Pope Francis delivered an extraordinary Urbi et Orbi (To the City [Rome] and the World) Blessing to an empty St. Peter's Square on Friday, March 27, from the balcony of St. Peter's Basilica. The Holy Father granted a special indulgence under the normal conditions for those watching the blessing via social media.

LAKE CHARLES — The Diocese of Lake Charles will continue to stream Bishop Glen John Provost’s private Mass at 9:30 a.m. on Sundays from the Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception while public Masses are suspended. The Bishop's Mass will also be televised on KPLC from 9:30 a.m. to 10:00 a.m.

March 25, 2020
The Solemnity of the Annunciation of the Lord

My dear people of God, 

As we continue to heed medical and government advice to help keep our parishioners safe from COVID-19,  so many have expressed their sincere gratitude for our televised Mass on Sunday and the many parishes that are offering Masses, Way of the Cross, Adoration, prayers and guidance and other spiritual opportunities through the use of technology.  This allows parishioners to be reminded that this medical emergency is occurring during the Season of Lent when we are called to devote ourselves to prayer, fasting and almsgiving. 

There are a number of priests throughout the diocese streaming Masses on their church parish websites and/or Facebook pages. Below are links to some. (NOTE: This listing is being updated regularly. Please check back often for the latest information.)

The offices of the Diocese of Lake Charles remain open to allow for the continuance of necessary services during this difficult time of the COVID-19 outbreak. Hours of operations have been modified, however, during the "stay-at-home" order issued by Gov. John Bel Edwards on March 23.