Videos and photographs released April 3, after Russian troops retreated from Bucha and other towns, showed bodies in the streets and in the yards of homes.

From a series of talks by Pope Francis dedicated to the meaning and value of “old age” and focused on the role of memory and personal witness in handing down the faith.

"This Lent, it seems easier to be conscious of how quickly things change. In addition to the personal reality of ever-changing and quickly-growing children, the world around us is also changing." - Dr. Heather B. Witcher

Archbishop Gregory Aymond prays, and we join in his prayer, for perseverance and patience, comfort and peace, lifting to God everyone affected by the recent EF-3 tornado.

The surge in deadly carjackings in New Orleans begs the question: Why exactly are we allowing this? It's a citizens' wake-up call.

"Our foundation is what matters: the earth, the home, the foundation that we provide. That’s what will remain and endure." - Dr. Heather Bozant Witcher

"The death-dealing, heartbreaking suffering caused by President Putin’s brutal war against the Ukrainian people reveals yet another deadly pandemic: war!" - Tony Magliano

Msgr. William Bilinsky, a Ukrainian Greek Catholic Catholic priest living in the Archdiocese of New Orleans, relates his memory of his time in 1991 as a translator for then-retired Archbishop Philip Hannan in Ukraine.

Relief contributions for Ukraine can be sent directly to the Archdiocese of New Orleans, 7887 Walmsley Ave., New Orleans, LA 70125, or given to their church parishes. We will acknowledge those contributions and send it to the Catholic bishops of Ukraine, who will know best what their needs are.

" ... in Pope Francis’ words the 'diabolical and perverse logic of weapons' ... are far from the will of God (see: https://bit.ly/3CaoOgp)." - Tony Magliano

We commit to being comfortable celebrating Mardi Gras; so also, our willingness to celebrate our Lord and Savior during Lent is a special spiritual celebration to enliven our souls.

Adorable view from the inside watching her toddler grow. - Dr. Heather B. Witcher

Father Pedro Nuñez was so nervous about public speaking in the seminary that he asked classmates to pinch-hit for him. Now he's known around the world for his powerful witness.

"Please join me in prayer for the people of the Diocese of Houma-Thibodaux and also for Archbishop Fabre." - Archbishop Aymond

Charlie Myers didn't talk much about himself. But when he died Feb. 6 at the age of 99, the stories flowed about how he was a champion for civil rights far ahead of his time.

"For the sake of all Afghans, like it or not, there needs to be a committed comprehensive plan to bring the Taliban into the international community ..." - Tony Magliano, Making a Difference

"I prayed and asked that God protect my child and all the children who were marching for the lives of the unborn." - Kim Roberts, NOLA Catholic Parenting