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Sunday, June 6TH - the feast of corpus christi MASS SCHEDULE Saturday - Anticipated 4 p.m. (organ & cantor) Sunday - 9:00 a.m. (organ, cantor & choir September - April); 11:00 a.m. (organ & cantor); 5:00 p.m. (organ & cantor) Monday - 6:15 a.m.; Tuesday through Friday - 5:30 p.m. with confession starting at 4:30 p.m. Saturday - 8:00 a.m. First Saturday: 8:00 a.m. followed by recitation of the Rosary

Fatima Votive Mass: 13th of the Month, May - October at 5:30 p.m.

Monthly Peace Mass: First Tuesday of the month at 5:30 p.m. This Mass heeds Our Lady’s call to pray for world peace and conversion of hearts. CONTACT US 2319 Johnston St., Lafayette, LA 70503 Pastor: ...... Rev. Msgr. Jefferson DeBlanc Parochial Vicar: ...... Rev. Korey R. LaVergne ...... Timothy Maragos & Randy Hyde Administrator: ...... Stephanie Supple Secretary: ...... Mona Bouillion Receptionist: ...... D D McElligott Bookkeeper: ...... Annie Governale Director of Music, Organist, Choir Master ...... Keith D’Anna Bulletin Editor ...... Keith D’Anna Church Office: ...... (337) 232-8945 Church Fax: ...... (337) 232-0323 School Office:...... (337) 235-2464 Church Website: ...... www.fatimalafayette.org Office Hours ...... Monday - Thursday, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. The The Sacrament of The Sacrament of Matrimony

Saturday The Sacrament is celebrated on Arrangements are to be made 3:00 to 3:55 p.m.; the third Sunday of each with the Church office, if at all Sunday month, following the 11:00 a.m. possible, at least ONE YEAR in 30 minutes to Mass; Mass. advance. To avoid scheduling

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seeking the good of others

Finally, let us consider the spring of water that issues from the grotto of Massabielle since Bernadette first dug the ground there on February 25, 1858. This water has been the occasion of many cures, both physical and spiritual, over the years.

The Bible has many references to life-giving and healing springs of water. In the book of Genesis, we read that “a stream was welling up out of the earth and watering all the surface of the ground.” (Gn 2:6). During the Exodus from Egypt, the Lord pro- vided His people with water from the rock. (Ex 17:1-7). The prophet Ezekiel saw a vi- sion of “water flowing out from under the threshold of the temple.” (Ez 47:1). In the , John saw in heaven “the river of life-giving water, sparkling like crystal, flowing from the throne of God and of the Lamb.” (Rev. 22:1). The of John tells us of the pool of Bethesda, a mysterious basin of water with five porticoes. When the water in the pool was stirred up, the first person to immerse himself or herself therein was healed. (Jn 5:1-9)

Ben Sira was a scribe and teacher who lived in Jerusalem two hundred years before Christ. The book he wrote is part of the Old Testament. Here is how he described himself.

Now I, like a stream from a river, and like water channeling into a garden—I said, ‘I will water my plants, I will drench my flower beds.’ Then suddenly this stream of mine became a river, and this river of mine became a sea. Again I will make my teachings shine forth like the dawn; I will spread their brightness afar off. Again I will pour out instruction like prophecy and be- stow it on generations to come. [Sir 24:30-33.]

Perhaps in referring to this passage of Scripture, Jesus said, “Let anyone who thirsts come to me and drink. Whoever believes in me, as scripture says: ‘Rivers of living water will flow from within him.’ He said this in ref- erence to the Spirit that those who came to believe in him were to receive.” (Jn 7:37-38). As Benedict XVI wrote, people who drink “from the fountain of God’s love [become] in their turn a fountain from which ‘flow rivers of living water.’ (Jn 7:38)” *

Pope Francis has written about sharing with others our spiritual fruits so that we can be “like a spring which spills over and refreshes others,” as Ben Sira, Benedict XVI, and Jesus urged.

If we want to advance in the spiritual life, then, we must constantly be missionaries. The work of evangelization enriches the mind and the heart; it opens up spiritual horizons; it makes us more and more sensitive to the workings of the Holy Spirit, and it takes us beyond our limited spiritual constructs. A committed missionary knows the joy of being a spring which spills over and refreshes others. Only the person who feels happiness in seeking the good of others, in desiring their happiness, can be a missionary. This openness of the heart is a source of joy, since ‘it is more blessed to give than to receive’ (Acts 20:35). **

Even though the Mary told Bernadette, “I do not promise to make you happy in this world, but in the next,” † Bernadette had during her earthly life an openness of heart that was a source of joy. She had a be- nevolent love that was not self-seeking. May the Blessed Virgin Mary and Saint Bernadette refresh us today through an outpouring of their love and prayers. Do we dare to refresh others, especially those who are sick or isolated, with an outpouring of our prayers and love?

Next Week: A New Series Begins: The Miraculous Medal and Saint Catherine Labouré * Benedict XVI, Deus Caritas Est (: Libreria Editrice Vaticana/San Francisco: Ignatius Press, 2006), § 42. ** , Evangelii Gaudium (24 November 2013), § 272, † René Laurentin, Bernadette of Lourdes: A Life Based on Authenticated Documents, John Drury, trans. (Minneapolis: Winston Press, 1979), p. 193. I have drawn heavily from Father Laurentin’s book as I wrote this bulletin article.

02 5 Sat. 4:00 p.m. Anticipated: † Paul Domingue, † Faye Marie Gesser, † Gerald & Alberta Gossen, † Edwina Today’s Gospel gives St. Mark’s account of Jesus Smith Hernandez, † Amanda Claire Judice, Lynn gathering his disciples for a last supper, revealing Kallam Ditch, James Judice, † Anna Maria, † Mr. & Mrs. to them a new covenant established through his Stephen R. Moore, Sr., Mr. & Mrs. Frederick J. Forstall, Avis Moore Rupert, Ryan Robert Guilbeau, † Douglas own blood that would be poured out as a sacri- Mistich, † The Nugier Family, † Rosamaria Reyes-Silva, fice for them. Every time we participate in the † Julien Maruis Stokes, † Lillian Manuel; Living: Kon- Eucharist, we make a pledge to renew and deep- ner Melancon, Makenzie Arton; Living & Deceased en our participation in Christ’s covenant in prac- Members of: The Ison & Eva Fontenot Families, Mi- tical ways. For those who exercise stewardship of chael & Fred Landry & Family, The Menard Family, Christ’s covenant, that means making daily, per- The Thomassee Family, The Judice, Kallam, sonal sacrifices to strengthen this covenant rela- Langlinais, & Hamilton Families tionship such as deepening our relationship with 6 Sun. 9:00 a.m.: † Dallas Fleming, † Ison & Eva Fon- the Lord in prayer, supporting our parish, and tenot, † Anna Maria, † Jimmie Fontenot, † Parrish giving comfort to the poor and those who suffer. Ladd Cline; Living: Anna Stanford, Jeremy & Caroline White; Living & Deceased Members of: The Caillouet, As we begin to see our way out of the COVID Henry, Randazzo, Costanza, & Campos Families pandemic, it is a good time to reflect on how we 11:00 a.m.: Fatima Parishioners / Pro-Populo might renew and strengthen our covenant with 5:00 p.m.: Living & Deceased Members of the Lord and our community in practical ways. The Ison & Eva Fontenot Families 7 Mon. 6:15 a.m.: † Dr. Frem F. Boustany, Jr. Stewardship Totals were not available at the time of 8 Tue. 5:30 p.m.: † Thomas Kirby Arceneaux printing due to the Memorial Day Holiday. Financial 9 Wed. 5:30 p.m.: † Ison & Eva Fontenot information for the weekend of May 29th and 30th, 10 Thu. 5:30 p.m.: Living & Deceased Members of along with June 5th and 6th will be published in the The Ison & Eva Fontenot Families June 13th Parish Family Bulletin. 11 Fri. 5:30 p.m.: † Melvin R. Boesch 12 Sat. 8:00 a.m.: † Rita Broussard Offertory Revenue often declines during the summer 4:00 p.m. Anticipated: † Thomas Kirby Arceneaux, † Vivian Boudreaux, † Mary Catherine Bouvier, † Ashley months. Please remember that our parish still oper- Cormier, † Ison & Eva Fontenot, † Gerald & Alberta ates during the summer and remember to continue Gossen, † Edwina Smith Hernandez, † Amanda Claire to support your parish financially during these Judice, Lynn Kallam Ditch, James Judice, † Anna Ma- months of high utility bills. Thank you so very much ria, † Mr. & Mrs. Stephen R. Moore, Sr., Mr. & Mrs. Fred- for your continued generous support of Our Lady of erick J. Forstall, Avis Moore Rupert, Ryan Robert Fatima . Guilbeau, † Douglas Mistich, † The Nugier Family, † Rosamaria Reyes-Silva, † Julien Maruis Stokes, † Lilli- an Manuel; Living: Makenzie Arton; Living & Deceased Don’t forget on this beautiful feast Members of: The Angelle Family, The Bouvier & Bou- of Corpus Christi (the Sacred Body dreaux Families, The Ison & Eva Fontenot Families, and Blood of Jesus) to join us in The Lebodier Lavergne Family, Michael & Fred Landry Knight Hall for fellowship to cele- & Family, The Caillouet, Henry, Randazzo, Costanza, & Campos Families, The Judice, Kallam, Langlinais, & brate our ability to once again wor- Hamilton Families ship as a parish. We will be serving 13 Sun 9:00 a.m.: Mr. & Mrs. Jean Hulin mini cupcakes and coffee / juice 11:00 a.m.: † Ison & Eva Fontenot, † Faye Marie immediately following the Vigil Gesser, † Willanna Curley James, † Anna Maria, † Par- Mass and Sunday immediately following the 11 a.m. rish Ladd Cline; Living & Deceased Members of: The and 5:00 p.m. Masses. Coffee and donuts will be served Ison & Eva Fontenot Families following the 9:00 a.m. Sunday Mass. Reconnect with 5:00 p.m.: Fatima Parishioners / Pro-Populo old friends and get to know your fellow parishioners.

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1) If you had the chance to talk to Saint , wouldn’t you? Christ is infinitely greater, and you have the chance every day. 2) Don’t you talk frequently, and for significant amounts of time, to those you love? Quick Tip: God likes to converse with you the way you like to con- verse with others: He doesn’t want you to rattle on and hardly notice him. 3) As a baptized person, you are the representative of Christ’s love at home, at work and in social situations. You will only represent him well if you’ve prayed. 4) Prayer will transform your day and make it fruitful and fulfilling. 5) Only God can make you truly happy. Your spouse won’t, nor your body, nor your intellect. Know him. Quick Tip: Kneel or sit respectfully when you pray. Your body and soul are one. The way you carry your body is important. 6) Do you want to go to heaven? Then get ready with habitual prayer. Quick Tip: Start by remembering God is present and telling him in your own words why you believe in him, hope in him and love him. 7) Read Luke 10:38-42: Jesus says there is “only one thing necessary.” 8) Mental prayer is the only thing that will soften your heart - besides suffering. Quick Tip: If you get “stuck,” you can slowly repeat the words of a simple prayer like “My God, I adore your divine greatness from the depths of my littleness.” 9) Christ doesn’t want you to pray because you have to. He wants you to pray because he loves you and likes talking to you. 10) Faithful prayer can give you in a moment what otherwise takes years of experience to gain. Quick Tip: Read a brief passage from the Gos- pels, and picture it happening. You can even imagine Christ sitting with you.

Pope Saint John Paul II thought prayer was so important, he dedicated a year to the Rosary. Pope Benedict XVI directed these beautiful words to Americans during his visit:

“Time spent in prayer is never wasted, however urgent the duties that press upon us from every side. ...Contemplation of the mysteries of the Rosary releases all their saving power, and it conforms, unites and consecrates us to Jesus Christ.”

exposition of the blessed sacrament - chapel of the little shepherds

The Adoration Chapel of the Little Shepherds in Knight Hall is open Monday through Thursday from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. The following days and hours are those with only one adorer:

Monday at 10:00 a.m., Tuesday at 11:00 a.m., 12:00 Noon and 3:00 p.m. Wednesday at 9:00 and 10:00 a.m. and 2:00 p.m., Thursday at 2:00 and 3:00 p.m.

Please consider committing to an hour listed above. Contact the office during regular business hours at 232-8945 or email DD at offi[email protected] 04

05 engaged encounter

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06 the - our extended family in heaven

MONDAY, JUNE 7 - Saint Anthony Mary Gianelli gene III, a Cistercian; Eugene suspended William from his Son of Mary and see, and in 1147 removed him James Gianelli, Antho- as , replacing ny grew up in a poor, hism with the Cistercian Hen- pious family in a small ry Murdac, of Foun- farming village. His tains. Some of William’s sup- mother taught cate- porters took to the streets to chism, and his father defend him, and during a was known as a gener- riot, they attacked and ous peace-maker in burned the monastery of the town. Anthony was Fountains. William, however, such a promising stu- retired to Winchester, and dent that the owner of became a , noted for his family farm paid for his austerities and active prayer life. his seminary educa- tion. Ordained a priest In 1154, in the reign of Pope Anastasius IV, William was called on May 24, 1812; he was from his seclusion, and again ordained archbishop of ; so young that he he died a month later. There were accusations of poisoning, needed special dis- including poison introduced in the sacramental wine. An pensation for the ordi- investigation ensued, but no records of its result have sur- nation, but was such a promising candidate that he received vived, and it’s more likely he died from fever. it. Served as a parish priest. Died; June 1154 Archpriest of Chiavari, in 1826. Founder of the Missionar- Canonized: March 18, 1226 by Pope Honorius III ies of Saint Alphonsus in 1827, a men’s missionary congrega- tion that lasted until 1856. Founder of the of Saint THURSDAY, JUNE 10 - Blessed Bogumilus of Gniezno Alphonsus in 1828, which lasted until 1848. Founder of the Sisters of Our Lady of the Garden in 1829, a women’s teach- Born to the Polish nobility, ing order that also worked with the sick, and which contin- twin of Boguphalus. ues its work today in Europe, the United States, and Asia. Studied in Paris, . Priest. Bishop of Bobbio, Italy in 1837. Organized the Society of Saint Served Holy parish in Raphael and Society of Saint Dorothea to instruct the faithful Dobrow, Poland, a church that in his diocese. Restored devotion to Saint Columbanus in his he built himself. Chancellor of diocese. Conducted two synods, and was constantly on the Gniezno, Poland. Had a great road from parish to parish, visiting his flock. dedication to the Blessed Vir- gin Mary, and loved solitude. Born: April 12, 1789 at Cerreto, Italy Archbishop of Gniezno in 1167. Died: June 7, 1846 of a serious fever Through the five years of his Canonized: October 21, 1951 by Pope Pius XII episcopacy, he was opposed by his own clergy for his insist- TUESDAY, JUNE 8 - Saint ence on strict adherence to the clerical discipline and sim- Son of Count Herbert, treasurer to King Henry I, and Emma, ple lifestyle. He resigned his half-sister to King William. Treasurer of the church in York, see in 1172 and became a at Uniedow, England while still young. Priest. Chaplain to King Stephen. Poland for the last decade of his life.

Archbishop of York in 1140. His selection was challenged by Born: c.1135 near Dobrow, Poland reformers, especially a group of , and William was Died: c.1182 near Uniedow, Poland of natural causes. On his accused of simony, sexual misconduct, and being unduly deathbed he received a vision of Our Lady and the Christ influenced by his connections to the royal court. The Vatican Child surrounded by angels and beckoning him to heaven. investigated, Pope Innocent cleared him of all charges, and Relics enshrined in the Collegiate Church of the Assump- confirmed his as archbishop on September 26, 1143. Howev- tion of the Blessed Virgin Mary, Uniejow, Poland er, the charges resurfaced a few years later under Pope Eu- Beatified: May 27, 1925 by Pope Pius XI (cultus confirmed)

07 man-to-man men’s conference THE CHURCH ON THE TRINITY Our Sunday Visitor’s Encyclopedia of Catholic Doctrine

It’s hard to believe that it has al- The Dogma of the Trinity: The dogma of ready been two years since the the Trinity is made up of three crucial last conference. This conference (our 8th) will be held at a new ven- elements. ue. That venue is St. Pius X Catho- lic Church here in Lafayette. Bish- First, God is one substance or being and op Douglas Deshotel will provide the invocation and an three Persons. There is only one God because there opening talk. He will be followed by Fr. William Casey with is only one divine substance. The three Persons con- the Father’s of Mercy in Kentucky. And back by popular de- stitute one God because each is consubstantial with mand is Mr. Jesse Romero. Bothe men are highly sought the same divine substance. Hence, the Church re- after for missions and conferences around the country. Our jects tritheism, the belief that the three Persons are own Fr. Jim Brady will be the celebrant and homilist for Holy three different gods. Mass. Our new Master of Ceremonies is Fr. Brent Smith. And we thank Fr. Bryce Sibley for providing this valuable service for the previous 7 conferences! Second, the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit are three distinct Persons within the godhead. Because This great day will include exciting talks, fellowship, Holy all three possess the fullness of the divine substance, Mass, lunch and opportunities for confession. This confer- all three are coequal and coeternal. They are distinct ence is also like a reunion of sorts. It reconnects men from from one another, in that each possesses the full- all over Acadiana and beyond. You won’t have to look far to ness of divinity in a way different from the other two, find an old friend that you haven’t seen in a while. It’s always but they are inseparable from one another, inas- a great day and we want you to be a part of it. Please join us! much as they share the same divine substance or

More details as they become available being. Hence, the Church rejects both modalism and Arianism, which considers God to be undifferen- tiated unity within himself.

vocations prayer cross mission Third, the word “Person” with regard to the Trinity is a technical term designating three distinct subsist- The Lord commanded us to pray for ent relations within the Trinity: paternity (the Fa- vocations to the priesthood and reli- ther), filiation (the Son), and passive spiration (the gious life, “Ask the Lord of the harvest Holy Spirit). These three relations are rooted in the to send out laborers for the har- two acts or “processions” that make up the inner life vest.” (Mt. 9:38) of the Trinity. The first procession is that by which the Father eternally begets the Son; the second that We are asking each family to call our by which the Holy Spirit is spirated by (proceeds office to sign-up to take the Vocations from) the Father and the Son. The Persons of the Prayer Cross home for ten days. The Trinity are therefore differentiated from one another Prayer Cross is contained inside a case that you will pick by virtue of the different relations they have to one up from our office. Your family will have the privilege another. during that time to set up the cross in your home, pray together for our priests, and pray for an increase to vo- Many theologians have pointed out that, despite the cations to the priesthood and religious life. The case and dogma of the Trinity, most Catholics tend to ignore cross will be properly disinfected between each families’ the differentiations within the godhead, either by use by the parish staff. You will be provided with your treating only the Father or the Father and the Son as own personal copies of the Vocation’s Prayer booklets God (and ignoring the Holy Spirit altogether) or by that you may keep in order to continue praying for our treating the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit as priests and for vocations. The prayer booklet given to though they were God in identically the same way. you with the kit is self-explanatory. It includes a family What we have here is a failure to appreciate the hi- prayer, prayer for priests, Litany of the Saints and a pray- erarchical character of the Trinity. er to Our Lady of Prompt Succor. Please call the parish receptionist at 337-232-8945 to sign up TODAY! Next Week - God as Hierarchy/Patriarchy 08 come, lord jesus Sacred Heart Enthronements Call the Parish Office to schedule your Sacred Mondays 6:30pm (WOMEN) - DD McElligott, 319.8866 Heart Home Enthrone- Tuesdays 6:30pm (WOMEN) ment. Promoters go into Email: [email protected] the home to conduct the Enthronement, which fol- Thursdays 6:00 am (MEN) - Joe Wolf, 349.2645 lows a 9 day period of pray- 6:00 am (MEN) - Deacon Tim Maragos, 235.1521 er by the family. Fridays 1:00 pm - Jennifer Connolly, 288.4386 Saturdays 8:00am - Anne Pesacreta, 739.5903 Prayer for Cancer Patients First Saturday - 9:00 a.m. after Mass & Rosary Parish Representatives A statue of St. Peregrine, pa- Jill Jordan or DD McElligott - 337-319-8866 tron of cancer patients, is made available to go into the homes of those diagnosed prayer for hurricane season with cancer. This statue of St. Hurricane Season is fast approaching. Peregrine was acquired from a convent in the city of Lille, Pray that we are spared all harm to life and property. northern France. The statue O God, Master of this passing world, hear the hum- was hand-painted by in ble voices of your children. The Sea of Galilee obeyed your the mid 1900s. Call the parish order and returned to its former quietude. You are still the office to get on the roster. Master of land and sea. We live in the shadow of a danger over which we have no control: the Gulf, like a provoked and angry giant, can awake from its seeming lethargy, overstep Prayer Calendar for Priests its conventional boundaries, invade our land and spread cha- os and disaster. Monday, June 7 During this hurricane season we turn to you, O Lov- Rev. Richard Dale Broussard ing Father. Spare us from past tragedies whose memories Tuesday, June 8 are still so vivid and whose wounds seem to refuse to heal with the passing of time. O Virgin, Star of the Sea, Our Beloved Mother, we ask you to plead with Rev. Msgr. Ronald Broussard your Son on our behalf, so that spared from the calamities common to this area Wednesday, June 9 and animated with a true spirit of gratitude, we will walk in the footsteps of your Rev. Theodore Broussard Divine Son to reach heavenly Jerusalem where a stormless eternity awaits us. Thursday, June 10 Amen. Rev. Keenan Brown Friday, June 11 Rev. Wilbur “Sonny” Brown

Saturday, June 12 Rev. Floyd Calais Sunday, June 13 Rev. James Callahan, SJ

Send the names of those who have left the church to St. Monica Sodality, c/o St. John Cantins Parish, 825 N. Carpenter Street, Chicago, IL 60622-5499. The So- dality will include your loved ones in their prayers and sacrifices. When all other efforts fail, the only thing left to do is pray and sacrifice. Consider joining the St. Monica Sodality. Writing to the above address will give you information on how to do so and the requirements for membership.

The Blessing of the Unborn Child follows the Sunday 9 & 11:00 a.m. Masses the 1st weekend of the month. 09 PARISH ORGANIZATIONS AND INFORMATION

PARISH ORGANIZATIONS ARE THE CHURCH - SEXUALITY PRO-LIFE APOSTOLATE SUSPENDED OR Engaged Couples Project Rachel MEETING VIRTUALLY UNTIL Attend a Catholic Engaged A post abortion healing and recon- Encounter Weekend. The ciliation program for those suffer- FURTHER NOTICE! weekend is open to any engaged ing the negative effects of an abor- Women’s Group couple wanting to prepare for a tion experience. Individual sessions “WOMEN OF GRACE” deeper more meaningful life are offered where one can receive together. For more information the healing grace of God through a (Contact Stephanie at the Parish contact Paul & Carolyn Trahan at 9-10 step healing program. Take the Office for upcoming events!) 337.254.8947 or 337.898.9257 or first step and call 337.261.5598. Mommy Meals [email protected]. - Outreach to new moms Rachel’s Vineyard Retreat Mercy Meal Team Natural Family Planning A Rachel’s Vineyard Weekend Re- - Outreach to the sick Natural Family Planning Courses treat is an opportunity for any man, St. Gemma Food Bank are held in conjunction with woman, couple, grandparent, sib- - Outreach to the needy marital prep. FMI, Contact the ling, or anyone who struggles with Parish Office. the emotional or spiritual pain of Mary’s Mothers abortion. Retreats begins at 6:00 p.m. on Friday and concludes at Formation for mothers Reclaim 3:00 p.m. on Sunday. For more in- of school age children Sexual Health Catholic Recovery Program: formation please call 337.261.5598. Catholic Daughters reclaimsexualhealth.com (online - 3rd Thursday, 6 pm help 24/7) Project Joseph Knights of Columbus (for men suffering after an abortion) - 1st Thursday, 7 pm Porn Addiction Support Sts. Joachim & Anne Society Group for Men: In honor of the year of St. Joseph, the Office of Pro-Life Apostolate has - 2nd Tuesday - Rosary/Social Weekly meetings are held for begun planning the Diocese of Lafa- Fatima Mercy Works one hour and fifteen minutes. yette’s first Project Joseph Retreat - Monthly outreach to needy Strict confidentiality is observed. exclusively for men. This ministry A confidentiality statement is offers men the opportunity to heal Men’s Group - CAST signed by each prospective after an abortion. Studies have member of the group. Call and shown that women are not the only CAST stands for Catholic, Apostol- leave a confidential message at ones who suffer from the detri- ic, Sacramental, Theology, and is 337.945.3995 for more mental effects of abortion. Men are information. the focus of a Fall and Spring deeply affected as well, although many remain in denial and want to Fishing Retreat in Grand Isle. The Healing Hearts bury the feelings. Some may have CAST men then meet regularly on Weekly meetings for women initially felt relief after their partner’s a monthly basis for fellowship and whose lives have been affected abortion but now experience regret study. CAST Masses are every by porn or sexual addiction of a and remorse. If you or someone you Monday morning at 6:15 a.m. and loved one. know would like to attend a Project Tuesday evenings at 5:30 p.m. Joseph Retreat, please call 337.261.5598. We are happy to speak Must sign confidentiality with you and prepare you for the statement. 6th through 8th grade first retreat which will be held June

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