The weather reports inform us that the Sabine River will crest at approximately 30 feet this weekend.  We are certainly keeping an alert watch for our brothers and sisters to the west.

What was left of Harvey’s eye passed over Carlyss very early this morning.   Father Luke reported minimal damage.   As a matter of fact, there was a morning Mass at St. Theresa’s!    The deans and many pastors continue to keep us informed of developments.

We are closely monitoring the approach of Harvey to the coast.   Authorities tell us that thus far water has not entered the churches in Cameron Parish.   We will know more following Harvey’s landfall sometime Wednesday.

Following revised weather forecasts, a mandatory evacuation has been ordered for Cameron Parish.  Therefore, once more the clergy will evacuate that area, along with their parishioners.

LAKE CHARLES -- Catholic Charities of Southwest Louisiana is currently accepting disaster supplies from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. daily at 1225 Second Street.

First, I wish to express the concern of everyone in the Diocese of Lake Charles for the victims of Hurricane Harvey in neighboring Texas.   Our prayers and support, especially through the good services of Catholic Charities of Southwest Louisiana, will be with them in the weeks and months ahead.