Catholic Diocese of Baton Rouge

In consultation with the Clergy Personnel Board, Bishop Michael Duca makes the following appointments effective 01 July 2023. Congratulations to all these men on their new appointments! diobr.org/news/clergyass…

Since June 2022, the demand for reliable care and easily accessible resources has never been stronger for women and their children. Read Bishop Duca's letter to the faithful to learn more about diocesan maternity ministries. diobr.org/news/diocesanp…

Read Bishop Duca's Letter the Faithful here ⬇️ diobr.org/news/on-resumi…

Stories are powerful ways to share experiences and inspire others. Share your story of encounter Christ in the Eucharist here: diobr.org/story

"No other sacrament has greater healing power; through it sins are purged away, virtues are increased, and the soul is enriched with an abundance of every spiritual gift..." St. Thomas Aquinas #EucharisticRevival

Let the #EucharisticRevival BEGIN! | Read Bishop Duca's letter to the Diocese of Baton Rouge now ⬇️ diobr.org/news/let-the-e…

Bishop Duca announces additional clergy assignments for the 2022-2023 year. Visit diobr.org/news/bishop-du… to learn more about the assignments.

The Diocese of Baton Rouge, in conjunction with the @USCCB, will be taking part in the National Eucharistic Revival, which will begin on The Feast of Corpus Christi and go until June 2025. To learn more about the Revival, visit diobr.org/eucharisticrev….

"The leak related to the U.S. Supreme Court case of Dobbs v. Jackson Women’s Health Organization reminds us of the urgent need for prayer and action at this pivotal moment in our country’s history." diobr.org/news/in-the-ma…

Bishop Duca is pleased to announce the appointment of Dr. Mary Patricia “Pattie” Davis as the new Superintendent of Catholic Schools for the Diocese of Baton Rouge. diobr.org/news/dr-mary-p…

The Diocese of Baton Rouge will be joining @Pontifex in consecrating Russia and Ukraine to the Immaculate Heart of Mary on Friday, March 25th! Learn more: diobr.org/consecration

We have chosen Joel 2:12-13 for our Diocesan Bible verse this Lent, and we invite you to pray it with us as we journey through these 40 days in the desert. To find more Lenten resources, visit diobr.org/lent.

Congratulations @BishopFabre for your appointment as Archbishop of Louisville! We pray that the Holy Spirit will be at your side as you assume your new role in @ArchLouKY and for the Diocese of Houma-Thibodaux as it awaits its new shepherd. diobr.org/news/bishop-fa…

Don't forget to check out all of the employment opportunities open at the Diocese of Baton Rouge: Respect Life Coordinator, Superintendent of Catholic Schools, Benefits Assistant, Coordinator of Youth and Young Adult Ministry and more! diobr.org/employment-opp…

There are multiple job opportunities open at the Diocese of Baton Rouge including the Superintendent of Catholic Schools and a Full-Time Benefits Assistant! Check out the link below to see if these positions are right for you. diobr.org/employment-opp…

After 13 years of service as the Superintendent of Catholic Schools for the Diocese of Baton Rouge, Dr. Melanie B. Palmisano, will be stepping down from her position effective June 30, 2022. Read her letter here: diobr.org/news/dr-melani…

Read Bishop Duca's statement on the updated COVID-19 policy for the Diocese of Baton Rouge. diobr.org/news/bishop-du…

With sorrow we announce the death of Fr Jack Nutter, a retired priest of the @DioceseBR. He was 71, & ordained a priest In 1989. Please pray for the repose of his soul. Eternal rest grant unto him O Lord, and let perpetual light shine upon him!

I assure my prayers for the people of the United States of America who have been hit by a strong hurricane in recent days. May the Lord receive the souls of the deceased and sustain those suffering from this calamity.

Very sad news today, in the midst of all of the destruction from Hurricane Ida diobr.org/news/bishop-du…