Clergy Announcement June 22, 2026

“I am pleased to make the following clergy announcements:   Effective July 15, 2026:  Reverend Joseph Maddala is relieved of his assignment as administrator of St. Joseph Parish, Zwolle, and its mission, St. Ann Church, Ebarb, and is appointed pastor of St....

Diocese of Shreveport 40th Anniversary

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Diocese of Shreveport to Celebrate 40th Anniversary with Mass of Thanksgiving on June 16 Bishop Francis I. Malone of Shreveport will serve as principal celebrant with Bishop Michael G. Duca of Baton Rouge as homilist for the anniversary liturgy....

Mission Monthly June 2026: Formed in Faith, Preparing to Serve

This month in Mission Monthly, our focus is on seminarians. These young men are a vital part of the future of our local Church here in North Louisiana. The preparation they receive now guarantees that our communities will continue to receive the sacraments, spiritual...

Clergy Announcement May 27, 2026

“I am pleased to make the following clergy announcement: Effective May 19, 2026: Deacon Clary S. Nash is relieved of his appointment as deacon at the Cathedral of St. John Berchmans in Shreveport, and his status is changed to retired.   Sincerely yours in Christ, +...

Seminarian Summer Assignments 2026

The Vocations Office is pleased to announce the summer 2026 ministry assignments for our diocesan seminarians. Throughout the upcoming summer months, these men will serve in various capacities across North Louisiana, gaining valuable pastoral experience and serving...