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Today, Sunday, September 25th is FAMILY DAY in the Archdiocese of New Orleans. This year, the theme for Family Day is “Rise to the Occasion.” To “Rise to the Occasion” means to take responsibility for what is right in front of us. Like a small amount of yeast in a huge mass of flour, we make the whole dough rise and reach its full potential. We “rise to the occasion” when we encourage each member of our family to be the person God calls them to be. We “rise to the occasion” when we contribute to our church parish’s life that needs our presence and participation.

Family of the Month for September is Father John & Gerald Marse. The Msgr. Eyraud Knights of Columbus is holding a prayer service marking the 25th anniversary of the dedication of the Memorial to the Unborn. Everyone is invited to attend the brief service at the memorial on Wednesday, October 5th at 5:00 pm followed by the closing of Holy Hour and Benediction. In light of recent court rulings, this in an opportunity to give thanks for all the prayers offered for the unborn. All practical Catholic gentlemen 18 years and older are invited to join our council. Contact Robert Beadle or Joel Ocmand for details.

Today, the second collection will be for the Catholic Communication Campaign (CCC). Your support helps CCC engage and build Catholic communities in the United States and around the world using the internet, television, radio, and print media. Half of the funds we collect remain in the Archdiocese of New Orleans to support local efforts. Be a part of this campaign to spread the Gospel message.

As Catholics, we belong to a liturgical church. One aspect of this is the observation of the Church Year—a fixed, three-year (Sunday) calendar. In other words, we follow the Lectionary. We do not freely choose the readings, but rather, subject ourselves to the discipline of a Lectionary that proclaims the same message to all members. This is part of being a universal Church. That being said, on 9/11, today’s celebration just happens to proclaim stories of God’s mercy in each of the readings, as well as the responsorial Psalm 51. It is the great penitential psalm known as the Miserere. This anniversary of the 9/11 tragedy becomes even more significant in the light of subsequent terrorism in our country. Today’s Second Reading from Saint Paul to Timothy expresses the evangelist’s gratitude to Christ for being treated with mercy and patience. The Gospel’s parable of the prodigal son completes the mercy and forgiveness circle.

The Holy Spirit draws us here today to worship our Lord—to listen to God’s word, and to celebrate the Eucharist. On this Labor Day weekend, as we recognize the blessings of human labor and of all those who work, whether paid or unpaid, we are also inspired to take part in the Lord’s work. May our celebration of the Eucharist strengthen us as we labor in the vineyard—helping to bring Christ’s saving message to a hungry world.

Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament takes place this Wednesday, September 7th. Adoration begins at 1:00 P.M. and concludes with Benediction at 6:00 P.M.

Humility is essential to the Christian life. It is the disposition and virtue that recognizes our ultimate dependency on God for all things and seeks to live in that truth and reality. It is expressed in the daily events of life—particularly in how we behave toward others and conduct our affairs. We are guests at a feast today, invited by our Lord to this wonderful Eucharistic meal. We come with humility, acknowledging our imperfections and sinfulness. Jesus also tells the host to invite those who are not well-off, who cannot repay him in any kind. Our host today at this feast is Jesus, who offers His very Body and Blood for our redemption. There is no way we can truly repay Him for His generosity and mercy.

RCIA is intended for adults who:  Are unbaptized and would like to be fully initiated in the Catholic Church through the Sacraments of Baptism, Confirmation, and Eucharist.  Were baptized in another Christian community/ tradition and seeks to be received into full communion of the Catholic Church through the profession of faith and the reception of the Sacraments of Confirmation and Eucharist.  Were baptized in the Catholic Church but did not receive the Sacraments of Confirmation or Eucharist. When does it begin?  To be announced. To register or inquire about more information, call the rectory at 985-536-2887.

St. Peter School is looking for substitute teachers and a choir director. If interested, please call the school office. (985)536-4296.

The Liturgy today gives us a chance to step back and to think of our journey as disciples. This journey is not a short sprint, but a marathon. Its urgency is always there. The narrow gate is always there. We are not alone, and we have food for the journey. Our Eucharistic celebration strengthens us and gives us the grace to continue our journey to be faithful disciples.

Welcome Meeting for the parish High School Religion will take place on Sunday, August 21, 2021 starting at 12:00 p.m. in Church. All students need to attend with a parent. Registration packets are being mailed out to enroll in our Confirmation preparation program. Any High School student who was not previously enrolled in 8th Grade CCD classes or our parish Confirmation preparation program needs to contact Mary Kay (email: mkfrizzle@yahoo.com or phone: 225-417-9707) so that a registration packet can be mailed to you. This especially applies to 9th grade students attending Catholic High Schools.

This week we take up The Catholic Relief Services Collection to reveal Christ’s love to our brothers and sisters in need. This collection helps six Catholic agencies to provide relief and support for struggling communities and to work for peace and reconciliation among our marginalized brothers and sisters here and around the world.

Be Prepared! It’s not only the Scout motto, but also good advice for daily living. In this hurricane season, thankfully, the tropics have been quiet this year, we are told to make initial preparations at the beginning of the season so that we are not overwhelmed in the event a storm is headed our way. In today’s Gospel, Jesus tells His disciples to be prepared for the Son of Man will come like a thief in the night. This is our challenge now. Are we prepared for the day when our time here on earth comes to an end? Will we be prepared if it comes this year, this week, or even this day? Today, let us pray that with God’s grace we may always be ready for that day when we see the Lord face-to-face. May the Eucharist nourish and strengthen us as we grow as disciples of the Lord Jesus.

Registration for the parish school of religion, CCD, will take place on Saturday, August 13, 2022 from 9:30 - 10:30 a.m. in the Lacour Center. Students in grades 1-8, not attending a Catholic school needs to register for religious education classes. The classes are held on Saturdays from 8:30 - 10:00 a.m. Be on the lookout for the registration letters, they will be sent out on August 2nd.

One of the most challenging points of conversion for those seeking a deeper relationship with the Lord has to do with how we handle material wealth. Today’s Gospel could not be clearer. Jesus points out that the rich man in today’s Gospel is a fool for thinking he can control the rest of his life through wealth.

Welcome to Father Richard O’Nyamwaro, S.J., director of the Mission Office for the Apostles of Jesus Missionaries. They were founded in 1968 by two Comboni Missionaries in Uganda for the purpose of the Evangelization of Africa and other parts of the world. Father Richard will speak at all the Masses this weekend about the needs for his religious community, the Apostles of Jesus.

This weekend, parishes throughout the Archdiocese of New Orleans and in the United States will take up the 138th annual National Black and Indian Mission Collection. The support of this collection helps build the Church in African American, Native American, and Alaska Native communities from coast to coast. The Archdiocese of New Orleans does receive grants from this collection.

We come today to listen to God’s Word and celebrate the Eucharist. Gathered in this place, we look around and see our neighbors. Many of them are people much like us. The neighbor in today’s Gospel—the Good Samaritan—is not. Samaritans were seen as outcasts by the Jewish people who frequented the road from Jerusalem to Jericho. It was this foreigner, this outsider, this stranger, who is the true neighbor to the Jewish victim. As we hear Jesus tell us this parable, may it expand our understanding of “neighbor” as it moves our hearts to reach out to those not like us.

In our mission as disciples of the Lord Jesus, He instructs us to say two things every time to everyone, regardless of how we think they will respond and whether or not they welcome us and the Gospel we bear, First, we say, “Peace to this household.” Even before we know whom we are speaking to or what their reaction will be, we bless them with peace by our words and our deeds. The Gospel will never be heard by force but by peace. Second, whether or not we are welcomed, we proclaim through out words, attitudes, and actions that “the kingdom of God is at hand.” The invitation of God’s reign is given without judgment—freely to all. Our mission is not to change people’s minds but to be Christ’s presence of peace— visible signs of God’s reign in our world.

Deacon Richard and I were so overwhelmed with your gift to us this past Sunday. Your presence to just wish us well would have been enough and we were in awe of all who attended to say their good-byes. We especially want to thank Fr John and the committee for all their hard work and gift of time. We would like to especially thank them by name, Joel Ocmand, Peggy and Alden Bienvenu, Regina Remondet and Rachel Triche, Kim and Perry Scioneaux. It was over the top!! We so appreciated the KCs for providing Deacon Richard’s favorite food, Hot Dogs and Jambalaya. To Ryan Remondet for the poster which was perfect. Ms Regina for her famous chili . Lori Hattala for our personal cake to enjoy at home. The KC auxiliary for the presentation cake. The ladies altar society for the beautiful plant, flowers and drinks. The decor was designed beautifully from the gardens from homes in Reserve by Kim, Peggy and Regina. We want to thank in a special way all those who came or acknowledged us with their cards, gifts and words, they all were received with great joy and appreciation. We hope to acknowledge each one by card very soon. Thank-you all, our hearts are full and we take all of you with us in prayer, you will always be our family and we hope to come back often to visit . Once Deacon Richard receives his new assignment in Baton Rouge we will let you know. With our prayers, gratitude and love, Deacon Richard and Diane