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Vol. 37, No. 17 Bishop Provost Announces New Evangelization Initiative At the recent August meeting of diocesan leadership for diocese, I am proposing initial questions to be considered for future comprehensive consideration and action. Long Range Planning, Bishop Glen John Provost made the by each of the above Councils. These questions arise in my How do we proceed with a New Evangelization Initia- following announcement regarding plans to begin a New mind from both recent and past studies conducted in the tive? I propose three steps for this Initiative in moving to a Evangelization Initiative in the Diocese of Lake Charles: Diocese of Lake Charles and from our recent efforts, on the conclusion. First, over the coming months both Councils I wish to propose a New Evangelization Initiative for the part of diocesan leadership, to formulate the Quinquennial could address these questions and others separately, draw Diocese of Lake Charles. Such an effort is, I believe, impor- Report for the 2012 ad limina visit. My questions for pur- tant for two reasons. First, the New Evangelization contin- poses of discussion are these: summary conclusions, and consolidate these in a recom- ues to be an ongoing pastoral concern for the Church. It is mendation. In this way there is an organic approach which not a new topic and remains a priority for Church leader- 1. While studies report an increase in the Catholic popu- allows for adaptation and focus. I would ask the two Coun- ship. Second, there has been a growing awareness in this lation of our Diocese, why is there a decreased num- cils to keep in mind the following emphases: 1) that we particular Diocese of pressing needs in the area of preach- ber of Catholics in sacramental participation (cf. sta- seek to address a revitalization of the Church and its mes- ing the Gospel of Jesus Christ and promoting the mission of tus animarum and October Headcount reports)? sage in our Diocese; 2) that we surface concrete measures the Church. We should not ignore the “signs of the times” to further the evangelizing mission of the Church in our that repeatedly manifest themselves in our own experience 2) Why are there significantly fewer participants in reli- Diocese; and 3) that we keep focused on two groups of and in the pastoral life of our faithful. gious education programs in the West and Central Pope Benedict XVI has announced that the topic of the Deaneries and only a slight increase in the East Catholics, those who already practice who desire a deeper 13th General Ordinary Assembly of the Synod of Bishops to Deanery (cf. Blue Ribbon Religious Education Re- relationship with and understanding of Jesus Christ and be convoked next year (October 7 to 28, 2012) will be “The port)? His Church and those who no longer practice their faith, do New Evangelization for the Transmission of the Christian 3) What do we judge to be effective evangelization initia- so irregularly or have fallen away. Faith.” The “New Evangelization” has been the topic of tives in our parishes? Second, the two Councils having completed their work, a much writing and consideration in the papacies of both the second step would be for the Diocesan leadership, includ- Servant of God Pope Paul VI and Blessed Pope John Paul 4) What impacts negatively on evangelization in our ing the offices of the various Secretaries, to review these II. In a recent statement, the General Secretary of the Syn- parishes? conclusions and offer their observations and input. od of Bishops, H.E. Msgr. Nikola Eterovic, (March 4, 2011), presented the lineamenta or specific parameters for topics 5) In our own experience, what “works” in our parishes Finally, a conclusion with practical proposals would be under consideration. In this document an important dis- and what does not “work” in the areas of worship, ed- presented to me, at which point I would formulate a plan in tinction is made between evangelization ad gentes, i.e. an- ucation, and charitable outreach? consultation with the two Councils. There is only one im- nouncing the message to those who do not yet know Jesus 6) In our own parish, what new programs have been in- perative: that the conclusion offers concrete and practical Christ, and the new evangelization, i.e. announcing the mes- troduced over the last ten years to promote the evan- measures for furthering the New Evangelization in the Dio- sage to people already baptized who have drifted away gelization of the faithful? cese of Lake Charles. from the Church or lack adequate evangelization. I daresay that any good pastor is constantly involved in The General Secretary in his statement makes clear that 7) Catholic schools are generally perceived as an oppor- reassessing evangelization in his parish. We review annu- the lineamenta are divided in three categories that reflect tunity to evangelize our young people. In parishes the theme of the upcoming Synod. The first is timing. The that own a Catholic school or participate in its ad- ally our catechetical texts and regularly the content of our New Evangelization has been an emphasis consistently un- ministration, does this school effectively evangelize preaching. We attend continuing education programs and der the pontificates of Pope Benedict XVI and his two pre- or where could it better evangelize? rededicate ourselves repeatedly to deepening the spiritual decessors, beginning with Evangelii Nuntiandi (1974) and life. We update our parish census and get to know our ac- 8) Over the last few decades, there has been a deepening Catechesi Tradendae (1977). I have repeatedly made men- of understanding or a shift of emphasis in the work of tive and inactive parishioners. This initiative and whatever tion of this latter document in addressing my concerns ecumenical outreach. What is your understanding of fruit comes from it should not be seen as replacing any pas- about catechesis in our diocese. The New Evangelization the Catholic Church’s relationship with other eccle- toral work. Rather this initiative acknowledges the good continues to be of timely concern for a number of reasons, sial communities in our diocese? Where should be not the least of which are the growing secularization of our work already taking place and also recognizes that the the emphasis? society, economic inequalities, rapid developments in sci- Catholic Church in the Diocese can always improve its out- entific and technological research, changes in political 9) Generally “Catholic identity” is seen as diminishing reach for the sake of Jesus Christ and His Gospel. Also, no structures, migration, and social communications. (cf. research studies by Pew and CARA show fewer pastoral initiative, however effective, can ignore the prob- The second is proclaiming the Gospel of Jesus Christ. identify themselves as Catholics or, if they do call lems that continue to surface in the lives of our Catholics: The General Secretary states, “Christians are called to es- themselves “Catholic,” with Catholic positions or be- ignorance of the faith, falling away from religious practice, tablish a personal relationship with the Lord Jesus, in the liefs). From your perspective, where do you see loss breakup of the family, numerous addictions, lack of spiritu- community of the faithful and in the Church. … The trans- of “Catholic identity” in your parish and in the Dio- ality, and growing secularization, to mention only a few of mission of the faith as an encounter with Jesus Christ is cese? brought about through Sacred Scripture and through the the most obvious. The results of the forthcoming Synod of living Tradition of the Church” (ibid V). The proclamation 10) At present a major discussion is developing nation- Bishops in 2012 will doubtless inform our efforts for the of the Good News of Jesus Christ always requires renewed wide regarding “religious freedom,” in short, as has New Evangelization in the future. effort and increased zeal. been stated, the Catholic Church has a right “to be Christ is the answer, and the Church has the message. The third category for consideration is initiation into church” in the public life of this country (cf. “But for Of this, as Catholic Christians, we are convinced. As our the Christian experience. Recently the concerns of cate- Catholics, the common good can never mean muting Holy Father has pointed out before, quoting the Second themselves in public debate on foundational issues of chetical leaders in the Diocese were brought to my atten- Letter of St. Peter, “Always be ready to give an explanation tion in regards to Confirmation. Such a concern falls under human dignity. Christian faith is always personal but to anyone who asks you for a reason for your hope” (II Pe- this general category but should not be restricted to discus- never private” Archbishop Charles Chaput, Render sion of Confirmation. All the sacraments of Christian initia- unto Caesar). Related to this issue are questions of ter 3:15). This is the call to the New Evangelization. tion - Baptism, Confirmation, and Holy Eucharist - require what makes a Catholic institution “Catholic” and Committing this initiative to the prayers of Mary, Mother our attention to focus on how they are communicated and where is there possible infringement upon religious of the Church, and to St. Peter Claver, our diocesan patron celebrated. By extension, as well, we should not ignore how liberty? Fundamentally, where is “religious free- who was so zealous in evangelization, I am confident that we sustain the Christian life through the other sacraments - dom” an issue in parish life? our efforts will yield rich fruit. Matrimony, Priesthood, Penance, and Anointing of the Sick. If I were to summarize my concerns expressed in these Devotedly yours in our Lord, As Blessed Pope John Paul II wrote in Novo Millennio questions, I would say that they include four: diminishing Ineunte (n. 40), “A new apostolic outreach is needed.” It is religious practice, increasing ignorance of the faith, a loss in this context that I am proposing a New Evangelization of Catholic identity, and a weakening of the Church’s abili- Initiative. Since no one person can undertake such a large ty to inform the culture. Somehow these are interrelated endeavor and it must be a communal initiative, I ask that and repeatedly surface in every study, survey, and statisti- we will begin with discussions at the level of the Council of cal analysis at a national and diocesan level. In proposing Priests and the Diocesan Pastoral Council. these concerns, I do not mean to limit discussion to these Glen John Provost To begin the discussion on New Evangelization in the topics. Simply I propose them to lay an introductory path Bishop of Lake Charles Called2BCatholic Festival 2011 set September 10 LAKE CHARLES – “Love rant owners and would often Out Loud”, the 2011 invite them to the student Called2BCatholic Festival, is kitchen to trade cooking se- set for Saturday, September crets. They would teach him 10, in St. Louis Catholic High about rigatoni and lasagna; School, according to Milissa he would show them how to Thibodeaux, Director of the make hamburgers and ribs. Office of Youth and Young Today, he is a skilled cook Adult Ministry of the Dio- who enjoys learning how to cese of Lake Charles. Doors make new dishes, and loves open at 11 a.m. for this event the process of preparing a designed for the entire fami- meal, as much as he does ly. sharing it with friends. Christian musical enter- Father Patalinghug and tainers on the main stage in- the Grace Before Meals move- clude Laura Prejean, ment has been featured on Gabriel’s Cry, Ceili Rain, the front pages of many A Eucharistic Procession, like last year’s pictured here, is planned from St. Louis Catholic High School to the Mary Thompson, John An- newspapers and on televi- gotti, Michael Chaisson, and sion and radio programs, as Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception for the closing Mass of the 2011 Called2BCatholic Festival. Nichole Lanthier. well as Food Network's hit Father Leo E Patal- show, Throwdown with Bob- inghug, who hosts the televi- by Flay, where Fr. Leo de- sion program Grace Before feated the world renown Diocesan Pastoral Council members named Meals, has been seen on nu- chef in a steak fajita cooking merous networks including LAKE CHARLES – The Arthur; and Rita Levings, Bishop Provost solicited between the diocesan lead- competition. EWTN, ABC, Food Network, members of the newly estab- Immaculate Heart of Mary, nominations to the Council ership, the laity, and me. Two breakout sessions PBS, CBS and Fox, will give lished Diocesan Pastoral Lake Charles. Also, Earline from the pastors and those “In this way, all of us can with talks for teens, young the keynote address, which Council have been named by Marchand, Sacred Heart of names were given to the hear, study, and reflect con- includes a cooking demon- adults and adults will be The Most Reverend Glen Jesus, Lake Charles; Karen Deans, who submitted the structively on the pastoral stration. presented by Angotti, mem- John Provost, Bishop of Lake Chamberlain, Our Lady names to the Bishop, who efforts of the Church in our bers of Ceili Rain, Kathy The Grace Before Meals Charles. The 12 individuals Queen of Heaven, Lake made the appointments Diocese,” the Bishop contin- Owen, Chaisson, Laura movement encourages fami- come from a cross-section Charles; Sarah Anne Gatte, based upon those recom- ued. “Second, this Council Adams, Roy Petitifils and lies to eat their meals togeth- faithful of the Diocese, in- McNeese Catholic Student mendations. allows for an expansion of Katie Prejean. er at least five times a week; cluding representatives of Center; John Henry Poole, The Council’s first meeting creativity on the part of our to engage the family in con- In addition, there will be a each of the three Deaneries St. Peter the Apostle, Hack- is set for 6 p.m. Monday, “Party for the Pope,” arts and laity in the work of the New versation while preparing of the Diocese, a student berry; and Peter Unkel, St. Sept. 19, at the Chancery. Evangelization. I see this as crafts in the Kids Zone for member appointed from the Philip Neri, Kinder. Also, “I am establishing a Dioce- meals; say Grace before a primary function and role each meal; turn off the TV Christ, and a food concession. Catholic Student Center at Russell Touchet, St. san Pastoral Council for the for this Council and look for- while eating; introduce in- During the event, an Adora- McNeese State University Lawrence, Raymond; Diocese of Lake Charles for ward to working with its teresting topics for the fami- tion Chapel with live music and a woman religious. The Stephanie Rodrigue, Sacred essentially two reasons,” ly to discuss, and tell friends and prayer will be open. The term of service on the Coun- Heart of Jesus, Creole; and Bishop Provost said, “First, membership.” and family about the Grace event will conclude with a cil for the laity will be three Sr. Shirley Gobert, SEC. as the Code of Canon Law The Bishop will convene Before Meals movement. Eucharistic Procession to the years. Clergy serving as ex officio states, this Council is a con- the Council at least twice a Born in the Philippines Cathedral of the Immaculate Council members include members are Very Rev. An- sultative body for the Bishop year and he may convene the and raised in the Baltimore Conception followed by Mass Luke Abrusley, Sacred Heart thony Fontenot, Presbyteral who ‘investigates, considers, membership at other times, area, Fr. Patalinghug devel- at 7 p.m.. Tickets are $15 and of Jesus, Oakdale; Glen Council chair, and Deacon and proposes practical con- as he may deem necessary. oped his love for cooking can be purchased at the Dio- Bertrand, St. Joseph, DeRid- Glenn Viau, chair of the Dea- clusions about those things The Council will cease to ex- while attending the North cese of Lake Charles, Office der; Patricia Billeaudeaux, cons Council. All members of which pertain to pastoral ist when the Diocesan See American College in Rome. of Youth and Young Adults Immaculate Conception, the Council will have the works in the Diocese.’ This becomes vacant and Bishop There, he became friendly Ministry. Call 337-439-7400, Maplewood; Burton David, same rights and all exercise Council will create a further Provost may disband the with several Italian restau- Ext. 303, for information. Our Lady of the Lake, Lake the right to voice and vote. channel of communication group at his discretion. 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The Most Reverend Glen John Provost Bishop of Lake Charles

August 19, 2011 Thompson ordained a Transitional Deacon LAKE CHARLES – The Most Reverend “A deacon of the Church begins his mis- Glen John Provost ordained Deacon Dean sion to address the starvation in the world by Bryan Thompson II to the Diaconate on Sat- saying to our Lord, ‘Take me by the hand and urday, August 6 - The Feast of the Transfigu- lead me to a high mountain,’ Bishop Provost ration - during Mass celebrated at Our Lady said. “This is a mystical experience, one that Queen of Heaven Catholic Church. Deacon comes from deep conversation with our Thompson will be entering his fourth year of Lord, a communion with Him in prayer. theological studies later this month at the “We cannot preach without having Pontifical College Josephinum in Columbus, prayed,” the Bishop continued. “Of this, we Ohio. are certain. How else could St. Peter have The newly ordained transitional deacon said what he did at the Transfiguration, spent his summer internship under the tute- ‘Lord, it is good that we are here.’ lage of the Very Reverend Marcus Johnson, “As a deacon, say that often to the Lord in pastor of Immaculate Heart of Mary Catholic His divine presence in the Blessed Sacra- Church in Lake Charles. ment,” Bishop Provost said. “Realize the In his homily, directed to Deacon Thomp- hunger that is your own for the glory of God, son as well as the congregants, Bishop a glory that comes from love, not the pursuit Provost said, using the words of the 17th of human pleasure or the ambitions of this Chapter of St. Matthew’s Gospel, “As a minis- passing world. ‘Lord, it is good that we are ter of the Church, we must find the opening words of the Gospel for this Feast of the here.’ Say it over and over again, and see Transfiguration quite consoling. ‘Jesus took what He reveals. Peter, James, and his brother, John, and led “Bring to Him your sorrows, challenges them up a high mountain by themselves’. Je- and misunderstanding,” he said. “They are sus takes his most intimate followers by the inevitable, know it and embrace it. Then, hand. Do they know where they are being with Elijah and Moses, when you hear a led? I doubt it. As with trusting lambs taken voice that confirms everything that in faith by the Good Shepherd, they climb the moun- you believe, what will Jesus do? He will tain and there experience the glory of the come to you, as He did to Peter, James and Bishop Glen John Provost, right, and Deacon Dean Bryan Thompson II stand together Son. There in the presence of the quintes- John, and Jesus will touch you and say, ‘Rise, following the ordination Mass, in Our Lady Queen of Heaven Catholic Church. sential lawgiver, Moses, and the supreme and do not be afraid’” prophet, Elijah, Jesus is revealed for who He The entire transcript of Bishop Provost’s is, the Son of the living God.” homily may be found at the website of the The Bishop also pointed out prayer is an Diocese of Lake Charles at http://live.lcdio- Annual Catechetical Conference essential part of preaching. cese.org/bishop-provost/homilies.html. slated Saturday, September 17 Vianney House dedicated LAKE CHARLES – The an- of America. She serves on the prayer to conclude the day. nual Catechetical Conference, board of directors of the Fed- Breakout session presen- LAKE CHARLES – The sponsored by the Office of Re- eration of Diocesan Liturgical ters include Rev Clyde Most Reverend Glen John ligious Education of the Dio- Commissions and is a consul- Thomas, Rev. Msgr. Ronald Provost, Bishop of Lake cese of Lake Charles, will be tant for RCL Benziger Reli- Groth, Paula Hunter, Cay Gib- Charles, blessed and dedi- held Saturday, Sept. 17 at St. gion Publishers. She previous- son, Milissa Thibodeaux, cated the newly opened Louis Catholic High School, ly served as the Director of the David Dawson, AnnaLuisa Vianney House, a house of 1620 Bank Street. Office of Divine Worship in Huffman, Rev. Nathan Long. discernment for men consid- The event is held for the Archdiocese of Newark, ering a vocation to the A brochure, which includes a parish, Catholic school and N.J. for 14 years. registration form as well pre- priesthood for the Diocese of adult catechists, youth minis- The conference begins at senters and their topics may Lake Charles, on Thursday, ters, RCIA and evangelization 7:30 a.m. with registration and be found at http://live.lcdio- Aug. 4. team members, and other exhibits. Bishop Glen John A crowd of benefactors adults seeking to grow in their Provost will lead opening cese.org/orehome/111-office- and supporters of the Dio- faith. prayer from 8:30 to 9 a.m. and of-religious-education/897-cat- cese were in attendance at Sr. Sandra De Masi, SSJ, a Sr. De Masi will give her ad- echetical-conference-set-sept the newly renovated resi- Sister of St. Joseph of Chest- dress from 9 to 10 a.m. Follow- ember-17.html on the website dence, located at 1624 Bank nut Hill, Penn., will be the ing a break from 10 to 10:30 of the Diocese of Lake Street near St. Louis keynote speaker. Sr. De Masi a.m. the first breakout session Charles. Catholic High School. Sever- is pastoral associate for liturgy will take place until noon, Deadline for registration, al major donors and many at St. Rose of Lima Parish in when lunch will be served. which is $25 including lunch more individuals and organi- Short Hills, N.J. and a candi- The second breakout ses- and $20 without lunch, is Fri- zations made financial con- date for a Doctorate of Min- sion is set for 1 p.m. to 2:30 day, Sept. 9. Checks should be tributions in order for need- istry from Catholic University p.m., followed by closing made payable to the Diocese ed renovations to be made to Bishop Glen John Provost, left, imparts his Episcopal of Lake Charles and returned the house. blessing on a statue of St. John Marie Vianney, which with a completed registration Major donors to the pro- resides in Vianney House, the newly opened Diocesan Diocesan youth attend World form, available at http://live. lcdiocese.org/orehome/111-of- ject included the Serra Club house of discernment. Assisting the Bishop was Levi of Lake Charles, Mr. and Youth Day in Madrid with Pope fice-of-religious-educa- Mrs. J.W. Stine, and the Thompson, one of the residents of Vianney House. tion/897-catechetical-confer- Joseph and Linzay Lawrence each room of the residence, will be a reminder of his in- LAKE CHARLES – Groups St. Theresa’s six-person ence-set-september-17.html, to Family. Three plaques rec- Bishop Provost also blessed tercession and prayers for us from two church parishes of group left on Aug. 10 and plan Bobbie LeBlanc at 411 Iris to return on Wednesday, Aug. Street, Lake Charles, LA ognized those donors and a a life-size wooden statue of and this house will be under the Diocese of Lake Charles – listing of all contributors to St. Joseph in Vinton and St. 24. 70601. Saint John Marie Vianney, his protection and patron- the project are prominently Theresa of the Child Jesus in the patron of priests. The age. May those who look placed in the dining room, statue stands in the resi- Carlyss – are participating in upon this image be remind- Three men have begun a dence’s dining room. World Youth Day activities in Did you know... ed of the man who sought year-long program of prayer “We have gathered here Madrid, Spain. The church building that would become the Cathedral first the kingdom of heaven and discernment in an effort in joy on this solemn bless- A group of eight, including of the Immaculate Conception in 1980 upon the and strove in his own life, to determine whether they ing day so that we might six youth and young adults establishment of the Diocese of Lake Charles is the are being called to the with zeal, to pursue the souls bless too this image of St. along with two adults from St. oldest Catholic church structure in the Diocese, priesthood. John Marie Vianney,” Bish- of those whom he sought to Joseph, left on Aug. 8. They dedicated on Dec. 18, 1913, rebuilt following the In addition to blessing op Provost said. “The statue save for Christ Jesus.” traveled to London, Madrid, devastating 1910 fire. The next oldest Catholic Cordoba, and Rome, before returning to Madrid for the church building in the Diocese, dedicated on Feb. Rio de Janeiro to host World Youth Day 2013 weekend climax of World 29, 1916, is Our Lady Help of Christians Church in Jennings. New Orleans Archbishop James Blenk ROME - The Brazilian spokesman Father Federico dict would have announced Youth Day, the celebration of city of Rio de Janeiro will Lombardi, who said the date the site of the 2013 World the Mass with His Holiness, presided at the dedication of both churches. host the next international for the event was set a year Youth Day while in Madrid Pope Benedict XVI on Sun- celebration of World Youth early in order to avoid logis- this week, however the con- day, Aug. 21. Next year, one parish in the Diocese will celebrate its Day, which will take place in tical conflicts with the World firmation was likely made One of the St. Joseph youth, 50th anniversary and another will have its 90th 2013. Cup, which Brazil will host early due to comments by Garet Berry, is keeping every- anniversary of establishment. Do you know the two The announcement was in 2014. Brazilian officials that the one up-to-date on the journey churches? Find out in the next Catholic Calendar. confirmed by Vatican Traditionally, Pope Bene- city had been chosen. on his Facebook page. Diocesan Briefs..... Men’s breakfasts, women’s luncheons to begin August programs at Tabor Retreat House Center, located at the corner of Enterprise Boulevard and 17th Street. LAKE CHRLES – Bishop Glen John Provost will begin his MOSS BLUFF – Several programs take place in August at Bishop Glen John Provost will celebrate Mass in French presentations on the Gospel of St. Matthew at the men’s Tabor Retreat House of Saint Charles Center. beginning at 7 a.m. and the festivities get fully underway at 9 prayer breakfasts and women’s luncheons on Friday, Sept. 9, The Spiritual Book Club, moderated by Father Don Pi- a.m. with food, games, auctions, live music, and raffle draw- and Tuesday, Sept, 13, respectively. The events will take raro, will meet on Tuesday, Aug. 30 from 6 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. ings. place in Ave Maria Hall of the Cathedral of the Immaculate The Spiritual Book Club is an informal group of women and Conception office complex on the corner of Kirby and Bilbo men who read a good spiritual book and come together to eat St. Henry fundraising events streets. supper and to discuss the selection. The August selection is LAKE CHARLES – Several fundraising events are slated Men should call 337-439-7400 to register while women are The Paradox of Power by Michael Crosby. Drawing from real at St. Henry Catholic Church in August and September. asked to send a check in the amount of $10, payable to the life examples as well as theory, this book explores the poten- On Saturday, August 27, barbecue plate lunches of either Diocese of Lake Charles, to Ms. Esther Gallardo, 612 Alamo tial for inspiration and wisdom that resides in power and can chicken or pork steak will be available in the Community heal and invigorate relationships, marriages, and families, Street, Lake Charles, LA 70601 and include a stamped self- Center beginning at 9 a.m. Cost is $7 per plate and will in- and benefit larger organizations such as corporations, addressed envelope. clude rice dressing, baked beans, potato salad and bread. churches and even nations. Michael Crosby is a Capuchin The breakfast, which begins at 7 a.m. is preceded by the Call 436-7223 for more information. Franciscan. The book is a five star selection on On Saturday, Sept. 10, the St. Henry Altar Society will of- celebration of the Mass by Bishop Provost in the Cathedral Amazon.com. The suggested donation of $20.00 includes sup- starting at 6:30 a.m. fer popcorn balls for $1 and $2 beginning at 2 p.m. in the per. Community Center. To place orders, please call Debra at Bishop’s Golf Classic October 7 Sr. Diane Depwe will lead “Let Go, Let God” on Tuesday, 436-6969; Madeline at 478-4770-; Ms Nancy at 436-5258 or Ms. Aug. 30 from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. This program will help atten- LAKE CHARLES – The annual Bishop’s Golf Classic will Gertie at 433-3575. dees experience God’s love for them in a way that will help be held on Friday, Oct. 7, at the Lake Charles Country Club to them let go of worries, perfectionism, past hurts from others Christ the King Royal Evening benefit the Seminarian Education and Priest Retirement and/or events. The suggested donation of $20.00 includes Funds of the Diocese. LAKE CHARLES – Christ the King Catholic Church will supper. host its annual silent and live auction dinner – A Royal The four-person scramble format will feature shotgun For more information, call the Center to register at (337) Evening – on Sunday, Sept. 11, at Treasures of Marilyn, 3510 starts at 8 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. Entry fee is $500 per team and 855-1232. Fifth Avenue. the deadline to return forms, and fees is Friday, Sept. 30. En- Early bird viewing begins at 5 p.m. with a social hour at 6 try forms are available at the website of the Diocese, lcdio- Clergy, religious anniversaries p.m. followed by the dinner and live auction at 7 p.m. cese.org; at the Diocesan Chancery and at local golf courses. LAKE CHARLES – The Knights of Columbus and the faith Tickets are $25 per person and include a steak dinner. To Prizes will be awarded for first, second and tenth low community of St Henry Catholic Church will honor priests, deacons, and religious celebrating significant anniversary purchase tickets, call 478-0213. Tickets will be available at gross in each session and special prizes will go to the longest the door. drive and closest to the pin. A hole-in-one will win the lucky years in multiples of five on Tuesday, Sept. 20, at a Mass be- golfer $5,000. ginning at 10:30 a.m. in the church at 1021 Eighth Avenue. Anniversary celebration in Welsh A luncheon for the honorees will follow the Mass in the St. Title sponsors are Iberia Bank and Alfred Palma Contrac- Henry Community Center, located behind the church. WELSH – St. Joseph Catholic Church will celebrate its tors while Bubba Oustalet is a banner sponsor. 70th anniversary of establishment on the weekend of August For more information, call Larry DeRoussel at 337-794- Calca Chew Festival scheduled 27-28. Bishop Glen John Provost will celebrate the 10 a.m. 8339 or e-mail [email protected]. LAKE CHARLES – The annual Calca Chew Festival, spon- Mass on Sunday, Aug. 28, which will followed by a reception. Hole sponsor opportunities are available for $150 each sored by St. Margaret of Scotland Catholic Church, will be On Saturday, Aug. 27, from 7 to 9 p.m. a parish celebration while banner sponsorships are $1,000. Sunday, Sept. 25, on the church grounds and in the Family will be held in the church hall.