Welcome :: Roman Catholic Diocese of Lafayette, Louisiana (Lafayette, Louisiana)

Diocese of Lafayette
1408 Carmel Drive
Lafayette, LA 70501
337-261-5652

- Rite of Election
  
  The process of selecting those catechumens who are considered ready to take part in the next celebration of the sacraments of initiation. (Photo by PC Piazza)
  
  Pro-Life Apostolate
  
  because every life and every breath is God’s gift. “Children too are a gift from the Lord, the fruit of the womb, a reward.” (Psalms 127:3)
  
  Bishop's Services Appeal
  
  As disciples of the Lord, we are called to assist in easing the many physical, intellectual and emotional sufferings that exist within our society.
  
  Catholic Schools
  
  Preparing our children for a moral and professional future.
  
  U.S. Bishops pose for a photo with Pope Benedict XVI
  
  (CNS photo/L'Osservatore Romano)
  
  Building and Renovation
  
  Providing places that God and all his children can call home.
  
  Diaconate
  
  “As each one has received a gift, use it to serve one another as good stewards of God’s varied grace.” (Peter 4:10)
  
  Black Catholic Ministries
  
  Their holocausts and sacrifices will be acceptable on my altar, for my house shall be called a house of prayer for all peoples. (Isaiah 56:7)
  
  Archives: Research and Information
  
  “If you inquire of the former generations, and give heed to the experience of the fathers. . .because our days on earth are but a shadow.” (Job 8:8-9)
  
  Catholic Social Services
  
  A loving choice of adoption— babies placed through Catholic Social Services
  
  Stewardship
  
  “For the Son of Man did not come to be served but to serve and to give his life as a ransom for many.” (Mark 10:45)
  
  Pro-Life Apostolate
  
  Because every life and every breath is God's gift. "Children too are a gift from the Lord, the fruit of the womb, a reward." (Psalms 127:3)
  
  Religious Brothers and Sisters
  
  “For we are his handiwork, created in Christ Jesus for the good works that God has prepared in advance, that we should live in them.” (Ephesians 2:10)
  
  Justice and Peace
  
  Because we all are equal in God's eyes.
  
  Christian Formation
  
  “I place my word in your mouth…to build…to plant…” Jeremiah 1
  
  Marriage and Family Life Ministry
  
  Guiding couples in strengthening their bond with God’s love. “Let mutual love continue. . .Let marriage be honored among all.” (Hebrews 13:1, 4)
  
  Vocations
  
  Nurturing the shepherds of God's people.
  
  Worship
  
  Preserving the sanctity and celebrations of the Catholic faith.
  
  Catholics Come Home®
  
  We are here to help you begin or continue your faith journey, so you can find true peace, happiness and purpose in life.
- Bishop's Services Appeal | Chrism Mass
- Calendar
  Apr 30 - May 18, 2012
  
  Registration for Aquinas Institute Summer Classes has been extended.
  
  Due to a number of requests, registration will be extended until Friday May 18th.
  
  May 17, 2012
  10:00 AM
  
  DRE/CRE Support Group Meeting at St. Joseph Church in Patterson - South Region
  
  May 17, 2012
  6:30 PM
  
  Diocesan Pastoral Council meeting
  
  May 19, 2012
  10:00 AM
  
  Transitional Diaconate Ordination at Cathedral of St. John the Evangelist
  
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- Bishop Michael Jarrell
- Mass Times
- How To Report Child Abuse
- Acadiana Catholic
- News
  Eucharistic Marriage Program coming to St. Pius X
  
  May 22, 2012
  
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  Student loan debt may prevent many U.S. Catholics from entering religious orders
  
  by Jerry Filteau, National Catholic Reporter
  
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