April 20, 2025
To the Faithful of the Diocese of Lake Charles:

His Excellency Bishop Glen John Provost celebrated the Mass of Chrism with the priests of the Diocese on Wednesday, April 16, in the Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception. At this Mass, customarily in Holy Week, the Bishop blessed the holy oils to be used throughout the year for sacramental celebrations in the Diocese of Lake Charles. He addressed his homily to the priests and offered the following reflection:

Couples Take Time to Keep Christ
at Center of Marriage

By Pamela Seal
Diocese of Lake Charles

MOSS BLUFF — Ali and Matt Kethman signed up for Together in Holiness months in advance of the April 5 marriage enrichment day at Camp Karol. They have learned in their five years of marital bliss that marriage is an evolving commitment that requires communication, self-reflection, and most importantly, prayer.

Community Generously Supports Growing Ministry for the Poor

By Pamela Seal
Diocese of Lake Charles

LAKE CHARLES — The return of the Catholic Charities of Southwest Louisiana Jazz Brunch was welcomed by 240 supporters on Laetare Sunday, March 30, at the Historic Cash & Carry, generously donated by Rick and Donna Richard. Laetare is Latin for rejoice, and there was plenty of rejoicing going on.

From a silent auction with competitive bidding, a delicious brunch provided by Roderick Stutes and Occasions, to entertainment by professional saxophonist Marcus Davis and His Excellency Bishop Glen John Provost on the keyboard, the joyful event was a huge success in large part to the charitable support of many in the community.

By Pamela Seal 
Diocese of Lake Charles

LAKE CHARLES — Immense joy filled the Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception as Hunter Thomas LaRocca was ordained to the Sacred Order of Deacon on Saturday, March 29, 2025, by His Excellency Bishop Glen John Provost.