News & Press - Diocese of Lake Charles

Pope Benedict XVI Honored During Memorial Mass

By Pamela Seal
Diocese of Lake Charles

LAKE CHARLES — The Diocese of Lake Charles joined thousands around the world in honoring the late Pope Emeritus Benedict XVI on January 5, 2023, the same day he was laid to rest in the grottos of St. Peter’s Basilica in Rome. The former pontiff died at the age of 95 on December 31, 2022.

Bishop Provost’s Christmas Message 2022

“And suddenly there was a multitude of the heavenly host with the angel, praising God.” Luke 2:13

Diocese Reacts to News of Pope Benedict's Death

By Pamela Seal
Diocese of Lake Charles

The death of Pope Emeritus Benedict XVI on Saturday, December 31, 2022, has given many in the Diocese of Lake Charles a chance to reflect on the impact the German-born pontiff had on their lives in one way or another.

Diocese Will Host 'Festival of Nations' to Celebrate Epiphany

By Pamela Seal
Diocese of Lake Charles

LAKE CHARLES — The Diocese of Lake Charles will host “Festival of Nations: Celebrating the Epiphany of the Lord” on Saturday, January 7, 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m., at Immaculate Heart of Mary Catholic Church. With a special focus on the National Eucharistic Revival, the event will offer families an opportunity to embrace traditions of other countries, but more importantly, to come together to adore the Lord.

Statement from Bishop Provost on Death of Pope Benedict XVI

December 31, 2022
Statement from Bishop Glen John Provost:
On the Passing of Pope Emeritus Benedict XVI

Pope Emeritus Benedict XVI has returned to His Lord. As a man of faith, a scholarly teacher, and a keen observer of world events, this servant of God understood the sweep of history and our place within it.

Our Lady of Guadalupe Celebration

The Most Reverend Glen John Provost, Bishop of Lake Charles, celebrated the Feast of Our Lady of Guadalupe on Monday, December 12. The bilingual celebration was held at St. Henry Catholic Church in Lake Charles. The Mass commemorates the appearance of Mary to the Mexican peasant Juan Diego in 1531. The celebration is hosted by St. Henry Parish and the Hispanic Ministry of the Diocese of Lake Charles.

Joining Bishop Provost for the celebration were Very Rev. Matthew Cormier, V.F., Pastor of St. Henry; Rev. Joseph Caraway, Parochial Vicar of St. Henry; Very Rev. Ruben Buller, Pastor of the Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception; Deacon Josue Canelo and Deacon Patrick Hebert, both of St. Henry; and Deacon Joshua Page, a seminarian studying at Notre Dame Seminary in New Orleans for the Diocese of Lake Charles. Also assisting were Vianney House residents, Logan Guillot and Cameron Fontenot.

Following Mass, the Guadalupe Dancers led a procession to a dinner featuring Hispanic and American cuisine, music, dancing, and a pinata. Our Lady of Guadalupe, pray for us!

Enjoy some photo highlights from the Mass. More photos can be viewed on the Roman Catholic Diocese of Lake Charles Facebook page. (Photo credit: Morris LeBleu / Diocese of Lake Charles)