It's Mardi Gras time, and 20 Sisters of the Holy Family had a historic and wonderful ride in the Krewe of Femme Fatale last Sunday. The Sisters threw special beads in honor of the 175th anniversary of their founding by Mother Henriette Delille, whose cause for beatification is being taken up by the Vatican's Congregation for the Causes of Saints.
The Feb. 25 issue of the Clarion Herald also takes a look at the rich tradition and history of the
Mardi Gras Indians
.
With Lent approaching, Archbishop Gregory Aymond suggests making the spiritual practice of identifying one attitude or behavior that God could help you change over the 40 days of Lent.
A former Iraqi interpreter for the U.S. Marines is making a new life in New Orleans, paying it back by helping refugees make a new life in New Orleans through Catholic Charities.
The Archbishop Hannan Community Appeal has exceeded its goal of $1.8 million, which will help fund Catholic Charities' programs for the needy and elderly.
Don't forget to pick up the Clarion Herald at church this week or at dozens of commercial outlets around town. Check out www.clarionherald.org for a full list of commercial pickup locations.
