In Pope Francis' encyclical "Laudato Si'," he repeatedly declares that we are morally obligated to justly meet the needs of the world’s poor and vulnerable, and link them with the needs of our common earth home.

Pope Francis' continuing series of talks on St. Joseph from Dec. 15.

Sweet early Christmases - the innocence of welcoming baby Jesus.

It's easy to write about sports with the gift of 20-20 hindsight. What if you had to predict what will happen a year from now? Check out this attempt.

Message from Archbishop Aymond for Christmas 2021

Christmas 1914: "The truce also allowed opposing sides to retrieve their dead and participate in joint services. ... when enemies became brothers!"

You've heard of "The Golden Rule." See how "The Silver Rule" – first, do no harm – has everything to do with overturning Roe v. Wade.

" ... and we light a rose candle as a symbol for joy – that the Savior is almost here." - Archbishop Aymond

"According to a recent U.N. report, Afghanistan is on a 'countdown to catastrophe without urgent humanitarian relief.'” - Tony Magliano, Making a Difference

"Turning attention to gratitude, even for just a brief moment, lifted the mood and offered a chance for reflection on something higher than one’s self." - Dr. Heather Bozant Witcher

When Abby Douglas, 9, was killed by a drunk driver, her family was buoyed by the emotional and spiritual support they received from the St. Ann Parish and School community.

Archbishop Gregory Aymond gives his personal summary and reflections of the November 2021 meeting of the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops.

The Clarion Herald celebrates “The Gift of Priesthood” with the following reflection from Father Brice Higginbotham of the Diocese of Houma-Thibodaux.

"(The) Holy Father’s challenge in Laudato Si’ (calls) us to exert public pressure “to bring about decisive political action." - Tony Magliano

Women who experience infertility often feel they have nowhere to turn to discuss their disappointment, anxiety, frustration and even anger. A Dec. 3-4 retreat may help.

Archbishop Gregory M. Aymond, shepherd of the Roman Catholic Archdiocese of New Orleans, expresses gratitude for God's ever-present love as Thanksgiving approaches.

Patrick Anthony Andonie, who died of COVD in August, had a heart of others, and his father and best friend want that legacy to continue.

"Am I so stuck in my ways that I do not allow for growth in certain areas of my life?" - Gavin Lewis