Upcoming events around the Diocese of Lake Charles and beyond:

APRIL 2026   

Saturday, April 18: Christ the King dinner / auction
LAKE CHARLES — Christ the King Catholic Church is hosting “A Night at the Movies” for its annual Live/Silent Auction and Dinner on Saturday, April 18, at the VFW Post 2130 on Lake Street. Doors open at 5:00 p.m. for silent auction bidding, appetizers and wine. Meal provided by the Pronia’s family will be served at 6:00 p.m. followed by live auction.
 
Tickets are $50 per person. Whether you come as you are, or dress up as your favorite movie character, be sure to call the church office at 337-478-0213 to purchase tickets.

MAY 2026  

Friday, May 1: St. Joseph the Worker Day
LAKE CHARLES — Saint Henry Catholic Church will celebrate Joseph the Worker on Friday, May 1. The evening will begin with Mass at 5:30 p.m., followed by the Blessing of vehicles in the church parking lot. There will be a chance to visit the the parish’s newest building, the St. Joseph Youth house at 6:10 p.m., followed by a viewing of “The Hobbit” movie at 6:15 p.m.
 
In the St. Henry Catholic Church Community Center, people can gather to enjoy International food, be entertained by the St. Henry Folkloric Ballet, see a short performance of the “Carpentry of St. Joseph,” listen to English and Spanish music, hear bilingual testimonies about St. Joseph, and receive a blessing for jobs by Father Trey Ange.

Pope Pius XII instituted the feast of St. Joseph the Worker in 1955 to emphasize the dignity, meaning, and value of human work in the eyes of God, and to give all laborers a model of virtue as well as a heavenly intercessor and protector.
 

Saturday, May 2: Spring Market at St. Theresa
CARLYSS — Spring is in the air at St. Theresa of the Child Jesus Catholic Church, 4822 Carlyss Drive. All are invited to Spring Market 2026 on Saturday, May 2, from noon to 7:00 p.m. Highlights include local vendors, handmade goods, arts & crafts, and fun & food for the whole family. Tickets are also available for boiled crawfish. For more information, call the church office at 337-583-4800.  

Saturday, May 9: St. Pius X Golf Classic
KINDER — Help support St. Pius X Catholic Church by participating in the Knights of Columbus Charity Golf Tournament set for Saturday, May 9, 2026, at Koasati Pines Golf Club in Kinder. Shotgun Start begins at 8:00 a.m. Registration options include: $600 – 4-Person Team; $150 – Individual Players; $100 – Sponsor Hole Sign. Register by May 1, 2026. Cash, card, and check accepted. Visit www.spx.church/golf to sign up!
 

Sunday, May 17: Ladies Luncheon
RAGLEY — Tickets are on sale for “Created & Covered in Color & Style,” a ladies luncheon presented by Kristy Wood and Christine Bruno. The event will take place on Sunday, May 17, from 12:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m., in the St. Pius X Catholic Church Hall, 16816 Highway 171. Tickets are $40 per person and include lunch and one prize drawing entry. Proceeds benefit the St. Pius X Capital Campaign.

Come dressed in your favorite season, learn the science behind color theory, and explore the beauty of the vibrant colors God has created. For more information, contact Kristy Wood at 337-304-1440.

Saturday, May 30: ‘Bingo, Bubbly, & Brunch'
LAKE CHARLES — The St. Louis Catholic High School Foundation is calling all ladies! Gather your best girlfriends and gear up for an unforgettable adventure with “Bingo, Bubbly, & Brunch” on Saturday, May 30, at 11:00 a.m.! The crowd-favorite event is returning to the St. Louis Pavilion on the corner of Kirkman and Ninth streets, and it promises to be bigger and better than ever! Get ready to win amazing prizes and exciting gifts that will leave you buzzing with joy! This is your chance to create lasting memories filled with laughter and fun. Plus, every ticket sold helps support a fantastic cause—funding a scholarship through the St. Louis Catholic Foundation.
 
Don’t let this opportunity pass you by. Email Ashley Ivey-Atkins at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. with any questions. Scan the QR code for ticket info or visit https://www.slchsfoundation.org/events-bingo!
 

SAINT CHARLES CENTER 

D.E.E.P. RETREATS
• Women — Wednesday, April 15, through Saturday, April 18, 2026
• Teen — Wednesday, July 8, through Saturday, July 11, 2026
• Women — Wednesday, November 11, through Saturday, November 14, 2026

For more information or to register, contact Saint Charles Center at 337-855-1232.

GRIEF TO GRACE RETREATS
Grief to Grace - Healing the Wounds of Abuse is a five-day spiritual and psychological retreat program for anyone who has suffered degradation or violation through physical, emotional, sexual, or spiritual abuse. It is appropriate for those who have endured sexual abuse, rape, incest, or other forms of traumatic violation in childhood, adolescence, or as an adult. It is also suitable for those who have suffered abuse by a member of the clergy. Upcoming retreat dates are:
• 2026: Tuesday, April 21 through Saturday, April 25
• 2026: Tuesday, September 15 through Saturday, September 19

For more information or to register, contact Mrs. Marjorie Long at 337-489-2473.

RACHEL’S VINEYARD RETREATS
Rachel's Vineyard weekends for healing after abortion are offered throughout the year in locations across the United States and Canada, with additional sites around the world. Rachel’s Vineyard is a ministry of Priests for Life. Upcoming retreats at Saint Charles Center are:

• 2026: Friday, November 6 through Sunday, ​November 8

For more information or to register, contact Mrs. Marjorie Long at 337-489-2473. 

TRUE PRESENCE RETREATS
The True Presence Retreat emphasizes the powerful effect of the Sacraments, contains frank and open sharing, and offers loving service to every retreatant. Additionally, the retreat incorporates from the very beginning, strong catechesis of key points of the Catholic Faith with special emphasis on typology of the Word, and the core reality of Christ's Real Presence in the Eucharist. Upcoming retreats are:

True Presence Retreats in 2026: 
Women: May 14 - 17
Men: Spanish: September 24 -27
Women: December 10-13

To Register: Call the Saint Charles Center during business hours Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m to 4:30 p.m., at 337-855-1232. 

OFFICE OF VOCATIONS

 
• QUO VADIS — June 26-28, 2026: Young men, ages 16-25 who are open to God’s Will, are invited to join the seminarians, priests, and other young men from the Diocese of Lake Charles for a time of prayer, talks, and recreation at Camp Karol, 1087 Bozo Road in Moss Bluff. Registration is available beginning March 25.
 
 

ONGOING

Communal First Saturday Devotions at Cathedral
LAKE CHARLES — Communal First Saturday Devotions to Our Lady of Fatima with the intention of making reparation to the Immaculate Heart of Mary will be offered on the first Saturday of each month at the Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception, 935 Bilbo Street. Schedule includes: 7:20 a.m. – Devotion Prayers; 7:30 a.m. – Rosary; 8:00 a.m. – Mass, receive Holy Communion; 8:30 a.m. – 15-minute meditation on the Mysteries of the Rosary. 
 
Although confession will not be available before Mass, one can make a good confession eight days before or after with the intention of offering reparation for the offenses against Our Lady’s Immaculate Heart, provided you are in the state of grace upon receiving Holy Communion.
  
Eucharistic Adoration in St. Bernadette Oratory
LAKE CHARLES — The Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception will have Eucharistic Adoration in the St. Bernadette Oratory on Fridays during the school year — each Friday following 7:00 a.m. Mass until 8:00 a.m. Everyone is invited to come and spend time with our Lord and pray for the protection of our children and safety of our families.
 
Holy Hour of Reparation at IHM
LAKE CHARLES — A Holy Hour of Reparation is held weekly on Thursday night, 11:00 p.m. to 12:00 midnight, at Immaculate Heart of Mary Church, 2031 Opelousas Street. This is the hour in which Our Lord agonized over our sins in the Garden of Gethsemane. It is the same hour prescribed by the Sacred Heart of Jesus to St. Margaret Mary: “Make reparation for the ingratitude of men. Spend an hour in prayer to appease divine justice, to implore mercy for sinners, to honor Me, to console Me for My bitter suffering when abandoned by My apostles, when they did not WATCH ONE HOUR WITH ME.”
 
'Together for Life' marriage prep classes
LAKE CHARLES — “Together for Life,” the marriage preparation day hosted by the Office of Marriage and Family Life, announces dates for classes through July 2026: Classes scheduled are May 16, June 13, and July 11. For more information, contact the Office of Marriage and Family Life at 337-439-7400 ext. 220, or email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..
 
Melchizedek Project: Vocation discernment groups
The Melchizedek Project hosts meetings for young men in high school and college in an environment where they can freely consider God's plan in their life. The vocation discernment groups meet bi-weekly, and food will be provided. For more information on meeting times and locations, visit http://lcvocations.com/discernment-groups
 
Adoration/Divine Mercy at Saint Charles Center
MOSS BLUFF — Deacon Brian Soileau, director of Saint Charles Center, presides over Eucharistic Adoration and Divine Mercy at 7:00 p.m. every Tuesday in the Chapel of the Assumption. Saint Charles Center is located at 2151 Sam Houston Jones Parkway. Please check the Saint Charles Center website calendar, Facebook, or call the office at 337-855-1232 to check for change of venue due to retreats during the week or some unforeseen situations.
  
Religious Sisters of Mercy monthly gathering
LAKE CHARLES — Join the Religious Sisters of Mercy for a small group ENDOW study on St. John Paul II's Letter to Women. The group study, for single women ages 18-35, meets on the first Tuesday monthly for dinner and discussion at the Sisters’ convent, 1414 Martha Street. ENDOW (Educating on the Nature of and Dignity of Women) seeks to educate women toward are more profound understanding of their God-given dignity through study in small groups of faith and friendship. Please contact the Religious Sisters of Mercy to register or for more information: Call 337-564-0030 or email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..