug. 1-6 in Lisbon: We pray the World Youth Day in Lisbon will help young people to live and witness the Gospel in their own lives.

"The Catholic Church is blessed with over 130 years of outstanding social justice and peace documents authored by popes, Vatican Council II, world synods of bishops and national conferences of bishops." - Tony Magliano